Kelly reviews Burned by Jacey Conrad & Gia Corona

TITLE: Burned
SERIES #: Facile Restaurant series #2
CHARACTERS: Morgan Jeffries & EJ Lasher
AUTHOR: Jacey Conrad & Gia Corona
PUBLICATION DATE: December 21, 2014
ORDER LINKS:Amazon| B&N | Smashword

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Burned is the next installment of the 10 short story Facile Restaurant series. Each story in the series focuses on a different couple.

Publicist EJ Lasher is not thrilled to hear that her ex-boyfriend, celebrity chef Morgan Jeffries, is visiting Facile, the latest restaurant she’s promoting. She and Morgan did not leave things on a good note – well, technically, she left the note is his knife case and he didn’t notice it for weeks. And she doesn’t look forward to facing Morgan’s famous, profanity-driven temper when he realizes she works for Facile.

Morgan Jeffries made a name for himself with his runaway mouth and talent in the kitchen. Pressured into visiting Facile by his network, he is astonished to find that his hostess for the evening is EJ, known to him as his former girlfriend, “Lizzie.” The sweet girl he once knew has been replaced by some cold, business-like, glamazon. As two old flames meet in Remy Billodeaux’s steaming kitchen, EJ is about to put the “ex” in sex.

REVIEW:
4.75 Hearts Holy Hotness!!!!
They say that absence makes the heart grow fonder. Well when the love of you life walks out and then walks back in it does crazy things to a man’s head. Add in a pain in the ass chef who thinks he is the cat’s meow and said man might just flip his lid.
Morgan & EJ are HAWT!!!! I laugh so hard at how EJ’s boss handles the whole thing. What you ask? You just need to pick up a copy of BURNED and find out. 🙂
Great second book in the Facile Restaurant series!! Can’t wait for the next installment.

Disclaimer:
I purchased this book an this review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

April 22, 2015April 20, 2015

Kimberly reviews Say My Name by J. Kenner

TITLE: Say My Name
SERIES #: Stark International Trilogy #1
CHARACTERS: Sylvia & Jackson
AUTHOR: J. Kenner
PUBLICATION DATE: 04/07/15
ORDER LINKS:Amazon| B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
New York Times bestselling author J. Kenner kicks off a smoking hot, emotionally compelling new trilogy that returns to the world of her beloved Stark novels: Release Me, Claim Me, and Complete Me. Say My Name features Jackson Steele, a strong-willed man who goes after what he wants, and Sylvia Brooks, a disciplined woman who’s hard to get—and exactly who Jackson needs.

I never let anyone get too close—but he’s the only man who’s ever made me feel alive.

Meeting Jackson Steele was a shock to my senses. Confident and commanding, he could take charge of any room . . . or any woman. And Jackson wanted me. The mere sight of him took my breath away, and his touch made me break all my rules.

Our bond was immediate, our passion untamed. I wanted to surrender completely to his kiss, but I couldn’t risk his knowing the truth about my past. Yet Jackson carried secrets too, and in our desire we found our escape, pushing our boundaries as far as they could go.

Learning to trust is never easy. In my mind, I knew I should run. But in my heart, I never felt a fire this strong—and it could either save me or scorch me forever.

Say My Name is intended for mature audiences.

REVIEW:
First let me say that I enjoy the books by J. Kenner… mostly. For some reason I just never seemed to enjoy the Stark books and when I requested this I didn’t even notice it was a spin off of the Stark books so when I started to read it I was a little hesitant. But I am so glad that I did read it. I enjoyed it very much.

Jackson is sexy and Sylvia can’t seem to resist him even though she really kind of wants to. They share a history together as sorted as it is it is still a history that they both want to repeat and yet are unsure if it is the right thing to do.

This is another great read from J. Kenner. If you enjoy the genre then you will enjoy any works by Kenner so give this a try. While you do not need to have read the Stark books to read this I can see how it would be helpful.

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

April 20, 2015April 19, 2015

Kimberly reviews Full Contact by Sarah Castille

TITLE: Full Contact
SERIES #: Redemption #3
CHARACTERS: Sia & Ray
AUTHOR: Sarah Castille
PUBLICATION DATE: 04/07/15
ORDER LINKS:Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
When you can’t resist the one person who could destroy you…

Sia O’Donnell can’t help but push the limits. She secretly attends every underground MMA fight featuring The Predator, the undisputed champion. When he stalks his prey in the ring, Sia is mesmerized. He is dominant and dangerous and every instinct tells her to run.

Every beautiful thing Ray “The Predator” touches he knows he’ll eventually destroy. Soft, sweet and innocent, Sia is the light to Ray’s darkness-and completely irresistible. From the moment he lays eyes on her, he knows he’s going to have to put his dark past behind him to win her body and soul.

REVIEW:
Another hot and steamy read from Castille. I have really enjoyed this series and this is another one that I really enjoyed. Sia has been through some stuff that causes her to have trouble with relationships and yet she is mesmerized by Ray. Ray feels like he has the opposite of the Midas touch. But something about Sia makes him realize that he needs to take the chance.

I really am not into the whole MMA reads but I have enjoyed this series very much. While in that world every other page is not about the fight which I appreciate. I think anyone would enjoy this book and series even if you are not into the MMA world.

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

April 20, 2015April 12, 2015

Kelly reviews The Dangers of Dating a Rebound Vampire by Molly Harper

TITLE: The Dangers of Dating a Rebound Vampire
SERIES #: Half Moon Hollow #3
CHARACTERS: Nick & Gigi
AUTHOR: The Awesome Molly Harper
NARRATOR: The Equally Awesome Amanda Ronconi
PUBLICATION DATE: March 24, 2015
RUN TIME: Not long enough 🙂 real run time 9 Hours & 13 Minutes
ORDER LINKS:Amazon | B&N | Audible

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
In the next book in Molly Harper’s beloved Half Moon Hollow paranormal romance series, Gigi starts her first job (at Vampire Headquarters), gets over her first love, and may even fall for her first vampire!

Gigi is no longer an innocent teen. All grown up and looking for love, her family and friends worry she’ll go for the sexy, alluring vampire instead of a nice, safe human. But sexy and alluring, with a penchant for biting, could be just what Gigi wants

REVIEW:
What is better than a Molly Harper story read by Amanda Ronconi? Uummmm, I can’t think of one thing at the moment. I love everything about the world the Molly has created.
Gigi has popped up in multiple books in the past that it was so much fun to finally see Gigi all grown up and fighting for what she wants. Even if big sister Iris and her very over protective brother-in-law try to ground her to her room every step of the way.
But Gigi is just as tough as Iris and Cal has trained her very well. But Gigi just met her match in Mr. Tall Dark and Bitey. (I know right. Mr. Tall, Dark and Bitey. Hahahaha. God I love this book.) But Gigi has a few more problems, like a new job, a new unwanted admirer, a curse and a little battle with some deadly nightshade.

As always Molly writes an amazingly fun, laugh out loud, “oh my god is that the last page NNNNOOOO’ story. Then you add in Ms. Ronconi and you have an great awesome read. Amanda brings the whole Half Moon Hollow characters to life. I have personally loved every book that these two have collaborated on (and I am already having withdrawals waiting for the next book).

If you have yet to step into Molly’s world of crazy fun paranormal, sometime deadly, yet always full of laughter and love series. I ask you “why the heck not?”.

Disclaimer:
I purchased this audiobook from Audible. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

April 16, 2015April 12, 2015

Kimberly reviews The Girls Of Mischief Bay by Susan Mallery

TITLE: The Girls Of Mischief Bay
SERIES #: Mischief #1
CHARACTERS: Nicole & Shannon & Pam
AUTHOR: Susan Mallery
PUBLICATION DATE: 02/24/15
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Susan Mallery, the New York Times bestselling author of Three Sisters, is world renowned for her “insightful, funny, and poignant” stories (Booklist). With her brand-new Mischief Bay series, she brings vivid color to the story of three friends on the brink of a new life.

Nicole Lord wants to be a good wife, but there’s a difference between being supportive and supporting her husband, who quit his job to write a screenplay she’s never seen. He won’t even help take care of their son, leaving Nicole to run the house and work full-time.

Sacrificing a personal life for her career is how Shannon Rigg became VP at her firm, but she wonders now whether she made the right choice. An exciting new relationship with a great guy convinces her that it might not be too late—until he drops a bombshell that has her questioning whether she really can have it all.

Although Pam Eiland adores her husband, she feels restless now that the kids are grown. Finding sexy new ways to surprise him brings the heat and humor back to their marriage, but when unexpected change turns her life upside down, she’ll have to redefine herself. Again.

Through romance and heartbreak, laughter and tears, the girls of Mischief Bay will discover that life is richer with friends at your side.

REVIEW:
I’ll be honest. I love the works of Susan Mallery but my favorites are part of the Fool’s Gold series. But every year she adds another book to a trilogy series and this is the first of the new Mischief Bay series. And while wonderful it is not Fools Gold.

The three women of this story are so different and yet somehow they mesh together. Their lives are going through some growing pains and they are having a hard time figuring out what to do so they rely on each other.

The story is heartwarming and while a delightful read the trilogy series Mallery writes always has a moral to it and this one is no different. But you need to read the story to know what that moral is.

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

April 14, 2015April 12, 2015

Kimberly reviews Cursed By Fire by Jacquelyn Frank

TITLE: Cursed By Fire
SERIES #: Immortal Brothers #1
CHARACTERS: Dethan & Selinda
AUTHOR: Jacquelyn Frank
PUBLICATION DATE: 02/24/15
ORDER LINKS: :Amazon| B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
From New York Times bestselling author Jacquelyn Frank comes the scorching hot first book in a thrilling new series featuring four warrior brothers who have the power—and the curse—of immortality.

For centuries, Dethan has been trapped in a fiery inferno for defying the gods and snatching the power of immortality. Condemned to have his battle-hardened body licked by flames only to regenerate and be consumed all over again, Dethan has lost all hope—until the Goddess of Conflict appears. She will release him from torment—if he’ll use his power and strength as a warrior to raise an army and defeat a fierce enemy faction of gods.

Free to live as a man once again, Dethan meets Selinda—heir to the throne of Hexis—and his thoughts quickly turn from the conquest of cities to the conquest of this headstrong beauty. Betrothed to a cruel, calculating powermonger, Selinda needs a champion, and so Dethan enters into another bargain: If she will share her bed—and her body—with him, Dethan will save her city from destructive forces within and without. As the lovers ignite a searing passion, Dethan will risk all—even the wrath of the Goddess of Conflict—for a chance to make Selinda his forever.

REVIEW:
I was worried about starting a new series from an author that I recently found. I enjoy the other series so would I like this one? The answer is yes. I enjoyed it very much.

Dethan is a great character. He is a conflicted character who never believed he could find something as great as being a warrior but then he finds love. Selinda was just ok for me. She was hard to get to like but eventually I did.

Give this new series a try.

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

April 13, 2015April 12, 2015

Kelly reviews Fury of Obsession by Coreene Callahan

TITLE: Fury of Obsession
SERIES #: Dragonfury #5
CHARACTERS: Venom & Evelyn Foxe
AUTHOR: Coreene Callahan
NARRATOR: Cole Ferguson
PUBLICATION DATE: February 24, 2015
RUN TIME: 12 Hours & 37 Minutes
ORDER LINKS:Amazon| B&N | Audible

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
He can’t escape the sins of his past…

Toxic to all those who touch him, dragon-warrior Venom lives in self-imposed isolation, a prisoner of the poison in his veins. But when a chance meeting with a woman challenges the belief he is destined to be alone, he pulls out all the stops, vowing to put the savagery of his past behind him and take a chance on love.

She doesn’t want to face her future…

Wanted by the Russian mob, creative accountant Evelyn Foxe isn’t looking for love. She searching for the fastest way to escape instead. When Venom offers to get her out of trouble, she accepts his help, but remains skeptical, afraid he’s in league with those sent to harm her. But when someone unleashes a biological weapon in her hometown, and she gets caught in the firestorm, little choice remains—trust Venom to keep her safe or risk her life by going it alone.

REVIEW:
Venom is the one Dragonfury warrior that never thought he would ever find his mate. Yet a night of going AWOL Venom has done just that. Despite everything thing that make him up he finally found her. But being the hopeless romantic he is, Venom wants to woo Evelyn the way a human would. But that means letting her walk away.
By walking away, Evelyn just went from the fry pan into the fire.

Evelyn Foxe has not been have a good couple of months. First she get’s fired, then she finds out that mob is after her because of her mother, and lastly she finds herself doing something she never would have ever thought she would have to do. But when her first John walks through the door there is something, something very strange about this man. Yet, she is drawn to him.
But she must walk away. Because if she doesn’t walk away right now you may never want to leave him ever.

Venom!!!! Yay!!! Finally Venom get’s his story.

I enjoyed Venom story, although I was a little sad that Venom had to share so much of his story with Ivar and Gage. These storylines are important to the series, but I really wanted more of Venom. There were also a few questions and topics that I felt were left unresolved. I am hoping that we will get some closure on these in the next book. Overall, I loved Venom’s story.

We got a new narrator for Fury of Obsession. This is the first time that I have listened to Cole Ferguson. I will say that at first I was a little confused and sad, mostly because I was use to the old narrator. But after a little bit and a few chapters I started to enjoy Cole. I will say that I think he did Venom perfectly *fans self*. I mean come on Venom is danger wrapped in yummy.

I am looking forward to the next book in this series and I hope that Cole will continue as the narrator. Question is who is next?

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley & Montlake Romance in exchange for an honest review. I also purchases a copy from Audible. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

April 10, 2015April 5, 2015

Release Day Blitz: The Duke of Andelot by Delilah Marvelle + giveaway

MEET DELILAH:

USA TODAY Bestselling Author Delilah Marvelle is the winner of the Reviewer’s Choice for Best Sensual Historical Romance of the Year and had Booklist name her historical romance ‘Forever and a Day’ one of the TOP 10 Romances of the year. When she isn’t writing, she’s digging through inappropriate research books that include anything in history having to do with courtesans, brothels, sexual contraptions that were never properly used and other fascinating forms of dirty history that never made it into college textbooks. You can visit her at her website atwww.DelilahMarvelle.com

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For fans of Tom Jones and The Scarlet Pimpernel comes a twisted, sexy tale that takes the French Revolution to smoldering new heights.

Long before becoming the flamboyant courtesan known to men as Madame de Maitenon, Thérèse Angelique Bouchard, dreamed of becoming an actress capable of commanding not only the stage but all of Paris. Until she meets an extraordinary aristocratic gentleman who sweeps her into his arms and the danger of his life, while offering her the sort of wealth she never imagined. What starts off as a seductive alliance, ends in her giving him the one thing she cannot afford: her love.

After the murder of his older brothers, Gérard Antoine Tolbert, becomes the last heir to the powerful dukedom of Andelot, leaving him to fight for not only his life, but the allegiance he holds for the crown. During the final rise of the French Revolution that whispers of the violent change about to shake the entire country, Gérard.
meets an aspiring actress who introduces him into wanting more out of himself and life. In trying to protect her from their overly passionate alliance and those that want him dead, he must decide what matters most: his life or his heart.

AUTHOR NOTE: This sweeping saga will follow Madame de Maitenon and the Duc of Andelot from their youth in 1792, France, to what they ultimately become when the School of Gallantry series first starts in England, 1830.

EXCERPT 1

His eyes became flat and unreadable. “Might I ask why you are walking alone in this forest?” His French was upper crust, well-educated and immaculate. “The closest village outside of Paris is a few hours away. Either you are stupid or you seem to think I am.”

Her brows went up. She knew these well-to-do fils de basts were known for being overly righteous, but she didn’t expect them to live up to their reputation. “Be careful with those insults, monsieur. Back in my village, I can skin a pig in less than thirty minutes. My father is a butcher, and I will warn you, he taught me everything I know. So refrain from annoying me. I have a paring knife.”

A tremor touched his lips as if he were fighting an amusement he didn’t wish to feel. “I have been duly warned.” He skimmed her appearance, including her bare feet and hesitated, lingering on the exposed skin above her breasts her knitted scarf didn’t cover. His jaw tightened. “The tops of your breasts are on full display. Is that intentional?”

Her eyes widened, realizing he had a direct view down her sizable cleavage given he was up on a horse. “Of course not. How dare you look.” Thérèse rearranged her fichu over her décolletage and patted it into place, tucking it into her bodice. “It slipped,” she tossed back. “The wind is a bit strong. Or did you not notice given how fast you were going?”

He puffed out a breath. Leaning back in the leather saddle enough to showcase his broad chest, he adjusted the reins in his large gloved hands. “Seeing you have no shoes, mademoiselle, and that the weather is about to turn dire, I suggest you make haste and go home.”

Thérèse snorted. “Home is the last place I wish to be.” Rather pleased with herself for seizing her own independence, she cradled the basket against her corseted waist, knowing a little advertisement was in order. “My cousin is graciously giving me an opportunity to be part of an upcoming performance he thinks will change all of Paris. I am to be his leading actress in a controversial script he wrote called…The Delights of Life. I will be performing on stage this Friday at Spetacle des Variétés Amusantes. Would you like to hear a few lines and maybe consider coming to a performance? Tickets will be selling for three sols a piece. Quite the bargain.”

His gaze snapped to hers.

Without giving him a chance to decline, she breathlessly announced to her audience of one, “Is it possible for a mere commoner, like myself, to attain a measure of good cheer in a world dominated by men, politics, wealth, murder, intrigue and greed? Most certainly! Under the new Republic, one must simply know how to make these aristocrats in power crawl.” She slapped her derriere and gripped it. “And crawl you shall, o lords of this ravaged land. For I am your new harlot better known as the queen!”

He stared.

She grinned. “You ought to see my rendition of Calderón. I make death look real.” She curtsied and regally held out an open palm with the roll of her bare hand. “Might you offer an aspiring actress a few sols for her journey into stardom? It would be greatly appreciated.”

He lowered his chin. “I only give money to those in need.”

The cheeky bastard. “I am in need. I left the house without a single sol.”

“And how is that my problem?”

She dropped her hand to her side in exasperation. “I was hoping for a sliver of generosity. What else will you have me do? I sing. I dance. I also do a variety of impersonations. The only thing I will not do is bare my breasts or offer up sexual favors. However, if you insist, you may kiss my hand. But not with an open mouth or your tongue. I had a man once lick my hand and I swear I can still feel it.”

An inexplicable look of withdrawal came over his face. “You and I are clearly at an impasse.”

She pointed. “You really ought to work on that comedy routine. You are far too serious in nature.”

He leaned back against his saddle, still staring her down. “What the hell is this? A forest and a show? Are you lost?”

She puffed out a breath. “I dare not say it, but I could be. I have been walking for over two days now following signs that appear to be misplaced. I am trying to get to Paris.” She held up her basket and brightly offered, “I have apples. Might I barter a few in exchange for directions? Or maybe even a ride?” Still smiling, she enthusiastically patted the sleek, soft neck of his horse with one hand, while still holding the basket up. “He is so magnificent. I can barely breathe in his presence.”

He edged his hand away from where she had been patting the horse. “Are you referring to me or the horse?”

Other Books in Series:

Mistress of Pleasure http://www.delilahmarvelle.com/#!mistress_of_pleasure/c18p

Lord of Pleasure http://www.delilahmarvelle.com/#!lord_of_pleasure/clt

Lady of Pleasure http://www.delilahmarvelle.com/#!lady-of-pleasure/c1zmz

Night of Pleasure http://www.delilahmarvelle.com/#!night-of-pleasure/c1676

Master of Pleasure http://www.delilahmarvelle.com/#!master-of-pleasure/c2ka

Romancing Lady Stone (novella) http://www.delilahmarvelle.com/#!romancing-lady-stone/cfh7

*****

Giveaway:

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April 10, 2015April 9, 2015

Natasha reviews The Duke of Andelot by Delilah Marvelle

TITLE: The Duke of Andelot
SERIES #: The School of Gallantry #7
CHARACTERS: Thérèse Angelique Bouchard & Gérard Antoine Tolbert
AUTHOR: Delilah Marvelle
PUBLICATION DATE: April 10, 2015
ORDER LINKS:Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
For fans of Tom Jones and The Scarlet Pimpernel comes a twisted, sexy tale that takes the French Revolution to smoldering new heights.

After the murder of his older brothers, Gérard Antoine Tolbert, becomes the last heir to the powerful dukedom of Andelot, leaving him to fight for not only his life, but the allegiance he holds for the crown. During the final rise of the French Revolution that whispers of the violent change about to shake the entire country, Gérard meets an aspiring actress who entices him into wanting more out of not only himself but life. In trying to protect her from their overly passionate alliance and those that want him dead, he must decide what matters most: his life or his heart.

WARNING: This book contains strong language and sexual content which may cause respectable people to swoon.

REVIEW: Finishing this book was wonderful, yet sad. I was ecstatic when Delilah announced she was continuing with this series and have enthusiastically awaited each new release. The series has been a phenomenal journey, spanning so many amazing characters and stories. It is with extreme excitement that I began this story, knowing it centered on the sun of this wonderful universe Delilah created – Madame Maitenon! Her story is full of comedy, tragedy and plain ‘ol scandal! I have loved Therese ever since we were first introduced to her in Mistress of Pleasure. She is such a daring, strong character that you can’t help but admire her courage and strength. This story begins over thirty years prior to where the entire series ended up. We get to see Therese as a young girl, getting into all kinds of craziness through her association with a dashing Duke – Gerard Tolbert. Slight spoiler alert – Therese and Gerard meet in the forest. I swear I could have lived this entire story in that forest. Seeing these two characters interact literally exploded the pages of my book. I was so deeply invested in their story I couldn’t put it down. They are extremely funny together, sinfully explicit and wonderfully flawed. So much heartache between these two – so much love. It is a gripping tale that completes the stories of two of our favorite characters in this series. I am very sad that this is the end of The School of Gallantry, but thank goodness for the amazing tales.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book courtesy of Delilah Marvelle Productions, LLC in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

April 9, 2015April 8, 2015

Kelly reviews Night’s Blaze by Donna Grant

TITLE: Night’s Blaze
SERIES #: Dark Kings #5
CHARACTERS: Rhys & Lily Ross
AUTHOR: Donna Grant
PUBLICATION DATE: March 31, 2015
ORDER LINKS:Amazon| B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
That one simple kiss slayed him as nothing in his very, very long life had ever done. It physically hurt him to release her and turn his back on everything she offered, but it was for the best.

A KING WHO WALKS IN DARKNESS

The Rhys who has existed for centuries is gone. Stripped of his ability to shift forms, Rhys can no longer embody the majestic, powerful dragon he was at birth. Cut off from his heritage by one of his own, this Dragon King must remain a man, haunted by demons who torment his every waking moment. The darkness would swallow him whole . . . except a woman so beautiful and haunted becomes the one beam of light in his world…

A DESIRE THAT WILL NOT BE DENIED

Lily Ross is taking the first step in building a new life for herself. Still reeling from a relationship that nearly broke her spirit, Lily is wary of her attraction to brawny, brooding Rhys. The passion burning so brightly between them is a potent temptation, but any entanglement is destined to end in disaster. Yet when a spectre from Lily’s past threatens their growing bond, Rhys is forced to choose with his heart, or lose this woman who has become his one chance at salvation.

REVIEW:
I read Night’s Blaze in four parts here are my thoughts after each part. A full review of all four parts will be posted on the blog during release month.
Review of Part One:
Oh it is good to be back with Ms. Grants Dragons. They are all so snarly and yummy. Where to start with Rhys? Poor guy. I feel so much for him right now. But at the same time I want to slap him silly. Come on Rhys get it together Lily needs you.

As always reading this book in parts is both fun and nerve racking, because I am ready for part two now!!!!

Review of Part Two:
Oh why must it be in four parts… Just when things are getting good. Bam end of part two. I am dying to know what part Henry will play in… well you need to read to find out what I am talking about. Rhys and Lily are so sweet together. But I wish she would just open up to him and tell him her problems.

On to part three……

Review of Part Three:
Talk about leaving me hanging… Authors just love to give readers anxiety. But I guess without a little drama the story would be boring… I could not wait and had the luxury of having part four waiting for me. So off I go.

Review of Part Four:
Oh my goodness more and more anxiety. Man alive I am glad I didn’t have to wait to read the final part of this story. Well we may have gotten a happy ever after I think we were left with a sneak peak into what and who is torturing Rhi. But the ending. OMG NO RHI!!!!! NOOOOOOOOOO.

Overall review.
Another great Dark King story. Although, we are left with a lot of questions about what is going to happen next. Just thinking about it gives me some anxiety. I really enjoyed Rhys and Lily.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley & St. Martins Press in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

April 8, 2015April 9, 2015

Kelly, Jennifer and Kimberly review Still The One by Jill Shalvis

TITLE: Still The One
SERIES #: Animal Magnetism
CHARACTERS: Darcy & AJ
AUTHOR: Jill Shalvis
PUBLICATION DATE: April 7, 2015
ORDER LINKS:Amazon| B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Love is a dare in the sexy new romance by the award-winning New York Times bestselling author of the Animal Magnetism novels and the Lucky Harbor series…

Darcy Stone is game for anything—except sexy Navy vet and physical therapist AJ Colten, the guy who’d rejected her when she’d needed him most. Now the shoe is on the other foot and he needs her to play nice and help him secure grants for his patients. Unfortunately Darcy can’t refuse. She needs the money to fund her passion project: rescuing S&R dogs and placing them with emotionally wounded soldiers.

AJ admits it—Darcy is irresistible. But he’s already been battle-scarred by a strong-willed, vivacious, adventurous woman like Darcy, and he’s not making the same mistake twice—until he and Darcy are forced to fake a relationship. Growing closer than they’d ever imagined possible, Darcy and AJ have to ask themselves: how much between them is pretend? What’s the real thing? And where does it go from here?

KELLY’S REVIEW:
4 Stars Darcy has lived by the motto of don’t love and you won’t get hurt. But after her accident Darcy is starting to learn that she does need people to lean on. Just as long as it is not the hunky AJ that leaves her all twitterpated.

AJ has loved hard and lost hard. He doesn’t know if he has it in him to do it again. But with Darcy it is just so darn easy. Well Darcy herself is not easy. Oh no, she is a challenge inside a challenge inside a tightly sealed box. But AJ is a patient man.

As always Ms. Shalvis writes a story that tugs at my heartstrings. I really loved this story. When I got to the part with Raisin (she’s a dog) there were tears. I have a soft spot for sweet little doggies like Raisin. Loved AJ and Darcy. It was so much fun to watch these two dance circles around each other.

I can’t wait to see who is next in this series.

JENNIFER’S REVIEW:
4.5 Hearts Darcy spent most of her life traveling the globe, running from the pain of her past and writing travel articles for magazines. Then one day, a horrible car accident changed all that and left Darcy with emotional and physical scars. A.J. has helped Darcy get her life back by working with her every week for months as her physical therapist and helped her find her true passion in life. Saving Search and Rescue dogs when they no longer able to work for S&R and transitioning them to become therapy companions for wounded soldiers. A.J. has always cared for Darcy but has never let her see his true feelings for her until they are forced to spend time together to help A.J. secure a grant so he can continue providing therapy for patients who desperately need it after their insurance benefits have run out. They both discover that faking a relationship is too easy when true feelings are involved and they both may discover that they have a future together if they just can take a leap of faith.

Darcy had built this wall around her emotionally to protect herself from getting involved with anyone and the only person able to break through it was A.J. Her parents never seemed to care for her while growing up so relationships were just fun and games as long as there were no real feelings involved. She was used to traveling the world and never staying at any one place for too long so being in Sunshine for her therapy had changed her in ways she never planned on. She had a home, friends and family and finally a real purpose in life that would help others who experienced what she had. She needed someone to look past the scars and the wall that she had built around herself and love the stubborn, spunky woman that she truly was.

A.J. was a great guy. He helped so many people in his career as a physical therapist and continued to help them even if their insurance was no longer paying for it because it was what they needed to get better. He was just as hard-headed as Darcy was and there were times that I wanted to smack both of these characters because they had love right in front of them. They just had to reach out and grab it, but they were both too stubborn to do it. A.J. knew exactly what Darcy went through with her accident and was afraid to love her due to a previous relationship ending badly. Once they were able to get over the pain of their past they were able to see that sometimes love isn’t always perfect but definitely worth the risk.

This is the sixth book in the Animal Magnetism series and I’m always impressed by the wonderful love stories that Ms. Shalvis creates with each new book that she writes. I’m looking forward to reading her next book coming out later this year.

KIMBERLY’S REVIEW:
4 Stars
I am not sure I have ever read a book from Jill Shalvis that I have not enjoyed and that didn’t make me want to grab the next one in the series. And this was no different.

AJ is so sweet. The strong silent type. Afraid of getting his heart broken and yet is a good guy who deserves to feel the love of a good woman. And Darcy is a crack up. She has been through more than most and yet tries to hold her head high. And then there is Raisin… Oh goodness!

And be forewarned have a bag of gummy bears when you start reading. If you don’t have some you will be heading to the store to get some.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley & PENGUIN GROUP Berkley, NAL / Signet Romance, DAW in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

April 7, 2015April 6, 2015

Kimberly reviews Darkness Eternal by Alexandra Ivy

TITLE: Darkness Eternal
SERIES #: Guardians Of Eternity #7.5
CHARACTERS: Kata & Uriel
AUTHOR: Alexandra Ivy
PUBLICATION DATE: 04/01/15
ORDER LINKS: Amazon| B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
For the Guardians of Eternity, battle is a way of life—whether the plight of their world is at stake, or the fate of their heart…

After being held captive by one vampire for four centuries, Kata had no intention of taking another one to the underworld with her. Yet even in the pits of Hell, there’s no ignoring the intoxicating desire awakened by Uriel’s touch…

REVIEW:
3.5 Hearts This is a short novella in the Guardians of Eternity series. Kata has been a prisoner and vampire Uriel is her escape. There is something very interesting about the two together. They are enjoyable and the story was over way too quickly.

Just a small part of a wonderful series that any fan of paranormal will enjoy.

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