Insolent by Kerrigan Byrne | Book Review

Rating:  5/5

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About the Book

Title: Insolent: The Moray Druids #1

Author: Kerrigan Byrne

Release Date: May 19, 2014

Genre: Romance, Historical Romance

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Synopsis

He needs her powers…

Bael Bloodborn will go down in history as the lone Viking berserker who held Stamford Bridge against the Saxons, killing hundreds with his own ax. Mortally wounded, he’s carried downriver to a witch who has the power to heal not just his body, but awaken wicked desires he’d thought long dead. First, he’ll have to forgive her for binding her to him against his will with a kiss that would not only change the course of their destiny, but that of the entire world.

She needs his protection…

All Druid Princess, Morgana de Moray, knows is the angry Nordic berserker she pulled from the river is the only man who can free her from Saxon captivity and get her back to the Highlands. A dark evil threatens her home, and she must gain back Bael’s broken trust if she is to make it in time. Morgana is left with no choice but to strike a deadly bargain with the dangerous warrior, and risk all to unleash the beast from within the man without losing her heart, or her life.

Join the de Moray Druids as they each find a love that will be worth defying the forces of evil and risking their souls to save our world.

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Review

Morgana needs the most lethal man on the planet.

Rating:  5/5

I give this book 5 stars!

Kerrigan Byrne has delivered a story that has kept me sitting on the edge of my seat, still wanting more. I could not put this book down long. I mean I didn't even want to go to the bathroom! I was so engrossed in this; I read it so quickly that I was actually depressed when it was over. Kerrigan has some of the best character development I have ever seen.

By the time the book is ending, you know everything you need to know about a character. She makes sure that they are well-rounded, full of real emotional things that happen to we humans every day in real world. This read is short, but it has everything you'd want in a book! Hot and steamy romance, plenty of drama, and very real sex scenes! You can read this as a stand alone novel.

So Morgana is a strong heroine and Druid princess that is determined to save her family and their land. She feels the berserker is her only chance. Bael, the Berserker, does not want anything to do with life anymore and he's given up.

The things that are very important to a berserker are acceptance, love, and not being used. He has suffered tremendously by the people in his world, and he's fed up with everything. He runs into Morgana, who is not to be told no. She needs his help and she will not stop until she gets what she wants.

So the story starts with Bael attempting to shut down. His berserker side is being enthralled by Morgana and wanting to help her. I really love how the berserker bonded with Morgana so quickly, and little did Bael know, but the beast was pushing him to keep going. There are good things coming for him, he just has to be patient.

Will Bael finally come undone and accept the love that has been so freely given? Will he listen to his beast and make the right decision? I guess you all shall see.

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Touch Me by T. H. Snyder | Book Review

Rating:  5/5

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About the Book

Title: Touch Me (The Touch Series #1)

Author: T. H. Snyder

Release Date: January 19, 2014

Genre: Romance, Contemporary Romance, New Adult, Drama

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Synopsis

 

Char is a focused and driven career woman who's had a relationship she would rather choose to forget, but can't. Riley is a pure gentleman who can easily leave the past where it belongs, behind him.

Some people believe in fate where others deem it a coincidence. Char and Riley are meant to be together, so life just happens to make sure they are in the right place at the right time.

But is that enough?

You’ll be falling in love with this dynamic duo as they find out who they are and why fate keeps making sure their lives are intertwined.

Their differences are what make them all too similar, and throughout the course of their journey there is one thing that always brings them back together...the need for each other's touch.

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Review

Can he touch her heart?

Rating:  5/5

I give this book 5 stars!

This book had such a sweet and touching story line. T.H. Snyder delivered something with the right type of genre. If you are looking for the right amount of drama and romance, then this is the book for you.

The two main characters, Char and Riley, just click and mash together beautifully like a hip song. You can relate to these characters in so many ways, its unfathomable.

This was an easy / light read that kept you wanting more! Riley has that southern charm that could win over any woman. He needs it considering Char just got out of a bad relationship.

Can Char look past her hurt and pain to start something new with Riley?

It's worth it. Little does she know in the beginning, he's the right one for the job! Riley heals Char one step a time. These two become the epitome of a strong and reliable relationship!

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Sleeping With The Entity by Cat Devon | Book Review

Rating:  4/5

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 About the Book

Title: Sleep With The Entity (Entity Series #1)

Author: Cat Devon

Release Date: June 4, 2013

Genre: Romance, Paranormal Romance, Contemporary Romance

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Synopsis 

She has a sweet tooth and a dream.

Meet Daniella Delaney. She’s all ready to open her shop, Heavenly Cupcakes, in one of Chicago’s sleepier districts. But she’s having a hard time convincing the local business association—namely Nick St. George—that she’s a good addition to the neighborhood. Daniella hopes that her famous red velvet cupcakes will be enough to melt any man’s heart. But Nick is no ordinary man. He’s got fangs.

He has a constant craving...

As leader of the Vamptown clan, Nick has no intention of letting Daniella breathe new life into his old haunts. But something about her leaves Nick hungry…for more. He can’t control her mind like other humans, a trait that makes Daniella irresistible. Could it be that, for the first time in centuries, Nick has met his match? Love is always a force to be reckoned with. But can this vampire have his cake and eat it too?

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Review

Vampires and Cupcakes 

Rating:  4/5

I give this book 4 stars!!!!

 

I had so much fun reading this book! It was a funny paranormal novel including hot vampires with a sense of humor and a love for sweets!!

Daniella; cute, quirky, and a skilled baker with great style and a good taste in music. What's so funny is while she bakes, she listens to The Muse, and her favorite movies are Twilight and True Blood. Little does Daniella know that she is surrounded around a town full of vampires watching every little move she makes.

Originally the clan did not want her there. Nick, the head of the vampire society, pushed as hard as he could for her not to open her bakery on their street. He fails miserably and found out after hundred's of years that he really cared for her, wanting something more.

When Daniella finds out what Nick really is, she completely has a meltdown. I liked how realistic that was. Honestly, we all have fantasies, but if someone came out and told us that they were a vampire and had proof, of course you would react crazily in the beginning.

I liked that this book made you laugh and wasn't depressing. Sometimes you just need a funny read and this author delivers. You will find out that this read is unique; Daniella doesn't realize it in the beginning, but there's a reason that the vampires cannot use mind control with her. Due to his extensive investigations, Nick finds out how special Daniella is..

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Throttle Me by Chelle Bliss | Book Review

Rating:  | 4/5

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About the Book

Title: Throttle Me (Men of Inked Book #1)

Author: Chelle Bliss

Release Date: March 29, 2014

Genre: Romance, Contemporary Romance, Erotica

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Synopsis

Suzy’s a control freak and has her life mapped out - work hard, find a man with a stable job, and live happily ever after. She’s content with the status quo, but her plan comes to a screeching halt when he enters her life and turns it upside down.

City gave up on love when his heart was crushed in college, preferring to be the typical bachelor. He spends his nights hopping from one bed to another and his days working at his family tattoo shop, Inked. A chance encounter on a dark road makes him question what he had sworn off forever – a relationship.

A night of passion and lust causes them to question everything. Is City the knight in shining armor to the damsel in distress? Can their relationship survive when a fantasy falls apart and a secret comes out that changes everything?

This is the first book in the Men of Inked Series!!!

 

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Review

Can City teach Suzy to slow down and take it easy?

Rating:  | 4/5

I give this book 4 stars!!!!

 

I am so glad I read this book! City was the ultimate alpha hero / bad ass biker with the right kind of style and hot attitude. He was also the perfect type of guy that Suzy needed to slow her down, introduce her to the good life, and give her a rightful good sexual experience.

Suzy was always so wound up tight, had bad experiences with sex, and very uptight about life. Meeting City on that dark road was the best thing that ever happened to her. He came in and just swept her off of her feet, then he left her wanting for more and more.

He knew how to talk dirty, when to let out his sweet and caring side, and knew when to just completely leave her sated! Chelle delivered in this book, I mean she had me at the COVER! I am in love with this story; I love a alpha male coming into save the damsel in distress. She needed saving and City was the right man for the job!

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Living Again by L. L. Collins | Book Review

 Rating:  5/5

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About the Book

Title: Living Again (Living Again #1)

Author: L. L. Collins

Release Date: January 12, 2014

Genre: Romance / Contemporary Romance

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 Synopsis

 

Kayley Carson thought she had it all...married to the love of her life, a great job, and a baby on the way. Then one day, her life changes forever when she loses her husband in a tragic accident. No longer sure how to navigate life after her enormous loss, Kayley clings to her newborn baby, her family, and her friends to keep herself living.

When she meets someone that challenges her belief that she's better off alone, she has to decide if she is capable of letting him in after swearing she was never going to love anyone the same way again.

She's not the only one with a painful past. He is struggling with trust issues after a previous relationship went horribly wrong. After a terrible misunderstanding brings out both of their insecurities, will the painful memories of the past keep them both from living again?

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Review

Can you heal from tragedy? 

Rating:  5/5

This book touched me instantly. I immediately knew that the tears would start falling. Kayley is dealing with a tragedy; her husband Alex dies and she's left, still pregnant, with their first child.

I was touched by her best friend Emily because she was there for Kayley and supported her through out everything. The grief for Kayley is heart wrenching. I wanted to envelop her in my arms and take away her pain. I admit I cried a few times and almost asked myself, "can I read much more?" But I made the decision to stick with it, and tell you what, I am so glad that I did.

A year after her daughter Alexis is born, she deals with something else.. that's when she meets Ben. He is charming, attracted to Kayley and he has no idea what she has already dealt with in her life. Kayley is not ready for a new relationship, who could blame her after such horrible luck?

When he finds out, Ben wants to give Kayley something to live for, proof that another man can give her love and hope for a good life. Kayley is still trying to heal and it's very hard to change her mind. But Ben is not giving up. He knows how to deal with her, with delicate hands.

This story ends beautifully. There is always a way to deal with loss and come out on top.

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Kathryn Lynn Davis Special Autographed Swag! | Book Swag

 

I have made an amazing connection with this author and she has believed in me. I respect her to the fullest. Kathryn has decided to send me some amazing swag worthy things.

I know for a fact she is sending some extras. One of you lucky contenders may be able to receive some of this free swag as well. This is signed, vintage, and amazing prizes! Don't miss it!

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Too Deep for Tears by Kathryn Lynn Davis | Book Review

Rating:  5/5

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About the Book

 Title: Too Deep for Tears

Author: Kathryn Lynn Davis

Release Date: February 25, 2014

Genre: Romance / Historical Fiction

CLICK HERE to buy "Too Deep for Tears" on Amazon.com

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 Synopsis 

A rare, exquisite novel of courage and passion, betrayal and love. Dashing English diplomat Charles Kittridge relished the abundant pleasures of the world...and in his far-flung wanderings, he left behind three remarkable daughters:

Ailsa Rose, a beauty of the Scottish highlands, endowed with her father's lust for adventure. She betrays her heart to follow the one man who promises her the world.

Li-an hates the devil-father who made her a blue-eyed outcast in her Chinese homeland. But withher brilliant, reckless lover, she almost forgets her shame...until he is wrenched from her arms.

Genevra, the gentle English daughter, lives amidst the splendor and squalor of India. Though unexpected passion promises her a joyous love, she must fight to escape the terrors and scandals of the past.

Each of them has grown to womanhood haunted by a legacy of betrayal, longing and dreams. Now their father has but one final desire...to bring together the daughters he has never known..

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 Review

This is one of most touching stores I have ever read.

Rating:  5/5

Davis knows how to deliver a sensual and touching story with plenty of love. So lyrical I fell to my knees quite a few times.

This story is a journey of three sisters, who in different countries stay connected somehow not knowing each other exist.

Alina's story, with beautiful Scottish landscapes and meanings, really touched me. With the addition of Ian, who is the love of her life, I fell for them right away. At times, I wanted my heart to reach out and touch his.

With such real meaning you will become attached to this book with absolutely no regret. Characters so real, I wanted to hug and comfort to reassure that their journey will show the way. This book touched me emotionally. I wanted to jump and prevent obstacles or just give a shoulder to cry on.

This is what a good book does; speaks to your heart, gives you something original to think of, discovery of new meanings.

Books that pinpoint mainly on sex are difficult to relate to. You have to balance a story just right. Having the right amount of love, sadness, anger, and confusion helps you to connect with characters. This is very important in welcoming one to read your words.

Davis has delivered something unforgettable.  I will read it again and again!

This is part of a trilogy. The first and always the one reviewed here: "TOO DEEP FOR TEARS." The second installment is: "ALL WE HOLD DEAR." The third book is: "SOMEWHERE LIES THE MOON." Get them. You will not see anyone giving these books a negative review. These three books are that good. Enjoy!

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Reaver by Larissa Ione | Book Review

 

Rating:  5/5

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 About the Book

Title: Reaver (Demonica)

Author: Larissa Ione

Release Date: December 17, 2013

Genre: Romance / Paranormal Romance

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Synopsis 

WARRIOR OF HEAVEN

Reaver is an angel with a past, a record, and a less-than-heavenly attitude. Powerful enough to fight alongside the fiercest battle angels-and crazy enough to risk his wings on a one-way mission to hell-he's agreed to go where no angel has ever gone before...to steal the most seductive and dangerous prize of Satan himself.

ANGEL OF HELL

Harvester is one of the Fallen, a once-heroic angel who sacrificed her wings to work as an undercover agent in hell. But now her cover has been blown, and she's been doomed to an eternity of agonizing torture. Even if Reaver can snatch her away from Satan's lair, even if they can fight their way out of the underworld's darkest depths, there is one thing Harvester can never escape-her newfound thirst for an angel's blood...

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 Review

 Rating:  5/5

 Will he risk himself for the one? 

I just want to start off by saying that I loved this book and it's become one of  my favorites. I think this is the best in the series and I thoroughly enjoyed everyone one of them. But, there was something special about Reaver. There had been so many mysteries about him that you finally discover, and so many plots seeding that finally unwind in this book!

There were things that made me want to jump in GLEE and other things that shocked the hell out of me! I personally like reading a book where the two have been enemies for so long, then turn into lovers. There's always so much friction and heat that they try to keep in, and when it finally unleashes, it's like an explosion.

Harvester and Reaver have had such a hostile relationship for so long; attempting to avoid one another and ignoring the temptation to come together. So when they did come together, it produced the right amount of steam and love.

Glad to know that this will not be the last book in this series. You all know there was another relationship in the works! I guess you guys better read the book to find out what's next!

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The King by J. R. Ward | Book Review

Rating:  5/5

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About the Book

Title: The King: A Novel of the Black Dagger Brotherhood #12

Author: J. R. Ward

Release Date: April 1, 2014

Genre: Romance / Paranormal Romance

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Synopsis

 

J.R. Ward's # 1 New York Times bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood continues as a royal bloodline is compromised by a grave threat to the throne.

Long live the King…

After turning his back on the throne for centuries, Wrath, son of Wrath, finally assumed his father’s mantle--with the help of his beloved mate. But the crown sets heavily on his head. As the war with the Lessening Society rages on, and the threat from the Band of Bastards truly hits home, he is forced to make choices that put everything--and everyone--at risk.

Beth Randall thought she knew what she was getting into when she mated the last pure blooded vampire on the planet: An easy ride was not it. But when she decides she wants a child, she’s unprepared for Wrath’s response--or the distance it creates between them.

The question is, will true love win out... or tortured legacy take over?

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Review

Has the King been overthrown? 

Rating:  5/5

 

I'm going to be honest; this book did begin slowly. I felt as if I might not fall in love with this one as much as the others, but I was oh so wrong.

Sometimes I get frustrated with so many secondary stories because I was so caught up with Beth and Wrath! As I started to reach the middle of the story, afraid it was going to end, I read a quite a bit slower and reveled in the moment. J.R. Ward can write so well. I am in awe of her ability to keep you so addicted to her series.

Every series written keeps me wanting more each time. I just become so melancholy when they end. The Black Dagger Brotherhood has been one of my favorites since the first novel appeared on the shelves. I have been loyal ever since and you should to.

Each installment that is published, I wait with rapt attention and instantly run to the closest book store to purchase it and start reading immediately.

If you have not read any of her books, you are missing an amazing world;  filled with paranormal abilities, sexy men with the strength of ten, the right amount of comedy, and the women rule their hearts with an iron fist. What more could you want?

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