Gwen’s review of Undead On Arrival  (Crimson Moon, Book 3) by L.A. Banks Urban fantasy released by St. Martin’s 31 Mar 09 Sybil sends me random urban fantasies and paranormals to read and review.  I’m usually happy with the books – sometimes they suck and sometimes I’m pleased as punch with the book.  This book [...]

Lynne Connolly‘s review of Millionaire In Command by Catherine Mann Contemporary romance released by Silhouette Desire 13 Oct 09 This is obviously part of a series, but I haven’t read the others. I don’t think it’s necessary, apart from a revisit to what must be one of the earlier stories. I don’t think Mann overwhelmed [...]

Limecello’s review of The Mistress Diaries by Julianne MacLean Historical romance released by Avon 29 Jul 08 My finding and reading this book was very random, but I’m so glad I did. While I got the book on a whim, I liked everything about it. (Except for the title. I know “mistress” stories are supposed [...]

Lynne Connolly‘s review of The Venetian’s Midnight Mistress by Carole Mortimer Contemporary romance released by Harlequin Presents 13 Oct 09 I picked up this one because I liked the title. It is more evocative than Harlequin’s usual efforts, and the picture was fun, too. 

Limecello’s review of The Oilman’s Baby Bargain by Michelle Celmer Contemporary romance released by Silhouette Desire 13 Oct 09 This is the second of the Brody Brother’s stories, and X number in the Texas Cattleman’s Club. (I’m pretty sure the latter is a never ending series much like Man of the Month, but the stories [...]

Limecello’s review of Laid Bare by Lauren Dane Erotic romance released by Berkley 4 Aug 09 It seems to me that Lauren Dane’s writing improves with each book, and Laid Bare really is no exception. It’s an interesting book, and I love the setting. The characters and their lifestyles are definitely outside my experience and [...]

Limecello’s review of Taming the Texas Tycoon by Katherine Garbera Contemporary romance published by Silhouette Desire on 14 July 2009 Katherine Garbera is a harlequin author I always keep an eye out for. I really enjoy her Silhouette Desire books, and Taming the Texas Tycoon was no exception. It also has one of my favorite [...]

Thank you, Tessa Dare, for such a great time during your Duck Chat with us here at the Pond!

So… I think you all know I love football. If you don’t… hi my name is Limecello, and I love football. College football especially, but I’ll watch pro ball too. I think football is a good thing. As a game, it’s pretty fun. You get a great sense of accomplishment getting a touchdown. Or hell, [...]

Limecello’s review of Holding Out For A Hero by HelenKay Dimon Contemporary romance released by Brava 1 Oct 09 I really enjoyed this book. I admit, I was apprehensive about reading it because I knew it was the “sequel” to HelenKay Dimon’s Your Mouth Drives Me Crazy. And that book… I did not like. Though [...]

Disclaimer – I’m British, so I don’t think the FTC rules apply to me, but just in case – the vast majority of the books I review I’ve bought for myself. Because something attracted me to it, and because I wanted to enjoy the experience. So I have a vested interest in any book I [...]

Sandy M’s review of In Over Her Head (Mer Series, Book 1) by Judi Fennell Paranormal Romance released by Sourcebooks Casablanca 1 Jun 09 I have to say after our Duck Chat with Judi Fennell where we learned she’s afraid of the ocean and, therefore, went with that idea and gave her heroine the same [...]

Sarah’s review of His Woman by Diana Cosby Historical Romance published by Zebra 1 Dec 08 Through the wonderful world of Facebook, I learned of Ms. Cosby’s MacGruder Brothers series. Her website boasts ‘Romance Edged With Danger’ and I must say, like her daring Highlanders, Ms. Cosby delivers full force.

Welcome to Duck Chat at the Pond! Today we have a special treat for you. Amelia Grey is writing again and she’s here with us! Amelia has been writing historical romance since 1991 under different pseudonyms, which she will talk to us about today, but most readers know her by Amelia Grey, a name under [...]

Gwen’s review of Tempt Me At Twilight (The Hathaways, Book 3) by Lisa Kleypas Historical romance released by St. Martin’s 22 Sep 09 There are a few authors that I always enjoy.  Short story, novel, or just plain interacting with readers – they’re always pleasant and gracious.  Lisa Kleypas is one of those few sincerely [...]