REVIEW: Anything But Sweet by Candis Terry
Sandy M’s review of Anything But Sweet (Sweet, Texas, Book 1) by Candis Terry
Contemporary Romance published by Avon 25 Jun 13
I love reading Candis Terry. Simple as that. Her books are just plain old fun. I smile and laugh while reading, and there are also those moments when your heart breaks for a character or you want that wonderful love scene to go on forever. In essence, her books have it all.
REVIEW: Devil of Clan Sinclair by Karen Ranney
Veena’s review of The Devil of Clan Sinclair by Karen Ranney
Historical Romance published by Avon 30 Jul 13
The newly widowed Virginia Traylor, Countess of Barrett, is desperate. Her husband has squandered her considerable fortune and what is left of the estate is entailed and will go to the next in line to inherit, since there are no children from their union. In order to save her family, which consists of her mother-in-law and her sisters-in-law, she reaches out to the only person who can help her – Macrath Sinclair, a self-made Scottish millionaire, the man she loved and hoped to marry before her father forced her to marry a title. If she can get pregnant with Macrath’s son, she can save her husband’s estates and keep the roof over all their heads.
EXCERPT: Trust in Me by Dee Tenorio
Dee Tenorio has become a favorite of mine over the last few years. Her characters are fun and charming and the storylines she weaves around them pulls the reader right into the goings-on for front-seat interaction, whether it’s fast-paced action or tender lovemaking.
Locke and Susie are great together, despite her need to keep herself apart from others and ready to run at a moment’s notice. This is the one time she’s not immune to the life she now has, nor the man who makes her heart thump. Will Locke back off once he knows Susie’s full story?
You be the judge of that after reading this teaser we have for you today.
Summary:
Locke Jackman is single, childless…and he has a bad case of empty nest syndrome. For years, as he fought tooth and nail to keep his brothers and sisters together after his parents died, his entire life was focused on his responsibilities.
Now his siblings have all moved on with their lives, and there’s no one around to distract him from his overpowering attraction to his sister’s best friend. Their mutual desire is stunning…but then again, so are the secrets keeping them apart.
Susie Packard’s nightmarish marriage taught her what happens when she gives in to her weakness for powerful men. Too bad the big, stoic frowner across the street—the one who sets her bells jangling just by breathing—has her in his sights.
Try as she might to keep her emotional distance, Locke is determinedly knocking down all her walls. But as much as she wants to be the woman he needs, she knows better than most—passion may have its rewards, but every secret has its price.
GUEST BLOG: “That’s Just My Face!”— Why I Write The Way I Do by Dee Tenorio
To quote my siblings, “You just have to make things difficult, don’t you?”
Yes. Yes, I do. I don’t mean to, my brain just complicates matters all by itself. What am I complicating now?, you might ask. Oh, you know…my career.
REVIEW: Trust in Me by Dee Tenorio
Sandy M’s review of Trust in Me (Rancho Del Cielo, Book 4) by Dee Tenorio
Contemporary Romance published by Samhain 23 Jul 13
This is the second book in this series I’ve read, and, to be honest, I didn’t realize there are two prior stories. I’d like to go back and read those, but after spending time with Locke Jackman? I think every other man wouldn’t be able to hold his own next to this sexy and gentle hero.
REVIEW: My Notorious Gentleman by Gaelen Foley
Veena’s review of My Notorious Gentleman (Inferno Club, Book 6) by Gaelen Foley
Historical Romance published by Harper Collins 30 Jul 13
The Inferno Club and its members have been exposed to London Society. Lord Trevor Montgomery lost more than most in the last engagement. While he was held prisoner by his friend and fellow spy, his fiancée married someone else and now he’s trying to maintain a stiff upper lip amongst the ton. As well as being a spy, he’s young and handsome, which makes him an irresistible draw to the society ladies. Feeling like a cornered wolf, he attempts to escape, only to run into Grace Kenwood. There’s nothing in common between him and Grace, but an unexpected kiss, when their paths cross, is going to have unexpected consequences for both their futures.
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REVIEW: Dangerous Refuge by Elizabeth Lowell
LynneC’s review of Dangerous Refuge by Elizabeth Lowell
Romantic Suspense ebook published by William Morrow 9 Apr 13
Elizabeth Lowell has written some memorable romances. To the Ends of the Earth and Tell Me No Lies have permanent places on my keeper shelf. Her lush, erotic love scenes bordered on the purple and sometimes tipped over, but she never resorted to clichéd or repeated characters. Her heroes were always alpha to the max. I want more of those, please. Unfortunately, this book fell a little short of my ideal. I know Lowell is trying to write a different kind of book these days, so perhaps this new turn just isn’t to my taste.
REVIEW: A Cowboy to Come Home To by Donna Alward
Wendy the Super Librarian‘s review of A Cowboy to Come Home To (Cadence Creek Cowboys, Book 4) by Donna Alward
Contemporary Romance published by Harlequin Romance 01 Jul 13
This story could have been a train wreck. We have a heroine still reeling from her failed first marriage, but yet is still determined to get knocked up, and a couple that just won’t come out and tell each other what’s really going on in their own minds. In theory, I should have thrown this book up against the nearest wall and been done with it. But you know what? Just when I thought, and expected, the author to do what countless other authors had done before her – she flips the script. Just when I thought I knew exactly where this story was going? The author doesn’t take me there. Much relief ensued, and I really ended up liking this book.
REVIEW: His Brand of Passion by Kate Hewitt
LynneC’s review of His Brand of Passion by Kate Hewitt
Contemporary Romance published by Harlequin Presents 3 Jul 12
While the last book by Kate Hewitt that I read didn’t quite work for me, this one does. With engaging characters and a story that flows easily from one scene to the next, it’s everything I ask for in a Presents.
REVIEW: The Silver Chain by Primula Bond
Veena’s review of The Silver Chain (Unbreakable Trilogy, Book 1)by Primula Bond
Erotic Romance published by Mischief 04 Jul 13
Riding the tide of the momentum created by Fifty Shades of Grey and The Cross Fire Series comes the Unbreakable Trilogy by author Primula Bond as a brand new entrant on this stage.
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