Laura C’s review of Breakaway by Dierdre Martin Contemporary Romance published by Berkley 07 Feb 12 I am a Dierdre Martin fan in general, so I’m always pleased to see a new book from her. Her “New York Blades” hockey romances are a treat even for people who aren’t fans. There’s enough explanation of what’s [...]

Sandy M’s review of An Unexpected Gentleman by Alissa Johnson Historical Romance published by Berkley 6 Dec 11 The elements of this book come together quite nicely to give readers what they’ve come to expect from Alissa Johnson. Revenge against a brother, an attraction that begins from afar, jealousy that leads to false accusations, and [...]

Sandy M’s review of Whispers in the Dark (KGI, Book 4) by Maya Banks Romantic Suspense published by Berkley 3 Jan 12 Hi, my name is Sandy. And I’m addicted. To Maya Banks’ Kelly boys. Hooboy. I was a goner with the first book, and now with the fourth? Needless to say, I’m not coming [...]

C2’s review of Slow Ride (Fast Track, Book 5) by Erin McCarthy Contemporary Romance published by Berkley 4 Oct 11 In Erin McCarthy’s latest NASCAR book, Tuesday Jones (aka racing blogger Tuesday Talledega) gets her chance in the spotlight.

Sandy M’s review of Animal Attraction (Animal Magnetism, Book 2) by Jill Shalvis Contemporary Romance published by Berkley 4 Oct 11 Jill Shalvis is simply magic. Her characters are always so charming and endearing, and I’ve been loving all the characters in this Animal Magnetism series. The addition of the animals in the storylines just [...]

C2’s review of Hearts and Swords (Celta’s HeartMates, Book 11) by Robin D. Owens Fantasy/Paranormal Romance released by Berkley 6 Dec 11 What do cryogenics, matchmakers, scandalous divorcees and talking animals have in common?  You might be surprised.  Robin D. Owens’ latest release is a collection of four novellas all set in her Celta universe.

Sandy M’s review of Kissing Comfort by Jo Goodman Historical Romance published by Berkley 6 Sep 11 This is only my second book by Jo Goodman. After reading my first, Never Love a Lawman, and loving it so much, as I always do, I vowed to read more of her. Unfortunately, life never works the [...]

C2’s review of Serendipity (Serendipity Series, Book 1) by Carly Phillips Contemporary Romance published by Berkley 6 Sep 11 I seem to be on a good run with contemporaries lately.  Carly Phillips is an author I hadn’t read in ages – too many books, too little time – until Serendipity turned up in my mailbox. [...]

C2’s review of Heart of Steel (Iron Seas, Book 4) by Meljean Brook Steampunk Romance published by Berkley 1 Nov 11 In the mood for a book with an unapologetically kick-ass heroine? One who doesn’t even pretend she needs a big, strong man to take care of her? What if her hero totally digs that [...]

This just in… eBook readers are in for a very special treat from Berkely/NAL…especially if you love Nora Roberts and their out-of-print Signet Regency line.

Dinca’s review of Sage Creek by Jill Gregory Contemporary Romance published by Berkley 4 Oct 11 I enjoyed this story. It is so worth the trip to Sage Creek. Jill Gregory usually gets all A’s from me.  She is a good storyteller with a vivid imagination.

C2’s review of Serpent’s Kiss (Elder Races, Book 3) by Thea Harrison Paranormal Romance published by Berkley 4 Oct 11 In Serpent’s Kiss we get another different view of the Elder Races (in Book 1, we got an overview; in Book 2, a micro-view of the politics). This is a much more intimate book – [...]

C2’s review of Animal Attraction (Animal Magnetism, Book 2) by Jill Shalvis Contemporary Romance published by Berkley 4 Oct 11 What happens when a control freak temp and a commitment-phobe of a vet collide?  It can’t be good, right?  Especially when the temp’s time is almost up and she will be moving hundreds of miles [...]

C2’s review of The Chase (Fast Track, Book 4) by Erin McCarthy Contemporary Romance published by Berkley 5 Apr 11 With The Chase, Erin McCarthy zooms back into the world of NASCAR. This go-around longtime supporting character Evan Monroe is racing for his happily ever after, but will he cross the finish line or end [...]

Sandy M’s review of Vampire Dragon (Works Like Magick, Book 3) by Annette Blair Paranormal Romance published by Berkley 5 Apr 11 Well, this is a first. And one that puzzles the hell out of me. This is the first time an Annette Blair book hasn’t blown me away, hasn’t made me laugh as much, [...]