REVIEW: Game for Seduction by Bella Andre

Lawson's review of Game for Seduction by Bella Andre
Contemporary erotic romance released by Pocket 9 Sep 08

It's fall, and during fall I love football. College football mostly (and surprisingly my team is doing surprisingly well this year, so I'll put in a shameless plug for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, Wreck 'em TECH!), but pro is good as well, since it's football. When I got this book, it was a good thing, as it's romance and football. Win-win situation for me all around, though it isn't the type of book that I normally read. Read more

Tags: 2008, Bella Andre, Contemporary Romance, Erotic Romance, Football, Game for Seduction, Grade B, Lawson, Pocket, Review, September 2008, Sports

Duck Flash: Urban Fantasy news for Jennifer Estep

This just in...

Bigtime series author Jennifer Estep has sold an urban fantasy series to Pocket Books.

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Tags: 2008, Duck Flash, Jennifer Estep, Pocket, Urban Fantasy

REVIEW: Kiss of a Dark Moon by Sharie Kohler

Gwen's review of Kiss of a Dark Moon (The Moon Chasers, Book 2) by Sharie Kohler
Contemporary paranormal romance released by Pocket on 30 Sep 08

What's with me lately and always catching Book 2 of a series? Somehow I miss these when they first come out. I need to take that up with management... This series has a few unique twists on the lycan myth- they're not so noble (with a very few exceptions) and the humans hunting them are as ruthless as they. I enjoyed the book, but it left me feeling a bit dissatisfied. Read more

Tags: 2008, Contemporary Romance, Grade C, Gwen, Kiss of a Dark Moon, Paranormal Romance, Pocket, Review, September 2008, Sharie Kohler, The Moon Chasers series

REVIEW: Seducing Mr. Darcy by Gwyn Cready

Sandy M's review of Seducing Mr. Darcy by Gwyn Cready
Contemporary Paranormal Romance published by Pocket 29 Jul 08

I like the idea of this book. I mean, think about it. What would you do if you were thrown into your favorite book, suddenly face to face with that hero you've drooled over and dreamt about for quite sometime now? I know I'd probably be doing what the heroine of this book did. Several times, in fact. But, of course, things don't go all that smoothly for her after the deed is done and that's where the book hits a bump in the road even amidst all the fun goings-on. Read more

Tags: 2008, Contemporary Romance, Grade B, Gwyn Cready, July 2008, Paranormal Romance, Pocket, Review, Sandy M, Seducing Mr. Darcy

REVIEW: A Rogue’s Game by Renee Bernard

Sandy M's review of A Rogue's Game (Mistress Trilogy, Book 3) by Renee Bernard
Historical Romance published by Pocket 29 Apr 08

I really liked the gambling, winner-risk-all aspect of this book. The author had fun with it and, thus, so did I. She brought two unique characters together in an equally unique way, gave them uncertain futures but a lust for freedom and living and a banter that made getting to know them a game in itself. Read more

Tags: 2008, A Lady's Pleasure, A Rogue's Game, April 2008, Grade A, Historical Romance, Madame's Deception, Mistress Trilogy, Pocket, Renee Bernard, Review, Sandy M

REVIEW: Dark Warrior Unleashed by Alexis Morgan

Limecello's review of Dark Warrior Unleashed (The Talions, Book 1) by Alexis Morgan
Paranormal romance published by Pocket on 29 Jul 08

I thought the premise of this book was interesting. I began reading it not quite knowing what to expect. I'm not sure how I ended up with this book, but it was entertaining. In fact, I read it in one sitting, because it was an easy read. Not my favorite this summer, but the series shows promise. Read more

Tags: 2008, Alexis Morgan, Dark Warrior Unleashed, Grade C, July 2008, Limecello, Paranormal Romance, Pocket, Review, The Talions series

DDS REVIEWS: The MacCarrick Brothers Trilogy by Kresley Cole

Gwen's reviews of The MacCarrick Brothers Trilogy by Kresley Cole
Historical romances released by Pocket April 2005 - May 2007

Rowrrr! Can you say "alpha males"? I knew you could! This is a very fun, very sexy historical series from one of my fav authors. It features three brothers who think they're cursed to be alone and lonely, otherwise they'll risk their mates' death. Of course, this is all based on a Book of Fates that prognosticates the demise of their loves, as well as some anecdotal evidence. Problem is, the last stanza of the poem/fate is obscured by blood and may very well obviate the curse. So what do they decide? Well, of course, rather than risking someone they love, they choose to be alone. That is, until the mighty MacCarrick johnsons start speaking louder than the curse, then all bets are off and you better lock up your virgin daughters 'cause these brawny Scots are on the prowl! Read more

Tags: 2008, April 2005, April 2007, Duckies Do Series, Grade A, Grade B, Gwen, Historical Romance, If You Dare, If You Deceive, If You Desire, Kresley Cole, MacCarrick Brothers Trilogy, May 2007, Pocket, Review

REVIEW: Play Dirty by Sandra Brown

Sandy M's review of Play Dirty by Sandra Brown
Romantic Suspense released by Pocket 22 Jul 08

I'm always amazed at how Sandra Brown takes the unlikeliest of characters, brings them together in ways that have them either suspicious of one another or disliking each other, and the next thing we know those characters are set on a course for the relationship of a lifetime after going through hell and back to get there. The rides we're given with her heroes and heroines are always extraordinary, and Griff and Laura in Play Dirty are among the best of Brown's main characters yet. Read more

Tags: 2008, Grade A, July 2008, Play Dirty, Pocket, Review, Romantic Suspense, Sandra Brown, Sandy M

REVIEW: Never Romance a Rake by Liz Carlyle

Devon's review of Never Romance a Rake (Neville Family Trilogy, Book 3) by Liz Carlyle
Historical Romance released by Pocket 22 Jul 08

Liz Carlyle can always be counted upon to deliver. I haven't read all of her books, but I have read a number of them. She writes great characters and passionate, romantic stories. Her novels are meaty and often a bit dark. Carlyle deals with the darker side of nineteenth century social system-the strictures placed upon people by birth, ethnicity, classes and money. No fake rakes here. The heroes and heroines of her books have troubled pasts, and are in need of love and the redemption it provides. Never Romance a Rake looked to be another compelling read, and Sybil has raved about it. So was it "the historical of the summer?" Read more

Tags: 2008, Devon, Grade B, Historical Romance, July 2008, Liz Carlyle, Never Romance a Rake, Neville Family series, Pocket, Review, Romance

Contest: 3 times the Awesome with Liz Carlyle, a Rake and Romance(s) CLOSED

Never Romance a Rake, the final book in Liz Carlyle's latest trilogy, was released on 22 July 2008. We know that Sybil loved it, and by clicking on that link, you can read a great excerpt as well.

Baron Rothewell lives a dark, shuttered existence by day, and a life of reckless abandon by night. Scarred by a childhood filled with torment and deprivation, Rothewell cares very little anyone or anything. His life on the edge of ruin suits him—until he meets a man who just might be his nemesis. The Comte de Valigny likes to play deeply and dangerously, but Rothewell’s recklessness is undeterred. Until one night when de Valigny wagers something just a little more valuable than gold.

Mademoiselle Marchand is a desperate woman in a strange land, and her pleading eyes seem to swallow Lord Rothewell body and soul—assuming he still has one. Now the baron must play his hand with the utmost care, for at last something meaningful is at stake . . .

In honor of (to quote Sybil) "the historical of the summer", TGTBTU presents...
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Tags: 2008, Contest, July 2008, Liz Carlyle, Never Deceive a Duke, Never Lie to a Lady, Never Romance a Rake, Pocket

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