REVIEW: The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros
Stevie‘s review of The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros
Contemporary Military Romance published by Entangled: Amara 26 Feb 19
I’m a great fan of epistolary relationships in fiction, whether romantic or platonic, and am always intrigued to see how they might develop once the writers meet in person. In this case I was a little irked that one protagonist concealed aspects of their character and background – previously revealed in their letters – back from the other when they were thrown together in the real world, although I could empathise for the reasons why this came about. On the other hand, I did like the concept of two people, each alone in spite of being surrounded by others, being able to reveal their true feelings to each other if not to their geographically closer companions.
REVIEW: At the Mountain’s Edge by Genevieve Graham
Sandy M’s review of At the Mountain’s Edge by Genevieve Graham
Historical Romance published by Simon & Schuster 2 Apr 19
On top of her genius idea of taking her country’s history and weaving a romance into it for readers, Genevieve Graham pulls no punches when it comes to the reality of Canadian historical events. I always wonder if this time we’ll get a love story instead of a romance, because she skates against the edge of survival and loss with hope and longing, and you never know what’s going to happen next with her characters, and that includes Canada’s vast and rich history as a character in and of itself.
REVIEW: Listen by Kris Bryant
Stevie‘s review of Listen by Kris Bryant
Contemporary Lesbian Romance published by Bold Strokes Books 12 Feb 19
Having noted that I hadn’t read any rock star romances lately, I came across two books featuring relationships between musicians in as many months. This, the second of the pair to be released doesn’t feature a rock star as such, although one of the protagonists was a famous musician and composer in her youth, before anxiety issues forced her to seek a new career away from the public eye. Since her breakdown, Lily Croft has avoided music altogether, finding comfort in numbers and doing as much of her actuarial work as possible from home in order to minimise her contact with other people. While on secondment to a purely office-based job, Lily hears a pianist practising, and is soon drawn into the world of the Leading Note Music Center, a non-profit organisation providing music therapy, and music lessons to children who would otherwise miss out on such opportunities. When Lily meets the pianist herself, she is attracted to the woman’s looks and personality as much as she was to her talent.
REVIEW: Toxic Game by Christine Feehan
Veena’s review of Toxic Game (Ghostwalkers, Book 15) by Christine Feehan
Paranormal Romance published by Berkley 12 Mar 19
I remember when Ms. Feehan first released this series, and I, like many of her readers, was enthralled by the power of her imagination. Now fifteen books later, clearly there have been lots of ups and downs as she has stretched her imagination to create different types of Ghostwalkers and the women who are fated to be the one for them. The one thing that seems to have stayed constant is the flower names for the girls taken out of orphanages who lead a hard life, chemically modified until they meet the one warrior who is their perfect complement. I know there is an end game here somewhere, but my imagination has failed me to what it is. But, in the meantime, settle in and get ready for a new ride.
REVIEW & GIVEAWAY: I Want You Back by Lorelei James
Sandy M’s review of I Want You Back (Want You Series, Book 1) by Lorelei James
Contemporary Romance published by Berkley 2 Apr 19
You know, it doesn’t matter what Lorelei James writes, I’m going to love it. No matter what. I’ve read her for so many years now and expect an emotional, fun, family-filled romance from her. Not once in all those years has she ever let me down. The start of her new Want You series, a spin-off, I guess you could say, from her Need You series, is a case in point. At every turn Jax and Lucy and little Mimi pull your heart strings, make you laugh out loud, and give you a hugely satisfying time with them and their family.
REVIEW: Say You’re Sorry by Karen Rose
Nikki’s review of Say You’re Sorry (Sacramento, Book 1) by Karen Rose
Romantic Suspense published by Berkley 12 Feb 19
If you’ve been thinking about trying Karen Rose but find the sheer length of her various series overwhelming, now is the time to give her a shot! Say You’re Sorry begins a new series and although all her series are tangentially related to one another, there’s no need to read anything else before starting this one.
REVIEW REVISIT: As Luck Would Have It by Alissa Johnson
C2’s review of As Luck Would Have It by Alissa Johnson
Historical Romance released by Dorchester 30 Sept 08
Reissued by Stonesong Digital 07 Nov 16
Original Review Posted 03 Oct 08
Since this is my debut here at TGTBTU, it seems appropriate that I’m reviewing a debut author. Of course, it could have gone terribly, terribly wrong – the book, I mean. You may judge the review on your own. However, as luck would have it (heh), I found Ms. Johnson’s first effort quite enjoyable. read more…
REVIEW: The Hunter Brothers Complete Collection by M.S. Parker
Sandy M’s review of The Hunter Brothers Complete Collection by M.S. Parker
Contemporary Romance published by Belmonte Publishing 21 Sep 18
Though I’ve not read M.S. Parker before, getting into this compilation about brothers was a no-brainer for me. I so enjoy books about brothers. And these four siblings did not let me down one bit.
REVIEW: Royal Court by Jenny Frame
Stevie‘s review of Royal Court (A Royal Romance, Book 3) by Jenny Frame
Contemporary Bisexual and Lesbian Romance published by Bold Strokes Books 15 Jan 19
While I greatly enjoyed the first book in this series, I felt slightly short-changed by the second due to its split focus covering two couples, the new romance between the main protagonists and the ongoing romance between the two Queens. Not that George and Bea aren’t adorable, but I did feel that I’d like to get to know the other women in their entourage just as thoroughly – in the way that can only be done by devoting the whole of a book to each pair. Notwithstanding my doubts about how much mileage could be got from a series that devoted so much time to a marital unit with little strife, I was keen to renew my acquaintance with Bea and George’s friends once more in this third book. Sadly skipping over the romance between Bea’s friend Lali and George’s friend Cammy, this book follows the last singletons out of the two friends’ groups, Holly Weaver and Captain Quincy.
REVIEW: How To Marry A Highlander by Michele Sinclair
Veena’s review of How To Marry A Highlander (The McTierneys, Book 8) by Michele Sinclair
Historical Romance published by Zebra 26 Mar 19
Adanel is such a unusual name but so right for the character Ms. Sinclair has created for her latest romance. She is the daughter of a Scottish clan chief who guards one of the only deep water ports in this part of Scotland and a horrible person to boot, so that she leads a life too miserable to imagine. One of the highlights of her week is escape to a small isolated loch where she can swim and enjoy the natural beauty. When her idyll is interrupted by a brawny soldier, she thinks life is perfect until… read more…
