REVIEW: Perfectly Inappropriate by Stacey Kennedy
Veena’s review of Perfectly Inappropriate by Stacey Kennedy
Erotic Romance published by Loveswept 27 Nov 18
This is an absolutely delightful romance with a touch of heat to keep things interesting. Olivia does everything after carefully considering the logistics of each choice. Heartbroken by her fiancé and best friend’s betrayal, she takes a walk on the wild side by signing up for a BDSM website and embarks on a journey of discovery and healing.
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REVIEW: Reckless Behavior by LA. Witt & Cari Z
Sandy M’s review of Reckless Behavior (Bad Behavior, Book 3) by L.A. Witt & Cari Z
Contemporary Gay Romantic Suspense published by Riptide Published 30 Dec 17
I learned about this writing team of L.A. Witt and Cari Z when I received the first book in this series to judge in a contest. Of course, at that time I hadn’t read either of them, so I was very pleasantly surprised when I thoroughly enjoyed the plot and story, but it’s the characters who make it all worth the sit-down to read. I love Andreas and Darren. Both are wonderfully written and their day-to-day life, both personal and professional, is action packed and emotional.
REVIEW: Fauxmance by L.H. Cosway
Kristie J’s review of Fauxmance (Showmance, Book 2) by L.H. Cosway
Contemporary Romance published by Amazon Digital Services 13 Aug 18
I’ve said it in the past and it holds just as true with this book: L.H. Cosway writes some of the most unusual and fascinating romance books I’ve read. Whether it’s a hero who gets off on literally playing with fire with his partner or a heroine who makes money dressed as a fairy and standing in one place for hours at a time, her characters are unique. In this book, both Julian Fairchild, our hero, and Ellen Grant, our heroine, are different than your average bear (a reference only those in their older years will get) – though Ellen is the oddest of the two. For those who haven’t read the previous book in this series, Showmance – and if you haven’t then you should – though a secondary character, Julian shined in every scene he was in. And while I’m normally not one who demands that secondary characters get their own books, Julian was an exception and I was so excited when I saw this book was coming out.
REVIEW: Boundless by Lynne Connolly
Veena’s review of Boundless (The Shaws, Book 3) by Lynne Connolly
Historical Romance published by Lyrical Press 04 Dec 18
This story highlights the divide between the glitter of the ton and the seamy underbelly of London, particularly orphans. I have enjoyed how Lynne Connolly has explored how the various characters in this series have broken society’s rules in their own quiet way to pursue their own interests and romance. While this series overall has appealed to me tremendously, this particular story is my favorite, with the sweetness and spice and how the tables are turned on His Grace, the rake.
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REVIEW: All I Want for Christmas is a Cowboy by Jessica Clare
Sandy M’s review of All I Want for Christmas is a Cowboy by Jessica Clare
Contemporary Romance published by Penguin Group 6 Nov 18
I’m two for four on new authors I’ve decided to read lately. Since it has finally begun to feel like winter and Christmas in my neck of the woods, I thought this book by Jessica Clare would be the perfect story – I’ve never read her before and it’s holiday themed. Any guesses on how it turned out for me?
REVIEW: Eight Secret Nights by Shoshana David
Stevie‘s review of Eight Secret Nights by Shoshana David
Contemporary Jewish Holiday Romance published by RoseLark Publishing 29 Nov 18
In amongst the wealth of Christmas stories that appear from September onwards, I make a point of reading holiday stories that focus on other faiths and traditions. Mostly that means Hanukkah romances, which is sort of fine by me since I grew up assuming that every ostensibly Christian/secular household had family friends who lent them The Big Book of Jewish Humour and suchlike. I want to learn more about other faiths as well, but sometimes it’s comfortable to sink into an almost-familiar world instead. The protagonists of this short book live in New York, which is a US city I have some firsthand knowledge of – comfort zone reading again. Mara works for a non-profit organisation, and is looking forward to celebrating Hanukkah with her close friends and receiving presents from her family, who live further away. First, however, she has to negotiate her neighbours, some of whom are more welcome features of the block than others.
REVIEW: Cocksure by Shiloh Walker
Sandy M’s review of Cocksure (Cochrans of Cocker County, Book 1) by Shiloh Walker
Contemporary Romance published by Shiloh Walker, Inc 19 Nov 18
Yes, this is one of those books inspired by the hoopla created earlier this year when a romance author tried – and failed – to copyright the word “cocky.” In that respect only, I’m glad that kerfluffle occurred, because these Cochrans of Cocker County may not exist otherwise. Thank the heavens for Shiloh Walker’s talent and imagination, despite the source of her inspiration.
REVIEW: The Christmas Sisters by Sarah Morgan
Veena’s review of The Christmas Sisters by Sarah Morgan
Women’s Fiction published by HQN 25 Sep 18
This book is a departure from Ms. Morgan’s usual romance novels. I admit I had a hard time getting off the ground with it, but fortunately Ms. Morgan’s writing style, with all its elements of laughter and tears and sizzling dialogue, finally peeked through and saved the day.
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REVIEW: Best Man for the Wedding by Donna Alward
Dinca’s review of Best Man for the Wedding (Marrying a Millionaire, Book 1) by Donna Alward
Contemporary Romance published by Harlequin 1 Dec 18
The mystery of why Adele left Dan, I feel, comes out a little too soon in this story. Also, when they’re on the ski slopes, there’s too much narration and not enough dialogue between the characters that makes it feel like you’re getting a tutorial in downhill skiing instead of character connection. There’s very little character building going on for nearly the entire book.
I wanted to like this story. Although Ms. Alward wrote about their turmoil, I did not feel it in the characters. I kept being told they were filled with emotion, but I never felt it from the characters themselves.
REVIEW: P.S. I Hate You by Winter Renshaw
Kristie J’s review of P.S. I Hate You (P.S. Series, Book 1) by Winter Renshaw
Contemporary Romance published by Amazon Digital Services 26 Mar 18
I started this series out of order, reading the second book first. I enjoyed it so much I went backward to pick up this one, and they both work fine as standalone books.
Right out of the gate, I’ll say I like this book. Quite a bit, in fact.
