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BLOG TOUR STOP! EXQUISITE BETRAYAL BY A.M. HARGROVE
A male Romance Author… a convention in Vegas… a female book blogger… a goal to lose her virginity… what happens when you mix all the above?
Fallon McKinley is headed to Vegas for the Wicked Wenches Romance Con and losing her virginity is only one of her goals. The other is to meet her favorite author of romance novels, R.T. Sinclair. What she doesn’t realize is that the sexy green-eyed god she rams into at the airport is the real R.T. When they keep running into each other, she’s shocked, but excited, because the attraction is irresistible.
Ryland Thomas Sinclair doesn’t want anyone to know his true identity. He’s the author that all women love, but everyone thinks he’s a female. He hides his persona behind the public face of his twin sister, keeping his own a secret. But after meeting the lovely Fallon, his intentions to avoid a relationship come to a screeching halt. She’s put an unwanted kink into his perfectly laid out plans. His unusual reaction surprises him because after a heart-shredding breakup a few years ago, he’s managed to avoid women at all costs.
Resisting Fallon becomes more difficult than he imagines. Soon things are spiraling out of control, until a major miscommunication has Fallon walking out of his home and his life. Will Ryland Thomas succeed in losing the woman he loves? Or can he win her back?
Ryland Thomas Sinclair works as a romance author but because he is guy he uses a different name, R. T. Sinclair and his twin sister as a stand in. He is a hot and sexy man who avoids all relationships until he meets Fallon. Ryland can be pig headed a lot of the time in the book and for the most part he does it out of the goodness of his heart but when something comes out that should not he blames Fallon without even hearing her side.
Fallon McKinley is a strong woman who has kept going as things don’t go her way. Fallon is upset that her wealthy mother won’t help her ever, not with school or anything else. Fallon takes a trip she really can’t afford to meet her favorite author, R. T. Sinclair. Fallon falls for Ryland as they keep meeting each other all over Vegas.
The chemistry between Fallon and Ryland is blistering hot. I liked that they did not fall in love at first sight and that they tried to fight the attraction. The sex scenes were hot and spicy. I loved that they left a bit to the imagination and was not very descriptive. The biggest issue was Fallon and Ryland is communication, when big issues rise they don’t talk just assume.
My biggest grip is with Fallon. I get the part that we would like out parents to pay for our collage but in defense of her mother on this point (mostly because that came across as the biggest issue Fallon had with her mother) our parents are not required to pay for our collage and if they do that should be appreciated not expected. Just because her mother has money does not mean she is required to spend it on what Fallon wants because it’s not Fallon’s money. Now I am not saying that Fallon’s mother is a saint because she if far from it and I agree with Fallon’s decision at the end with her mother and how to handle her.
I found this story to be well written. The main and secondary characters were interesting and realistic. While this is not part of a series I would love to see a sequel with Ryland’s sister Tilly as the main character. Overall this was a great book. One I can see myself re-reading in the future.
One day, on her way home from work as a sales manager, A. M. Hargrove, realized her life was on fast forward and if she didn’t do something soon, it would quickly be too late to write that work of fiction she had been dreaming of her whole life. So, she rolled down the passenger window of her fabulous (not) company car and tossed out her leather briefcase. Luckily, the pedestrian in the direct line of fire was a dodge ball pro and had über quick reflexes enabling him to avoid getting bashed in the head. Feeling a tad guilty about the near miss, A. M. made a speedy turn down a deserted side street before tossing her crummy, outdated piece-of-you-know-what laptop out the window. She breathed a liberating sigh of relief, picked up her cell phone, called her boss and quit her job. Grinning, she made another call to her hubs and told him of her new adventure (after making sure his heart was beating properly again).
So began A. M. Hargrove’s career as a YA/NA and Adult Romance writer. Her books include the following: Edge of Disaster, Shattered Edge and Kissing Fire (The Edge Series); The Guardians of Vesturon series (Survival, Resurrection, Determinant, reEmergent and Beginnings); Dark Waltz and Tragically Flawed.
Other than being in love with writing about being in love, she loves chocolate, ice cream and coffee and is positive they should be added as part of the USDA food groups.
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REVIEW BY VICTORIA! KIRBY BY SAMANTHA ANNE
Rachel Sirianni is a twenty-seven year old native New Yorker with dreams of becoming an editor for Equinox Publishing, one of the top imprints in the city. And it seems she’s finally gotten her foot in the door, until one wild morning turns her fast track into an uphill climb.
Unable to pay her bills, she takes an unlikely second job to make ends meet and finds herself struggling to maintain two lives—her own, and that of her alter ego. Kirby is a sassy, imaginative, and extroverted fireball whom Rachel had no idea was lying dormant inside of her.
Enter Joe, a larger-than-life, brutally hot writer with a heart of gold. Rachel can’t seem to control herself around him, despite the fact that she’s sworn off men until she can get her career back on track. Their backgrounds and interests very nearly run parallel, and the Universe seems to keep pulling the pair together—in every aspect of Rachel’s life.
What happens when two worlds collide, particularly where it concerns Joe? The ride of her life may just lead to love—or it could lead back to the drawing board.
Rachel Sirianni is a native to New York with dreams of becoming an editor for Publishing Company Equinox. While Rachel does not get the job she wanted, she does get a job with the company with the ability to move up. Therefore, she gets a second job to help pay the bills. Rachel was a realistic character. Her actions and behaviors were truly, what I would expect most to do in her situation. I can easily understand why she did not tell her boss everything about Joe from the start. It’s hard to tell good bosses from bad bosses in the beginning.
Joe aka AJ Pavon is a hot and sexy writer with a heart of gold. He wants a relationship not just a few dates with a women. I loved that he knew what he wanted in his life and career but at the same time, I did find it odd. Most guys while they do want a relationship are not as upfront as Joe was about it.
The chemistry between Joe and Rachel is blistering. I loved that fate seemed to step in and keep pushing these two together otherwise I think neither would have given each other a second chance. I also liked unlike many romances sex was not the core reason they stayed together and that they waited for the right time and did not hope into bed together.
I found this book to be well written. The main and secondary characters were realistic. Overall, this was a magnificent book. I hope that Rachael’s best friend Camille ends up with her own book. I would love to know how many men call a sex line for relationship advice?
REVIEW BY VICTORIA! SPECIAL ANGEL BY NANCY LOYAN
Angelique is no ordinary diva. She’s the world’s greatest singer – and mystery. That’s why Brian Andrews, an American investigative reporter at Our World magazine, is assigned to do what others have failed: uncover Angelique’s past and secrets.
But Angelique herself has never known her past and fears that she will never see her future, thanks to a controlling couple who hold her career and life in their tight fists. Raised by nuns in an abbey in France, she has never known freedom. Brian offers her hope by aiding in her escape from her sequestered life, putting his career on the line.
Is he after the glory of the big story, or is he the one person Angelique can finally trust to help her?
Angelique was raised by nuns at an abbey in France. She has a beautiful angelic voice that captures all that hear it. Angelique is young and naive when is thrust in to the clutches of the Davidson’s. In the end it’s a double edge sword because without them she might not have had the fame and money she ends up having.
Brian Andrews is an investigative reporter from the United States, he works for Out World Magazine. He has been given a task that everyone before him failed at, finding out Angelique’s past. He is a hot and sexy man who after meeting Angelique wants to protect her.
The chemistry between Angelique and Brian is blistering. While Angelique has been sheltered its easy to see she is no fool and she did not fall for Brian because he was there and saved her. The sex scenes were scorching hot.
I found the story very well written. The main and secondary characters were realistic and intriguing. I really liked this story, even more that I thought I would after I read the summery. I read this book in one sitting. I hope there is a sequel and we get to see Angelique and Brian again. Overall, this was a magnificent story. I will be reading more by Nancy Loyan Schuemann in the future.
Purveyor of the written word, Nancy Loyan Schuemann has been writing ever since she began composing picture books for fellow students in elementary school.
After graduating with a BSBA degree in marketing from John Carroll University, she pursued a career in sales and marketing. She has incorporated those skills into a professional writing career, moving from multi-published freelance writer to author.
Nancy is a Cleveland, Ohio native who shares her knowledge of the city as author of
Cleveland, Ohio: A Photographic Portrait and On the Threshold of a New Century: The City of South Euclid, 1967-1999. Her love, however, is writing women’s fiction. Her first novel, Paradise Found, a multicultural romance set in the exotic Seychelles Islands was published in 2011 with electronic book publisher, InnerVision Books and, later self-published.
She has since contracted with Crimson Romance, an imprint of F&W Media, for six novels. Currently available are Lab Test, Hearts of Steel, Wishes and Tears and The Right Combination. Special Angel is to be released on December 2.
Travel has taken her around the country and around the world, including trips to Europe, Great Britain, South America, Egypt and the exotic Seychelles Islands. When she’s not writing, Nancy teaches and performs, Middle Eastern dance as “Nailah” (www.NailahDance.com) She shares her life with her husband, Bill, and her Pointer/Labs, Amber and Topaz.
Her web site is www.NLSScribe.com
REVIEWS BY CEECEE AND VICTORIA! BROKEN BY KIMBERLEY REEVES
‘When I’m broken and nothing seems to make any sense, I go back to the ranch to my beautiful Jessie… Jess fixes me, makes me whole again’. Those were the words written in Adam’s journal shortly before he died. Now it is up to his twin brother, Mitch, to tell her that Adam is gone, that he will never return to her waiting arms. He doesn’t want to be the one to break her heart, but what choice does he have?
I was prepared to be on the fence about this novel, but I really enjoyed it! For some reason, the song “Leather and Lace” by Stevie Nicks kept playing in my mind throughout the whole book!
They say the road to hell is paved with good intentions. That’s what I kept thinking as Mitch tried to give Jessie good memories of his twin brother, Adam. Yes, it’s a little off the beaten path. No, it’s not that hard to imagine Jessie falling for his plan. Love is blind, and we’ve all worn those rose colored glasses, or at least known someone who has. While Mitch didn’t think his plan through, he wasn’t acting maliciously. He’s a passionate man with a few quirks, but he’s exactly what Jessie needs.
Jessie’s strength is somewhat underestimated by Mitch, and this was a little frustrating. She’s runs a ranch and has had the resilience to withstand a relationship with a Special Ops soldier. I’ve seen the worry and longing in the eyes of those who wait for the return of our heroes, and it takes a great amount of fortitude to withstand such a weight on the heart and mind. I also know the dedication, determination, and back-breaking work it takes to keep up a farmstead. She’s definitely a trooper, and I liked her immensely. After so many years of putting Adam’s well-being first, she finally gets what she’s dreamed of: Him. Her only weakness is exposed as she battles internally with confronting her lover with his unusual behavior.
This isn’t your typical story of true love, but that’s what makes it so good! Here, you have a unique take on a love that was, and one that could be. The author has developed an interesting tale with greatcharacters, excellent supporting characters, and quite a few deliciously steamy scenes!
Mitch retired from working in Special Ops with his brother Adam after Adam was killed in there last mission together. Adam and Mitch are identical twins. Mitch goes over Adams journal and then makes the journey to tell his girlfriend Jessie that Adam as passed away. Mitch is a hot and sexy man who falls for Jessie at first sight.
Jessie is used to Adam coming and going all the time with no expectations of staying. When Mitch comes to talk to her, she mistakes him for Adam and Mitch does not correct her. Jessie is a smart woman who slowly pieces it all together. What I loved about her is she thought before she acted rather than throw a fit.
The chemistry between Mitch and Jessie is blistering hot. It’s apparent from the beginning that they care about each other. The sex scenes were hot and steamy. I loved that Jessie could see the differences between Adam and Mitch even before she found out about Mitch.
I found this story to be well written. I had a hard time putting this story down. I loved that this story was not what I expected it to be after reading the blurb. The main and secondary characters were interesting and realistic. Overall, this was a great book. I can see re-reading this in the future.
RELEASE DAY REVIEW!! IF THE SHOE FITS BY AMBER T. SMITH (@Crimson_Romance, @Amber_T_Smith_)
Blurb:
Life isn’t a fairy tale… except when it is.
There’s nothing wrong with Ella Gibson’s life— it just isn’t very exciting, despite being surrounded by lingerie. Working for Cardiff’s top modelling agency should have been glamorous, but most of the time Ella is running around with memos and cups of coffee. It’s a far cry from living the dream, but skirting the edge of her fantasy life is enough.
Then comes the day when her cat starts to talk, claiming to be Ella’s fairy godmother. As if that weren’t crazy enough, the pesky puss becomes a fashion advisor and behavioral expert, too. Add an evil ex-stepmother, a hunk called Charming, plus a looming party-cum-ball, and you have all the elements of a classical fairy tale. There’s even a couple of ugly sisters—the fact that they are two gorgeous gay men being neither here nor there.
Ella’s not your typical fairy-tale princess though, and it will take more than a discarded glass slipper to get her man. It’s quite possible she may have to curb her enthusiasm for cursing a wee bit, not to mention her love of vodka. And can Muse, her surprisingly straight-laced feline friend, overcome her prudishness long enough for Ella to sneak a kiss or three with her intended beau?
Review:
This was such a fun take on a fairy tale story! Ella is your typical Girl Friday, just trying to make her way in life. With the help of her two male best friends, she succeeds but there is still something missing. Enter Muse, her talking fairy godmother cat. Muse is determined to help Ella attract the attention of her new boss. Unfortunately after meeting Max Charming, Ella turns into the world’s biggest klutz. Throw in a trip to Gretna Green, hot men in kilts and a drunk lady in a wedding dress and it’s a party not to miss!
Fun times ensue when bare bottoms and trips to the ER abound! I can’t wait to read more from amazingly awesome author!
Rated 4 Bookworms
Author Bio:
Amber T. Smith lives in Cardiff, the bustling capital city of Wales. When she isn’t busy keeping her kids, her cats, and her lizards from fighting, she can generally be found dreaming up new plots for alternative fairy tales. Find out more at: http://cardiffellanews.blogspot.co.uk/. You can also find her on Twitter, and at her Facebook author page.
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COVER REVEAL! BLUFFING THE DEVIL BY CL FOSTER (@GHBTours, @CLFoster1)
Blurb:
After losing her fiancé to a freak accident, Alexia Riley decides to swear off relationships and focus her energy on conquering the male-dominated sport of professional poker.
When Alexia finds herself being visited in her dreams by a mysterious new man, she begins to wonder if her world is slowly starting to unravel around her.
Tested by a double-dealing nemesis on the tables and tempted by a mysterious “dream man”, Alexia soon contemplates making a deal with the Devil to rid herself of these torments. What bargain will she strike with the Dark Prince to get what she wants? As temptation for a mysterious dream man weakens her resolve, a desire to defeat her greatest rival beckons her. Will she sacrifice her soul for victory? Love? Or does she want something else entirely?
The stakes have never been higher for Alexia than they are when she is bluffing the Devil!
Excerpt:
He slithered his way across the casino floor and instantly his predacious gaze locked onto me. In a spontaneous act of avoidance, I burrowed into the crowd a bit deeper and tunneled my way through the unsuspecting human-shields and headed toward the mock-safety of the elevators. Not that I am afraid of him, far from it, I just cannot stand cocky bastards that think they are God’s gift to the game. Especially when it’s obvious that the only reason he chats me up so often is he is trying to learn my strategy and make a place for himself as poker royalty. Not on my watch, chump. But wait, I am not prey in this situation! I am never going to be someone’s doormat or stepping stone ever again! Resolve hit me suddenly and I pivoted on my heel quickly, nearly slamming into his eye-level chest. Man, he was fast! And tall, geez. When did he get so tall? How had I never noticed that before? Ahh yes, always sitting at a poker table and only having to deal with his consuming gazes. This was a new level of freak-out.
“Is there something I can help you with, Rey?” I said as I craned my neck to see the tower of man before me, “Or were you on a mad dash to bilk someone of their life savings or rob some unsuspecting college girl of her panties and possible virtue tonight?”
“You wound me, truffle.” He drawled with his gorgeous Latin accented “r”.
Seriously? What is up with everyone and their nicknames for me lately?
“I decided at the last moment to switch to this hotel so I could be away from the action over at Caesar’s and as I was registering I couldn’t miss your glorious essence calling to me from the crowd.”
As if I was “calling” to him? Pssh. As if!
“And I just had to come speak to you and make sure you are doing well. Are you busy? You seemed in a hurry.”
Rey could fool most people into thinking he was innocent or sweet or whatever façade he wanted to wear today but I know poker players and I know men and he was not fooling me one bit. He always stayed at Caesar’s, which was one of the most important reasons I never did. Had he followed me? There would be no point in that. I have to stop being so paranoid.
“I was in a hurry yes, I.. uh.. have a date.” It was sort of the truth. I was planning on going to my room for a nap before the tournament and was also praying that I would have a few moments with my Dream Guy, that always settled my nerves and gave me a little something extra to smile about.
A flash of something crossed Rey’s face. Amazingly, I couldn’t decipher if it was anger, confusion, or some other emotion. Even though I have been training to read people’s faces, actions, words, and other characteristics for years now, he somehow managed to show an emotion I hadn’t seen before. Weird. Well-played, sir. Game on.
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REVIEW BY BRANDY! THE GARNET DAGGER BY ANDREA COOPER (@Crimson_Romance)
BLURB:
Forbidden to cross the Elvin barrier into human lands, Brock cannot sate his curiosity. Cursed by a vampyre bite that forces him to feed on the life-essence of others, he is unable to touch another without taking their life. Chained by prophesy, he must find a witch, pierce her heart, and draw her blood for his cure.
Celeste must escape the monks who have held her prisoner for years. Her magic has been kept dormant by her captors. An ancient powerful Warloc craves her powers. If he succeeds in devouring her magic, she and the world will die.
When Brock falls in love with Celeste before realizing her demise is his cure, will love triumph over his desire to be healed? Will he risk everything to save her from a Warloc, an oath breaker, who also wants her dead?
REVIEW:
I was given a copy of this book in return for my honest review.
This was a wonderfully written story. I am still new to the fantasy world but I am impressed with how well developed this debut author has made this world. I like to read stories that I can visualize in my head and this one allowed it.
I am not a huge Elvin fan, but I am anxious to see where she takes Brock and Celeste. I recommend everyone check out this new author if you are a Fantasy lover!
Rated 4 Kisses
REVIEW!! Immortal Ever After (Argeneau Vampires) by Lynsay Sands (@LynsaySands, @avonbooks)
This was an ARC that I received for review. I have been wondering when Anders was going to get his own story and this did not disappoint!
EXCERPT FROM AMAZON!
A kiss doesn’t mean eternity . . .
Valerie Moyer doesn’t believe in vampires—until she is kidnapped by a fanged psychopath! After escaping her bloodthirsty captor, she’s through with creatures of the night. Until she finds herself under the protection of the darkly handsome Anders. Not only is she expected to accept that Anders is immortal, but also that she is the woman destined to be his life mate!
. . . Or does it?
Anders felt a connection to Valerie from the moment he cradled her bruised body in his arms. But before he claims her, he must destroy the vampire who almost stole her from him forever. His job would be easier if Valerie didn’t fight him every step of the way. Still, Anders loves a challenge, and the green-eyed beauty is worth fighting for!
Anders has been an Enforcer for many years and has watched his fellow Enforcers fall victim to life mates one by one. When an unusual 911 call comes in that the Enforcers respond to, Anders is amazed to find he has discovered his life mate.
Valerie has literally just escaped from the house of Hell. She had been kidnapped and held in a cage with several other women for almost 2 weeks. She managed to stab one of her captors and call 911. When she is talking to her rescuers she doesn’t know how to explain to them that she was attacked by a psycho vampire. There is no such as thing as vampires, right?
When she is taken back to Lucien and Leigh’s house for recovery she doesn’t question the kindness of the ones who rescued her and finds that she is quickly falling for the sexy Enforcer, Anders. When they all realize that she is Anders life mate they attempt to show her what he really is like and a very pregnant Leigh makes a great matchmaker!
I don’t want to give away too much of this story because I am an avid Lynsay Sands fan and don’t want to ruin the story for others.
Rated 4 Bookworms and can’t wait to add the paperback to my collection.
Wicked Delights of a Bridal Bed by Tracy Anne Warren (@avonbooks #avonaddict)
Excerpt from Amazon:
To her surprise, Lady Mallory Byron finds herself walking down the aisle with the last man she ever expected to ask for her hand . . . .
Everyone knows the Byron brothers are “mad, bad and dangerous.” Now their sister shockingly discovers she’s the newest talk of the Ton when she marries the scandalous Earl of Gresham. Faced with a tragic loss, she’d sought comfort from him as a family friend. But soon consolation turned to passion, scandal—and a wedding! In the bridal bed, she finds pleasure beyond her wildest dreams. But can nights of wicked delight change friendship into true love?
Charming rakehell Adam, Earl of Gresham, has secretly loved Mallory for years. He lost her once to another man, but now he has a second chance to win her love—and plans to do so by any means necessary. Will Mallory’s heart give him what he so dearly desires? Or is the past too much to overcome?
What a delightful read! This was the first book I read in this series so I am going to have to backtrack to the first three! This is the story of Mallory Byron and Adam, Earl of Gresham. Adam has loved Mallory since she was a girl of sixteen. Since she was the little sister of his best friend, he pushed aside his feelings for her. Mallory met and fell in love with a major who rushed off to war and perished. Adam vows to bring her out of her mourning and in the process realizes his love for her is powerful.
This is a beautiful story about how love can develop in a moment and take your breath away. Take the time to read Adam and Mallory’s story. I was not disappointed.
Rated 3 Bookworms














