Sunday, March 15, 2020

Review Round Up ~ March 15


New Releases:


My Way to You (Creek Canyon, #1)My Way to You by Catherine Bybee

My rating: 4 of 5 stars - Would Recommend to a Friend

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Catherine Bybee is an author that I go into her books expecting to enjoy them and while My Way To You is different than her previous work, the enjoyment factor is definitely there.

Ms Bybee leans on her own personal experience here to craft a story that emphasize perseverance, strength of character, and finding a figurative port in the storm in an unlikely place.

Parker is a female lead that you can’t help but root for. She is young in years, but has an amazing strength of character that has served her and her siblings well. Colin was the perfect pair for her as he appreciated her strengths and had the maturity to listen and let her lead when needed.

This is a well written book that covers a lot of ground in addition to having a core romantic story. We see great sibling relationships and friendships surround this family that once felt like an island. The supporting cast is fairly small, but that just means I am that much more curious about what happens next in a Canyon Creek. I am hopeful that there will be more books about this group - and a big part of that is wanting to know what comes next for Parker and Colin.

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Burning Up (Flirting with Fire, #1)Burning Up by Jennifer Blackwood

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

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This is a book I picked up for free and really wanted to like but couldn’t quite get there.
The premise is sweet.... girl returns home, reconnects with a high school crush and they fall in love. The issue I had was with execution.
My biggest issue - the editing! There is a paragraph early on that has absolutely no context. It literally pops out of nowhere and left me so confused. There are several other places where it felt like a strong editor would have been useful. Given that this book is approximately 2 years old and being held out as a promo, it seems like the editing issues should have been fixed.
Erin and Jake (our characters) were also a bit flat. I did appreciate Erin’s maturing during the story, but was very confused by Jake. He claimed to want to be a good dad, but almost every time we saw him with his daughter he was letting her leave with someone else.
There also seemed to be a lot of setting things up for future stories for secondary characters, but not enough development to really get to know anyone.
I been excite about this read and while it was entertaining, it wasn’t what I hoped for.

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Thursday, March 12, 2020

Bourbon On The Rocks ~ Shari J Ryan~ Cover Reveal

BOURBON ON THE ROCKS by Shari J. Ryan Cover & Excerpt Reveal

Release Date: April 6, 2020
Cover Design: MadHat Studios
Photographer: Reggie Deanching - R+M Photography
Model: Clint Wright
Genre: Contemporary Romance

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SYNOPSIS

Life isn’t a game.
Life isn’t an empty bottle of bourbon spinning on a warehouse floor as I hold my breath.

I feel weak when others perceive me as strong.
I’m passionate though I appear to hate the world around me.
I see beauty in all ugly things.
I feel pain when I laugh.

No one knows the truth.
Well, no one knew the truth until now.
Somehow, Brody Pearson understands more about me than anyone else in my life. The severed connection should mean something significant, but I don’t know if I can forget all my self-proclaimed promises.

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Releases: July 20, 2020

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Shari J. Ryan is USA Today bestselling author. She lives in Massachusetts with her wicked awesome husband, and two wild sons who fill her life with non-stop comedy.

With a life full of love, writing, drawing, TV binging, reading, and Starbucks, Shari is living her best life.

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Unrequited ~ Julie Wolf ~ New Release and Review


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Unrequited by Julia Wolf is LIVE!! Don’t miss this sexy rock star romance about a curvy, badass drummer and the bassist she loves to hate. #OneClick today!

 

My proper southern belle mama might disagree, but I say I was born to be a rebel. From the second I got my hands on a pair of drumsticks, my future was sealed. I never fit in anyway, not with my rocker soul and curves that never take a day off. But what’s a drummer without a band? Oh, that’s right. A cocktail waitress. That is, until the chance of a lifetime falls into my lap—Unrequited needs a drummer, and I happen to have an ‘in’ with the band. The only trouble is, Santiago Garza, Unrequited’s broody, scowly bassist, doesn’t want me in his band, which is kind of funny, considering he was the one who took my heart and stomped all over it five years ago. My career is far more important than hurt feelings though, so Santiago can suck it up and deal. That’s what I’m doing, no matter how many times I remember the feel of his lips on mine. I won’t fall for him this time. I’m done being anyone’s second choice.   Add to your Goodreads TBR: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49516207-unrequited

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GIVEAWAY: To celebrate the release of Unrequited, Julia Wolf is giving away a signed paperback. Head to her Facebook page to enter: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJuliaWolf/
 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

  Julia Wolf is a lover of all things romance. From steamy, to sweet, to funny, to so dirty you’ll be blushing for days, she loves it all. Formerly a hair stylist, she spent years collecting stories her clients couldn’t wait to spill. And now that she’s writing full time, she’s putting those stories to use, although all identifying characteristics have been changed to protect the not-so-innocent! Julia lives in Maryland with her three crazy, beautiful kids and her patient husband who she’s slowly converting to a romance reader, one book at a time.

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  Reader group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/JuliaWolfReaders/  

  Elizabeth's Review


My rating: 4 of 5 stars - Would Recommend to a friend


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Julia Wolf is a new author to me and I am so glad I found her with Unrequited! This is a well written story about redemption, being true to yourself, and fighting for what (or who) you love.

Maeve is a great leading lady. At 23 she knows who she is and what her goals are. She's been knocked down, but never out. Reconnecting with old friends and an old crush changes the course of her life and it was awesome to see her embrace the chance and run with it. I enjoyed seeing her being brave enough to do what she loved and to fight for her place in that world.

Santi is a leading man that I was prepared not to like, but how he treated Maeve as they spent more time together redeemed him and made him a character that I could root for.

The secondary cast of Unrequited is fairly small, mainly the band and a few select friends/family members. I was a little confused as to what Yael's role is (other than being a sister and friend to characters). These were a great group to get to know and I will definitely be looking forward to more stories about this band!

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Changing Roles by Melanie Moreland ~ New Release and Review

Title: Changing Roles
Author: Melanie Moreland
Genre: Contemporary/Romantic Comedy
Release Date: March 12, 2020 Photographer: Eric D. Battershell Model: Corey Mortensen Design: Monark Design Services


Lights! Camera! Clueless! 

Liam Wright is Hollywood’s golden boy and at the top of the A-list.
But what he doesn’t know about life…
Well, it could fill his very large Hollywood mansion. Thankfully, he’s got Shelby Carter in his world to keep him—and his house—camera-ready.
Part confidante, part master chef, Shelby is his best friend and the only one who knows the real Liam.
Pampered, pretty, and often puzzled,
Liam and his antics keep her on her toes, and there is never a dull moment living with him.
Until one day, Liam sees her as more…and he wants her to see him for the man he can be.The man he wants to be.
For her.
Is Liam up for the part?
Brand new standalone Contemporary Romantic Comedy from New York Times Bestselling author Melanie Moreland

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Elizabeth's Review


My rating: 4 of 5 stars - Would Recommend to a friend


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This is such a fun read! Ms Moreland did
A fantastic job with Liam and Shelby; they were a blast to spend time with and I was a bit sad when the book ended!

When we meet Liam, he is a famous actor with a bit of a Peter Pan complex and Shelby is his housekeeper/assistant. I liked both characters right away and their dynamic was sweet as well as entertaining.

The shift from friends/coworkers was done well as was completely organic to the story. The best part was seeing Liam start to grow up and make changes is how he did things so that he could demonstrate his feelings.

Add in a small, but fabulous secondary cast and Changing Roles is a fantastic read.




New York Times/Wall Street Journal/USA Today bestselling author Melanie Moreland, lives a happy and content life in a quiet area of Ontario with her beloved husband of twenty-seven-plus years and their rescue cat, Amber. Nothing means more to her than her friends and family, and she cherishes every moment spent with them. 

While seriously addicted to coffee, and highly challenged with all things computer-related and technical, she relishes baking, cooking, and trying new recipes for people to sample. She loves to throw dinner parties, and also enjoys traveling, here and abroad, but finds coming home is always the best part of any trip. 
Melanie loves stories, especially paired with a good wine, and enjoys skydiving (free falling over a fleck of dust) extreme snowboarding (falling down stairs) and piloting her own helicopter (tripping over her own feet.) She's learned happily ever afters, even bumpy ones, are all in how you tell the story.
Melanie is represented by Flavia Viotti at Bookcase Literary Agency. For any questions regarding subsidiary or translation rights please contact her at  flavia@bookcaseagency.com

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Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Steals and Deals ~ March 11-17


Steals:

The Birthday List (Maysen Jar Book 1) by Devney Perry

Anton: A Chicago Blaze Hockey Romance by Brenda Rothert

Code Name: Genesis (Jameson Force Security Book 1) by Sawyer Bennett

Long Shot (HOOPS Book 1) by Kennedy Ryan

On A Night Like This (Callaways Book 1) by Barbara Freethy

When Love Comes (Diamond Creek, Alaska Novels Book 1) by JH Croix

Just A Fling (Blue Beech) by Charity Ferrell

Perfect Love Story (Love Series Book 1) by Natasha Madison

Your French Kisses (Boyfriend Material Book 4) by Lauren Blakely

Dark Falls (Dark Falls, CO Romantic Thriller Book 1) by Lori Ryan

Unlike Any Other (Unexpected Book 1) by Claudia Burgoa

Kincaid: Cerberus Mc Book 1 by Marie James

Mister Black: A Billionaire SEAL Story (In the Shadows, Book 1) by PT Mitchell

The Wedding Affair (Rebel Hearts Book 1) by Heather Boyd

Fighting Irish (The Summerhaven Trio Book 1) by Katy Regnery

Simmer by Stephanie Rose

Lessons from a One-Night Stand (The Baileys Book 1) by Piper Rayne

Real Deal (Single Dads Club Book 1) by Piper Rayne

Forever and All the Afters by KI Lynn

Three Dates: A Friends-To-Lovers Romance Novel (Paths To Love Book 2) by Grahame Claire

In Harmony by Emma Scott

RUSH (City Lights) by Emma Scott

Hopeless by Colleen Hoover

Verity by Colleen Hoover

Always Room for Cupcakes by Bethany Lopez

Dating Games: A Fake Relationship Romance by TK Leigh

Sparrow by L J Shen

The Neanderthal Box Set: A Workplace Romance, 2020 Revised and Expanded Edition (Knitting in the City) by Penny Reid

Chills (The Distinguished Rogues Book 1) by Heather Boyd

Melting Ice: Game On in Seattle (Seattle Sockeyes Book 3) by Jami Davenport

Wicked Fall (Wicked Horse Book 1) by Sawyer Bennett

Craving (Steel Brothers Saga Book 1) by Helen Hardt

Dirty Little Secret (Forbidden Desires Book 1) by Kendall Ryan

Most Irresistible Guy by Lauren Blakely

Hold My Breath by Ginger Scott

Blindness by Ginger Scott


Deals:


The Vixen and the Vet: (inspired by "Beauty and the Beast") (A Modern Fairytale) by Katy Regnery $.99

Fighting Irish (The Summerhaven Trio Book 1) by Katy Regnery $.99

Boyfriend for Hire by Kendall Ryan $.99

PUCKED (A Standalone Romantic Comedy) (The PUCKED Series Book 1) by Helena Hunting $.99

Bryce (The Player Book 1) by Nana Malone $.99

Unbreak My Heart by Lauren Blakely $.99

Turner Twins: Turn It Up & Turn It On by Vivian Arend $.99

Someone to Trust (The Westcott Series Book 5) by Mary Balogh $1.99

The Consequences Series Box Set Athena Romig $.99

Las Vegas Sidewinders: Drake by Kat Mizera $.99

Aim: A Circle of Justice Novel by L P Dover $.99

Country Hearts: A cowboy romance from Hallmark Publishing by Cindi Madsen $.99

COACH (Boston Terriers Book 3) by Jacob Chance (Kindle Unlimited) $.99

Friends Forever (The Calamity Janes) by Sherryl Woods $2.99

The Ship of Brides: A Novel by JoJo Moyes $1.99

Lenox Ranch Cowboys - The Complete Boxed Set: Books 1 - 5 by Vanessa Vale $.99

Rumors by HJ Bellus $.99

Love Game: a sports romance novella by Emma Scott $.99

Wild Irish Rose (The Merriams Book 1) by Ava Miles $.99

This Is Falling (The Falling Series, Book 1) by Ginger Scott

Imperfect: (Imperfect Duet Book 1) by W. Winters $.99

CLAM JAM by R C Boldt $.99


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Monday, March 9, 2020

Hell Hath No Fury ~ R C Boldt ~ Cover Reveal




Title: Hell Hath No Fury
Author: RC Boldt
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Cover Design: By Hang Le
Release Date: May 19, 2020



Blurb

Seven years ago, they took everything from me. My father. My husband. My child.
When they stole my chance at justice, I vowed to get revenge.
Then I met him.
He tempts that long-lost part of me, but his presence is a reminder that betrayal lurks around every corner.
Their biggest mistake is underestimating my commitment for vengeance.
They don’t realize that when it comes to a woman like me, hell hath no fury.







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Excerpt

Death. 
Heartache. 
Vengeance. 
This isn’t a tale for the tender-hearted, the judgmental, or those who refuse to think outside the box and look at the broader picture. Those who think that everything is black and white. Simple. Cut and dry. 
It’s not. There’s always shades of gray. 
It’s easier to say “I’d never” when you’re sitting safely at home with the people you love most right by your side. When grief hasn’t woven itself so deeply in the fabric of your DNA that it can never be unraveled. There can be no separation. And even if you try, it would only result in you becoming a frayed and tangled mess.
It’s easy to say you’d never walk the treacherous moral tightrope. But you aren’t the one who plummeted to the depths of hell, littered with the agony of loss and the anger of injustice, and had to claw your way out.
This story isn’t scrawled in bold black ink on pristine white pages. Marred, torn, and blood-spattered, its chapters hold deep gouges inflicted by betrayal. 
This story is about a woman who had everything taken from her.
And how she took it all back.






Author Bio

RC Boldt currently lives on the southeastern coast of the U.S., enjoys long walks on the beach, running, reading, people watching, and singing karaoke. If you're in the mood for some killer homemade mojitos, can't recall the lyrics to a particular 80's song, or just need to hang around a nonconformist who will do almost anything for a laugh, she's your girl.


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