Tory Richards's Blog, page 210
August 1, 2011
SIZZLING HOT BOOK REVIEWS
FOUR HEARTS
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Vicky says…The Promise is a good sexy story about life, love and family. This is obviously a love story, but the secret of The Promise is that second love, finding love after the first one dies, is not a betrayal. You don't have to forget your first love to find happiness with your second. Just as a true, unselfish person (love) would want one to move on afterward. All this is nicely packaged in a sexy story with a great supportive family. Now that is The Promise we can all only hope to live up to!
Here's a blurb of the book.
Shannon Hayes' husband David was killed in Iraq nearly a year ago, and now she must face her first holiday season without him. With a toddler in tow, she travels to the Vermont farm where the rest of the family has gathered for the holidays. There she comes face to face with the man who was with him when he died, and her destiny, his older brother Ryan.
For the first time in years, Ryan returns home to keep a promise he made to David — to take care of Shannon and their daughter. It's a pledge Ryan is reluctant to keep because he's been secretly in love with Shannon since first setting eyes on her. Their attraction to each other is instant, intense and soon the promise isn't the only thing between them.
Vicky says…The Promise is a good sexy story about life, love and family. This is obviously a love story, but the secret of The Promise is that second love, finding love after the first one dies, is not a betrayal. You don't have to forget your first love to find happiness with your second. Just as a true, unselfish person (love) would want one to move on afterward. All this is nicely packaged in a sexy story with a great supportive family. Now that is The Promise we can all only hope to live up to!
Here's a blurb of the book.
Shannon Hayes' husband David was killed in Iraq nearly a year ago, and now she must face her first holiday season without him. With a toddler in tow, she travels to the Vermont farm where the rest of the family has gathered for the holidays. There she comes face to face with the man who was with him when he died, and her destiny, his older brother Ryan.
For the first time in years, Ryan returns home to keep a promise he made to David — to take care of Shannon and their daughter. It's a pledge Ryan is reluctant to keep because he's been secretly in love with Shannon since first setting eyes on her. Their attraction to each other is instant, intense and soon the promise isn't the only thing between them.
Monday Man Candy
God, it's hot in here!
July 30, 2011
Reviews Just In!
I was surprised to have a new review in for
Wicked Desire
but here's the link if you're interested in checking it out. Blackraven's Reviews gave it 4 ravens! http://www.blackravensreviews.com/?p=...AND...drum roll please! The Promise just received 5 ravens and recommended read from Blackraven's Reviews !
Tory Richards has created a tale of heartache, passion, and love yet a chance for a brother to love again. Tory Richards has outdone herself in this romance. It is easy to root for Ryan, a soldier who has always been strong yet has a weakness for Shannon. Loved this book and definitely highly recommended for once again Tory Richards shows us she can create a story that easily comes to life.
Thanks Lena!
July 26, 2011
Contest!
Head over to Romance Junkies where I have a contest running right now. Look for it in post card #3 and good luck! 
Did I Read That Sign Right?
In an office:
TOILET OUT OF ORDER...... PLEASE USE FLOOR BELOW
In a Laundromat:
AUTOMATIC WASHING MACHINES: PLEASE REMOVE ALL YOUR CLOTHES WHEN THE LIGHT GOES OUT
In a London department store:
BARGAIN BASEMENT UPSTAIRS
In an office:
WOULD THE PERSON WHO TOOK THE STEP LADDER YESTERDAY PLEASE BRING IT BACK OR FURTHER STEPS WILL BE TAKEN
In an office:
AFTER TEA BREAK STAFF SHOULD EMPTY THE TEAPOT AND STAND UPSIDE DOWN ON THE DRAINING BOARD
Outside a secondhand shop:
WE EXCHANGE ANYTHING - BICYCLES, WASHING MACHINES, ETC. WHY NOT BRING YOUR WIFE ALONG AND GET A WONDERFUL BARGAIN?
Notice in health food shop window:
CLOSED DUE TO ILLNESS
Spotted in a safari park:
ELEPHANTS PLEASE STAY IN YOUR CAR
Seen during a conference:
FOR ANYONE WHO HAS CHILDREN AND DOESN'T KNOW IT, THERE IS A DAY CARE ON THE 1ST FLOOR
Notice in a farmer's field:
THE FARMER ALLOWS WALKERS TO CROSS THE FIELD FOR FREE, BUT THE BULL CHARGES.
On a repair shop door:
WE CAN REPAIR ANYTHING. (PLEASE KNOCK HARD ON THE DOOR - THE BELL DOESN'T WORK)
TOILET OUT OF ORDER...... PLEASE USE FLOOR BELOW
In a Laundromat:
AUTOMATIC WASHING MACHINES: PLEASE REMOVE ALL YOUR CLOTHES WHEN THE LIGHT GOES OUT
In a London department store:
BARGAIN BASEMENT UPSTAIRS
In an office:
WOULD THE PERSON WHO TOOK THE STEP LADDER YESTERDAY PLEASE BRING IT BACK OR FURTHER STEPS WILL BE TAKEN
In an office:
AFTER TEA BREAK STAFF SHOULD EMPTY THE TEAPOT AND STAND UPSIDE DOWN ON THE DRAINING BOARD
Outside a secondhand shop:
WE EXCHANGE ANYTHING - BICYCLES, WASHING MACHINES, ETC. WHY NOT BRING YOUR WIFE ALONG AND GET A WONDERFUL BARGAIN?
Notice in health food shop window:
CLOSED DUE TO ILLNESS
Spotted in a safari park:
ELEPHANTS PLEASE STAY IN YOUR CAR
Seen during a conference:
FOR ANYONE WHO HAS CHILDREN AND DOESN'T KNOW IT, THERE IS A DAY CARE ON THE 1ST FLOOR
Notice in a farmer's field:
THE FARMER ALLOWS WALKERS TO CROSS THE FIELD FOR FREE, BUT THE BULL CHARGES.
On a repair shop door:
WE CAN REPAIR ANYTHING. (PLEASE KNOCK HARD ON THE DOOR - THE BELL DOESN'T WORK)
July 25, 2011
Monday Man Candy
There's just something so damn sexy about chaps. Are you beginning to see a pattern here? It's obvious I like cowboys. What's not to like?
July 23, 2011
Hot X-Rated Excerpt
HER HANDS-ON MAN...warning, extremely explicit!
As soon as Jake closed his mouth over Ivy's, he knew there would be no turning back. Kissing her was like savoring the first mouthful of the best scotch money could buy. She had Angelina Jolie lips. Decadently full, velvety soft, sweetly wet. And even though he suspected she'd opened her mouth to protest, he used it to his advantage, slipping his tongue inside to taste and explore hers. Her resistance melted away like a drop of snow on a sunny sidewalk.
Having her so near after months of going without her turned his cock so damn hard that he groaned in pain. He thrust against her, seeking relief, knowing he wouldn't find it until he was buried inside her body. Releasing her wrists, he caressed down her soft arms to her full breasts.
Ivy whimpered and arched against him hungrily, encouraging Jake in the way he remembered. As their mouths continued to work feverishly against each other, Jake took hold of the edges of her blouse and ripped the fragile silk open.
He wasn't playing games.
He pulled back enough to take in the bounty of her beautiful breasts. Ivy had never liked wearing a bra, but she had one on today. A scanty piece of lace that was sexy as hell. Enticing cleavage and soft flesh spilled over the lace shaping them and Jake could just make out her erect brown nipples. Losing control, he lowered his head and began to kiss, lick and suck the little crowns until she was squirming wildly against him.
Ivy cried out. He recognized her sound of pleasure, knew what she wanted. The next thing Jake knew, her hands were buried in his hair and she was holding him tightly to her. When he was done with her breasts, his hands fell to her writhing hips. He held her firmly, groaning weakly, letting her movements tease the throbbing hunger of his seeking cock. Damn, it had been too long! She felt too good against him and nothing else mattered at that moment but fucking her.
I don't give a damn where we are.
Lust was riding him hard. The need to bury his cock in her tight pussy was driving him past finesse and protocol. They didn't have time for foreplay and Jake knew he'd never make it anyhow. His hands went to the edge of her short skirt. He lifted the material up her thighs until it was around her waist.
"Oh god!" Ivy twisted with a mixture of panic and need in her voice. "Jake, not here."
He was aware of her hands trying to push her skirt back down. He laughed huskily, easily overpowering her. "Anywhere, anytime, any way." He groaned with pleasure at finding the sweet treasure between her legs.
Ivy gasped sharply. "I didn't agree to anything."
"You forget that I know you, baby. The sounds of your pleasure, the way your body comes to life when I touch you. You're as horny as I am right now." He flicked his finger across the silk covering her wet mound. He felt her legs tremble with reaction.
"No, Jake…"
Jake ignored her. If she really meant no, he'd know it.
As soon as Jake closed his mouth over Ivy's, he knew there would be no turning back. Kissing her was like savoring the first mouthful of the best scotch money could buy. She had Angelina Jolie lips. Decadently full, velvety soft, sweetly wet. And even though he suspected she'd opened her mouth to protest, he used it to his advantage, slipping his tongue inside to taste and explore hers. Her resistance melted away like a drop of snow on a sunny sidewalk.
Having her so near after months of going without her turned his cock so damn hard that he groaned in pain. He thrust against her, seeking relief, knowing he wouldn't find it until he was buried inside her body. Releasing her wrists, he caressed down her soft arms to her full breasts.
Ivy whimpered and arched against him hungrily, encouraging Jake in the way he remembered. As their mouths continued to work feverishly against each other, Jake took hold of the edges of her blouse and ripped the fragile silk open.
He wasn't playing games.
He pulled back enough to take in the bounty of her beautiful breasts. Ivy had never liked wearing a bra, but she had one on today. A scanty piece of lace that was sexy as hell. Enticing cleavage and soft flesh spilled over the lace shaping them and Jake could just make out her erect brown nipples. Losing control, he lowered his head and began to kiss, lick and suck the little crowns until she was squirming wildly against him.
Ivy cried out. He recognized her sound of pleasure, knew what she wanted. The next thing Jake knew, her hands were buried in his hair and she was holding him tightly to her. When he was done with her breasts, his hands fell to her writhing hips. He held her firmly, groaning weakly, letting her movements tease the throbbing hunger of his seeking cock. Damn, it had been too long! She felt too good against him and nothing else mattered at that moment but fucking her.
I don't give a damn where we are.
Lust was riding him hard. The need to bury his cock in her tight pussy was driving him past finesse and protocol. They didn't have time for foreplay and Jake knew he'd never make it anyhow. His hands went to the edge of her short skirt. He lifted the material up her thighs until it was around her waist.
"Oh god!" Ivy twisted with a mixture of panic and need in her voice. "Jake, not here."
He was aware of her hands trying to push her skirt back down. He laughed huskily, easily overpowering her. "Anywhere, anytime, any way." He groaned with pleasure at finding the sweet treasure between her legs.
Ivy gasped sharply. "I didn't agree to anything."
"You forget that I know you, baby. The sounds of your pleasure, the way your body comes to life when I touch you. You're as horny as I am right now." He flicked his finger across the silk covering her wet mound. He felt her legs tremble with reaction.
"No, Jake…"
Jake ignored her. If she really meant no, he'd know it.
July 21, 2011
The Promise rates a 4.25 Star Review!
From
Night Owl Reviews
! Go there to read all of what the reviewer had to say.
Ms. Richards has become a favorite author of mine and the amount of story she's capable of putting into so few pages is remarkable. Add her talent for combining romance and eroticism deliciously in a story and all I want is more. Contemporary romance fans need to read this story!
Words of warning to the reader: this story will make you long for a tradition-filled family gathering for the holidays and wish it came soon.
Ms. Richards has become a favorite author of mine and the amount of story she's capable of putting into so few pages is remarkable. Add her talent for combining romance and eroticism deliciously in a story and all I want is more. Contemporary romance fans need to read this story!
Words of warning to the reader: this story will make you long for a tradition-filled family gathering for the holidays and wish it came soon.
July 20, 2011
I just had to post this. It looks so much like my soul ma...
I just had to post this. It looks so much like my soul mate when he's napping. When I see him like this I watch his chest to make sure he's still breathing.
July 19, 2011
CASSADAGA
Anyone who lives in Florida has probably heard of a small, spiritualist town called Cassadaga. It's just half an hour down the road from me and I went there for the first time on Friday. A good friend went with me. We decided we wanted to experience our first readings. The town is tiny, and has always been known for that kind of thing. As I drove down the narrow road toward the camp I noticed several houses with signs out front saying they were psychics, inviting you to stop.I continued driving to the camp, looking for the Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp Bookstore and Information Center located in the Jackson Davis building on Stevens Street. A place I'd tried to set my nextar to but Cassadaga wasn't recognized so I was left on my own. Hummm...not sure why it wasn't recognized since it's been around for 116 years.
After doing a little shopping we grabbed a bite at The Fish House in the Cassadaga
Hotel. I had fish tacos and Laura had scallops. The food was good. Thank goodness it wasn't too hot because the ceiling fans would not have been enough for either of us. If they had air we didn't feel it. When we were done we went back to the bookstore and paid for our half hour sessions with a medium that took place at Harmony Hall, circa 1897. It was an interesting experience that turned a little emotional for me when I felt certain she'd channeled into my dad's spirit. If you want to believe in that kind of thing. I did and do believe the possibility of anything until proven otherwise. And she said some things she had no way of knowing. My friend left her session feeling the complete opposite. She thought it was a waste of money.
We left shortly after that, thanks to the rain. Below is a link you might find interesting if you want to know more. It goes into more detail of the history and there are a lot of interesting photos.
http://blog.peacerivervalleyflorida.c...
