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June 7, 2011

Bite with Height by Lucy Felthouse

The lovely Lucy Felthouse has a new F/F release at Noble Romance which I just can't wait to get my teeth into.

Blurb

When Meg spots a young woman alone in the Pigalle district of Paris at night, she's intrigued. She has to know her story and find out why she looks so sad and alone. After introducing herself, Meg realizes that she and Grace have a lot in common. But when they decide to go and grab a drink together, they discover a mutual love that could bond them forever.
Excerpt
Meg was hungry. Or, to be more precise, she was thirsty. Taking her usual route down the Boulevard de Clichy, she knew she'd find something suitable to drink if she waited long enough. The Pigalle area was notorious both in Paris and further afield, known for its sleazy bars, clubs, and sex shops. Most young women traveling alone would avoid it like the plague. Not Meg. For her, it was the ideal hunting ground.
At this time, just past sunset, it was always full of people, some going about their daily life, which just happened to take the crowds through one of the city's seediest areas. Others came to stare, bug-eyed, at the voluptuous women trying to entice them into lap-dancing clubs. They giggled behind their fingers as they shuffled past shop windows advertising all manner of equipment for use in the bedroom.
Then there were stag and hen parties—groups that descended on Pigalle, spent an evening causing havoc in the bars and clubs, then left, having laughed themselves hoarse and having drunk a skinful.
Most of these people were utterly harmless. The area was an attraction, a bit of fun. For others, it was much more. Attacks on working girls were not uncommon. Or at least, they hadn't been. The crime rates had dropped dramatically since Meg had moved to the area. Nobody, much less the police, knew why. And Meg didn't intend for them to find out.
Meg thought she had a thorough measure of the area and its inhabitants, so, she was completely taken by surprise when she saw the girl. By now, Meg was much further up the boulevard, on a strip of pavement between the Moulin Rouge and the inevitable branch of Starbucks. Glancing across at the coffee house, Meg spotted her. The girl sat at a table outside, gripping a cup of something-or-other as though her life depended on it.
She was beautiful. She was also completely out of place. At this time, the majority of people were here because they wanted to be. This girl looked as though she would rather be somewhere else. Anywhere else. Wondering if the girl had been coerced into coming by a boyfriend, Meg gritted her teeth and crossed the road.
As she drew closer, she realized there was no other cup on the table, no evidence at all to suggest that the girl was there with someone else. Meg headed inside and ordered a Cappuccino with an extra shot. Caffeine always did her the world of good. It warmed the blood. Taking her beverage outside, she heaved a sigh of relief as she noted both that the girl was still there, and that the seat beside her was the only one available.
Moving toward the girl, Meg smiled and asked, "Do you mind if I sit here? Everywhere else is taken."
Momentarily startled, the girl looked at Meg and smiled shyly. "Sure, no problem. There's nobody sitting there."
"Thanks. I'm Meg, by the way," she said, extending a hand.
"Grace," the girl replied, temporarily removing a hand from her cup to shake Meg's. She put it straight back on again, but not before Meg noticed a slight tremble. The girl looked as though she was about to go back inside her own head, so Meg spoke quickly.
"So, what brings you here? I can't help but notice you're not local."
"Oh," Grace said, as if surprised that Meg was still there. "I live in Paris. I moved here with my boyfriend, but . . . ." she looked at her hands.
Suddenly, a piece of the puzzle clicked into place.
"I'm sorry," Meg replied. "I didn't mean to pry. I'm just a little lonely, I guess. Just making conversation."
"You?" Grace replied incredulously, studying Meg. "If you're struggling for company, then there's no hope for me!"
"Depends what kind of company you're looking for. Can't say there are many desirables 'round here, though!" She looked around, as though to prove her point. "Say, you want to get a proper drink?"
Meg stood, hoping Grace would follow her lead. She looked down at the girl, smiled, and held out a hand. She watched Grace's posture visibly relax, and her grin grew wider as she put down her cup and took the offered hand.

If you like the sound of this check out Lucy's website and see all her books then don't forget to nip over to Erotica For All which is her brain child.


Have a great day.
Lily x
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Published on June 07, 2011 00:38

June 6, 2011

HOT HOCKEY PLAYERS

To celebrate the release of Cross-Checked I have a whole page on my website dedicated to the delicious guys who play this fabulous sport.


Check it out and be sure to let me know what you think.
Lily x
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Published on June 06, 2011 04:51

June 1, 2011

The Promise by Tory Richards

Tory Richards hot new release 'The Promise' is now available.


Blurb
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.






Also, and not to be missed, beginning June 1st The Promise will be making ten stops on a virtual blog tour at Goddess Fish Promotions. Below is the schedule. Each blog will have a different post or interview from Tory. There's a prize involved! So be sure to hop on and leave your comments.

Here's a list of stops.
6/1/2011 Lisa Haselton's Reviews and Interviews 
6/2/2011 Realmantic Moments 
6/3/2011 Book Junkie 
6/6/2011 Delaney Diamond 
6/7/2011 Sizzling Releases 
6/8/2011 Alisha Paige6/9/2011 Cali Cheer Mom
6/10/2011 Theresa Stillwagon 
6/13/2011 Sugarbeat's Books 
6/14/2011 D. Renee Bagby Presents First Chapters 
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Published on June 01, 2011 10:11

May 30, 2011

COVER FOR SLAP SHOT

I have just approved the cover for SLAP SHOT the third book in my HOT ICE series. I am thrilled with it, the hero is Rick 'Ramrod' Lewis, the captain of the Orlando Vipers hockey team and the heroine is Dana, a feisty business woman with a past he can't resist.


Release date to be confirmed.
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Published on May 30, 2011 05:30

May 27, 2011

VOTES NEEDED!!

HIRED is up for Book of the Week over at Whipped Cream Book Reviews. 



Here is what the reviewer said, and if you  like the sound of the book based on this, or you have read Hired and enjoyed it feel free to drop by and give Logan and Brooke a VOTE 


If a deal sounds too good to be true, it usually is, but what happens if the deal is just too good to pass up? Even karmic payback won't get in the way. 
Brooke's life has never been easy. Her parents died when she was young, which led to the uprooting of her entire life. Her friend since childhood, Giselle, is now the only person Brooke can depend on. After a long overdue break-up with a boyfriend, Brooke turns to Giselle for a place to stay while she picks up the pieces of her life. Giselle's line of work has afforded her an extremely comfortable lifestyle, but Brooke longs for a more fulfilling career in nursing. Just one thing stands in the way of attaining her dream – money. So when the opportunity of a lifetime is presented, Brooke accepts under one condition – no sex. 
Logan is the star bad boy hockey player in desperate need of anger management. His reputation has earned him many loyal followers in the form of "rink bunnies" and paparazzi, but this has also lead to one too many times in the penalty box and not enough team wins. Too many career and personal foul-up's have forced the team's owner to send Logan on a retreat to get his act together. The retreat was designed to get Logan's head back in the game, yet it also gave him something completely unexpected. 
Ms. Harlem has now given me a newfound appreciation for hockey. Reading this story leaves little doubt that Ms. Harlem is a fan of the sport and now I am too! Readers should expect to be immediately drawn into the story and not allowed to leave until the last page. The dialogue and scenes flowed effortlessly. 
Having a major focus on Brooke and Logan allows the reader to really connect and experience everything with them. It made for some intense emotional reading. The intimacy scenes between Brooke and Logan are exquisitely erotic with a dominating edge that will leave the reader breathless after reading each one. 
Looking for a fantastic story with sun, sand, surf, and sizzling sex? Look no further! This new series is sure to please.
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Published on May 27, 2011 23:53

PUBLIC SEX!

Come join me at Coffee and Romance where I am nattering about sex in public!!

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Published on May 27, 2011 00:28

May 26, 2011

5 Star review for SHARED TOO

I was thrilled to find a fabulous review for SHARED TOO yesterday amongst the excitement of having two new releases.

SHARED TOO is the sequel to SHARED which received many great reviews and it is wonderful to find that Ariane, Liam and Quinn can still hit the spot!!!




SIREN BOOK REVIEWS

Reviewer: Stacey Krug

As a sequel to Shared it was interesting to see a more day to day life for the threesome in Shared Too. We get a better understanding of the three main characters Quinn, Liam, and Ariane and how they make their relationship still work.

I was very apprehensive when Eve was first introduced and felt outraged on Ariane's behalf. As a reader, I didn't want anything to mess up the relationship between Quinn, Ariane, and Liam.I had to keep reading. I had to know how Lily Harlem was going to make it all okay.

There ultimately is major disruption to the threesome. Along with a plot twist that will have you on edge. I'm not going to give away more than that or it will ruin the story. The story revolves around the disruption and how the characters deal with it together and on their own.

I will say that this is one hot, erotic story that will leave you breathless. The love scenes are sensual because Lily Harlemhas previously set up a connection to the characters giving them depth and making the reader care about them. The sex scenes are just off the chart hot and exciting.

Even though I was a little apprehensive about the direction of the story, I really liked the journey that it took me on. As the story unfolds, the adage of "if you love something set it free" becomes a mantra. I really liked the way this story was wrapped up and the adage "what doesn't kill you will make you stronger" rang true here.
Rating: Five Siren Stones - We loved this book! It was something that kept us glued to its pages, unable to put it down until it was done! The editing and layout were clean, and we loved the cover.
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Published on May 26, 2011 00:37

May 24, 2011

OUT TODAY!!!

New release from Ellora's Cave - CROSS-CHECKED
CROSS-CHECKED is the second in my HOT ICE series following on from HIRED and features sexy hockey star Brick and Olympic gold medallist Carly. Be warned its hot, hot, hot!




BLURB
Okay, I'll admit it, I have a crazy, lust-infused crush. Brick, the sexy right-winger of the Orlando Vipers, is the star of all my erotic fantasies. Just a glimpse of him has me panting. So when the chance to actually work with this hot hockey player comes along, of course I say yes!
Being a world-class athlete myself, I have a strategic plan to have him all tied up with lust and desperate for me too. The thing is, plans never go smoothly. Especially when my heart pedals right into the vulnerable game of love again—completely unprotected.
Luckily this sinfully delicious superstar is just as hooked on me—phone sex, bondage, anal sex and rude piercings abound. Despite my tactical errors, Brick catches me when I fall, holds me when I cry and pleases me when I need it most. He's hard on the outside, soft on the inside and plays one hell of determined game when it comes to finding the ultimate satisfaction.
EXCERPT
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Also out today from Xcite Books is ENCHANTED SUBMISSION. This is a very dirty fairytale featuring all your favorite childhood characters, but I promise you, you'll never look at them the same way again!





BLURB
It's the night before Cinderella's wedding and the girls are out on the town looking for some serious fun - especially Rapunzel. Tired of being a dominatrix to her wall skimming prince she's hoping to surrender control to the broodingly gorgeous, newly divorced Beast, but she mustn't forget about her naive friend Cinderella who's in desperate need of an eye opener before she gets hitched to the fast and furious Prince Charming – just as well Cinderella's eye is caught by a dashing Woodcutter more than willing to fill the gaps in her education which leaves Rapunzel to enjoy her own, more exotic kind of kink in Beast's private Turret Club room.
EXCERPTTWILIGHT STRETCHED over Belle's forest cottage blackening the whispers of smoke dancing from the chimney and gilding the thatch golden. Resident woodland creatures scampered to burrows, dens and nests and the lush carpet of wild flowers folded in petals against the ensuing darkness. But inside the kitchen, the heart of Belle's new home, the wildness, the fun, the debauchery was just revving up, getting ready to unleash in glorious, hedonistic style.Rapunzel splashed burning clear liquid into three heavy shot-glasses and one teeny, tiny thimble, raised her drink to the beamed ceiling and grinned at her three friends. 'This,' she said, 'is to Cinder's last night of freedom.' She licked salt from her knuckle, threw back her drink and sucked furiously on a segment of lemon. 'Go for it girl, because – jeez ...' She rasped her tongue against the roof of her mouth. 'That hits the spot.'Cinderella brushed invisible crumbs from the pale blue silk of her voluminous gown and clutched her overflowing glass of tequila like it was crab apple poison. She made no move to drink.Tinkerbell, standing on the kitchen work surface had no such qualms. She was tiny – the size of a pencil – but, undaunted by her thimble of burning liquid, knocked it back in one mouthful. 'Bloody brilliant,' she said gesturing for Rapunzel to top her up.'I don't think Tink should have any more,' Cinderella said, worried.'She'll be fine,' Rapunzel said.'Yeah, I've seen her drink twice her own weight.' Belle grinned as she shoved up the cream puffed sleeves of her best gown and shook salt onto her thumb. She looked steadily at her three companions with a glint in her eye that showed she meant business, then downed her shot, smacked her lips and ignored the lemon slice.'We're here to help you have fun,' Tinkerbell said as she fluttered her wings to life and flew face level with Cinderella. 'Come on, you know you want to.''I do, really I do, it's just, well, I just don't want anyone to get hurt.'Rapunzel threw her head back and laughed. 'Some people like a bit of pain, you know.' Her river of blonde locks rippled down her spine, the tips touching the dusty stone floor like thin fingers. 'Let your hair down, Cinders ... like me.'Belle and Tinkerbell downed another shot, giggled and then they all looked at Cinderella.'Come on, drink up.' Rapunzel gave a nonchalant shrug. 'Prince Charming and his stags will be up to all sorts, so why shouldn't you? Whatever happened to equality?'Cinderella set her jaw determinedly then threw back the clear drink in one go. She gasped as the burn hit her throat and spluttered into her hand. 


Rapunzel slapped her on the shoulders with a jovial laugh. 'Excellent, another two of those and we'll hit The Turret Club.' She winked at Belle. 'You're going to love it there, Cinders.'

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I hope you will check out my new releases, be sure to say hi if you drop by.
Lily x
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Published on May 24, 2011 23:12

May 23, 2011

Yummy pics to cheer up a dull day.

Its raining in the UK, the wind is blowing and its feeling very un-spring like. So to brighten up the day I've found some delicious guys for us all to have a little salivate over. Sadly clicking on the picture won't magically make them materialize at your side :-(














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Published on May 23, 2011 07:18

May 18, 2011

Contest over at Sizzling Hot Books

The lovely ladies at Sizzling Hot Book Reviews have invited me over today. I've been thoroughly grilled - in the nicest possible way - and I am giving away a copy of Mattress Music. Please drop by and say hi. If you have a question you want to ask, fire away!!






Is it possible to lose one's ability to orgasm? Nina has. Lately, her fun weekend hook-ups have been more ho-hum than hot damn! It doesn't help that she has three flatmates and is forced to play loud music to mask the sounds of her lovemaking. Talk about distracting! Of course, there's another reason Nina's less than satisfied these days…she's just having a hard time admitting it.
It's a good thing she's met Ian, then. Not content to be a weekend hook-up, Ian is set on giving Nina what she's been missing while making her admit what she needs. His talented fingers—and other body parts—are up to the task. But Ian's not admitting a few things himself. Turns out his fingers can do more than make Nina's body sing.
When she discovers his secret, it's time for both of them to face the music.
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Published on May 18, 2011 09:00