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May 12, 2014
Fancy more news from Serena’s side of the pond?
Don’t...
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Don’t worry about me spamming you, I’m far too lazy for that! ;) But it’s a chance to never miss out on another release or to hear about a freebie read, a giveaway or some other goody.
Peeping Toms of the Atmosphere
Peeping Toms of the Atmosphere
Dayum, I love the solar system. As a kid, it was the only part of Physics’ classes I could tolerate. The stars, the planets, the moons and the sheer vastness of space has had me enthralled since I sported invisible braces. And now, with the ISS and their Earth-Watching cam, I can look down at Earth as though I were above it! Woohoo. I loved learning about the solar system, but I’ll be honest and…
May 11, 2014
Fall Into… The Naughty Nookie Series
When Simone Barranquet...
Fall Into… The Naughty Nookie Series
When Simone Barranquet meets Zane Matthews on a night out with her friends, little does she know that her life is about to change.
5 copies of Mona's story UP FOR GRABS! :)
5 copies of Mona’s story UP FOR GRABS! :)
[Find, Read, Love] Romance Giveaway!
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Pollution Solution?
Considering the minimum we’re...
Considering the minimum we’re supposed to drink is around-what?-a liter and a half, I reckon this is an alternative solution but not the most practical.
May 10, 2014
Woman’s BFF
I refuse to believe that dogs aren’t just...
I refuse to believe that dogs aren’t just man’s best friend, but a woman’s, too. In fact, screw that.
May 9, 2014
Her name is Mona. She WASN’T a showgirl…
If...
If anything, Mona is as prim and proper as a Puritan!! Until she meets Zane Matthews and he corrupts her.
Cloaked in Danger
By: Jeannie Ruesch
MY REVIEW:
FOUR...
Cloaked in Danger
By: Jeannie Ruesch
MY REVIEW:
FOUR STARS
Jeannie Ruesch’s Cloaked In Danger was a natty read. It took a while for me to actually get into the story and I’ll be honest and say I gave up a few times and restarted at a later date. The first chapter or so, even though there was a ‘hook’, just didn’t grab me. But I persevered and I was glad I did.
Aria and Adam, the central characters, are unusual and not of the regular Regency hero/heroine construction. This was both good and bad. There were slips that were a little irritating. When I read a Regency book, I don’t expect to hear modern sayings or modern syntax and there was quite a few of these slips.
She needed a plan, period.
I highly doubt Regency misses thought that way. But maybe I’m too focused on the Heyer type of Regency tales?
Even though Aria is an unusual woman for the ton, she was too modern. She wasn’t independent as we class it today, still living with her father and unmarried, but he gave her freedom and it gave her guts and gumption, which came through and made her a likeable character. Still, with no experience with the opposite sex, her lusty thoughts seemed out of place. I’m not averse to erotic scenes in Regency romances, but the tone didn’t match. Again, it pushed me out of the story, but maybe I’m just being finicky. Where these Regency tales are concerned, I find these things make a story authentic, which is why I want to read them. I know not every heroine has to blush at the thought of a man’s body, but still… it just jerked me out of the scene.
Adam was rather sweet in his own way; the desire to remain unmarried until his sisters were wed is quite charming. He was protective without being irritating and in truth, I preferred him as a character to Aria.
All in all, I enjoyed the story. I liked the concept; Aria flittering about the ton’s ballrooms in search for clues as to the whereabouts of her missing Papa. But I’d have liked more background on the archaeological aspects of the story. An addition of some history or a touch of the exotic might have added a bit of spice to the intrigue, which was well written and well constructed.
A solid four stars. I’m knocking off the star for the above points. Definitely worth a read and a good time investment for whiling away a lazy Sunday :)
Blurb
Aria Whitney has little in common with the delicate ladies of London society. Her famous father made his fortune hunting archaeological treasures, and her rustic upbringing has left her ill-prepared for a life of parties and frippery. But when Gideon Whitney goes missing, Aria must embrace the unknown—armed with only the short list of highborn men who’d backed her father’s venture, she poses as a woman looking for a husband. She doesn’t intend to find one.
Adam Willoughby, Earl of Merewood, finds London’s strangest new debutante fascinating, but when he catches her investigating his family’s secrets, he threatens to ruin her reputation. He doesn’t intend to enjoy it so much.
When their lustful indiscretion is discovered, Adam finds that he regrets nothing. But now, as her father’s enemy draws near, Adam must convince his betrothed that she can trust him with her own secrets…before it’s too late.
“Cloaked in Danger is perfect for those who love a good mystery in their romance.”— Eye on Romance
“In ‘Cloaked in Danger’ Jeannie Ruesch has crafted a taut, emotional thrill-ride through the streets of Regency London. Archaeological adventure and drawing room intrigue are combined in a story that will keep you reading late into the night. Jeannie Ruesch is an author to watch.”
— RITA Award Nominated Author Elizabeth Essex
“Cloaked in Danger has all the elements readers crave— larger-than-life characters, a vivid and believable setting, heart-pounding romance and just the right amount of mystery. Don’t miss it! It kept me reading deep into the night.”
— New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Novak
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Buy Links
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Cloaked-Danger-Jeannie-Ruesch-ebook/dp/B00F93X7ZI/ref=la_B002GGAXM6_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1390804002&sr=1-3
B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cloaked-in-danger-jeannie-ruesch/1116912910?ean=9781426897849
Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/cloaked-in-danger
Author Info
Jeannie Ruesch wrote her first story at the age of the six, prompting her to give up an illustrious, hours-long ambition of becoming a Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader and declare that writing was her destiny. That journey to destiny took a few detours along the way, including a career in marketing and design.
Her first novel, a fairy-tale like historical romance, was published in 2009, but the darker side of life had always captivated her. So after a dinner conversation with friends about the best way to hide a dead body, she knew she had to find a way to incorporate suspense into her writing. (The legal outlet for her fascination.) Today, she continues writing what she loves to read - stories of history, romance and suspense. She lives in Northern California with her husband, their son and an 80 pound lapdog lab named Cooper. She can be visited at www.jeannieruesch.com or found regularly on Twitter or Facebook.
She is also the creator of the WIP Notebook, a writer’s tool to help stay organized while you write, which you can find at her website.
Author Links
http://www.twitter.com/jeannieruesch
https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJeannieRuesch
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May 7, 2014
#THECHATSFIELD: Harlequin Presents Reveal!!!
Sheikh’s Scandal by Lucy Monroe
Sheikh Sayed of Zeena Sarha and his harem of beautiful women are staying at the exclusive, opulent Chatsfield Hotel, London, for the last stop on his worldwide tour before his wedding. But when his engagement is unceremoniously broken, Sayed sets his sights on his sexy chambermaid!
Liyah Amari only took the position as chambermaid to find the truth about her birth father. But her search ends in heartache, leaving Liyah vulnerable to this powerful Sheikh’s desires. Now their one night of passion could result in a scandalous consequence for the proud Sheikh!
Welcome to The Chatsfield, London!
Playboy’s Lesson by Melanie Milburne
Lucca Chatsfield has one simple motto: no rings, no strings. Adored wherever he goes, he has yet to meet a woman who can resist him. Until he’s sent to the small principality of Preitalle and meets his greatest challenge ever….
Poised and polished, princess Charlotte does not do drama. The very last person she needs interfering in her life is this reckless playboy! Lottie is determined to resist Lucca’s seduction, but his charm is potent, and practically perfect Lottie finds herself risking everything for just one more touch….
Socialite’s Gamble by Michelle Conder
As the darling of London’s party scene, Cara Chatsfield isn’t surprised when her father’s CEO sends her to Las Vegas to host The Chatsfield’s world-famous poker tournament. And if behind the glitz and glamour there’s a girl hurt by her past? She’ll never tell.
Aidan Kelly detests women like Cara, but when his biggest rival includes Cara in the stakes, Aidan must win—and not just for her protection! But getting to know the stunning socialite, he discovers a beautiful, vulnerable young woman awoken by his own personal brand of passion!
Welcome to The Chatsfield, Las Vegas!
The Chatsfield
Harlequin, has launched The Chatsfield, a “first of its kind” digital series from Mills & Boon on 6th May.
Set in the luxury hotel “The Chatsfield”, this digital series provides an extra journey for the reader to continue engaging with the characters of a book and series beyond what is just on the page, thereby extending the life of the story.
The Chatsfield is a digital journey that blends fiction and reality and comes across multiple mediums including print (The Chatsfield Presents books), video (YouTube), digital (blogs and the main Chatsfield website) and social (twitter, Facebook).
To be a part of the digital journey, you can explore here:
The Chatsfield opened its doors on 6th May at www.thechatsfield.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechatsfield
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheChatsfield
Google+: https://plus.google.com/u/2/b/113143776951997975430/113143776951997975430/about
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/thechatsfield
Mills & Boon website: http://www.millsandboon.co.uk/thechatsfield
Laugh:
The Burnside Series by Mary Ann Rivers
Loveswept
May...
Laugh:
The Burnside Series by Mary Ann Rivers
Loveswept
May 6th, 2014
Blurb
Mary Ann Rivers continues her Burnside family series—perfect for readers of Kristan Higgins, Jill Shalvis, and Ruthie Knox—as two people try to share their hearts without losing their cool.
Dr. Sam Burnside is convinced that volunteering at an urban green-space farm in Lakefield, Ohio, is a waste of time—especially with his new health clinic about to open. He only goes to mollify his partner, suspecting she wants him to lighten up. Then Sam catches sight of Nina Paz, a woman who gives off more heat than a scorcher in July. Her easy smile and flirty, sizzling wit has him forgetting his infamous need for control.
Widowed when her husband was killed in Afghanistan, Nina has learned that life exists to take chances. As the daughter of migrant workers turned organic farmers, she’s built an exciting and successful business by valuing new opportunities and working hard to take care of her own. But when Sam pushes for a relationship that goes beyond their hotter-than-fire escapades, Nina ignores her own hard-won wisdom. She isn’t ready for a man who needs saving—even if her heart compels her to take the greatest risk of all: love.
Buy Links
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GL3RLXY?ie=UTF8&tag=randohouseinc-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=1789&creativeASIN=B00GL3RLXY
B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/laugh-mary-ann-rivers/1117366887?ean=9780804178228
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/laugh-the-burnside-series/id770285885?mt=11
Author Info
Mary Ann Rivers was an English and music major and went on to earn her MFA in creative writing, publishing poetry in journals and leading creative-writing workshops for at-risk youth. While training for her day job as a nurse practitioner, she rediscovered romance on the bedside tables of her favorite patients. Now she writes smart and emotional contemporary romance, imagining stories featuring the heroes and heroines just ahead of her in the coffee line. Mary Ann Rivers lives in the Midwest with her handsome professor husband and their imaginative school-aged son.
Connect with Mary Ann Rivers: Facebook | Twitter | Website
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