When Margo and Rourke are kidnapped by the Milanos, the two bond over their mutual circumstances. Margo thinks Rourke is as much a victim as she. Oh
When Margo and Rourke are kidnapped by the Milanos, the two bond over their mutual circumstances. Margo thinks Rourke is as much a victim as she. Oh sure, she's pretty sure he's not exactly a saint, being that he's most likely as much a mobster as the men who kidnapped them, but he at least appears to be a stand up guy. Well at least as much of a stand up guy that a mobster can be. But he soon proves her wrong when he holds her hostage at the Connelly family's compound, after they escape the Milanos. Now all Margo has to occupy her mind as she whiles away her captivity, is figuring out a way to escape, and just how much she hates her father and Rourke, and all the criminal men just like them. The kind of men who take innocents like her and drag them into their dirty lifestyle, without so much as a peep of consent.
But Margo's body is a traitorous bitch, and it wants Rourke as much as ever, and it seems to be having its way with her heart, too. Will she allow her heart to sway her head? She knows better than to ever trust the liar that Rourke really is, though, much to Rourke's dismay, his anger.
I think Margo is my favorite KB Winters heroine. She's tough as hell, seriously independent, and so damn street smart and wise. Honestly, I thought she was a million times too good for Rourke, whom I didn't like at all. I hated that she fell for a liar and a criminal, the very same kind of man as her father, the man who got her kidnapped in the first place. But the heart wants what the heart wants, so I guess I can give Rourke a pass, but only because I adored Margo so much. KB Winters never fails to bring the heat and the action in her writing, whether it's her MC series (loved the Reckless Bastards cameos in this one!), her military series, or her mafia series like this one in the Connelly Crime Family series, and As Night Falls has plenty of both, enough to satisfy any romantic suspense lovers out there.
When Mya's ex comes home, the passion between them is still there. But so are the same reasons why they broke up. Can they make it work a second time
When Mya's ex comes home, the passion between them is still there. But so are the same reasons why they broke up. Can they make it work a second time as Jackson fills in for her hurt dance partner? Will feelings get in the way of their dance competition? What about when Jackson gets the chance of a lifetime? Will he make the same choice that lost him Mya the first time, AGAIN?
I found Tango and Lace an entertaining, sexy story. I liked Mya and Jackson together, how well the opposites attract thing worked for them. There is some suspense, secrets and of course, the chemistry between Jackson and Mya is electric. I'm looking forward to more from this author.
Lark's been having seriously steamy dreams of a man ravishing her. Unfortunately, that dream lover is not her fiancé. Not in looks and certainly not i
Lark's been having seriously steamy dreams of a man ravishing her. Unfortunately, that dream lover is not her fiancé. Not in looks and certainly not in his prowess in the bedroom. But when she's called home by her brother, she meets the man she's literally been dreaming of. Will she fall headlong into him? Especially considering what a sleazebag her fiancé turned out to be.
One thing I will say about this story is that it's seriously, seriously steamy and sensual. The bedroom scenes are so sexy I almost couldn't believe them. And they were plentiful, too, too plentiful. But they're the best part of the story, aside from the dreamy Niall. He's so sweet and patient with Lark, who I must say I didn't like or connect with at all. I felt badly for her for the way her ex treated her, but I didn't like her or connect with her. Hence the 3.5 stars. Aside from her, though, the story was fast-paced and engaging.
Brando and Scarlett's journey continues in this 4th part. The physical distance between them is getting harder and harder for each to bear. Brando wo
Brando and Scarlett's journey continues in this 4th part. The physical distance between them is getting harder and harder for each to bear. Brando would never interfere in her career, but he really needs to be near his love, and she in turn, needs him near, too.
I really don't want to give spoilers, so I'll avoid a longer review like I usually write, so I'll just say that this installment of The Beautiful Years saga is romantic suspense at its best. Scarlett and Brando's love is so fierce, so strong and passionate, that it grounds the entire story line, and everyone and everything else just orbits around that love. Being that this is a Mafia saga, there's of course action, suspense, and intrigue, but through it all is their love, the love that's the heart of their relationship, the heart of this beautiful story. I've been enthralled with Brando and Scarlett and their love, and all part 4 really does is just cement the love I have for this couple. Now if only part 5 would come, NOW!
Ollie is a fiercely independent single mom just trying to do best by her 17-year-old daughter, Trinny, when her next door neighbor, Joe, somehow worm
Ollie is a fiercely independent single mom just trying to do best by her 17-year-old daughter, Trinny, when her next door neighbor, Joe, somehow worms his way into her life, courtesy of her daughter's status as his babysitter.
But perhaps it is Ollie who worms her way into Joe's life, seeing as how he was wary of involvement after having lost his wife a few years previous. Regardless, though, the two soon fall into something and Joe's protective instincts are roused when the FBI comes calling, alerting Ollie that her past has raised its head. Can Joe protect the two women who've soon come to mean so much to him?
This is another great entry in the On Call and Police and Fire: Operation Alpha worlds. I love how independent and prickly Ollie is really just hiding a soft heart that's also a fierce mother's heart. And the way she and Joe mesh their lives together feels natural, realistic and is so much fun to read. I've really loved all of Freya Barker's romantic suspense, and Covering Ollie just cements my love for her writing.
Dan knows he's going to have to see his ex, Ashton (Ash) again while he's visiting his brother and brother's boyfriend. He'd give anything to turn bac
Dan knows he's going to have to see his ex, Ashton (Ash) again while he's visiting his brother and brother's boyfriend. He'd give anything to turn back time and have made a different decision years ago when he had to leave Ash, but all he can do now is move forward and hope that Ash will at least give him a chance to explain his actions, even if he isn't willing to give him a second chance.
Ash can't believe he never realized his ex, the only man he's ever loved, is his best friend's boyfriend's brother. And he really can't believe Dan is in the same city as he is, asking for a few minutes of his time to explain why he broke his heart all those years ago. If only Ash's body (and heart) didn't still react to Dan, if only he could act as pleasant but disinterested as he wishes he were.
But Dan's determined to prove to Ash that this time he's not running, that he can at least be his friend, and will stick around. Can Ash resist Dan at his most vulnerable, at his absolute sweetest? Can Dan really stand up to the woman who made him turn his back on everyone he loved most? And can Ash's career survive when he comes out? The world of professional sports does not have a good history of being inclusive, so Ash knows not only is his heart on the line, but so is his career.
The Nature of the Game is so freakin' sweet. I adored Dan and Ash together and found their story to be not only sweet, but sexy and a little bit heart rending. I felt so badly for Dan, as he struggled to stand up to the person who had caused him to ruin his life before, and who also continued to try to control him through heinous means. Ash was a little less adorable than Dan, and he was beyond insensitive at times, so much so that I wanted to junk punch him more than once, but on the whole, I liked him, and definitely liked him with Dan. I will be on the lookout now for more from this series and more from this author.
When Aiden sees Corrie again while filming his reality show, he sees it as his second chance. Now if only Corrie wants to give him that chance...
I f
When Aiden sees Corrie again while filming his reality show, he sees it as his second chance. Now if only Corrie wants to give him that chance...
I found Unattainable fun, sweet and sexy. I love that Aiden isn't the typical manwhore rockstar, and I especially love that Corrie is independent, strong, and uninterested and unimpressed by Aiden's money, doesn't see him as a way to better her circumstances. If you're looking for a fun, sexy love story, I highly recommend you download a copy of Unattainable today.
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When Noah's father dies, it leaves his other father, Ed, in a state of grief so bad that he packs Noah up and moves to San Francisco. Once there, Ed
When Noah's father dies, it leaves his other father, Ed, in a state of grief so bad that he packs Noah up and moves to San Francisco. Once there, Ed takes on the renovation of the big house, but it's not really working for them. So Noah writes an email to the producers of a reality flipping show à la The Property Brothers, asking them to help with the house, which will in turn help Ed to sleep better.
When Jonathan shows up in San Francisco to speak to Ed and Noah about the possibility of using their home on his show, attraction blooms instantly between Ed and Jonathan. But, once the contracts are signed, the two know they can't mix business with pleasure, so must now be platonic. Uh huh...
I really could not get into Sleepless in Seattle. There's little to no character and relationship development, the chemistry between Jonathan and Ed is the only thing that keeps them together, and the bedroom scenes are weird and awkward and the vocabulary used is particularly unsexy. About the only thing I liked about this awkward, boring tale was the dog Tucker and his buddy, Noah. Too bad the story wasn't about them, then it might have been more interesting.
Michel Marcello isn't like the other men in his family. He's different. He doesn't want to be in the family business. But don't let that make you th
Michel Marcello isn't like the other men in his family. He's different. He doesn't want to be in the family business. But don't let that make you think he's soft or that he's not strong and badass like all Marcellos. That's why the Irish mob princess Gabbie is perfect for him in a Romeo and Juliet kind of way. She's feisty and sassy and smart af just like Michel. So when the two meet and fall in love, you just know there's going to be trouble.
I love Dirty Pool! There's something so readable about Bethany-Kris' Mafia stories - they're always suspenseful and passionate and I can't help but love them. But Dirty Pool is somehow different, but different in a good way. I suppose because Michel is different. He's not a made man, not in the family business, but that doesn't mean he doesn't find his way to his fair share of trouble. Mainly in the form of a little Irish princess who I just loved. She and Michel are perfect together, perfect for each other and made me fall in love with them just like the other couples in this Mafia world Bethany-Kris has created. I'm not sure if there's more coming about this Italian/Irish blend, but I certainly hope so because Dirty Pool has the one element none of the other stories I've read in this series have - a touch of sweetness and light to go with the usual suspense and steam always present. Can't wait for more Mafia love from Bethany-Kris!
Oliver's treated badly by everyone in his family with the exception of his grandma and his cousin. So when his grandma tells him he's coming to the fa
Oliver's treated badly by everyone in his family with the exception of his grandma and his cousin. So when his grandma tells him he's coming to the family reunion, he knows he has to attend, if only for her. Although he normally hates these type of things, this time he meets a hot guy who offers to teach him how to ski, so grandma just may have had the perfect idea when she made him come to reunion.
Except there's a little problem - David's never admitted to anyone he's bi, and he's really, really attracted to Oliver with his geeky vibe and his um lingerie wearing habits. Whew!
I thought this cute MM story was a sweet, lightly steamy bit of insta-love goodness. I will definitely be reading more from this author now.
When Gideon becomes seriously ill, an at-home-care nurse is hired for him, and to Gideon's manager's horror, the nurse is a very attractive younger g
When Gideon becomes seriously ill, an at-home-care nurse is hired for him, and to Gideon's manager's horror, the nurse is a very attractive younger guy. For most of his life, Gideon has bowed to his manager's wishes, but in this instance, keeping nurse Eli was something both Gideon and his brother, Milo, were adamant about. So he stayed. And changed both his own, and Gideon's, lives, all for the better.
Although I haven't read any of the other books in this series, I have read, (AND ABSOLUTELY LOVED!)Rule Breaker, from her other series, Mixed Messages, so I anticipated that I'd be getting another wonderful read, and that's exactly what I got. Gideon is a slow burn, companion to lovers love story. Gideon for much of the first part of the story, was a spoiled (but hiding his pain) douche, so it was nice to read as he emerged from that asshole shell, and into his true skin, showed his true colors as a fabulous, loving man. And Eli? Well, Eli was just about perfect from the get go - sweet but strong, and perfect for strong-willed Gideon.
If you have any interest in MM fiction, I highly recommend you download a copy of Gideon, you won't regret it!
Maya let herself take a sucker's bet, so now she's paying up by agreeing to only be with Pace. You just know that's going to cause problems between he
Maya let herself take a sucker's bet, so now she's paying up by agreeing to only be with Pace. You just know that's going to cause problems between her, Foster and Max.
I was really hoping this installment would advance the relationship she has with Max and Foster, but once again it's too short to add any growth or development to their relationship. I'm getting tired of the shortness of each installment and that nothing seems to be happening in the original threesome. Now Maya is realizing she's in love with Pace too. Seriously?! Ugh.
When Kitty wakes up to her boyfriend's manager kicking her out of Roman's home, she's devastated. Not only does Roman appear to be gone, but now he's
When Kitty wakes up to her boyfriend's manager kicking her out of Roman's home, she's devastated. Not only does Roman appear to be gone, but now he's kicking her out of his home, too? What's a poor puck bunny to do?
Well, in Kitty's case, she pleads with Roman's coach and he takes her in. And it's a good thing, because the two of them discover something neither of them had known before about each other, and suddenly, Kitty's life is looking up. Now if only Roman would come home and explain to her why he dumped her so rudely.
I liked the premise of Crossing the Line, but I just had a hard time with both Kitty and Roman. Roman because he was a self-centered douche and Kitty because she was so insecure and timid and had no self-esteem. Ugh. I mean, don't get me wrong, I felt badly for her when her story finally came out and I found out how badly her life had gone before meeting Roman, but she was just so timid that I couldn't connect with her. I guess I didn't like either of them til close to the end when both finally grew a little. So 3 stars because they finally grew some, but not more stars because they were pretty unlikable for most of the story.
Jessie and Silas are taking it slowly, Jessie not wanting to overwhelm Ruby with their relationship. Jessie's exploring her newly discovered desires,
Jessie and Silas are taking it slowly, Jessie not wanting to overwhelm Ruby with their relationship. Jessie's exploring her newly discovered desires, and Silas is along for the ride. But there's someone who will soon get in the way, and Silas allows it, to both their detriment, unfortunately.
But the real problem just may fall on Jessie's shoulders, and Silas can't seem to get past it, to the tune of not allowing Jessie to explain. Sigh...
I haven't read the first part of this series, so I was a bit lost in the beginning, but once I started reading further, it was easy to pick up on what was going on not only between Jessie and Silas, but also Salinger, Devin and Corey. Of course the story ended with a cliffhanger so now I'm about the 1-click the next installment, 1700 Grant Street.
720 Linden Street is a sexy, fun look at a developing relationship. I wasn't too thrilled with the cliffhanger or with Silas not allowing Jessie the chance to explain herself, but I have a feeling the next installment will see the two back together. At least, I hope so!
When Griffin and Juliette (Jules) take a trip to Vegas, somehow what happens in Vegas most definitely does not stay in Vegas...
Griff and Jules have be
When Griffin and Juliette (Jules) take a trip to Vegas, somehow what happens in Vegas most definitely does not stay in Vegas...
Griff and Jules have been best friends for a long time. They know the other so well and others have always wondered if they were more than friends. Well now they are way more than just friends considering they accidentally got married. But if they want to stay married, they have a lot of work to do because they've both got baggage, a lot, especially Jules, and they need to learn how to be married vs just being best friends.
I like how sensitively the author treated Jules' secret, and how they finally figured out how to be married. Staying married is not something you just naturally know - you have to work at it, and the way they worked at it was great to read. This series is always entertaining, steamy and witty, but this entry takes it a little deeper, and it's appreciated.
Ariel and Tristan have finally managed to get together. Now they just have to keep Tristan alive so they can stay together!
Dang, there were so many
Ariel and Tristan have finally managed to get together. Now they just have to keep Tristan alive so they can stay together!
Dang, there were so many twists and turns and surprises in how the conclusion to their story played out. I never in a million years suspected who the main villain was, he was slick and sneaky, that's for sure. But onto the best part - Ariel and Tristan. These two have got a royal love for the ages, and I love how intense their feelings are, how much they truly love each other. And I love that of the two, Ariel is the fierce one - the Guard to the very end. She is by far my favorite character in this ever expanding, awesome royal world the author has created. And Tristan is every bit her equal - sweet, funny, and loving and happy to be with the woman he loves, and happy to be back home with his family.
If you have been reading Ariel and Tristan's story, you will absolutely be thrilled with the conclusion. It's got it all - suspense, intrigue, action, and more than its fair share of passion and heart. And that little tease of Zia's story with whoever the ungrateful but sexy Gray Eyes is, whew! Can't wait for more royals!
When Nona and Trick have the best night of her life, she can't help but think things are looking up. But Trick soon dashes that hope when soon after,
When Nona and Trick have the best night of her life, she can't help but think things are looking up. But Trick soon dashes that hope when soon after, he tells her "he's sorry" and it shouldn't have happened. Uh oh...
Once Trick takes his head out of his ass and realizes what he had thrown away, he makes it his mission to get Nona to give him a second chance. But, she's already been burned by him once, and she's not looking to get burned again. Will the two ever get on the same page? Will she realize just how well the two could fit into each other's lives? The love they could share?
I've been loving the Hope Valley series! And The Best of Me is the best one yet. Nona and Trick are such amazing characters, both individually and as a fabulous couple. I love how sweet they are together, and that chemistry of theirs is absolute fire! Now if Gypsy and Marco's story is coming up next, I'll be a happy camper!
ARC via Love Affair With Fiction for an honest review.
Aspen's back in her hometown after divorcing her douchey husband of 14 years. She's brought her teenage son, Topher, along, and is looking to just l
Aspen's back in her hometown after divorcing her douchey husband of 14 years. She's brought her teenage son, Topher, along, and is looking to just live her life, coaching the local football team, and finally being free of all the abuse her ex put her through. Then she meets a sexy-voiced stranger at the local bar, and suddenly her life is looking a little more interesting. Until he turns her down after she drunkenly face plants into his um lap. And when she shows up at practice the next day, and guess who her new assistant coach is? Yep, said rejector. Only he's not just the man from the night before, he's football god, Superbowl MVP many times over, Dominic DaSilva. AND her son has just scratched the crap out of Dominic's truck because he's a typical teenager with less than stellar driving skills. Oops!
I cannot tell you how much I loved Kiss Me Tonight!! It's fun and witty, super sexy, and above all, Aspen and Dominic are fire together. There's so much tension oozing out of every word, every sarcastic little barb they throw out of each other. And the way they fell in love, truly seeing and loving each other for who the other really is, seriously, it's the very best kind of love story. The very best stories, romance or otherwise, have characters with substance, characters the reader can relate and connect to, whether the reader ends up liking them or not, and Aspen and Dominic and the secondary cast are all superb characters with depth, with layers. I loved reading their story and can only wish that Maria Luis will bring them back for more fun and love.
ARC via Wildfire Marketing Solutions for an honest review.
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