Showing posts with label box set. Show all posts
Showing posts with label box set. Show all posts

Monday, May 23, 2022

Book Release Blast for Grimm Wolves MC (Books 1-4) Box Set by DM Earl (REVIEW)…….

 See where it all began with the sexy and suspenseful first four books in the Grimm Wolves MC series!  Learn about the painful pasts of these men who now live on the edge of the law while making things right along the way.  See them fall in love, end fall in love with them in return, while waiting for the next unforgettable addition to this raw and gritty world.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of the Grimm Wolves MC (Books 1-4) Box Set by DM Earl, along with my impressions of it, then add it to your bookshelf!

Take a ride with D.M. Earl and her Grimm Wolves MC. Start with this box set which includes Books One through Four.
Members-Prospects-Their stories show that family is not always the one you’re born in.
‘Live and let live—ride ‘til ya die—brothers not of blood but of the club.’
Meet the Grimm Wolves MC and see why you shouldn’t always judge a book by its cover.
“Behemoth”
How does a man live two lives? One with honor as a firefighter and the other questionable as a Nomad in a Motorcycle Club. Add into the already confusing mix an unbelievable skill set that allows him the uncanny ability to absorb other’s thoughts and emotions. Francis M Stein aka Stitch is surviving the best he can with the hand he has been dealt. He has found an extended family in his brothers in both his firehouse and MC.
“Bottom of the Chains-Prospect”
My life has sucked for as far back as I can remember. My folks didn’t want me, so I was thrown into foster care. Let me just say lots of fun. NOT. Then one day, my life took a dramatic change. My circumstances improved greatly. I met The Grimm Wolves MC, and they took me under their wing. I became not only a prospect but also part of their brotherhood.
“Santa…Nope The Grimm Wolves”
What happens when your past pounds on your door and you lose the little control you have over your own life? Cesar ‘Beast’ Ironhorse struggles with which road to take when a new threat storms into his life. As he is blackmailed, he needs to find a way out not only for himself, but also for his family, who he has sworn to protect. As luck would have it his well-intended play goes to crap, so Beast involves his brothers from his club the Grimm Wolves MC.
“Keeping Secrets-Prospect”

An honorable man: soldier, lover, father, and friend. How did this happen? When did the lies begin? How can one man be expected to keep them all straight, even knowing the consequences deep down to his soul if he doesn’t? Lenny ‘Iron’ Fensley realizes each day is truly a gift in his world. Not only is his life but also the lives of the two most important people in the world, his baby girl and the woman he loves, are in constant danger? A danger he never saw coming when he was doing his duty serving his country.


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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

After reading the emotionally intense fifth book in this series (which has now left me breathlessly waiting for the second half of the book) I knew I had to go back to get greater insight into the Grimm Wolves MC.  From the very first book (which is a bit rough around the edges) you'll find yourself captivated by the writing and completely invested in the complex characters who aren't all good but aren't the bad guys either.

Behemoth is an intriguing start to a series that just gets stronger as it goes along.  With a hint of the paranormal, and only a small taste of the MC life, this book still pulls you in courtesy of the steamy romance between the psychic Francis and mama bear Grace.

Bottom of the Chains is a novella, a quick read that touches on events in the previous book.  Bullet is a man clearly struggling under the weight of a painful past, a past that is taking his Club towards danger, a past that he's just starting to discover the truth about. When readers meet him he's feeling lost and thinks himself unlovable.  With his introduction to the feisty heroine Clementine, and with the unwavering support of his Club though, he'll hopefully find his HEA....if he can indeed survive his past.

Santa…Nope The Grimm Wolves is a festive thrill ride that kept me glued to the pages while rooting for Beast every step of the way.  Beast is a man devoted to his wife Cathy and son Rider.  Thus far he's lived his life one step ahead of his dangerous past, but when he's blackmailed he can run no longer.  With everything starting to fall apart he finally goes to his Club and they show why they're a family by going above and beyond to help him keep his wife and child safe.  There's a lot of heart and soul in this book as the brothers all come together to help Beast, sharing their painful pasts in a story that pulled at my heartstrings.  Cathy was a wonderful heroine, someone who told it like it was in numerous laugh out loud exchanges.  Add in little Rider and you have an endearing family you hope gets just what they want for Christmas.

Keeping Secrets is a great conclusion to the collection and another gritty and gripping addition to the series.  It's a perfect segue into book five and will have you on edge while reading this book and while waiting for the next.  This is a raw and intensely emotional story that shows the damage that secrets can do.  And, oh my...the secrets surrounding both Iron and Chains are implosive!  Their secrets are in fact intertwined which has Chains stepping in to help Iron finally leave his past behind so he can make a HEA with his wife Joy and baby girl Emery.  Chains doesn't come out unscathed though as his secrets really come back to harm him, and those he's loved in secret, in the next book which is alluded to in this installment.

On a whole this is a compelling series.  It might've started out a bit bumpy, a bit choppy, but it's really come into its own.  The storyline is complex, gritty, not shying away from the darkness in people's hearts and lives to make for edge of your seat suspense.  The romance is erotically-charged, and with Chains, we get a triad relationship as well as m/f involving the other couples.  There's sweetness, sensuality, and above all there's heart...as these tough guys are willing to show their vulnerabilities in order to win the hearts of those they love.  It's an enticing thrill ride that I definitely recommend and a well-crafted addition to the genre!

My rating for this is an A.

*I got this book from the author for review in exchange for my honest opinion.

AUTHOR INFO:

D.M. Earl is a U.S.A. Today Bestselling Author who spins stories about real life situations with characters that are authentic, genuine, and sincere. Each of her stories allow the characters to come to life with each turn of the page while they try to find their HEA through much drama and angst. D.M. finds ideas for her next story from within those around her and what she experiences in daily life. Each book has a part of her left behind in it. She lives in Northwest Indiana married to her best friend who was instrumental in the start of her writing career in 2014. When not writing D.M. loves to read, play with her seven fur-babies (yeah crazy) and ride her Harley Dyna Lowrider.
“Enjoy this Ride we call Life.” Remember we only get one chance.

Monday, August 30, 2021

Book Release Blitz for The Serpents MC Las Vegas Box Set by Barbara Nolan (GIVEAWAY) .….

 Fans of MC romances rejoice as three steamy stories set in the exhilarating world of MCs come together in one steamy set!  So get ready for The Serpents MC Las Vegas Box Set by Barbara Nolan and add it to your bookshelf now!


From the sizzling streets of South Beach to the temptation of the Sin City Strip, take a wild ride BEYOND REDEMPTION with Joker, an outlaw biker set on revenge, and Daisy, a conwoman seeking absolution as they pair up to outsmart a vicious club president and a dangerous drug cartel.
Then, as Joker tries to put his past behind him, an unavoidable showdown threatens to shatter his future as Daisy questions everything. Soon the couple’s life flies out of control on the razor-thin edge dividing what they want from what they need, leaving both wondering if they can be REDEEMED.
And just when Joker and Daisy think they have it all, their life flips sideways. Joker can’t decide if anything he believes is true, while Daisy and the couple’s unborn child are put at risk. Who can they trust? Are the Serpents MC the reason their dreams have imploded, or is the club their only shot at true REDEMPTION?
This box set contains each installment of Joker and Daisy's story from the fan-favorite Serpents MC Las Vegas Series. Each book is a steamy bad boy biker romance with lots of heat and a guaranteed HEA!

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AUTHOR INFO:

Amazon Bestselling Author Barbara Nolan loves her emotional, passionate alpha males and the women who tame them. Her writing is sexy, spicy and seductive, and her goal is to have fun while taking the reader away from their world and into hers.
She is proud of this second act in her life and loves meeting and getting to know her readers, fans, and all the wonderful people in the writing community.
Her passion for reading and words make this a journey of love.
She considers reading a luxury and writing a necessity.


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PRIZE IS 1 OF 3 SIGNED PAPERBACK COPIES OF THIS COLLECTION (SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR & COVER MODEL).  VISIT here FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN.  GIVEAWAY IS OPEN TO US READERS AND ENDS AT 11:59 PM CST ON 8/31/21.

Monday, August 16, 2021

Book Teaser Reveal for The Serpents MC Las Vegas Box Set by Barbara Nolan.….

 Fans of MC romances rejoice as three steamy stories set in the exhilarating world of MCs come together in one steamy set!  So get ready for The Serpents MC Las Vegas Box Set and start counting down the days until Barbara Nolan's collection hits shelves on August 30th!


From the sizzling streets of South Beach to the temptation of the Sin City Strip, take a wild ride BEYOND REDEMPTION with Joker, an outlaw biker set on revenge, and Daisy, a conwoman seeking absolution as they pair up to outsmart a vicious club president and a dangerous drug cartel.
Then, as Joker tries to put his past behind him, an unavoidable showdown threatens to shatter his future as Daisy questions everything. Soon the couple’s life flies out of control on the razor-thin edge dividing what they want from what they need, leaving both wondering if they can be REDEEMED.
And just when Joker and Daisy think they have it all, their life flips sideways. Joker can’t decide if anything he believes is true, while Daisy and the couple’s unborn child are put at risk. Who can they trust? Are the Serpents MC the reason their dreams have imploded, or is the club their only shot at true REDEMPTION?
This box set contains each installment of Joker and Daisy's story from the fan-favorite Serpents MC Las Vegas Series. Each book is a steamy bad boy biker romance with lots of heat and a guaranteed HEA!


PRE-ORDER here.


AUTHOR INFO:

Amazon Bestselling Author Barbara Nolan loves her emotional, passionate alpha males and the women who tame them. Her writing is sexy, spicy and seductive, and her goal is to have fun while taking the reader away from their world and into hers.
She is proud of this second act in her life and loves meeting and getting to know her readers, fans, and all the wonderful people in the writing community.
Her passion for reading and words make this a journey of love.
She considers reading a luxury and writing a necessity.

Sunday, May 2, 2021

Book Tour for the Unplugged Box Set by Sigal Ehrlich (Review & GIVEAWAY)....


A small town girl finds herself nanny to the son of a rockstar in this forbidden romance of choosing between what your heart and what your mind wants.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of the Unplugged Box Set by Sigal Ehrlich, along with getting my impressions of this duet, then add it to your bookshelf.  In honor of this contemporary rockstar romance fill out the form below for the chance to win 1 of 6 e-copies of the Unplugged Box Set along with a $15 Amazon GC!
 
UNPLUGGED I
When Ivi boards a plane for L.A. to take a temporary nanny job, she tells herself it’s just a short diversion. Just a few months watching some celebrity’s kid, a short stop before her journey to follow her dream. Little does she know, it would bring on such a shift in the balance of her world. Would bring...
Him. Bring...Them
Both.
Into her life.
Tyler Lee Adams, a rock n’ roll legend, is used to getting what he wants, whenever he wants it. Including women. Living a celebrity life few dream of, he’s never known a desire that can’t be fulfilled. But sometimes, even rock stars can’t have it all. He soon discovers fortune and fame can’t solve all matters of the heart when the universe brings...
Her. Brings...Them. Both.
Into his life.

UNPLUGGED II
As Ivi boards a plane to L.A. to return to her rock star boyfriend Tyler Lee Adams, she’s filled with anticipation...and hesitation.
Their unexpected romance leaves her breathless...but is it too good to be true? Can a rock n’ roll legend and a small-town girl make it work for the long haul?
Tyler Lee Adams’s world has been transformed since Ivi came into his life. The many months spent on the road, the numerous parties, the countless women – they’re all in his rear view mirror. Learning to be a parent and maintaining a monogamous relationship is all that matters now.
But when Tyler’s fame threatens their bliss and Ivi’s longing for home pulls her away, will love be enough for their relationship to survive?

EXCERPT FROM BOOK 1:

“Hey, Ivi, wait up.” Trying to disregard The Feeling in my belly, I turn around.
Watching Tyler Lee close the distance between us in a V-neck Henley, layered with a white tee, worn jeans, and combat boots, I take a step back till I come in contact with the doorframe.
“Everything okay?” he asks a step away, tucking a loose strand behind his ear.
My brows slightly furrow. “Um, yeah. I’m just going to sleep. It’s late, and I wake up early with Jeremy.”
He nods, doing his unnerving, intense gaze thing. He lightly scratches his trimmed beard. “Dante upset you?”
“Oh, that.” Why does my voice sound so breathy? “He has very unique pick-up lines.” At unease with the whole having Tyler Lee near, I mumble, “Not that I think he tried to hit on me. That would be incredibly presumptuous of me. It’s just, his way with words is...”
“Why wouldn’t he try to hit on you?”
I gape at him, not sure what to answer. Instead, I say, “I think I handled it myself just fine. It’s okay, really.”
A low chuckle rolls out of his lips, firing up whatever is happening in my stomach. “Oh, that I saw.”
I lightly smile, finally having the strength to look him directly in the eyes. For a few beats, we stand in silence with our eyes locked.
“You got a...” His voice comes out mildly raspy. And as if in slow motion, his hand lifts up to my face. The pad of his finger touches my cheekbone. I can hardly breathe. His finger on my skin, his body about to fill my personal space.
He brings his finger close to my lips. “Make a wish.”
I blow on the eyelash resting on his long finger, my heart thrumming in my ears. “What did you wish for?”
Through the frenzied, unanticipated sensations taking over me, I manage to utter, “That would be telling.” To be honest, even if he insisted on knowing, I wouldn’t know the answer for my brain is a mash of heartbeats, lips, gazes, and proximity. Incredibly unnerving, wonderful proximity.
When his lips tip at the side, a light smile stretches mine. A little wrinkle forms between his brows when his eyes fall to my smiling lips.
He slightly leans in. His finger comes back to my face, only this time to gently brush my upper lip. My smile, together with my breath, disappears. With his finger still hovering over my lip, he says in a low voice, “Your lip, it curves so deeply when you smile.”
Involuntarily, my lips gap. It feels like butterflies are dancing pogo in my stomach.
His frown deepens, and his finger keeps caressing my lips when his face slowly dips closer. It feels like my heart is trying to fight its way out of my chest.
Tyler Lee Adams is about to kiss me.
I feel like crying but in a good way. A heartbeat and his lips near mine. Our breaths mix. His scent baths me. The warm air traveling from his mouth to mine brings in a heady lungful of seduction, man, and alcohol. His nearness—what’s happening—is too much.
I expel a shaky breath, sobering us both up. As though shaking out of a trance, we both jerk back. For a confusing stretch, we stare at each other. And then he leaves. No words. No backward glance. He walks away.

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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

As a fan of rockstar romances I've read many releases from a variety of authors.  Though this is my first time reading a story from Sigal Ehrlich, it definitely won't be my last.  From its likable characters, to the slow-burn forbidden romance between a famous rockstar and a small town nanny, readers will find this an entertaining story that easily pulls you into the rockstar world.  Much about the romance between Ivi and Tyler feels familiar, but that doesn't make it any less enjoyable as these two people have to work hard to overcome their different backgrounds while finding time to care for the young and charming Jeremy.  It's a bumpy road for these two, a juggling of what the heart wants and what's best for those you love.  The more time Ivi and Tyler interact, the more sizzling their connection becomes and the more I cheer for them to reach their HEA.

Ivi doesn't know what to expect when she becomes nanny to the son of a famous rockstar, but she's only  caretaking for a few months before moving on to the job of her dreams...so it won't be too bad.  Little does she know the profound affect her new job will have on her as her heart quickly becomes entangled with both father and son.  When readers first meet Ivi they see someone young and somewhat naive to the ways of the world.  She has a big heart though and a desire to help others, focusing on the mission work that will start in a few months.  Things become much less clear though once she meets Tyler and Jeremy, once she starts to care for both of them.  She and Jeremy are a sweet sight to see as she encourages him to be the little boy his age reveals instead of the mini-adult he's been acting like.  The sparks fly once she and Tyler meet, with her protection of Jeremy being the impetus to their burgeoning romance. She's drawn to Tyler and through their continuing interactions she discovers the down-to-earth man behind the playboy facade in a slow-burn teeming with sexual tension. From the very start, through each turn of the page, Ivi is the kind of heroine you can't help but like.  She's a truly good person, one who knows what she wants, and goes after it in a world she's desperately trying to navigate while juggling the desires of her heart and mind when it comes to Jeremy and Tyler.

In many ways Tyler is the proverbial rockstar playboy, a man who enjoys all the feminine attention along with the glitz of the rockstar world.  He's a bit arrogant early on, someone used to getting everything he wants.  The more readers get to know him though, the more likable he becomes.  Never being in a relationship before, he jumps into this one with a bit of trepidation while revealing a backstory that's a bit sad.  He's clearly a great dad, and much of the story revolves around Tyler getting to know his son better, which warmed my heart and endeared him to me all the more.  Tyler might not be a perfect hero, but he's willing to work hard to get there, and it made for a sensual journey full of push/pull.

The first book of this duet ends with a pseudo-cliffhanger, one readers have seen before as his rockstar lifestyle is a roadblock to his and Ivi's HEA.  The second book picks up right where the first one ends and is a slow-burn romance, one that saw them juggling lives in front of the camera to life behind the fame.  It's a frustrating journey at times as things could've been wrapped up much sooner, but despite that I was still cheering by the turn of the final page.  Along with this appealing main couple was a cast of secondary characters that were an utter delight.  Among those secondary characters is Jeremy, a little boy wise beyond his years.  His reciting of facts showed a smart young man that had me wanting to hug him for wanting to make his dad proud.  His factoids were also sometimes funny which made me chuckle a time or two.  I was also drawn to Tyler's bandmates, the playful and brotherly bonds between them, and I hope to see them take center stage themselves in the future!  Even though this was a familiar romance it was a satisfying addition to the genre that fans of rockstar romances will want to read...while waiting for what this author has planned next!

My rating for this is a B+

*I got this book from the author for review in exchange for my honest opinion.


AUTHOR INFO:

Sigal Ehrlich is a bestselling author of refreshing, fun, and sweet romance books. She loves books, cold weather, and the occasional bubbly drink. Living as an expat for most of her life, Sigal has been lucky enough to visit many exotic places and meet some unique people from all corners of the world, while experiencing the sweet triumphs and travails of trying to acclimate to new "homes." Currently, Sigal calls the Czech Republic home where she lives with her husband and three kids.


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Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Book Blitz for Love in the City Box Set (GIVEAWAY).....


Readers looking for a collection of stories to captivate you with delightful characters, compelling action, and fun and flirty romances will be drawn to these thirteen stories from some of today's best authors.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Love in the City: Limited Edition Romantic Comedy Box Set, then add it to your bookshelf.  In honor of this collection of unforgettable stories make sure to fill out the form below for the chance to win 2-$25 Amazon GCs too!

Get ready for thirteen heart pounding and laugh out loud rom-coms from thirteen bestselling and award winning authors, including Amazon chart toppers and USA Today bestsellers. Filled with mystery, second chances, soulmates, brother’s best friends, bad boys, nobility, and the cute guy in the cubicle next to you, these stories will captivate you and leave you wishing for more.
Download this limited edition box set while you can and indulge in these sweet and sexy leading men and strong and beautiful heroines while they fall in love in cities around the world.
Featuring:
Sariah Wilson – All’s Fair in Love and War
Becky Monson -The Love Potion
EXCERPT:
It’s going to be a great day.
I believe this. I’m just having a bad moment. That’s all. One moment will not speak for an entire day.
“What’s that smell?” my coworker Josh asks as soon as he sees me. He’s sitting in his black, ergonomic work chair, leaning back, the cuffs of his pin-striped button-up dress shirt pulling taut as he folds his arms.
My heart is hammering in my head, my face feels flushed—even with the cool Phoenix morning—I’m sweating, my bangs are glued to my forehead with perspiration and my glasses are sliding down my nose. It could be this big chunky sweater I’m wearing. I grabbed it to put over my favorite navy dress with the white polka dots.
Not even my favorite clothing item can save me from my current...predicament.
But it’s fine. It’s going to be fine. I push my large, blue-framed glasses up my nose—the ones my best friend Hazel calls “nerdy-cute”—and set my shoulders straight. Everything is all right. Good, even.
“Seriously, Ally, what is that?” Josh’s face is now scrunched, his light-brown eyes squinting. His extra thick brown hair styled in what can only be called a modern mullet. It’s tall and sort of unruly in the front, and the back is halfway down his neck, the ends curling just behind his ears. It’s the kind of hair that women would want to run their fingers through. I have, actually—I couldn’t help myself.
Josh Wise—never wrong, always wise. That’s how he introduced himself to me when I first started working with him. We were instant friends and not just the work kind. We spend plenty of nonworking time together, too. He’s part of my inner circle now, one of my favorite people.
“Is it bad?” I ask as I sit down in my chair at our shared workspace, the long, double-wide table where my team sits. I open the bottom drawer of the filing cabinet just under my space, putting my purse inside and shutting it with my red patent leather heel–clad foot. I wrap a hand around my long, dark-brown hair and pull it away from my neck, letting the cool air of the office hit it.
Josh crinkles his nose. “I mean...it’s not the worst thing I’ve smelled.” He waves his hand in front of his face, as if to ward off the offensive stink.
Jennifer Peel – Love the One You’re With
EXCERPT:
“You punched in the wrong code,” I whispered, a bit on edge. I mean, it wasn’t like I was getting ready to sneak into the home of one of the most recognizable women in the country right now. Okay, that was exactly what I was doing.
“Don’t get your panties in a wad, darlin’.” Dallas tried the code again to get into Vivian’s gated community. He had the fanciest car of anyone I knew—a Range Rover. And he was more than willing to help in the heist. Not only was he a troublemaker, but he was willing to do anything in the hope that Jake would move out of his place. I’d warned Dallas this was no guarantee that Jake and I were getting back together. In fact, I hadn’t even told Jake about the video yet. I thought maybe I should get the picture back first and then we should talk face-to-face.
“Don’t fuss at him,” Abs scolded me. “You’ll only make him nervous.”
I rolled my eyes. She was sitting in the front with Dallas, and the two had been flirting nonstop on the drive over here.
Dallas flashed Abs a devilish grin. “I’m excellent under pressure,” he drawled.
Even in the dark, I could see Abs blush. “Is that so? Would you like to prove that to me?”
Oh. My. Hello Kitty. I’d started saying that instead of hell when Maribelle was younger because there was nothing like your six-year-old telling your pastor that he gave a hell of a sermon. “Y’all, we are kind of in the middle of something important here. Can we push pause on theflirtation button?”
“I like the sound of pushing buttons,” Dallas said seductively. “Just tell me where.”
Abs giggled.
I threw up my hands and fell back against the seat. “I can’t deal with you two.”
Dallas turned around and pursed his lips together. “Now, darlin’, don’t go acting like someone licked the red off your candy. I got this under control.” Without looking, he reached out of the car window and punched in the code X had given me. The large wrought iron gate began to swing in, allowing us access to one of the glitziest neighborhoods in Nashville—Forest Hills.
“See, darlin’, I got this.”
I blew out a deep breath. I was glad someone had this under control. I didn’t know why I was doing this. If I wanted to, I could have had the picture reprinted and bought a new frame for Jake. It was just that something about Vivian got under my skin. The way she and the show’s producers manipulated those videos was wrong. They were intentionally hurting people’s lives. The lives I cared most about in the world—Maribelle’s and Jake’s. Even if Jake could be insensitive, I still loved the man. He was my first love, my only love.
Kirsty Greenwood – Love Will Save the Day
Whitney Dineen – Love for Sale
EXCERPT:
Even though I don’t devour Hollywood news like a sycophant starlet, I still know who Jonathan Silver is. He’s the head of Ravenswood Films, the movie studio that’s been churning out a crazy-long streak of award-winning films.
“Why does Jonathan Silver want to work with you?” Lucy demands. “And what in the world does he mean by, ‘ready to buy love?’ Are you a madame in disguise?” She sneers the last question in such a way as to suggest that’s the only way someone like Jonathan would choose to work with me.
No one in the office, except for Sky, knows about my talent for matching people to the house that will lead them to true love. It’s not something I advertise and my whole client base comes from word of mouth. One happy customer tells a friend, who tells her sister, and so on. Which leads me to believe that somebody in my Rolodex must know Jonathan Silver.
I smile at Lucy as sincerely as I can before answering, “I have no idea what he meant. I guess I should give him a call and find out.”
The throng around my desk eventually begins to disperse when they realize I’m not going to do that in front of them. The only person who doesn’t leave is my boss, Frederic. The smile on his face radiates nothing short of greed. I assume he’s salivating over the commission we’ll get from whatever house Jonathan buys.
He confirms my suspicions when he says, “Don’t sell him anything under twenty mil. I have four listings right now that you can choose from.”
“Frederic, Jonathan will make up his own mind about which house he wants. I’ll offer to show him your properties, but I can’t guarantee he’ll go for any of them.”
My boss shakes his bald head at me. Frederic looks like a villain from a Masterpiece Theatre show that takes place in Victorian London. He’s short, bald, has a pencil-thin mustache he actually waxes, and his eyes are too close together. If I didn’t know better, I’d think he had a rap sheet a mile long for offenses that include, but aren’t limited to, tying women to train tracks.
“I’m not kidding, Emily. I want you to sell him one of my listings.”
“I’m not kidding either, Frederic. I’ll do my best, but I make no promises.” My boss tolerates my non-deferential attitude, which is good because there’s no way I could fawn all over him like the other girls do. Chris Hemsworth, he’s not.
After Frederic stomps away, Sky scurries over and mouths, “OMG!” Then she leans in and whispers, “Let’s get out of here so we can talk.”
Aven Ellis – Love, the Viscount, & Me
Shari L. Tapscott – Little Lost Love Letter
Lucy McConnell – Love: Going Up?
Kate O’Keeffe – A Very English Love Story
Erin Huss – Love, Lies, and Limo Rides
Melissa Baldwin – Thanks for the Love
Stephanie Fowers – Love at the Masquerade
Kathryn R. Biel – Vision of Love


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Friday, June 21, 2019

Book Sale on The Tempted Series by Janine Infante Bosco

Janine Infante Bosco’s Satan’s Knights MC, with an unforgettable series of books that held me captive, returns in this collection that’s priced just right!  The gritty and emotionally intense lives of these compelling characters are tales that you don’t want to miss out on, and with the sale price of 99 cents, you have no excuse not to add The Tempted Series to your bookshelf!

Set on the streets of Brooklyn, New York, the Tempted Series is a compilation of six steamy standalone novels that will leave you breathless and wishing for more. Saddle up and get ready to ride as the men of the Pastore crime family join forces with the Satan's Knights MC. In between navigating the danger that darkens the beloved streets they call their own, each man finds a strong woman to love and carry him through the darkness.
You'll laugh.
You'll fall in love.
You'll cry.
You'll scream.
You'll probably curse too.
But more importantly, you will become part of this unconventional family.
You will become Property of Parrish.
The Collection Includes:
Illicit Temptations
Forbidden Temptations
Uncontrollable Temptations
Reckless Temptations
Lethal Temptations
Eternal Temptation
Plus, newly released chapters, catching you up to speed with some of your couples who fought tooth and nail for their happy endings.
Also included are snippets of holidays with the Satan's Knights MC and a sneak peek of "Drifter"--the first book in the Nomad Series, a spinoff of this collection.
Now, I have one last question... Are you tempted?


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AUTHOR INFO:

Janine Infante Bosco lives in New York City, she has always loved reading and writing. When she was thirteen, she began to write her own stories and her passion for writing took off as the years went on. At eighteen, she even wrote a full screenplay with dreams of one day becoming a member of the Screen Actors Guild.
Janine writes emotionally charged novels with an emphasis on family bonds, strong willed female characters, and alpha male men who will do anything for the women they love.  She loves to interact with fans and fellow avid romance readers like herself.
She is proud of her success as an author and the friendships she's made in the book community but her greatest accomplishment to date would be her two sons Joseph and Paul.

Friday, May 17, 2019

Spotlight on Escape to Indigo Bay Boxed Set (FREEBIE & GIVEAWAY)


Small town romance is on vivid display in this boxed set that’s currently free.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of the Escape to Indigo Bay collection of four romances from some of today’s favorite authors that will provide a bit of afternoon delight as readers soak up some sun.  In honor of this collection of sweet and sentimental stories make sure to fill out the form below for the chance to win a beach-themed prize pack of six print books, a tote bag, taffy, and a jar of seashells too!

Love is always in the air when you visit Indigo Bay.
Get swept away by the magic of this beachside small town. Grab a sweet tea from Caroline's Cafe and take a stroll to the Chocolate Emporium for a quick treat. Then warm your toes in the sand and indulge in a happily ever after—or four!
From NYT bestselling author Jean Oram: Sweet Matchmaker
When Ginger says yes to a marriage of convenience to help keep Logan, the father of a special-needs child, in the country she figures it’ll also get her matchmaking grandmother off her back. But as inconvenient feelings develop for her new, handsome husband, she discovers he's also an undercover secret agent. When his mission ends, what will it mean for their marriage… and her heart?
From author Jeanette Lewis: Sweet Illusions
After escaping a cult, Eva Malone longs for the anonymity and peace of a small town. When she meets a local police officer, sparks fly. Eva keeps her past a secret, but Ben wants to know more about the mysterious woman capturing his heart. Will the secrets he uncovers lead to a happy ending or...heartbreak?
From USA Today bestselling author Stacy Claflin: Sweet Reunion
Maggie’s determined to stay single, but her meddling aunt wants her married. When, despite her intentions, Maggie falls for the notorious bad boy Canyon, Aunt Lucille doesn't think he's good enough for her, so she vows to keep them apart. Will Maggie continue to open her heart to love despite the many obstacles, or will the single life prove to be her best option?
From USA Today bestselling author Melissa McClone: Sweet Holiday Wishes.
Saving his marriage is at the top of Mitch's Christmas list. Will a romantic holiday vacation be his and Lizzy's second chance at a happily ever after or will it lead to a final goodbye?
Carve out some me-time and savor these four feel-good beach reads. The town of Indigo Bay is the perfect place to indulge in your next reading escape. Don't miss out on this limited edition collection.
EXCERPTS:








from Sweet Holiday Wishes by Melissa McClone...
“You cannot kidnap Lizzy, dude. That would be a huge mistake. Not to mention illegal.”
“What are you talking about, Dare?” U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Mitchell, aka Mitch, Hamilton sat in his car across the street from an apartment building. He appreciated his team leader Sergeant Darragh O’Rourke’s early morning phone call, but the guy had it all wrong.
“I’m surprising my wife with a trip to Indigo Bay for Christmas,” Mitch explained. “That’s not kidnapping.”
“It is if she doesn’t want to go.”
“She’ll want to go.” The words, however, rang hollow.
Once upon a time, Mitch would have been certain Lizzy would say yes to a surprise getaway on the South Carolina coast. Now, not so much. He hated how the truth gnawed at him.
Rangers lead the way!
Mitch hoped he got the chance.
“What’s your plan B if she says no?” Dare asked.
Plan B? Mitch had spent weeks figuring out how to get his wife back after she left him in October. She’d said she needed someone to take care of her for once. He thought he was doing that already.
He dragged a hand over his tired face. “Uh…”
“This is too important. You need a backup plan.” The words flew from Dare’s mouth like artillery fire. “I had one when I wanted Jenny to give me another chance. Didn’t need it, but it was worth renting that Bigfoot costume just in case.”
Dare and Jenny Hanford, a bestselling thriller author, had become an official couple in September while Dare was recovering from serious injuries after a helicopter crash. The two hadn’t been together long, but they seemed perfect for each other.
Mitch had thought the same thing about him and Lizzy when he married her three years ago.
“I don’t need a backup plan.” He glanced at Lizzy’s empty parking space. Her overnight shift as a registered nurse had ended nearly an hour ago. Where was she? “Lizzy has wanted to go to Indigo Bay since we met. She won’t say no.”
“If you say so.” Dare’s uncertain tone matched the way Mitch felt.
“I do. My bag is in the truck. The gas tank’s full.” Mitch wanted to sound confident. His guys counted on him to lead. He needed to appear strong and capable.
And he was those things when it came to him being a Ranger.
He’d faced terrorists and insurgents while deployed with his platoon from Fort Benning. He’d been ambushed, caught in firefights, and battled for his life. But waiting for his wife was taking his nerves to an all-time high.
He missed Lizzy.
He wanted her back in their house and in their bed.
“You’ve got this.” Dare’s serious tone suggested the younger sergeant understood what was at stake. “Remember, this vacation is about Lizzy. Show her how much she means to you. Make sure she doesn’t feel taken for granted.”
Lizzy had told Mitch she’d felt like nothing more than the person who took care of the house and his sexual needs. He didn’t understand because he thought their marriage was perfect. “I’ll do whatever it takes.”
Failure wasn’t an option.
He’d escaped from impossible situations before. Reconciling with Lizzy should be easier than getting himself and his guys home in one piece. She was his family. The most important person in his life. Maybe he shouldn’t have walked out of that stupid marriage counselor’s office in June, but what else could he do when Lizzy was blaming him for nonexistent problems? He hadn’t done anything wrong.
“Have fun wooing your wife. She won’t know what hit her.” Sincerity filled Dare’s voice. “Call if you need me. I’ve got your six.”
“Right back at you. Enjoy the holidays.”
“The gifts are packed, and the engagement ring is in my pocket.” Dare sounded like he was smiling. Given he was spending the holidays in Berry Lake, Washington with Jenny and a recently adopted kitten, he was probably grinning from ear to ear. “Have a Merry Christmas.”
Mitch tucked his phone into his back pocket. The silence in the truck’s cab pressed down on him.
A marriage takes two people to succeed. I can’t keep holding everything together any longer. I want a divorce.
Remembering Lizzy’s words made his shoulders sag as if he were wearing body armor and a seventy-pound pack.
Divorce wasn’t the solution. Mitch loved Lizzy. He needed her. No one had ever loved him like she did. As soon as they arrived in Indigo Bay, he would show her their marriage was fine and they belonged together.

from Sweet Reunion by Stacy Claflin...
Magnolia Kendrick jumped from the booth and darted between the tables, avoiding waiters and waitresses. She didn’t slow until she reached the bathroom. Closing the stall door behind her, she leaned against the wall and took in a deep breath of heavily-sweetened air.
That had been close. Too close.
Once her heart rate returned to normal, she exited the stall. An older lady shot her a glare. Probably because she hadn’t heard a flush.
Maggie flashed her a quick smile and went to the mirror to fix her makeup, though it didn’t need it. She only needed another minute or two to pull herself together before rejoining Aunt Lucille—the reason she’d fled to the bathroom.
Auntie had a good heart, bless her, but the woman couldn’t take a clue. Or a flat-out request.
Maggie would just have to try again. What other option was there? She lived with her great-aunt, who had tried to set her up with practically every eligible bachelor in Indigo Bay.
Now at Figaro’s, the restaurant owned by a distant cousin about half an hour from their town, Auntie was attempting another set-up.
Lord have mercy. It was almost enough for Maggie to head back home to Georgia—to the one place she could never show her face again.
Almost.
Maggie wanted nothing to do with a relationship of any kind. That was part of the reason she’d moved to Indigo Bay. A fresh start in a town where people didn’t know her problems.
She stood tall and practiced her smile. It was her best feature, unless she listened to the people who adored her too-thick and too-curly dark hair. Long as it was, it was a nightmare. But she hated the way she looked when it was shorter.
The bathroom door flung open. “Maggie!”
Maggie turned to find her cousin Savannah. It wasn’t unusual to find a relative at Figaro’s. “Hi, Savannah.”
“Auntie said you might be in here.”
Maggie put her makeup back in her purse. “Did she send you to find me?”
“She said you ran off like a chicken with its head cut off.” Savannah raised an eyebrow, clearly wanting to know more.
“Can’t a girl use the bathroom?” Maggie adjusted her skirt.
“Is everything okay, darlin’?”
It would be if Aunt Lucille would quit trying to set her up with every available bachelor within a twenty-mile radius of Indigo Bay.
Savannah stepped closer and put a hand on Maggie’s arm. “Everyone worries about you, you know.”
Maggie smiled as sugary sweet as she could. “I appreciate the concern, but I’m fine. Hey, Auntie wasn’t talking to anyone, was she?”
Savannah fanned herself. “You mean that new server, Emilio?”
Wonderful. Aunt Lucille was probably planning Maggie’s date with Emilio at that moment.
“You don’t like him?” Savannah frowned.
Maggie sighed. “I don’t even know him.”
“I wouldn’t mind getting to know him. Did you see those eyes? Blue as a clear lake.”
“Must’ve missed those. Take care, okay? Say hello to Auntie Charlotte for me.”
“I will.” Savannah gave a little wave. “Tell me if you go out with Emilio. I want to hear all about it.”
Maggie forced a smile. There would be no date. She’d managed to avoid all of Aunt Lucille’s attempts. She could do it again. Maybe the tickle in her throat would turn into something more if she was lucky.
As her cousin headed for a stall, Maggie made her way out into the hallway. She’d far prefer to stay in the bathroom until lunch was over, but Auntie would just send more ladies after her until Maggie returned.
Maggie was so busy thinking about what she would say that she bumped into someone.
She looked up. “I’m so sorry. I didn’t—“
Her gaze locked with a familiar but nearly-forgotten set of dark brown eyes that appeared as surprised to see her as she was to see them. Maggie’s heart skipped a beat, then her pulse drummed through her body. Her cheeks warmed, heat spreading across her face.
Canyon Leblanc.
He still had the same effect on her he’d had so many years earlier, despite the fact that she’d nearly forgotten about him. Not because she’d wanted to, but because life had taken them their separate ways and they’d lost touch.
He was just as gorgeous as ever, if not more so. Tan, neatly dressed. His dark hair was longer than it had been so many years before—and it suited him.
A waitress rushed by, bumping Maggie and nearly throwing her against her old friend. He still wore the same aftershave.
A wave of first-love emotions shoved their way to the surface. Feelings that had overwhelmed her younger self but she’d never allowed herself to act upon. Instead, she’d pined for him.
Then he’d exited from her life.
Now things had changed so much. Too much.
No doubt about it—he was definitely more attractive now. He’d grown out of his boyish good looks and had matured into a ruggedly handsome man. His deep brown eyes sent a shiver to her very core.
Maggie took a step back so she couldn’t smell him. So she could think straight.
She didn’t have the time to get distracted by a handsome face—especially not the one in front of her.
They’d been staring at each other for too long. Someone needed to say something.
Maggie cleared her throat. “Canyon?”
He stared at her, his expression practically unreadable. “Maggie.”
She struggled to find words, so she cleared her throat again just to give herself another moment to think of something to say. “I didn’t realize you were back in town. Just a pit stop?”
He shook his head. “Nope. I’m back for good. Here for a job interview, in fact.”
“You are? I’ll put in a good word. My cousin owns the restaurant.”
“Really?” Canyon arched a brow.
Something about that simple act took her breath away.
She needed to get away, and quick. Preferably before Auntie saw him and tried to set up a date.
Maggie forced a smile. “I’d love to catch up sometime. I’m staying at Aunt Lucille’s. Pop in and say hi when you get a chance. We can have some tea or walk the beach like we used to.”
Why had she just said that? The last thing she needed was him surprising her for a visit, especially at home. Auntie would want to set them up.
Awkward.
He ran his fingers through his hair. “Okay. It’d be real nice to catch up. I’d better get going. Interview in a few minutes.”
Maggie nodded. “Right. Good luck.”
Canyon headed down the hallway toward the offices.
She watched until he was out of sight then headed back to the booth where Aunt Lucille was nearly done with her meal. At least she was alone. Maggie had grown tired of thinking up excuses to avoid dates with the men her aunt constantly tried to set her up with.
“What took you so long, Maggie?” Aunt Lucille tugged on her perfectly-styled blonde hair and waited for a reply.
Maggie slid back to her spot. “I kept running into people. You didn’t have to send Savannah after me.”
Aunt Lucille dabbed her mouth with a napkin. “You’d been in there so long.”
She hadn’t, but rather than argue, Maggie took a big bite of her salmon.
“Emilio is free this Saturday afternoon.”
Maggie nearly choked on her fish. “Auntie, I appreciate your concern but—“
“But nothing. You aren’t getting any younger and you need to get your mind off the past. Isn’t that why you came to stay with me?”
“I’m twenty-four. There’s plenty of time to figure out what to do with my life.”
Aunt Lucille tilted her head and sighed. “Young people these days. You can marry rich and not have to worry about a career. In my day, ladies went to college to get their MRS degree.”
Maggie shoved a piece of broccoli into her mouth before she said something that would start an argument.
Auntie got a dreamy look on her face, then started talking about her late husband and their courting days. It may as well have been a hundred years ago, as far removed as it was from Maggie’s situation.
She fought back tears that threatened. Why couldn’t her aunt realize how painful all this was? Dating wasn’t going to solve Maggie’s problems. Getting engaged again certainly wouldn’t.
Maggie was done with men, period. She couldn’t take any more heartbreak. Once she figured out what she wanted to do with her life, she could focus on that. But that was the problem.
Nothing made her happy. She couldn’t escape the pain of her past no matter how hard she tried.


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AUTHOR’S INFO:

USA Today bestselling author, Melissa McClone has published over forty novels with Harlequin and Tule Publishing Group. With a degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University, Melissa worked for a major airline where she traveled the globe and met her husband. But analyzing jet engine performance couldn't compete with her love of writing happily ever afters. Her first full-time writing endeavor was her first sale when she was pregnant with her first child! When she isn't writing, you can usually find her driving her minivan to/from her children's swim practices and other activities. Melissa lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, three children, two spoiled Norwegian Elkhounds, and cats who think they rule the house. They do!



Romance with HEART!
Jeanette Lewis is a bestselling sweet romance author who specializes in writing character-driven stories with heart. Jeanette's writing is known for her strong characters, depth, and detail, as well as plenty of sweet, swoony kissing scenes.
Dreaming up stories has always been one of Jeanette's favorite things. Other favorites include family, friends, crisp Autumn days, having adventures, and frozen gummy bears.



Jean Oram is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling romance author who writes feel-good small town romances. She grew up in a town of 100 (cats and dogs not included) and owns one pair of high heels which she has worn approximately three times in the past twenty years.
Jean lives in Canada with her husband, two kids, cat, dog, and the pesky deer that wander into her yard to eat her rose bushes and apple trees. She can often be found outdoors hiking up a mountain, camping or reading a book.
Thank you for reading!



USA Today bestselling author Stacy Claflin entertains readers in a variety of genres, from paranormal to suspense to sweet contemporary romance. She has been telling stories for as long as she can remember, and as a child would often get into trouble trying to convince friends her wild tales were true. Now she puts her creativity to better use by writing page-turning books that leave readers begging for more.


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