Book Release Blast for Good Trouble by Lani Lynn Vale (REVIEW)…….

 

Two people form a connection on the night of her prom when they were young, a connection that's only grown stronger and become more conflicted over the years.  With her marriage to his brother, his return from Afghanistan, and a horrific night that shows her who she's truly meant to be with, readers will find themselves on the edge of their seats in an angsty tale set within the MC world.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Good Trouble by Lani Lynn Vale, along with getting my impressions of this exhilarating and emotionally intense tale, then add this second installment in the Gator Bait series to your bookshelf!

Bain met Diana, a.k.a. Luce, the night before he was set to deploy to Afghanistan.

It’s not every day that you take your brother’s girlfriend to prom because he refuses to put out the effort.
That night was one of the best nights of his life and the next day, he leaves and doesn’t see her again.
But there are letters. Not many, but enough for them to form a connection.
Over the two-year deployment, they became great friends.
The best of friends—at least, as good of friends as you can be when it’s your brother’s wife. Fast-forward six years and she still counts him as one of her greatest friends. Even going as far as to stick by him when he’s sent to prison because his own brother turned on him.
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Luce had a crush on her then-boyfriend’s brother since way before she and Bain’s brother were married. From the moment he volunteered to take her to prom, she’d fallen.
Over the years, she’d tried to hide it. Tried to go on with her life and act like she loved her husband and only her husband. But as time went on and Braxton started to treat her more and more like crap, she realized the truth. Her husband wasn’t Bain. Her husband would never be him.
Hell, that’d been proven time and time again.
The smoking gun, though? The thing that made her realize it was time to leave?
When her husband stood by while she was assaulted, while the man she tried to act like was just a friend protected her. Then was sentenced to eight years in jail for it.
It was time to admit the truth.
Bain McDempsey was it for her. She just had to help him see it. Oh, and get him out of prison first.

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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

When it comes to emotionally intense tales full of heart and soul, tales that pull you in courtesy of characters you can see yourself in, I know I can always count on Lani Lynn Vale to put me through the wringer...in a really good way.  With this new series Ms. Vale has crafted another winner, another tale of a romance meant to be, and the incredible journey it took to get there!  With each turn of the page my heart was warmed, my anger was fueled, and a smile was put on my face, all while I was falling in love with this unforgettable main couple.

Bain McDempsey has been a part of Luce's life since she was a teen, brother to her boyfriend and her knight in shining armor on the night of her prom.  From that moment on he's always been there for her, no matter the thousands of miles separating them. He's a great friend, saying exactly what she needs to hear as she deals with her own demons.  He's a strong support to her, uber protective, both mentally and physically...especially when she's assaulted and he's the one who comes to her rescue (instead of her husband-his brother).  His actions that day had him making the ultimate sacrifice for Luce and his words and deeds throughout the story made me love him all the more as he proved himself the quintessential hero.  He's a sweet and sexy man, one who subtly and boldly showed his feelings to the world regarding Luce and who easily earned his place on my list of book boyfriends.

Luce too is an unforgettable part of this pairing with a chemistry that crackled from the very start.  She was drawn to Bain from the very beginning, won over by his kind heart and caring words.  She never felt worthy of him though, battling the demons in her head, which had her settling for Bain's brother.  Years of unhappiness, battles with her depression, finally had her coming out the other side though in an emotionally satisfying revelation that had her finally going after what her heart knew all along...that she and Bain were meant to be.  It's a difficult life journey for Luce, one that Ms. Vale realistically and respectfully depicted and that had me aching for her when the thoughts in her head became particularly weighty.  On a whole she's an immensely likable heroine, brave and loyal, and I was cheering her on every step of the way as she bravely battled every high and low thrown her way.

By the turn of the final page I was exhausted, but satisfied, by all that came before in this angst-fueled journey of friends to lovers.  The main couple captivated me from the very start, invested me in their unwavering connection to one another, showing them to be there for each other when they needed support most.  Their love was meant to be and I was so happy to see them both fighting for their HEA as the story took even more dangerous turns.  Theirs was a hard-fought journey to HEA, a journey that played with every one of my emotions, and left me in awe once again at the knots the talented Ms. Vale twists us readers into.  Along with this unforgettable main couple was a character you definitely booed...Bain's brother, Braxton.  He was despicable and cruel, fueled the negativity in Luce's mind, and I hated him for everything he did to her and his own brother.  Later in the story danger once again comes for Luce and Bain in scenes that kept me on the edge of my seat along with keeping me guessing.  From exhilaration to steamy encounters to laugh out loud moments...this book has it all and it has me excited for what comes next.  The interactions between the members of the Gator Bait MC were brotherly, supportive, with witty and playful banter that made them feel like a family.  Though this branch of the family was a bit dysfunctional at first they quickly showed themselves to be decadently delightful in a romance that still makes me smile for how perfectly imperfect Bain and Luce are!

My rating for this is an A.

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

Book Release Blitz for Kitty Kitty by Lani Lynn Vale (REVIEW).....

 A man who sacrifices everything for a woman he's loved from afar finds her watching over him while he's in prison before he's released to become part of a group of men devoted to helping those who need help most.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Kitty Kitty by Lani Lynn Vale, along with getting my impressions of this steamy and fast-paced story, then add this fifth installment in the Souls Chapel Revenants MC series to your bookshelf!

This is the story of a man falling in love with a woman.

A man that was supposed to be a role model, and a woman that was just barely twenty-one.

A man who should’ve known better, and a woman that didn’t know that she was destroying his career word by word, innocent touch by innocent touch, smile by smile, until it had already imploded.

The world collapses around Absinthe ‘Sin’ Solomon, and the only thing he can do is try not to take her down with him.

The moment the inevitable happens, and the gavel bangs signaling that he will spend the next nine years in prison for attempted murder, Sin tries to let go. But Blaise Mackenzie has never, not ever, been one to give up without a fight.

Her military career might be over, but her career as a prison guard is just about to get started.

And her favorite prisoner? A pissed-off older man, a drill sergeant dishonorably discharged from the Army that tells himself daily that the new ‘Kitty Kitty’ female prison guard is not for him.

After following him around for years, watching over him from afar in any way she can, Sin is released early. And the first person that he’s going to see? A stubborn little blonde-headed female that should’ve known better than to trust a man like him.

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MY IMPRESSIONS OF THIS BOOK:

Ms. Vale keeps me coming back for more with yet another fast-paced story set in the MC world!  This read starts with an unforgettable event that binds two people together for years, putting them through the wringer, before letting them work their way to HEA.  Add in a bit of suspense surrounding the human trafficking of little girls, along with some super steamy encounters for the main couple, and you end up with an exhilarating tale that kept me glued to the pages!

Absinthe "Sin" Solomon had a difficult childhood courtesy of a controlling and abusive father and a timid and kowtowed mother.  The one bright spot was his close knit connection to his brothers, a connection that engendered a strong sense of loyalty in him, along with a successful career in the Army.  It also made him a strong and protective man who didn't like to see a woman hurt..one woman in particular.  From the moment he saw Blaise Mackenzie in basic training he became her guardian angel, saving her when she needed help most but getting himself put in prison for years and ending his military career.  With his time in prison starting to harden his heart, her presence became more and more of a temptation that ultimately led to a clandestine encounter that changed everything between them.  The chance to get released early in exchange for working with a secret organization that handles things the law can't puts him and Blaise in close contact with readers getting to watch them deal with all the changes to their lives as well as the dangers taking over their town.  Sin's a delicious hero, a sexy giant of a man with a hidden heart of gold.  He has a tough exterior, is rippled with muscles, but behind his tough exterior is a man just wanting to be loved and have a family of his own.  Once he claims Blaise as his he's willing to do and say whatever it takes to win her over in scenes both sweet and erotically-charged, talk that is both naughty and heartwarming.

Blaise Mackenzie is a tough woman brought up in an MC family, taught at an early age how to protect herself.  Her entry into the Army was fueled by her family's many years of service and the success they achieved.  Her commitment and strong will though was no match for the sadistic drill sergeant who ended her career before it even began.  It did however introduce her to the tempting Sin who she couldn't walk away from after all he did for her and for the instant (and out of control) attraction she feels for him as she follows him from prison to prison while watching over him.  A clandestine encounter soon changes the course of their lives, pushing them to discuss their feelings and their futures, all while dealing with the dangerous human traffickers taking over their town.  Blaise is a likable heroine, one who can give as good as she gets.  She's not afraid to jump into a dangerous situation, but listens to reason when things get truly tense.  She and Sin have a crackling connection, one that starts off sweet but is clearly full of sexual tension waiting to explode.  They're a formidable pair whose journey to HEA kept me glued to the pages while fanning my flushed cheeks a time or two.

Ms. Vale has crafted another delightful couple whose journey to HEA was a hard-fought one when it came to his dealing with the dangers of prison, to the emotions and fears they both had to deal with while deciding what they saw for their futures.  Through their growing connection I fell more and more in love with the sexy Sin, who was a definite temptation.  Alongside this appealing main couple was an equally entertaining cast of secondary characters, a large cast that we've seen in previous books along with some new faces that have me excited for the future.  I'm drawn to Sin's brothers, a playful and loyal group of men who are just as sexy as Sin, brothers who are definitely drool-worthy.  The gritty prison scene involving fellow prisoner Deke also left a lasting impression on me as he's a book reading giant whose banter with Sin during the dangerous riot had me actually laughing.  He'd make a fine addition to the group Sin now works for, and they'd make a great team, which is where I hope Ms. Vale takes the character next.  When it came to the mystery, like most of Ms. Vale's books, it was secondary to the romance.  It was touched on once or twice during the story, with rather obvious clues of whodunit, before being quickly wrapped up at the end.  Another storyline involving the parentage of one of the missing girls was also thrown in at the end to make for an overcrowded conclusion.  Despite these small quibbles I still found this to be another sexy and satisfying tale, a quick read that made for an enjoyable afternoon of steaminess and suspense that has me looking forward to Ms. Vale's next new release!

My rating for this is a B.

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

AUTHOR INFO:

Lani Lynn Vale is a Wall Street Journal & USA Today Bestselling Author of over thirty titles. She is married with three children, two dogs, two cats, a donkey, and a couple (a couple also meaning over twenty) chickens.

When she’s not writing, you can find her curled up in her favorite chair reading. Lani is married with three children and lives in the Great State of Texas.

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Book Spotlight on Walking the Edge by Sue Ward Drake (GIVEAWAY)......

A strong and sassy woman finds herself teaming up with an ex-military man in this action-packed tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat.  Keep reading to get a tempting taste of Walking the Edge by Sue Ward Drake, then add this exhilarating romance to your bookshelf.  In honor of this first installment in the Danger in the Big Easy series make sure to fill out the form below for the chance to win 1 of 5 copies of this book too!

On the knife edge of danger in the streets of New Orleans, these rugged men call the Big Easy home, and they’ll do whatever it takes to protect their own.

Ex-army ranger Mitch Guidry never should have let his brothers talk him into joining them in the Big Easy. Particularly when they have him going head-to-head with the very last thing he needs: a feisty redhead who has more opinions than even his hard-headed brothers. Loyal and overprotective to a fault, Catherine Hurley will do everything she can to stop Mitch from finding her fugitive brother... and yet, he can't get enough of her.

Cath should be furious with the overbearing ex-ranger who shows up on her doorstep looking for her brother. Sure, Mitch Guidry is hotter than a Louisiana summer and pushes every one of her buttons, but he's also an immediate threat to her family, and family is everything to Cath. Unfortunately, the only way to save her brother is to stick to Mitch like glue. But sharing close quarters with him while they search for her missing brother together proves to be more than a little challenging...particularly when it comes to protecting her heart.

EXCERPT:

Cath extended her hands to indicate the old city around her. “The French Quarter has been lived in for three hundred years. Some early inhabitants still linger. For you ghost doubters, I bet you’ll come away from our walk believing. At least a little."

The sound of pounding feet drew everyone’s attention to the man running toward them. She urged her customers closer to the entrance of Pere Antoine Alley, but the jogger stopped under a street lantern right in front of her.

Her blood sizzled. She’d seen this tan windbreaker, this dark cap of hair, and the body probably capable of two hundred push-ups before breakfast. Exactly forty-five flipping minutes ago. Like metal to a magnet, her body veered into his force field until...his fierce gaze pinned her with a laser-tag blast.

Cath staggered under the impact, the earlier butterflies fluttering back to life. He stood as still as the wrought iron fence behind him, his big hands hanging beside powerful thighs. For now. Any minute he could spring into action.

Within seconds of busting into her apartment, he’d barged past her and pushed her brother against the stove. Then when Les bolted out the door, this guy had followed in a heartbeat.

No. Back up the reel.

They’d stared at each other for a Guinness-record-setting second then, and now his whole body seemed to hum like a live wire. He’d found her brother inside her house. Did that mean he could arrest her, too?

Her throat closed up, and a clamp squeezed all the air from her lungs. She braced, waiting for him to grab her hands and lock on cuffs.

A cough from one of her group jolted her.

The clock on her two-hour ghost tour ticked away, and she had to make sure the travel website guy would have nothing but raves.

“Listen...” Cath raised a finger to her lips. “If you’re quiet you can sometimes hear a man singing."

The tourists followed her down the flagstone walkway. She turned around to speak again but slammed her mouth shut. Of all the gall.

The hunky bounty hunter stood front and center. The hard angles of his features cast a pattern of light and dark across his face, and danger flashed from him in neon lights. For one insane moment when his body had brushed hers in the apartment alley, she’d sensed he might kiss her like the prince waking up Sleeping Beauty. He’d awakened something, alright. Cath squared her shoulders and cleared her throat.

“Excuse me, this is a paid tour."

“Is it too late to join?” His rich baritone melted into her hungry pores like chocolate sauce on a sundae. Days. Weeks. Months too late.

Not for a minute did she believe him to be a rabid fan of haunted houses or an avid collector of ghost stories, but she needed all the dinero she could earn to pay for Les’s lawyer. She eyed the bounty hunter.

“Would you like to buy a ticket?”

“You take plastic?” His long—sensual—mouth lifted. The masculine assurance in his smile ought to send her back straight up. Instead, the heat coming off him poured into her private places.

“Of course.” They conversed like polite strangers, not people who’d been forced to interact under extreme conditions. She wanted to know what had happened with her brother, but she couldn’t ask in the middle of her tour. “I didn’t say anything at the time, but you can pay now for your previous tour, if you like."

“My previous tour?” The confusion in his eyes disappeared when he realized she meant his bounty hunter visit to her apartment. He shrugged all friendly-like. “I can always contest the charge if it’s not correct."

Of course, he would.

“Nah. Consider it lagniappe.” Cath turned to her tourists and explained the old New Orleans custom of grocers giving customers a little something extra. Handsome would likely never know if she charged more than normal, but she prided herself on running an ethical business. “What’s over is over.” Please.

One eyebrow rose. “Are you sure about that?"

Positive. She lowered her head to avoid the sight of his disturbing physique. “If you give me an email address, I’ll send you a receipt."

“No need. I’m good."

Good at his job? Good at flirting? Good in bed?

Or all three. She handed back his credit card. “Nice to meet you, Mr. Mitchell Guidry.” “Mitch."

“I doubt we’ll ever be on a first name basis, Mr. Guidry."

“You underestimate me."

She was coming to see the truth in that.

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AUTHOR INFO:

Sue Ward Drake takes you on a wild ride through the steamy streets of New Orleans in this action-packed, sexy romantic suspense!

Sue Ward Drake has lived in most of the different neighborhoods of New Orleans, including the French Quarter. She was forced to leave during hurricane Katrina, but still counts as friends a wide spectrum of the city’s inhabitants. Though she now resides minutes from the mountains, her heart will always belong to the Big Easy.

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