Wednesday, 31 August 2022

Release Blitz: Lethal Justice.




Title: Lethal Justice
Series: Secrets and the City #3
Author: Kathy Lockheart
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Release Date: August 31, 2022


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A crime leader has fallen for the wrong woman. She’s his hostage in a heist, and if he leaves any witnesses, his colleagues will kill them both.

A hostage isn’t supposed to develop feelings for her captor—a man who’s the antithesis of everything I stand for. And my captor isn’t supposed to see me in a way no one else ever has, let alone want to protect me from the other men who plan to end my life…

Surrendering to our unexpected feelings could spell death for us both. Especially when Easton is given a direct order: Kill me, or they’ll kill him and his brother.

Soon, our lives, along with the lives of everyone we love, are in danger. And time is running out…

You’ll love this dangerous romance (standalone with no cliffhanger, contains darker themes with mature content—reader discretion is advised) because the page-turner involving dark secrets, kidnapping, and murder will keep you glued to the pages with heart-pounding suspense and blow-your mind twists…

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I kicked my foot toward him, hoping to slam the heel of my foot into his nose. But he blocked that one, too. I tried to yank away from his grip, but doing so rocked the chair and tilted one side of it into the air. Before I could correct the center of gravity, the chair tipped over, sending me into a free fall, my nose on a collision course with the wooden planks.
But he grabbed me before I hit—one arm around my stomach, his other hand gripping my upper arm.
He pulled me into a standing position as if I weighed nothing and set me back on my feet.
“Careful,” he said, a blend of irritation and enjoyment seeping from his tone. “I’d hate to see you hurt that beautiful face of yours.”
“Because you prefer to do it yourself?”
I heard him huff a laugh-breath.
Why isn’t he letting go of me?
He stood there, his hands on my body, doing what? Staring at me? Smelling like burnt sugar.
Strange. I’d have expected him to smell like chemically rotting feet, not delicious and inviting.
“So, this is what you do?” I said, heat pooling beneath my cheeks. “Break into people’s homes and then murder them if they happen to come inside?”
No answer.
“What an exemplary member of society we have here,” I snarled.
“Let me give you some advice.” His tone was low and even.
“This ought to be good. Advice from a criminal. I’m waiting with bated breath.”
He tightened his grip around my waist until my chest pushed into his. “You’re bound and blindfolded and at my mercy. Provoking the very person who holds your life in his hands is unwise.”






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Kathy Lockheart is an author of Suspenseful Romance novels. Her books—which have a unique blend of emotional elements typically found in women’s fiction and the romance and danger elements found in romantic suspense—contain themes that include dark romance antiheroes, enemies to lovers alpha tropes, and forbidden romance angst. When she’s not writing, you can find her silently cursing the person who put fluorescent lights in dressing rooms.


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Tuesday, 30 August 2022

Review: ‎Sinful Mafia Prince

‎Sinful Mafia Prince ‎Sinful Mafia Prince by Ella Frank
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

After enjoying Forbidden Mafia Prince, I was eager to see how Ella Frank and Brooke Blaine would conclude the Malvagio duet. While it was not my favourite introduction to a series by the author, it did have me intrigued and excited for more. Although I did enjoy Sinful Mafia Prince, it didn’t quite hit as hard as I’d hoped.

Sinful Mafia Prince was a story that had me eager to see the conclusion, and yet I was constantly waiting for a little bit more from it. I think, in this case, it comes down to the authors’ writing styles not quite fitting with the genre. You see, this story should have been much darker. Mafia reads are supposed to be dark and twisted, and this one never quite went to the degree it could have. Why? Because Ella Frank and Brooke Blaine do cute too well. That is not an insult. I adore how easily they have me wrapped in the feels of the characters. In this case, however, we needed less of that and more of the darkness. Due to the cuteness, it felt like the main characters were off page and the darkness was a box ticked by other characters. It wasn’t quite what I wanted, and it meant I did not love this to the degree I had hoped.

All in all, Sinful Mafia Prince was another addictive read from the authors. I have my fingers crossed that certain characters will get their own stories told, yet my fingers are also crossed for more darkness in those stories to ensure it doesn’t fall into the same trap this one did.

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Thursday, 25 August 2022

Release Blitz: Adrenaline.




Title: Adrenaline
Series: In Secret We Sin #1
Author: A.L. Woods
Genre: Dark Romantic Suspense
Release Date: August 25, 2022


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I watched my father fall to his death at the hands of another.
When I grew up, I hunted down the man who killed him.
I got caught, and did my time.
When I got out, I tried rebuilding my life.
Katrina Tavares was part of that.

She gave me something I’d never had before.
Stability.
Hope.
Love.
Until she destroyed us.
So I became someone I recognized again.
A blood thirsty wolf.

Now she’s put herself back on my radar.
And theirs.
My friends want me to claim her.
My pride won’t let me.
But something is hunting her, and the threat of an unknown predator isn't all I needed to worry about.
It's my friends, too.

There’s four of us and one of her.
Run all you want, Little Rabbit.
These wolves run faster.







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A.L. Woods is a bestselling author of roller coaster romances, caffeine aficionado, and collector of Sailor Moon paraphernalia.
She lives 40 minutes west of Toronto, Ontario with her partner, Michael, and their 8lb larger-than-life miniature dachshund, Maia.
She believes that burritos should be in their own food group, loves the fall, winged liner, and listening to metalcore at an offensive level.


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Monday, 22 August 2022

Release Blitz: Loss Aversion.




Title: Loss Aversion
Series: Wayward #2
Author: Lēigh Tudor 
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: August 22, 2022


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Loss Aversion is the continuation of The Endowment Effect and the second, and final, book of The Wayward Duet:

Birdie Wellborn has gone and done it again.

Bolted. Dipped. Hightailed it out of town. And not without her signature flair for drama. Leaving behind a blindsided Lucas Santos, the only man she’s ever loved.

Enough to leave him twice.

Now that she’s lost everything, it’s time for payback and wreaking some havoc of her own. What she doesn’t know is Lucas Santos is hot on her heels, as well as some other well-meaning townsfolk.

But, is it too late to save her?

Author’s Note: Frenemies-to-lovers. Opposites attract. Slow burn. Girl in danger. Delicious banter. Nosy, small-town geriatric shenanigans. Gorgeous, stoic, always in control hero. Wild-child, trouble-finding heroine. Steam Level: Super Steamy. Twists and Turns: Nail-biting DEFCON 1 level. Feels: Oh so so many.







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Lēigh lives in the suburbs of Atlanta, GA, with her husband whom she lovingly refers to as The PoolBoy.

She recently retired from a career in the tech industry, working a variety of positions where she sold, trained, marketed and managed . . . a ton of shit. She loved it, don’t misconstrue the excrement comment, but now finds herself blissfully happy following her, well, bliss.

Lēigh’s motto is “Find your tribe and love them hard.” If this sounds like someone ya’ll want to hang out with, come join her tribe!


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Release Blitz: Sinful Queen.




Title: Sinful Queen
Series: Dark Mafia Sins #5
Author: Emily Bowie
Genre: Dark Romance
Release Date: August 22, 2022


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He rules the Bratva, and now he wants to rule me.

When I find out I’m carrying the baby of Demetri Sokolov, I’m terrified. I’m left with no other choice but to run away. Instead of forgetting about me, he searches for where I disappeared. Hiding his unborn child is a sin not even a mafia princess will get away with when he finds out.

He has a reputation for violence, cruelty and being unforgiving. So how can he forgive my betrayal? Is there any hope for love and amid a world of violence and blood?







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Emily Bowie is from a small town in Western Canada. She has been making characters come to life through her writing since she was old enough to put her thoughts on paper. She loves her white wine cold, her heels red, and her books spicy. 

She married her high school sweetheart and they have two amazing children. 

She is the author to the Bennett Brothers Series. 

Recklessly Mine, Recklessly Forbidden, & Recklessly Devoted. 

When she is not writing she can be found reading a good book, making digital scrapbooks and being physically active—whether it is at the gym, going for a walk, or playing /keep up with her children.



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Friday, 19 August 2022

Review: Smartasses.

Smartasses Smartasses by Erin Mallon
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

While I’m not the biggest fan of short stories, I am always willing to give them a read when an anthology sounds intriguing and gives me the chance to try new authors. Such is what happened here, and my feelings were much the same as my feelings toward most anthologies.

Attracting Aubrey by Avery Flynn was a four-star rating. This was such an addictive read, one that pulled me in and had me falling for it with every detail that was introduced. While this does link to other work by the author, you do not need to be a fan to enjoy this one. For fans, it’s a fun little bonus. Either way, it’s a fun quick read that will have you smiling throughout.

Showmancing the Bone by Erin Mallon was a four-star rating. This was an amusing read, one that had me snorting a few times. At first, I was a wee bit tentative as it seemed a little over the top. However, as things progressed, I fell deeper for the story. It was the best kind of silly, ensuring I adored each moment – even the predictable ones – that played out.

Not Just a Crush by Helena Hunting was a three-star rating. This was an okay read for me, one I don’t think I was the right reader for. It was a little too simplistic for me, plus I found it to be a bit repetitious. I know many people are a big fan of the author’s work and are likely to love this quick read, but there was not enough depth for me.

Central Park by Jana Aston was a four-star rating. This was another amusing read, one that hit me with all the feels. It was another story that erred toward over the top, yet it worked. It had me smiling and unable to put it down, hooked on all the details. Although this played out in a very predictable manner, it was a lot of fun.

The Doctor and The Dungeon Master by Jiffy Kate was a three-star rating. This was another okay read for me, another where I think I was not the right reader. There were a couple of things in this one that I found amusing, but mostly I was indifferent. I think fans of the author who know the other characters will enjoy this one, but it wasn’t quite for me.

What Happens in Carolina by Karen Grey was a three-star rating. This was a sweet story, one that had me debating handing a higher rating. While I did enjoy it, it felt a little too easy for me. It was mostly dependent upon a lack of communication between the characters, and I’m not a big fan of this when it is the major reason for misunderstanding. Nevertheless, it was cute.

There is Also a Dog by Kayley Loring was a three-star rating. This was one that grew on me, one that I came to enjoy more than anticipated by the time I was done. It was built upon cliches, but it worked. It was silly (not quite to my humour, though) and addictive, ensuring I was happy to turn the pages. While I would have liked a bit more depth, it did win me over.

Comic-Complications by Krystyna Allyn was a two-star rating. This was one I really wanted to enjoy, especially as it contained so many elements that I usually love. Unfortunately, this one just didn’t work for me. I never connected with the characters, never quite finding them likeable, and had hoped for a lot more from it. I can see it appealing to many, but it wasn’t quite for me.

Pash No Rash by Penny Reid was a three-star rating. This was one where I rounded my rating up, with my not quite a full three-star rating reflecting the fact that this is just a single scene. Had this been more, it could have been wonderful. As it was, it felt like a glimpse of something that was never quite complete. An interesting concept, but it would have worked much better as a full story instead of a single scene.

Things Liars Fake by Sara Ney was a three-star rating. This was one that had me conflicted, leaving me somewhat unsure how I felt. While the idea was interesting, it was one that I found very difficult to connect with. Nothing really pulled me in the way it should have, and I found it easy to forget once I was done with it. For me, it was lacking that something to make it stand out.

The Runaway Bride by Sonali Dev was a three-star rating. This was one I didn’t quite connect with at first, only for it to win me over. At first, I was unsure where the story was going and felt like things were introduced without having the impact they could have. However, I fell deeper for the story the more I read. While it was not my favourite, it was certainly one that won me over.

Close Encounters of the Nerd Kind by Susannah Nix was a three-star rating. This was a cute read, one that grew on me. At first, it all felt very cliched and surface-level. While this was true throughout, it was a story that did have me smiling. It was cute and enjoyable, and it hit the right spot for a quick read.

All in all, this was a mixed bag. There were a couple of stories that really stood out for me, and I can certainly see the variety appealing to people. The only thing I will say is that some of this fit into the ‘nerd’ label much more than others.

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Thursday, 18 August 2022

Release Blitz: The Consigliere.




Title: The Consigliere
Duet: The Revelation Duet #1
Series: The Valentini Family Series
Author: Serena Akeroyd
Genre: Dark Mafia Romance
Release Date: August 18, 2022


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I inherited Las Vegas.
It's mine even if I never wanted it.
I may be the Don of the Camorra but every leader needs a Consigliere, and the only one I want belongs to the New York Sicilian Mafia.
Aurora Valentini hasn't spoken to me in a decade and I'm tired of waiting.
It's time to claim what's mine.
Whether she's ready or not.







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Born in England, Serena Akeroyd is a true romance bookaholic. As a reader she will not touch a book unless she knows it has a happy ending, which makes her write the endings that your heart craves! This addiction, made her want to craft stories to suit her voracious need for steamy, sexy romance. She loves to write stories with plots twists, alpha sexy men, dark humor, and hot AF love scenes. Some are darker than others as she has a taste for the weird and the unexpected. 

She writes MF, MM, Menage and Reverse Harem (also known as Why Choose romance) in both con-temporary and paranormal. But she has recently decided to concentrate more on contemporary MF stories, mainly with A Dark and Dirty Sinners’ MC Series and The Filthy Feckers Series.


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Release Blitz: Quiet Empire.




Title: Quiet Empire
Series: Quiet Mafia #4
Author: J.L. Drake
Genre: Mafia Romance
Release Date: August 18, 2022


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As our empire rises, it’s time to remove all those who don’t belong.

Sienna

Now joined in power with Elio, we hatch a plan to show to the world that the Capri name will rule over Italy.

The decision stirs panic and causes a ripple effect throughout the country. Friendships and loyalties are tested. Truths are revealed as we prepare to fight any who oppose us.

With a careful eye on our enemies, we are circled by others with false intent. Secrets and weaknesses are revealed and lies are taken to the grave.

Elio

With our past behind us and our wounds healed, it’s time to take things to the next level. We tore down one kingdom, and now we’ll build another…together.

I knew that if we followed tradition, we’d look death in the eye every day. But I am a fighter, as is Sienna. We’re determined to have the life we’ve worked so desperately to build.

Meanwhile, a third player is still there on the sidelines trying to make his play, and when he does, it’s the biggest blow of them all.

With an enemy at every corner, we must fight through the chaos and bring an end to the Coppola name. All must submit to the Capri Syndicate.
After all, only one family can rule all of Italy.





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Author J.L. Drake was born and raised in Nova Scotia, Canada, later moving to Southern California where she lives with her husband and two children. 

When she's not writing she loves to spend time with her family, traveling or just enjoying a night at home. One thing you might notice in her books is her love for the four seasons. Growing up on the east coast of Canada the change in the seasons is in her blood and is often mentioned in her writing. 

Her books can be found in different languages around the world.


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