Monday, 29 April 2019

Review: Boyfriend Maintenance

Boyfriend Maintenance Boyfriend Maintenance by Lauren Helms
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Boyfriend Maintenance is the fifth book in the 425 Madison series, and Lauren Helms offers us another great addition to the series. In fact, it was another sweet story that had me devouring it in a single sitting.

I confess, at first, I was a wee bit tentative about this one. It was interesting, yes, but a part of me was distracted by the fake Pokémon GO games one of the characters was playing. As a respectable adult that still plays Pokémon GO, I found myself shaking my head at the fake version. I do this quite often with books, yet as the fake game was of one I play daily, I found myself shaking my head that wee bit harder. Of course, that was only one little thing, and once the story got going I found myself addicted.

I was sucked into the story that played out between the duo, addicted to the way things developed. As this is one of my favourite tropes, I powered through the story. It may not have had as much drama and angst as I’m accustomed to in these kinds of stories, things may have come together a bit too easily in the end, but it had more than enough to keep me entertained. In fact, I fell in love with many of the side characters and would be happy to read their stories.

Without a doubt, Boyfriend Maintenance was another great read in the series.

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Review: The Falconer

The Falconer The Falconer by Elizabeth May
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

I love a good steampunk story, and The Falconer seemed like the kind of tale I would adore. In fact, it offers something different to the usual steampunk stories, meaning I was desperate to dive in.

Despite devouring this book in no time at all, I was never in love with it in the way I had hoped to be. Steampunk and fairies, with a story that plays out in Scotland, should have left me crazy. As it was, I was merely indifferent. Yes, I was constantly curious about what came next. Yes, I found the world interesting. However, I never connected with the characters and felt as though this was one of those cheat books where everything happens at the end without resolution to ensure you pick up the next book.

I do not mind cliff-hangers, not at all. In fact, I rather enjoy them when done right. My problem with this one was that nothing much happened early in the book, then everything was crammed into a handful of pages towards the end, with the scene stopping just as things got really interesting. Due to my indifference towards the characters, I felt cheated when something happened only for it to be cut off before it could finish.

A part of me is tempted to read the second book, yet a larger part of me is saying not to. I want answers, but I’m unsure if I care enough to go questing for answers. At the moment, it’s up in the air – just know, The Falconer was not what I had expected it to be.

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Review: The Whispering Room

The Whispering Room The Whispering Room by Dean Koontz
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

I’m a big Dean Koontz fan, and am always willing to dive into his newest release. Although The Silent Corner, the first Jane Hawk book, did not wow me, it left me curious to see how the series would come together. There was potential, and I was eager to see how things played out.

Time for some brutal honesty: The Whispering Room disappointed me. In fact, The Whispering Room is my least favourite Dean Koontz read. I expected so much more from this one, and had trouble getting through it.

I find it difficult to say what my problem with this one was. Although the story progressed and we were introduced to new elements, I was never sucked into the events. I constantly felt at a distance, I was never engaged in what was happening, and nothing really wowed me with this one.

In fact, I was so indifferent had I not borrowed book three from the library at the same time I borrowed book two, I would have questioned whether I wanted to continue the series. I wish I knew why, but I just couldn’t connect with The Whispering Room at all.

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Release Blitz: Can't Wait.




Title: Can't Wait Collection Box Set
Author: Dani Wyatt
Genre: Erotic Romance
Release Date: April 29, 2019



Blurb

If you like your reads fast, hard and with love at the speed of a look, dive into the CAN’T WAIT collection.  This bundle also includes a NEVER BEFORE PUBLISHED book, Our Turn!  You get three of Dani’s hottest novellas along with an exclusive new read only included here.

Get your hot read on!


The Collection


#1 Keeping Her Close

Black Rousseau has honored the code and kept his distance from the one thing in this world that means something to him. But things are about to change. Black’s just received the blessing he’s been waiting for since the moment he set eyes on his boss’ daughter.

 Book One in the CAN'T WAIT series of standalones.

Growing up in the biker bar her father owned, Roxie Lear dreams of getting out of Hell, Michigan. The only other thing she’s always wanted is Black Rousseau. But he treats her like she doesn’t exist. Until the day her father goes to prison, that is. And Black lets her know what’s been boiling behind his cool indifference all these years.

Will Black’s preparations to claim Roxie once and for all be too much for her? Will the darkness inside of him frighten away the only thing in this world he’s ever needed?

Author note: This alpha is a little dark and a bit brutal but he cherishes what is his. As always, this story is safe/no cheating with the perfect happy ending. Strap on your wrist cuffs and your safe word, this hot quickie of a smutty read will have you questioning your morals and wiggling in your seat. 


#2 Back to Her

Going to prison and taking the fall was my gift to Mia. How was I to know her father would disappear with her and I would lose her forever? After serving my five years I’m finally out, but bars or no bars, I’m still in hell.

 Book Two in the CAN'T WAIT standalone series.

I never believed in miracles until today. Because I’ve found her. All plush softness, sorrowful eyes and lips that call to be kissed. She’s right here in the same place I’d met her all those years ago when she was too young. Before I could touch her.

There is no force on heaven or earth that will take her from me again. No force that will keep my hands off her now. I will take her. I will do as I please with her because she is mine. Now and forever. God help us both.

Author’s Note: Take five years waiting for her to be legal. Then another five locked up in prison and you’ve got one powder keg of alpha naughtiness waiting to explode. This love at the speed of light novella will warm your heart and your nether regions. All you expect…safe, smutty, swoony and happily ever after.


#3 Let Go

Rockstar. Actor. Entrepreneur. I’m Lachlan Marcus, and I just walked out on my empire. I bought a ball cap and a pair of cheap sunglasses and took the first bus leaving the station.

 I landed in a small town looking straight into the eyes of an angel with auburn curls and curves that bring to life my inner barbarian, determined to make her mine. She’s naïve, yet wise, and sees directly into my soul like no one ever before.

 Within twenty-four hours, I’ve got her inside the wedding chapel and my last name attached to her.

Only she has no idea who I really am. I represent everything in this world she’s been taught to distrust.
The life I left has come calling, and I’m losing her before our life together can even begin.

Author’s Note: This famous hero hasn’t touched a woman in longer than he can remember, and she’s never been kissed. They don’t waste any time heating up the pages and making up for what they’ve been missing. This super-fast steamy read is safe, no cheating and has the best kind of happy ending.

Book Three in the CAN'T WAIT standalone series.


#4 Our Turn

NEW & AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY IN THIS COLLECTION!!

She didn’t think I saw her. Hiding behind her ball cap and baggy clothes, but Jesus, did I see her.  I’ve followed her, spied on her, stalked her. 

See, I’m not a good guy.  I’ve never wanted anyone in my life except my clients.  The only people in my life take from me and I take back with forty-percent on top and maybe a few broken fingers.

With one phone call everything changes.  The shy, kind beauty I’ve set my sights on can never be mine.  Not in the way I’ve imagined every night for half a year.  How will I ever look her in those silver eyes and not think of taking her in all the filthy ways I’ve imagined?  It’s wrong.  So very wrong.

Only things aren’t what they seem.  Fate opens the door, and I’m not just going to walk through; I’m doing to kick it down.  When she finds out who I am− what I am− it may all be over anyway. Until then, I’m chasing down what’s mine, even if it’s wrong.

Author’s Note:  It’s the most taboo sort of misunderstanding but makes these two struggle to come to terms with what they are feeling.  It’s fast, hard, and all the best sort of smutty. So, sit back, suspend reality, and take a happily ever after ride. Safe, no cheating, and all the usual naughtiness you expect.  And, just for the record, no one is actually related, it’s all on the up and up.







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Dani Wyatt used to feel bad about having such dirty thoughts. Luckily, one day she decided to start writing them down. Her uber alpha heros have a wicked possessive streak and an insatiable libido. Her heroines are intelligent, quirky and worry about having too much muffin top. With her books, you can count on a heaping helping of HOT, a dash of rough and always a happily ever after.

When she's not writing (which is not often) she is probably laughing about some irony (like A-1 Steak Sauce is vegan), riding her horse, wondering why The Walking Dead can't have a new episode every night, or looking cross-eyed at some piece of technology sent to ruin her day.


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Release Blitz: Nocturnes & Nightmares.




Title: Nocturnes & Nightmares
Series: The Sandman Duet #1
Author: Keri Lake
Genre: Romantic Thriller/Romantic Suspense
Release Date: April 29, 2019



Blurb

The most terrifying monsters aren’t found in dreams …

Four young socialites have gone missing in the Chicago area. Two found dead, bearing the signature marks of a brutal serial killer. With the kind of tragedy that mars Nola Tensley’s past, she should be concerned, but without a pot to piss in, all the struggling single mom cares about is making a normal life for her son.

After all, she’s clearly not the murderer’s type.
Or is she?

When Rhett Voss, an enigmatic and handsome stranger, answers her ad for the outdated in-law suite at the back of her property, offering double her asking price, Nola really can’t refuse. Even though the supposed Wall Street Wolf seems better suited for a high-rise downtown—a suspicion that quickly turns into hindsight once she submits to the flirtations of her charming new tenant, and consequently, unearths a series of disturbing revelations.

Her curiosities lead her down the path of a madman, whose moniker, The Sandman, only hints at the grisly nature of his crimes. He’s smart. Evasive. A cunning psychopath with a twisted method of disposing his victims.

And his hunting grounds are hitting too close to home.

Author note: This book contains scenes of graphic sex and violence that some readers may find disturbing. 





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Author Bio


Keri Lake is a dark romance writer who specializes in demon wrangling, vengeance dealing and wicked twists. Her stories are gritty, with antiheroes that walk the line of good and bad, and feisty heroines who bring them to their knees.  When not penning books, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughters, and their rebellious Labrador (who doesn’t retrieve a damn thing).  She runs on strong coffee and alternative music, loves a good red wine, and has a slight addiction to dark chocolate.


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Release Blitz: Lily and the Billionaire.




Title: Lily and the Billionaire
Author: Beth Michele
Genre: Contemporary Romance/Romantic Comedy
Release Date: April 29, 2019



Blurb

What do you get when you cross one feisty secretary with one determined billionaire?

My name—Jace Harlow. My business—making billions.

I’ve got it all.

Money.
Confidence.
Sexual prowess.

I know—I’m quite a catch. At least to most women. But Lily Conrad isn’t like any woman I’ve met before.

Damn her and that red dress.

Now all I think about is her. All I fantasize about is her—her smile, her laugh, her long legs wrapped around my waist.

My dilemma, you ask? She doesn’t care that I’m a billionaire. And why should she? It means nothing, tells her nothing about who I am.

Lily Conrad doesn’t know what I’m made of, but you can be sure of one thing...

She’s going to find out.






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Excerpt

A light sound takes me out of my own head. I look to my left, and what I see robs me of my breath. I stand taller, suddenly unable to remember my own thoughts. A profile of porcelain skin, a sharp nose, and—Jesus—a full red lip claim my attention. Hair the color of amber piled high on her head, soft tendrils frame her face. I want to let it down, comb my fingers through it, see if it’s as soft as it looks…and I keep looking, because it’s impossible not to.
The smooth lines of her nape are set in grace, my tongue already mapping the perfect path down her skin. My eyes keep going because there’s no stopping them now. Moving lower to the dress, the color is a deep red, the neckline plunging. Being six foot one has its advantages. Even from the side, I can see the dip of cleavage. I lick my lips, already begging for a taste, wanting to know if she’s as sweet as she looks. Then I continue on, because wild horses couldn’t drag me away. I need to see more.
Unfortunately, as far as skin goes, the rest is covered by the floor-length gown. Whoever she is, she’s stunning, and I can’t stop staring. She has pleasure and sin written all over her. I’m hard now. My body ready to do what is instinctual to me.
For the first time in…well, forever, I want to be reckless. I want to throw her over my shoulder and drag her to the nearest closet. Sift through all that red, lush fabric and find her pussy. Put my mouth there, sweep my tongue across her clit. Drag an orgasm out of her that makes her see stars, makes her see no one but me. I laugh under my breath because that would be a first.
As if she knows what I’m thinking, she turns my way, and I’m knocked on my ass. My first thought: I want to get down on my hands and knees and thank God for this gift from heaven. Jesus. If I thought she was gorgeous from the side, head-on, she’s exquisite. Her eyes are a moss green. No, no—that description will not do. Because that doesn’t begin to describe soft sage peppered with golden yellow flecks. They’re clear and…wait, vulnerable? Or…I don’t know, apprehensive? How can a creature so beautiful be so scared? The million-dollar question—or in my case, the billionaire-dollar question.
When I realize I’ve been staring too long, I force a word from my lips. Any word will do at this point. “Hello.”
Just brilliant, Jace.
“Hello,” she says back, almost reluctantly. “Can I help you with something?”
“Pardon me?”
She gestures with one hand, long fingernails painted red to match her dress. Red: it’s a bold color, feisty—daring, even. I wonder if she’s adventurous behind closed doors, if she likes to fuck on desks, up against walls. I wonder if she enjoys taking it in what I’m sure is a perfectly curved ass. I sure as hell want to find out. I’d relish the opportunity to have her mile-long legs wrapped around my waist, grinding on my cock.
“You were staring at me.”
And thinking salacious thoughts, but I won’t mention that.
“I was?” It comes out like a question when there is absolutely no doubt it’s the truth.
The corner of her mouth turns up, but it doesn’t match her eyes. What is that I see? I want to figure it out, and then I want to take it away for her.
“Did you have a question?”
“A question?” Did I even ask a question? Why is my brain not computing? I never waver, but this woman is throwing me off my game.
Maybe she can read my thoughts. Perhaps she knows the question inquiring minds want to know: How does she like to fuck?
I’ve been silent too long, imagining all the different ways I could bring her to orgasm, and now it looks like she’s holding back a laugh. I want to hear what her laugh sounds like. Is it high and melodic or low and raspy?
“Yes. Did you have one?”
I can feel the crease slash my forehead. “I’m…”
An idiot. Confused. Tongue-tied by your beauty.
Yeah, that’ll do.
Her eyebrows lift. “You’re…”
I clear my throat and step into my confidence once again. Then I edge closer, the scent of something floral floating under my nose. “Tongue-tied by your beauty.”
She actually laughs, and here I thought I was smoother than that. But hey, I made her laugh, so point for me.






Author Bio


Beth Michele is a bestselling author of M/F and M/M Contemporary Romance who writes sweet, funny, and sexy (sometimes dirty) stories with heart...and snark. She can often be spotted hiding out with her laptop or kindle somewhere quiet, preferably on a bench overlooking the ocean. Swedish Fish and Twizzlers are her jam, and she makes a mean hot chocolate every day of the year.


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Release Tour: Boyfriend Maintenance.

RELEASE TOUR FOR Boyfriend Maintenance by Lauren Helms

Emmy King became a disgraced high-society princess when she walked away from her family’s
money. Jake Harper is the sexy yet uninterested apartment building’s maintenance man. When the
two agree to help each other out, they quickly realize the more time they spend together the more
the lines get blurred. The fifth book in the #mustread series, 425 Madison Avenue, is now live.
Read Boyfriend Maintenance by Lauren Helms today!

Only on Amazon + Read for FREE on Kindle Unlimited



About Boyfriend Maintenance

Emmy
My bad reputation is coming back to haunt me. Now, I need a date for my brother’s wedding just to
keep the vultures at bay. I’ve noticed Jake around the building and he’s the perfect man for the job.
The thing is, I don’t actually have what I promised in return for his help, but I don’t want this to end.

Jake
I’ve seen Emmy and she’s out of my league, but that doesn’t stop me from taking her up on her offer
and upping the ante. I have rules, however, the more time we spend together the more the lines get
blurred. Her lie made her more like me than I ever thought possible. Too bad liars don’t do it for me.

A little boyfriend maintenance goes a long way…

After all, 425 Madison Avenue is the perfect place to fall in love.


*Each story is completely standalone.


Excerpt
Copyright @ 2019 Lauren Helms

 “Oh, well … hello there, hot stuff.” Mrs. Jenkins stands in the open doorway of her apartment.
Her arm slides up the doorframe slightly awkwardly as she leans into the frame. She’s
attempting to look sexy in a Japanese silk kimono robe. It’s a red floral print that hangs
nearly to her ankles. She has surprisingly good posture for a seventy-year-old woman.
Her husky voice is seductive as she gestures for me to come in. I have to mentally prepare
myself every time I have a work order for unit 2007. Which is normally once a week.
Mrs. Jenkins is a retired Broadway actress. She hit her stride when she starred in the hit
musical Chicago in the mid-seventies. Dorthy Jenkins is a dramatic, wealthy retiree who just
happens to hit on me every time I’m here. She may be a tad lonely, so I deal with it.
“Good afternoon, Mrs. Jenkins. My work order says that you’ve got faulty smoke detectors.”
Honestly, that seems a bit suspicious since we worked through the entire building updating
the detectors less than six months ago.
“Dorthy, darling. Please, stop calling me Mrs. Jenkins. You make me feel like a cougar.”
I raise my eyebrow at that. More like a puma since she’s got to be at least forty years older than me.
I set down my toolbox and scan the living room for the unit’s central detector.
“All right, Dorthy. You’re having issues with the smoke detectors? Let’s just take a look.
I’ll get these fixed up in no time.” Really, I just want to get out of here. The longer I’m in this
apartment, the more cheek pinches I get. And I’m not just talking about pinches to my face.
She gets a little bolder with each visit. Not looking forward to the day she takes it too far.
Her flirting seems harmless though. She just really appreciates those “hot young thangs.”
Her words, not mine.
“Well, no rush. I’ll just pour us a little nightcap.” I don't mention it's only four in the afternoon.
“Will two fingers do, Jake? I’ve always preferred two.” She waggles her eyebrows.
I divert my eyes. The sexual reference catches me off guard and I feel my face heat.
Clearing my throat, I shake my head. “I’m sorry, Dorthy, but no drinking on the job.” I pull out my
step ladder so I can reach the smoke detector.
“You’re such a good boy, darling. I admire that. I’ll just have a nip and enjoy the show.”
Just like she normally does. Unfortunately, she isn’t the only 425 Madison resident to watch
me while I do my job. I’ve worked in this building for nearly three years now. Growing up, I
never had dreams of becoming a maintenance man, but I’ve always been good with my hands.



Author Info:


Lauren Helms has forever been an avid reader from the beginning. After starting a book review
website, that catapulted her fully into the book world, she knew that something was missing.
Lauren decided to take the plunge and write her first novel. While working for a video game
strategy guide publisher, she decided to mix what she knew best--video games and romance.
She decided to take the plunge and joined NaNoWrimo and a month later, she had her first draft.



About the 425 Madison Series


Welcome to 425 Madison Ave the perfect place to fall in love. Nine delicious romances set in
fast-paced & sexy NYC just waiting for you to read.

The series features stories from some of your favorite romance authors: Leigh Lennon, MK Moore,
Allie York, Aubree Valentine, Kay Gordon, Lauren Helms, Sylvia Kane, Katy Ames, and C. Lesbirel.

Join these authors as they come together, each with a standalone romance for you to enjoy.

Featuring some of readers' favorite tropes: secondchance romance, best friends sibling romance
to a good ol' enemies to lovers romance. We've got you covered with a sports romance, a fake
relationship and even an ugly duckling or two. Don't forget a brother's best friend and falling for
your soul mate. Maybe a little love triangle as well. Each tale offers you something new, something
different. After all, 425

For more information, visit the series website ➝ www.425madisonseries.com

Follow the series on Facebook ➝ https://www.facebook.com/425MadisonSeries

Did you miss MUST LOVE COFFEE, LET ME LOVE YOU, JUST SWIPE RIGHT? You can read
them here:

The next books in the series are coming soon! Add them to your Goodreads shelf today!

Love Under Construction by Aubree Valentine, Book #6
An Enemies to Lovers Romance
Release: 5/16/19

Back for More by Sylvia Kane
A Brother's Best Friend Romance
Release: 6/6/19


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