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Thursday, September 22, 2016

Book Review: Tempt Me (Temptation #1) by Roxy Sloane #Giveaway


Jase Banner is a private investigator and he's good at what he does. He's also good at fucking his way through the women of Boston. When an anonymous client asks him to find the dirty details on Chloe Archer, he approaches her as any other job. Yeah she's a hot little number and he wouldn't mind getting in her panties, but he didn't expect for her to get under his skin so quickly. But she's engaged to Boston's wealthiest douchebag and he won't touch her until she takes that ring off her finger.

Chloe has been so wrapped up in the whirlwind romance with her "Prince Charming", that maybe she has had blinders on to reality. Having second thoughts about her upcoming nuptials already, adding a sexy, filthy mouthed Brit to equation only confuses her more.

When author Roxy Sloane posted the first chapter from this book on her Facebook page a few weeks back, I was instantly hooked. Her filthy alpha men always, ALWAYS make me melt and I couldn't wait to get my hands on British bad boy Jase Banner. And as always, Roxy and Jase did not disappoint.

That mouth, dear god that mouth, is deliciously indecent. If Chloe did not give in I was going to knock her out and climb the damn man myself.  As you can expect from any Roxy Sloane book, the sexy times in the book can be put into the hotter than hell category. {fans self} Add in a bit of angst and pinch of mystery (just who hired Jase anyway?) and you've got a very fun read on your hands. It ends on a cliffy but there is less than two weeks until the second and final book arrives so we won't be in pain for long. I can't wait to see how this ends!


Favorite Quotes
“That’s right, darlin’. I could make you come with just one finger, but we both know, you’ll like it better with two. Thick inside you, pulsing just right. Do you want that, Chloe? Knuckles-deep, stretching you out, getting you ready to take all of my cock.”

“You don’t love that Mainwaring asshole, and you sure as hell don’t want him. Not the way you want me. So when you’re done lying to yourself, give me a call. Because you damn well know the minute that ring is off your finger, I’m going to fuck you so deep, and so raw, you’ll come screaming for more.”

“You knew from the moment we met you’d be spread and naked and screaming for me.”

“That’s right, darlin’. This is what a real man feels like. This is the cock you’ve been waiting for your whole goddamn life.”



Marianna's Rating:

**I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.




Title: Tempt Me
Author: Roxy Sloane
Series: Temptation Duet #1
Genre: Erotica, Contemporary Romance
Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/31948885-tempt-me
Blurb:
I’ve never fucked a woman who didn’t lie.
Not to me. When I’m grinding eight inches deep up against your G-spot, you can bet you won’t have the mind to remember your own name. No, I’m talking about the next guy. And everyone who’s unlucky enough to come after me.
“That’s right, baby. You’re the best.”
“Nobody’s ever gone so deep.”
And this one, the classic. The biggest fucking whopper to ever cross a woman’s lips:
“Size doesn’t matter. It’s what you do with it that counts.”
Right, love. Say that again with a straight face once I’ve stretched you so wide, you’re begging me to stop and screaming for more, all in the same goddamn breath.
Go on, I dare you.
We’ve all got our secrets, but it just happens to be my job to figure yours out. I’m the best in the business, and I never back down.
But this case is different. This girl is different.
I don’t just want her secrets. I want everything.


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About the Author
Roxy Sloane is a romance junkie with a dirty mind. She lives in Los Angeles with her hot ex-military hubby and her two kids. She loves writing sexy, complex stories about pushing the boundaries and risking it all.

Website: www.roxysloane.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roxysloaneauthor
Twitter: @Roxy_Sloane
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Friday, July 22, 2016

Book Review: Bossman by Vi Keeland #Giveaway

Reese desperately needs to be rescued from the world's most boring date, she just didn't expect the sexy stranger who insulted her a few minutes ago near the bathrooms to be her savior. Not only is Chase gorgeous, but he has an uncanny ability to make up outrageous yet somehow believable stories on the fly. Too bad she'll never see him again. Except she does. And often. And then suddenly she's working for him. How the hell did that happen?

This book was just so much fun to read.  I cried a little bit and I laughed a lot and I just enjoyed it so very much. Chase and Reese both have painful pasts, and yes those experiences cause some angst and drama and pain. I definitely felt for both of them, especially Chase who clearly has not fully healed. Reese really tried to fight the attraction, and I give her credit for lasting as long as she did, I sure wouldn't have. But once she finally gave in, they were oh so good together.

I always enjoy a Boss/Employee romance but add in Vi Keeland's heat that I've come to love and the humor that kept me smiling throughout and you just have a great hot summer read in your hands. I definitely recommend this book and I continue to look forward to more from this author.

Friday, July 15, 2016

Filthy English (English #2) by Ilsa Madden-Mills #Giveaway

Filthy English has all the makings of the type of romance book that I love:
  • Hot British tattooed bad boy? Check.
  • Second chance romance? Check.
  • Authored by Ilsa Madden-Mills, whom I would enjoy reading notes scribbled on toilet paper if they were written by her? Check.

(Did that sound creepy and stalkerish? I swear I'm not a stalker. Much.)

Bad boy Dax has a filthy tongue and he's not afraid to use it. He and Remi shared a memorable few days together years ago, but it went to shit rather quickly and they have avoided each other ever since. Now they stand next to each other in a bar in England, only they don't know it. That is until their mouths find each other again and recognition instantly sparks. As well as sexual chemistry. Can they have a each other again without dredging up past hurt and emotion?

So yeah, Dax is hot. I always love a sexy hero with ink, but throw in the British accent and it tips me over the edge, in the best way possible. I did enjoy him and his filthy mouth very much. Ilsa always has a way of making you just feel right along with her characters and boy did I feel with Dax. Not just the sex, and oh yeah I felt that, but everything else. Despite outwards appearances, Dax hides some major insecurities and it pained me to feel how vulnerable he was underneath.  I needed to see him realize how special and deserving he was.

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Book Review: Stuck-Up Suit (Cocky Bastard #2) by Vi Keeland & Penelope Ward


After reading the awesomeness that was Cocky Bastard, I could not wait for another book from this writing duo. I loved the premise of this book and how the Graham and Soraya meet: by her watching his hot, arrogant ass on the train and then finding his lost phone. What followed her discovery was pretty damn hilarious. She might have called some of the numbers stored in his phone. And she just might have texted some others. I loved this, it had me cracking up, and I really wish she did some more of that and we got to see his reaction to it. Then of course there is the entire returning the phone interaction that was just priceless. Followed by some fun and dirty banter. All of this together was really working for me and kept me laughing while I waited for the sexy stuff.

I liked Soraya a lot - her personality was fun and strong and really shown through the pages. Plus, her name is kind of kick ass. Sure Graham was arrogant and way too serious for his own good, but Soraya brought out the best in him. The progression of their relationship, however, fell just a bit flat for me. I can't really pinpoint why other than maybe it felt rushed? It's weird because it was good in so many ways but there was something missing that kept me from absolutely loving them together.

The obstacles they faced were pretty intense and I found myself extremely disappointed in their choices, particularly Soraya's. I went from adoring her to wanting to smack some sense into her. While this may not have been as big a hit for me as Cocky Bastard was (tough act to follow, honestly), it was still a good, fun and sexy read that I enjoyed. I hope this duo continues to collaborate on more books as I know it's a guaranteed good time.

Monday, March 28, 2016

Book Review: Sinful Love (Sinful Nights #4) by Lauren Blakely #Giveaway

I've been in love with this series from the beginning not only for the sexy love stories but also for the murder mystery aspect. Watching all the pieces of the puzzle fall together over the course of these novels has been very intriguing. So I couldn't wait to dig into this final installment.

Michael and Annalise were each others' first loves eighteen years ago, but time and distance took them away from each other. All these years later they are in the same city again, can they rekindle that old love? In the beginning of the book, I admit I really wasn't feeling it with Michael and Annalise. I love a second chance romance but there was just a disconnect for me here. I didn't particularly care for Annalise, not because she necessarily did anything wrong, she was just kind of "meh" for me. Michael. on the other hand, I absolutely adored. When he loves he give his whole damn heart away and it was clear he never got it back from this girl. I wanted to protect him and shield him from further heartbreak I was sure she was going to inflict.

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Book Review: Hawke (Cold Fury Hockey #5) by Sawyer Bennett

Hawke and Vale have a deep history. They spent four years together and crazy in lover before it all came screeching to a halt. Seven years later, Hawke is now an NHL superstar and Vale is the new assistant trainer for his team, the Carolina Cold Fury. He thought he got over what happened ages ago, until he sees her again and is surprised by the surge of emotions he feels. He is still extremely angry at Vale but there is something else hiding there beneath the anger. There is no way he will acknowledge that feeling or admit what it is to himself. Can they get the closure and finally maybe give things another go or is there too much hurt ro ever get past?

The boys of the Carolina Cold Fury are back! Squeeee! I love me some Sawyer Bennett hockey smut! I've enjoyed this series and have been looking forward to reading about new Cold Fury teammate Hawke. The prologue really hits you right in the chest and hooks you and sets up what you know off the bat won't be an easy love story. But I love second chance romances  and was eager to see how this played out.

I liked Vale despite the huge mistakes she made in the past. While I might not agree with her choices, I do get it. Hawke made some mistakes too and when you put all of it together its a colossal case of miscommunication. Seven years later I think Vale has grown leaps and bounds however Hawke really hasn't grown up at all. So I had some issues with him cause he really was kind of a jerl. Still partying hard and getting stupid drunk but it was that stubborn pride that really made me want to punch him. Even when truths come out he holds onto his anger and uses it as a shield and even a weapon, hurtling right at Vale. Not cool. So it left a bitter taste in my mouth for him.

Friday, January 15, 2016

Book Review: Mastered (The Enforcers #1) by Maya Banks

I can always count on Maya Banks for a hot dominant hero in her books and Drake Donovan is no exception. Dark, beautiful and beyond wealthy, he can have any woman that he wants. And he does. Often. When Evangeline walks into his nightclub, he can't take his eyes off of her. She doesn't belong in his world with her beautiful innocence, but he must have her.Almost virgin Evangeline doesn't know how she let her girlfriends talk her into going to this sexy nightclub. This is not her. In here eyes, she's just a Plain Jane, but Drake sees something more and she just can't say not to him.

I found Drake to be very mysterious on top of all the sexy, which made him even more alluring. It is clear he does more than just own a nightclub, but we don't get any real clues to what he is. By the end I kind of hated him a little bit (ok, maybe a lot) and I need the next book to see if he can redeem himself.

On the other hand, Evangeline frustrated me a great deal throughout this book. I don't mind a heroine with insecurities, but dear lord I wanted to smack some sense into this one because hers were just too much. But then we ended with her finally growing a set and standing up for herself in a way and I was proud of her for that. I'm hoping to see some more growth from her as we continue on.

Monday, December 21, 2015

Love: Uncivilized (Uncivilized #1.5) by Sawyer Bennett

Eight years after Zach and Moira fell in love, now they are married with two young children. While their love is still going strong, they are struggling with the mundane and stress that seem to have taken over. Can they find a way to work through their issues and have a happy Christmas?

I think this short read is something that any married couple with kids can relate to. You sometimes just get to a point where your relationship with your spouse takes a back seat to the kids and maybe even work. It's not right, but unfortunately it's what happens.

Moira is home with her two kiddos while Zach works crazy long hours. His time away is starting to take a toll on his family, especially with Moira reentering the workforce. Thankfully their sex life hasn't tamed at all and Zach still can be wild animal in bed.  But God I was so frustrated with both of them. With Zach for knowing his wife was unhappy but choosing to ignore it and then with Moira for not opening her damn mouth and discussing the issues. So yeah, frustrating. But very real.

As usual, Sawyer's writing is engaging, fun and damn hot and I really enjoyed this quick holiday novella. I highly recommend reading Uncivilized first though this can be read as a stand alone.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Book Review: Endure (Evolve #4) by S.E. Hall #Giveaway

Unlike my usual book reviews, I am not going to do my short summary. Why? Well simply because I don't want to risk giving anything away, especially for the readers out there who love this series as much as I do. Now, the first book in this series, Emerge, was the first New Adult book I had ever read and I immediately fell in love with this author, this crew of characters and this genre. S.E. Hall's writing is emotional and her stories take a firm grip of your heart, while making you chuckle along the way.

I have been anxiously awaiting Zach's story for what seems like forever. Then I started reading the first half of this book and I was like "WTF is going on here?!" Not because it was bad but because it was what I expected and I was feeling confused and frustrated. As I neared the half way point, my frustration with certain characters hit a high and I wanted to scream at someone. But the second half, sigh, the second half was everything I had been waiting for.

Zach is such a good guy and he's been burned too many times. I desperately wanted to see him fall in love and be happy. I wish it didn't take so long for him and his girl to get their happily ever after, but it was worth the wait. Endure was a great ending to one of my all-time favorite New Adult series. I am sad to say goodbye to The Crew, but I loved the shit out of their journey. Thank you S.E. Hall for all the tears, the laughter and the panty melting hotness.

Thursday, November 19, 2015

Book Review: Perfectly Imperfect by Harper Sloan #Giveaway

Willow Tate lost the one person in her life that loved her unconditionally. Now all she has left is a "family" of bullies who degrade her all damn day and night. (Grrrrrrr.) Their actions and words combined with her own guilt push Willow into depression and self loathing. It's not until years later when she hits rock bottom that she makes the decision to change. Though she is well on her way to having a better attitude towards herself, she just doesn't believe it when movie star Kane Masters shows an interest in her. This must be some passing fling or joke, because what would a guy like him see in a girl like her? Everything.

If you've read any of Harper's Corps Security or Hope Town books, you should know that this book really isn't anything like those. And that is NOT a bad thing, at all. You will still get hella hot sexy times and a swoon-worthy Hero, but there is a much deeper emotional level to this story that I think almost everyone will be able to connect with.

This book hit close to home for me as I am sure it will for many other women. No matter our size, shape, color, etc., so many of us struggle with self image issues. For myself personally, I have been struggling with weight and body image since I was in eighth grade. Heck, maybe even earlier than that when I was in fourth grade and a girl in my class asked me why my butt stuck. (Because my ass is awesome, bitch).I hated my body back in middle school, high school and into my twenties. It's not until now in my mid-thirties that i am finally comfortable in my own skin. Mostly.

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Book Review: Sins of Sevin by Penelope Ward #Giveaway

The first half of the book was everything I've come to know and love about Penelope Ward's writing. It was deeply emotional, beautifully written and it sucked me right in. I fell for Sevin and Evangeline, despite their sneaking around. Their chemistry and the tension was just so strong I could feel it burning off my Kindle. I wanted them to find a way out of this mess and be happy together.

Then the second part of the book happened and I had issues. I was not a fan of what happened from this point on. It was still well written and emotional, I just hated the turn everything took. I mean how much bad shit can happen to one couple? The author kept piling on these awful, painful things and I just felt like it was too much and over the top.

Despite the fact that the second part of the book didn't work for me, I absolutely LOVED the first part. L.O.V.E.D. Which is why I'm giving it 4 stars. The good far outweighed the bad here for me and despite my issues, I do think Penelope wrote another moving and wonderful story.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Book Review: Paper Hearts (Hearts #2) by Claire Contreras #Giveaway

When I read the prequel to this, Torn Hearts, a few weeks ago, I was immediately hooked into this sad story and I couldn't wait to get my hands on Paper Hearts. I enjoy a good second chance romance but I also needed to see if and how this couple could overcome such devastating heartbreak.

Mia and Jensen fell in love as teenagers, but him going to college on the opposite coast and the situations that came with it tore them apart. Now five years later, Mia is in New York City on a temporary job before she starts her permanent one back home in California. But her temp job happens to be for the same publication Jensen works for. She thought she could ignore him, ignore the pull to him that is still there, but she is very, very wrong. Cans he finally move past the pain that tore them apart and find a happily ever after with Jensen? Or will this just be the closure that both of them need to finally move on?

I fell in love with Claire's writing in Kaleidoscope Hearts and this was another beautifully written story. I felt like I was living Mia's pain for her. The book is predominantly from her point of view, with some from Jensen in the form of his blog posts/articles. I enjoyed that unique way the author added Jensen's voice to the story. However, I struggled a bit with Jensen himself. He held anger towards Mia  because she never forgave him and let him back in. Excuse me Mister, but YOU are the one who screwed up. YOU were the one who walked away. I very much felt Mia was justified in reaction and I know I probably who have reacted the same way. So I had a hard time connecting with Jensen because of this. That being said, I did like everything else about him (hot dad alert!) and I very much wanted a happily forever after for these two. It was heartbreaking and painful at times but oh so good.


Marianna's Rating:


**I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.



Prologue
Jensen

I don’t take ownership in a lot of things. I rent an apartment, lease a
car, and go to a no-contract gym. I have a wandering heart—an
incessant mind. It’s hard for me to look at something and see forever;
though I had a forever once.
I let her go, not because I loved her too much to ask her to stay,
but because I couldn’t bear to hear her tell me she wouldn’t. Still,
every once in a while I wonder.
And nothing is more haunting  than regret.

Read the first chapter HERE!




Title: Paper Hearts
Author: Claire Contreras
Series: Hearts #2
Genre: New Adult, Contemporary Romance
Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/25284952-paper-hearts
Blurb:
I lost her.

No, I didn't lose her. I threw her away.

She was my best friend.

I was never supposed to fall in love with her.

I was careless.

She was heartbroken.

I was doing fine until she came back into my life and reminded me what love was supposed to feel like.

When it's all said and done, she may not want to stay, but this time I'm going to do everything in my power to not let her go.


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About the Author
Claire Contreras graduated with her BA in Psychology from Florida International University. Shelives in Miami, Florida with her husband, two little boys, and three dogs.

Her favorite past times are: daydreaming, writing, and reading.

She has been described as a random, sarcastic, crazy girl with no filter.

Life is short, and it’s more bitter than sweet, so she tries to smile as often as her face allows. She enjoys stories with happy endings, because life is full of way too many unhappy ones.

Website: clairecontreras.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CContrerasBooks
Twitter: @ClariCon





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Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Book Review: Forsaken (The Secret Life of Amy Bensen #3) by Lisa Renee Jones #Giveaway

Before you dive into this book, I highly recommend reading the previous two in the series first. Technically they might not be required, but I think you will have a better understanding of things if you do. As it was, it had been so long since I myself had read them that it took me a chapter or two for my brain to kick in and remember where we left off. Quickly I was reminded of how perfectly Lisa combines edge of you seat suspense with panty melting sexiness and I was sucked right back into the story.

Chad doesn't trust anyone, and given his past, you really can't blame him. Now he is in a race to get to his sister before the evil he is responsible for gets to her first. Enter Gia. She helps him escape but why? What are her true motives? Chad doesn't want to trust her; he can't afford to. But he is given little choice if he wants to save his sister and get the revenge his soul craves.

I have to say that Ms. Jones did a fabulous job of keeping me guessing at who was on Chad's side and who could be betraying him. Had he been trusting the wrong people all these years or was the newcomer to blame? I had my suspicions but they kind of wavered back and forth for most of the book. It was clear Gia wasn't telling him the whole truth and I was dying to find out what all of her story was.

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Book Review: Professor Cline: Redeemed (The Professor #2) by J.M. La Rocca

This is the second and final book in The Professor series from J.M. La Rocca. You must read book one, Professor Cline: Revealed, first! Secrets will be revealed, questions will finally be answered and lives just may be splintered apart.

I have been anxious to get my greedy hands on this book from the moment I finished the first one. I fell in love with Mason back in Professor Cline: Revealed, with his dominating sexy ways and shattered soul. That love only grew more here. I wanted him to have his wicked way with me, over and over again, and then I just wanted to wrap him up in my arms and hug the fuck out of him. If any man needs a good hug, it's him. My heart broke for all he has endured and for all the pain he has hidden from the world.

Thursday, June 18, 2015

Book Review: Beat (Life on Stage #2) by Vi Keeland #Giveaway

I loved Flynn in Throb. He was just a sexy sweetheart and I couldn't wait for his story. And oh boy, Flynn did not disappoint. (Note: Beat it a standalone novel. You do not need to read Throb first, though I highly recommend it). Now I don't like to give any spoilers in my review, however I also know there are touchy subjects that some readers prefer to avoid. So I feel that I need to warn ahead of time that there is some cheating in Beat. I'm not a fan of it myself, but I find I can tolerate it when the characters are worth it. And Flynn Beckham is worth it.

The minute Flynn sets his eyes on Lucky, he knows he wants her. He knows she is unlike any other woman he has met before. But Lucky is dating the lead singer of a popular rock band. The rock band he happens to be opening for on tour. So that might be a bit of a complication. As much as Flynn does not want to be the other man, he just can't seem to stay away from her.

Lucky has had a crush on Dylan Ryder since she was a tween, and now she is living a dream as his girlfriend. It's not until Flynn walks into her bar that she begins to question their relationship. Is it truly love or still just girlhood fascination?

Thursday, June 4, 2015

Book Review: Beyond the Cut (Sinner's Tribe MC #2) by Sarah Castille #Giveaway

Dawn had made the mistake of getting involved in the outlaw biker world when she was younger. Though she got out, she is still fighting for herself and her girls. So getting involved with another biker is absolutely out of the question. But Cade is just so hard to say no to.

Cade, treasurer of the Sinner's Tribe MC, is not a one woman man. One night is all any of them get before he moves on to the next. From the moment he met Dawn, he knew she was different and that one night would never be enough. Can he convince her that he's not at all like the biker's she knows and that he will protect her? And when her past shows up with a vengeance, will he be able to keep that promise?

As a big fan of the Son's of Anarchy TV show, I am just now starting to get into MC romance novels. I have read and enjoyed all of Sarah Castille's MMA romances so it was a no brainer for me to give her Sinner's Tribe MC series a go. And I am really glad that I did. There is action, danger and of course violence, plus a good amount of misogynistic assholeness. However, overall it is a fairly mild MC story as far as the blood and violence goes , which is just how I like them.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Book Review: 21 Stolen Kisses by Lauren Blakely #Giveaway

Eight years separate Kennedy and Noah. It doesn't seem like all that much really, except that she is only seventeen. And he is her mother's agent and best friend. So yeah, kind of a big deal and it means everything about their relationship is forbidden. They've tried to stay away from each other, but it is impossible. With Kennedy's eighteenth birthday getting closer, they hold onto hope that their relationship will work. But how could it?

We all know that Lauren Blakely gives us fabulous and super steamy erotic romance, so sometimes I forget that she can also write the hell out of emotional new adult romance as well. This is not erotic in any way, though their is plenty of sexual tension. This book was very sweet but also heart wrenching and just a great read. I loved both of these characters, especially Noah. It is so  refreshing to read about a sweet guy that  makes you swoon for a change. He was wonderful to Kennedy and had no problem expressing his love for her. Mot importantly I think was his patience.

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Book Review: Afraid to Fly (Fearless #2) by S.L. Jennings

Dominic uses women to help push back the memories of his abused childhood. A past he relives every night when he closes his eyes. The countless women help, but only momentarily, and it isn't long before the darkness invades again. Raven is the sole caretaker of her brother and is working her ass off to keep them going. And for some reason, she hates Dom. Despite her animosity towards him, Dom is drawn to Raven and he just can't stay away. Even though he knows he should, for both their sakes.

Dear God, S.L. Jennings knows how to write a story that completely captures your heart from the first word and holds you in a vise grip until the very end. Despite Dom's manwhorish ways, it is impossible not to love the man. He is just a good caring guy. He's not cold or callous to the women he is with, but it is painful watching him go from one girl to the next. He puts his heart and soul into helping other at risk kids and I admire the hell out of him for that.

Raven was a bit more vexing for me. Overall I liked her, mostly, but the unknown hate she held for Dom pissed me off. Just get over yourself already or spit out what the hell the problem is. And then when we do find out, I kind of wanted to punch her. But together, Dom and Raven are good for each other and I wanted to see them both push past their demons and find some happy. This was a heart wrenching and emotional read that enjoyed from start to finish.

Monday, May 11, 2015

Book Review: Dragon's Lair (Wind Dragons MC #1) by Chantal Fernando

Faye walks in on her boyfriend with another woman and suddenly, her carefully laid out plans for the future go up in smoke. Deciding to go out for a night of fun, she runs into the boy she's had a crush on for years. Except he isn't a boy anymore. No, he is very much all man and even hotter than she remembered. He also happens to be her ex's older brother. But does any of that even matter when all either of them wants is just one night? Except one night turns into more than they anticipated and now she is thrust into Dex's motorcycle club world. 

This is my first read by Chantal Fernando and  only the second MC series I have started and I am wondering why I waited so long on both accounts. As far as MC stories go, I'd say this is on the lighter side when it comes to the violence level. And that is perfectly fine for me, I prefer them to be mild like that. In fact, that is probably why I have only read a handful of books in this genre and so I am glad I decided to go with this one next.

There is plenty of drama, a little bloodshed and some nice sexy times. Very, very nice. I was sucked in from the get go and enjoyed no only Dex's alpha ways but also meeting the other members of the Wind Dragons MC. I can't wait for them all to get their own books.

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Book Review Night Shift Anthology #LoveIsLove

I was super excited about this anthology because of the kick ass lineup of authors in it. I've enjoyed books from 5 out of 6 of them. Eden Butler is the one who is new to me and I'm glad I got a chance to read something from her, more on that later. I loved the idea that while all stories are separate from each other, they all take place in New Orleans and more specifically each have a connection to Tulane Medical Center in NOLA. Overall I enjoyed this anthology and it was a quick weekend read. Scroll down for comments and ratings on each individual story.

Marianna's Overall Rating:

**I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.


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