Review: Steadfast

Steadfast by Sarina Bowen
My rating: 0 of 5 stars

I loved this book! Jude is the kind of broken boy I love to read. He is facing his demons and trying to stay sober and away from his ex. This book grips your heart, makes you question everything you thought you know about Jude, and has a good mystery and suspense. I was hooked from the start and could not stop listening. The narration was amazing it was my first audiobook by both of these narrators but will not be my last. Sarina Bowen’s books are always great in my opinion

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Title: MANTRUM

Author: Jacob Chance

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Release Date: January 10, 2020 Cover Design: Sybil Wilson/Popkitty Design

Mantrum: An emotional outburst or an expression of anger by an adult man.

I’ve never understood the attraction women have for an alpha male, until I meet single father, Rex Winters.

Tall, chiseled, and persistent, he tries to avoid a parking ticket by asking me out to dinner. But I know men like him. He’s a repeat offender--habitually getting into trouble and always ready to sweet talk his way out of it.

But his charm won’t work on me.

Not when he’s the reason I’m forced to attend a six-week anger management class. And especially not when I find out all six feet two inches of Rex and his two hundred pounds of sexy muscle will be joining me every single time.

It doesn’t matter how much he flirts, or how attracted to him I am. I’m the girl who enforces rules for a living and he’s the guy who breaks them.

Do opposites really attract?

I guess we're about to find out.

Jacob Chance grew up in New England and still lives there today. He's a martial artist, a football fan, a practical joker and junk food lover.

A writer of sports romcoms and romantic suspense, he plans on providing you with many more stories.

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Review: The Christmas Pact

The Christmas Pact by Vi Keeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the cutest enemies to lovers fake relationship that ever occurred at Christmas. Add the wonderful narration of My absolute all time favorite narrators Andi Arndt and Sebastian York and this is the perfect book to get you in the holiday spirit.

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Review: Girl Gone Viral

Girl Gone Viral by Alisha Rai
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely adored this book! I was instantly drawn in by the diversity in the characters and the open discussion of mental health issues. Kat, is a former model who has experienced a traumatic event you learn about through the narrative, and suffers from PTSD and anxiety. She is engaged in exposure therapy and actively working on improving her mental health. Jas is her bodyguard, and has been with her for many years, he is quiet and powerful, but he has his own traumatic past as a veteran who was deployed in Iraq. Throughout this novel these two learn how to communicate with each other but also how to become the best versions of themselves and improve their lives. This is my first Alisha Rai book and I was blown away. It is very refreshing to see the increase in diverse narratives throughout the romance genre. I received an ARC of this book through NetGalley and voluntarily give my review

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Review: The Fall of Legend

The Fall of Legend by Meghan March
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Fall of Legend fell short for me. I loved the premise, but found that the majority of this book took place with the characters separated doing their own thing. 2/3rds of the book felt like backstory and setup and the plot wasn't moving forward. The last 1/3rd of the book picked up significantly and I very much enjoyed the scenes where Legend and Scarlett were interacting together. I am hopeful for House of Scarlett to give me a little more of what I have come to expect from a Meghan March series. Joe Arden and Erin Mallon did a great job narrating these characters, but there was some audio edits that were noticeable, which was distracting for the listener.

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Review: Power Play

Power Play by Cara Dee
My rating: 0 of 5 stars

Cara Dee has become a consistent go to when I want a read that is heavy on the heat but also has an extensive story that builds the relationship between the two characters. I guess you could say she creates the perfect balance of erotic and romance in erotic romance ;). Cara created amazing characters with depth and flaws that were still accessible and relatable to the reader. I loved that Abel has Bipolar Disorder, as it is uncommon to find issues regarding mental health addressed in romance. Madigan fights with himself and his internal battle is witnessed through Abel's narrative. I would have loved dual POV, because Madigan definitely had a lot of change to cope with. I loved this book and hope to see these two in other Camassia Cove books as I work through the series.

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Wonder With Me by Kristen Proby

Today we are celebrating the newest release from Kristen Proby by participating in the blog tour! WONDER WITH ME is part of her With Me in Seattle series and it is releasing as part of 1001 Dark Nights. It just went live today! Check out an excerpt and book trailer from the title below. Click here to grab your copy now. 

 

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About WONDER WITH ME: 

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Proby comes a new story in her With Me In Seattle series… Reed Taylor doesn’t pay much attention to the holidays—until he receives a surprise present. Four-year-old Piper is the daughter he never knew about, and with the death of her mother, is also now the roommate he never expected. He’s determined to make their first Christmas together one she’ll never forget. Noel Thompson has gotten her share of strange requests in her career as an interior designer. The call to design a beautiful home for Christmas is more like a dream come true. And that was before she met her new employer—sexy and mysterious, he’s everything she ever hoped Santa would bring her. As Noel showers his home with holiday spirit, Reed showers Piper with love. And the busy life he’s created for himself no longer seems nearly as important as the one Noel is helping him build with his daughter. But if he can’t convince his decorator to stay, this could be the only year he feels the true wonder of the season. **Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**  

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REVIEW QUOTES FOR KRISTEN'S NOVELS: 

“No one does swoony alphas, strong women, and sexy love stories like Kristen Proby. She truly knows how to write romance with heart.” ~Laurelin Paige, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author “Kristen Proby is the Nora Roberts of our generation.” ~Corinne Michaels, New York Timesbestselling author “Kristen Proby is our go-to when we want to escape, when we want a love story with a slow burn, a stellar supporting cast, and heroes that have us swooning for days.” ~Christina Lauren, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author “Proby has a knack for drawing readers in with her witty storytelling and heated romances that keep readers engaged until the very end. Once you sink your teeth into this juicy tale, you’ll find yourself wishing that the Seduction restaurant was actually in your city!” ~RT Book Reviews

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AUTHOR INFORMATION:

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Proby is the author of the bestselling With Me In Seattle and Love Under the Big Sky series. She has a passion for a good love story and strong, humorous characters with a strong sense of loyalty and family. Her men are the alpha type; fiercely protective and a bit bossy, and her ladies are fun, strong, and not afraid to stand up for themselves. Kristen lives in Montana, where she enjoys coffee, chocolate and sunshine. And naps.  

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Review: Christmas Gifts: An Indecency Suites Festive Treat

Christmas Gifts: An Indecency Suites Festive Treat by Anabella Roscoff
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Gable Rhyme is gift, but also a mystery. I think the idea for this story is very creative but felt a little rushed. I have questions and want more information about Jude and Gable. I think there was definitely potential for this to be a longer novella or even a full length novel, but it was a nice Christmas story for fans of Anabella Roscoff. I was hoping for this book to be a little darker, based on how it began, but the heat was still there.

I received an arc of this book and voluntarily give my review.

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Review: Wonder With Me

Wonder With Me by Kristen Proby
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wonder with me is book 11.5 in the With me in Seattle series and I have got to say every one of the books in this series gives me the warm and fuzzies. This is a novella about Noel (perfect name for a Christmas story Heroine) and Reed (A surprise dad with a 4 year old who is trying to make their first Christmas together epic). Kristen Proby has this way of making you feel instantly connected and invested in the characters, and while this was a novella the story did not feel rushed at any point. This book was like watching a Hallmark Christmas movie but way sexier and less cheesy! If your a fan of the Seattle crew, you will love this book and the few drop in from some old friends. I received an ARC of this book and voluntarily give my review

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Review: Date Me, Bryson Keller!

Date Me, Bryson Keller! by Kevin van Whye
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I adored this book! I have not been reading a lot of YA lately and this was the perfect one to return to the genre with. Date me, Bryson Keller! was an adorably sweet coming of age, coming into ones own tale of Kai, and closeted high school senior, learning to own his life and be truthful with himself and his community. From the first page this book played like a movie in my head and I want to watch it so badly (think: To all the boys I've loved before, The kissing booth, 10 things I hate about you, She's the man...) ATTN Netflix: Snatch up this book and make it into a movie! This is the first book by Kevin van Whye and his writing style, POV and all the characters in the book. I want to send this book to middle schools and high schools across the country, because the message of acceptance is so important. Love is love and "jokes" about sexuality are not funny they perpetuate discrimination. I hope Kevin van Whye keeps writing and expanding on these characters. I want Donny and Priya's story! I want more of Kai and Bryson, I hope even the sisters get their own books! I encourage everyone to read this story and share it with a teen or preteen that they know! I received an arc of this book and voluntarily give my review.

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Review: Rush: The Beginning

Rush: The Beginning by L.A. Cotton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love rockstar romances and this novel was unlike any I have listened to. What made this so unique is that there was original musical performances during key points of the story. This enhanced the experience of the story for the reader. I became so attached to Evangeline and I hope in the next book LA Cotton includes more music and gives us some of Raph’s POV. Sarah Puckett’s performance was easy on the ears and really brought the characters to life. I couldn’t put this audiobook book down. This review was posted by a #audiobookobsessionreviewer

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Review: Filthy Vows

Filthy Vows by Alessandra Torre
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book was on my TBR since Alessandra Torre announced it. I was excited to read a story about a married couple fulfilling their fantasies together. As 1/2 of a married couple, I find the romance genre lacking in stories about married couples instead being saturated in stories of singles coupling up. It was refreshing to see a story which centered around something I could relate to... or so i thought. In reality this story is more about the reality of marriage vs. the fantasy of what married life will be like. The heroine Elle, is in love with her husband but disappointed by some of the turns their life has taken and is looking for something more. Her husband Easton wants to do whatever he can to make her happy, but will that change their marriage, or their life together? This story deals with topics of divorce and infidelity and Elle thinks a lot about the things her husband should and should not know. Parts of this story were uncomfortable to listen to, and there were parts of the story where i did not like Elle, but the performance by Rose Dioro made this story enjoyable to listen to. She did a great job with the variety of characters brought heat to some steamy scenes that otherwise could have been awkward to listen to. The steamy scenes were hot hot hot, but it wasn't enough to make up for my feelings towards Elle. I am nervous to read the next book in the series, but I am hopeful I will enjoy it more having a better idea of what to expect.

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Review: Chase the Butterflies

Chase the Butterflies by Monica James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is nothing you would expect but everything you need. I started out a little on the fence, but the more I read the more attached I became. Then you hit the plot twist and BAM! WOW! there is nothing I can say about this without giving away spoilers so just know that you will want to read this. Usually my 5 star reads are those that I will reread or want to return to again and again. I don't know if that will be the case with this book because I feel so emotionally raw after reading it. This is a 5 star read because it is a story that I know will never leave me. It has impacted me so deeply I don't even have the words to express it. This book is a beautiful tribute to Monica James' father. She has said before that this book is not a style she typically writes in, but I hope she will continue to write books like this because they are soul shifting.

I received an arc of this book and voluntarily give my review.

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Review: Hidden Truths

Titles: Hidden Truths

Hidden Truths & Stolen Lies Duet #1

Authors: K Webster and Nikki Ash

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Release: November 21, 2019

My life was easy, simple, fun.

Light.

Until I got wrapped up with the wrong people.

Nothing but a piece of property to pay for the sins of my father.

I’m to be married off to a handsome monster.

I see his truths every day, and it’s hard not to fall for the enemy.

He won’t let me escape, but I’m not sure I want to.

I wanted to marry for love, but it looks like love is a lie.

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"A deliciously-seductive, dark, suspenseful and sexy tale that hooked me from page one, and didn't let go until I had devoured it. Absolutely superb. Grab a copy right now!" Siobhan Davis, USA Today bestselling author of Cruel Intentions

Hold on to your seat and get ready as this grabs you from the beginning and won’t let you go. They pull you in and take over your body, your heart, and your mind. - Miss Petite Brunette Book Blog

This story had me from page one. I couldn’t put it down. Every time I thought I had it figured out, I’d flip the page and have a different theory. Bucket up cuz it’s a bumpy and wild ride- Nancy, reader

Dark romance suspense at its finest.-Fun Under the Covers Blog

FAN-FREAKING-TASTIC! Hidden Truths was a pager turner that kept me on the edge of my seat and wanting more. -Kristina, reader

The first in the duet, the story is captivating. There’s so much angst, drama, and suspense I literally couldn’t put it down. - Shirley, reader

Both Nikki Ash and K Webster are just amazing individually. But when they collab together, it's just a match perfectly made.- Viridiana, Amazon reader

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Hidden Truths by K. Webster
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Hidden Truths is a dark romance with a scenic backdrop. A mafia arranged marriage to settle a debt between the ruling family of Crete and a man who stole from them. This story was intriguing, had good reading flow and some steamy scenes. There was also a decent amount of mystery and violence. including sexual violence which I kept waiting to be addressed in the book, but was not. I am hopeful the next book in the duet will address these situations.

I received an ARC of this book and voluntarily give my review.

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