Feasted On: Wild Operatives Series, Book 2

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 540 KB | Release Date: July 30, 2015 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon

"Let Us Prey" [Wild Operatives Series, Book 2] by Vivienne Savage (aka A. Payne, N. D. Taylor, & Dominique Kristine)

Author's Book Description : Leigh Denton has made her share of mistakes, but the judgmental residents of Quickdraw, Texas will never allow her to forget. Drugs and a history of criminal activity checker her traumatic past.

Now she’s cleaned up her act and fighting to regain custody of her infant. Having a relationship isn’t part of her plan.

Ian MacArthur is an eagle shifter and Air Force veteran with a big heart. His work takes him around the world, but R&R brings him back home to a town where rising drug problems are taking over the community. Falling in love with a lost soul named Leigh wasn’t part of his plan.

Leigh needs to prove she can provide a steady home, driving financially secure Ian to lend his money and his name to help. There’s just one problem: Eagles mate for life and soaring to her rescue will cost more than he’s able to give.

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! The novel starts around Ian, an Air Force veteran, coming home and meeting Leigh, a young mother that’s getting her life back together, who is also his mate. Yet, this multi-plot novel mostly focuses on its thriller aspect about cleaning up the town of Quickdraw from the thugs and drug dealers who plan to ruin the town. Will Ian be able to help Leigh out with what seems to be everything else falling apart around them?

Although this novel captivated me, with its unique characters and fast paced setting, it was not what I was expecting. Moving so fast through the storyline to keep you engaged though slow enough to make you feel like you hadn’t missed anything. This thrilling paranormal novel keeps its characters on their toes as they come together to help one another out while adding a little love into the mix.

I have a thing for bird shifters. Ian made me proud in his portrayal and the intensity of his “mate call” was very hot. Yet, even though when Ian first sees Leigh he recognizes her as his mate, it was the gradual way they went about getting into a relationship that made me really like them as a couple. Add in Betty and Sophia too, you get to see another sides to both Ian and Leigh that made me smile the whole way through this novel!

I recommend this to those looking for an inventive paranormal romantic thriller!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Shop Your Indie/Local Bookstores (IndieBound - Paperback) USD : The Right to Bear Arms (Book 1) | Shop Your Indie/Local Bookstores (IndieBound - Paperback) USD : The Purr-Fect Soldier (Book 3) | Amazon (Kindle) USD : The Right to Bear Arms (Book 1) | Amazon (Kindle) USD : The Purr-Fect Soldier (Book 3) | Amazon (Audible) USD : The Right to Bear Arms (Book 1)

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Author's Novel Extras : Let Us Prey (Book 2) - Overview

Author's Series Extras : The Right to Bear Arms (Book 1) - Overview | The Purr-Fect Soldier (Book 3) - Overview | Wild Operatives Series - Overview | The Wild Operatives Collection



Book Teaser(s) :

As he loped out of sight to inform the head of the house about my arrival, Ceres turned to me and punched me sharply in the shoulder.
"Fuck! What'd you do that for?"
She took my left hand and gestured to the plain titanium band. "Why wasn't I invited? Was it a private ceremony? Who is she... or he?" Her green eyes grew a little wider, as if all of the pieces had finally fallen together. "Oh, my God, who is he, Uncle Ian? When do I get to meet him? Did you finally get married since it's legal now?"
"I'm not gay."
"Oh... awkward." ~ within Chapter 9 - titled '~Ian~'

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Spreading the Word: Bar V5 Dude Ranch Series, Book 5

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 1326 KB | Expected Release Date: October 25, 2015 | Publisher: Tule Publishing : Montana Born Books | Obtained: NetGalley

"A Christmas Homecoming" [Bar V5 Dude Ranch Series, Book 5] by Melissa McClone

Authors' Book Description : A kiss is just a kiss…

Unless it’s under the mistletoe.

Ellie Smith is determined to make up for Christmases past by spreading holiday cheer throughout the Bar V5 dude ranch, but tech “bah, humbug” billionaire, Josiah Whittaker, refuses to bask in the spirit of the season.

Unwilling to let the geek-to-gorgeous Josiah win, Ellie plans to give him a Christmas he’ll never forget. But after a simple kiss under the mistletoe, Ellie and Josiah both start questioning everything. Can Christmas really bring the gift neither one of them were expecting: true love?

My Book Review : DNF – While I am a big fan of Ms. McClone and her Bar V5 Dude Ranch Series, as well as I enjoyed getting updates of past characters, my interest in this one just couldn’t hold for long. I mean the plot was great; a Grinch-like guy forced stay at the ranch brings him into constant contact with a girl (turned woman) from his past who loves Christmas and shows him what he truly needs in his life. But by 60% of the way through I was starting to struggle as the plot slowed down and by 74% I just gave up. I wish I could have stayed into it, as I would have liked, as there were awesome one-liners and scenes leading up to 60%. I just hope that everyone else will be more hooked into it than I was able to be.

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My Previous Review(s) for this Series : Book 2 | Book 3 | Book 4

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Expecting Royal Twins!

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Second Sentence Saturday: Kiss Me, Cowboy | Blog Tour - Bar V5 Dude Ranch Series by Melissa McClone | Spreading the Word & Gift Card with Mini Swag Bag Giveaway | Blog Tour - The Cowboys of Copper Mountain by Jane Porter, Melissa McClone and Katherine Garbera | Spreading the Word & Gift Card Giveaway | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015

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Author's Series Extras : Bar V5 Dude Ranch Series - Overview

Book Teaser(s) :

Hallmark movie perfect. His idea of a living hell. ~ within Chapter 1

The Grinch had the right idea when he tried to stop Christmas from coming. Josiah hoped the holiday spirit wasn't contagious. Better skip any offers of eggnog to be on the safe side. ~ within Chapter 1

"You're a country girl at heart, and that's all you need to be."
The air rushed from her lungs. Tingles exploded across her skin. She'd dreamed about someone seeing her.
Josiah did.
He saw her. ~ within Chapter 9

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Feasted On: Maelstrom Chronicles, Book 3

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon: Paperback - Pages: 361; Kindle Edition - File Size: 1445 KB | Expected Release Date: September 5, 2016 | Publisher: Entangled Publishing : Select Otherworld | Obtained: NetGalley

"Prodigal" [Maelstrom Chronicles, Book 3] by Jody Wallace (aka Ellie Marvel)

Author's Book Description : He nearly destroyed the world, but with her help, he can save it.

Adam Alsing—at least that’s what they tell him his name is—has no idea who he is or why he’s huddled naked in the snow next to a mysterious silver pod. When a gorgeous, no-nonsense sheriff by the name of Claire Lawson rescues him, she explains the planet’s under attack—and he’s been missing for over two years. The problem is, what he doesn’t remember can kill them.

Keeping the peace in her post-apocalyptic town is all the trouble Sheriff Claire Lawson can handle. Until the MIA Chosen One—the guy who could have prevented the apocalypse—interrupts her supply run. The Shipborn aliens want to study him, and what’s left of the Terran government wants to lock him up. But his charming demeanor and his desire to help, along with his sexy smile, has Claire fighting her better judgment to keep Adam around. For now.

Book 1 of the Maelstrom Chronicles is "ANGELI."
Book 2 is "TRAITOR."
Read Scene 1 of "TRAITOR" from Ship’s POV at Literary Escapism.
Read a Tour of the Universe article about sentient space ships at Bitten by Romance.
Listen to a Blog Talk Radio show with Linda Mooney where we talk "PRODIGAL" and peens.

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars!! The “Chosen One,” Adam Alsing, returns in the most unexpected way ... a pod with the remains of shades. He doesn’t remember who he was. He learns that he now has extraordinary powers (ones that no one can account for) so he’s not sure if who he use to be is who he truly is anymore. Nevertheless, even if he isn’t completely the old Adam Alsing, who Adam is now is the man who can help everyone out and actually save the world. But will the mystery of how he came to be, make it so no one will trust him, let alone himself? Claire helps him navigate his “new world” and together they try to save it before it’s all too late…

I’ll admit that this is the first novel I’ve read from Ms. Wallace’s Maelstrom Chronicles. Though it felt like it dragged here and there, I never felt lost in this novel’s action and suspenseful romance. Thrilling, exciting, and romantic! This world hooks you with its wit and charm then reels you in for more! Engaging characters make you fall for them all and hope to read more about them too.

Yet it was Claire’s relationship to Adam that lights up this novel and makes me wish it didn’t have to end. I enjoyed how prickly Claire was, with her being her vivacious-self. I loved how Adam seemed to calm her down in a way to make her see the “bigger picture” of it all while opening up her heart too. In addition, how they deal with Adam’s “skills” while still supporting one another was very heartwarming to read.

Even though this was my first time getting into this world, it enticed me enough that I really hope it’ll continue. I am hoping that Ship will finally get its Android and possibly a love of its own too. *hehee* Basically, what I am saying is that I HIGHLY recommend it, especially to those who are fans of this series and/or are looking for an enticing series-driven standalone sci-fi romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Shop Your Indie/Local Bookstores (IndieBound - Paperback) USD : Angeli (Book 1) | Shop Your Indie/Local Bookstores (IndieBound - Paperback) USD : Traitor (Book 2) | Amazon (Kindle) USD : Angeli (Book 1) | Amazon (Kindle) USD : Traitor (Book 2) | Amazon (Paperback) USD : Angeli (Book 1) | Amazon (Paperback) USD : Traitor (Book 2) | Barnes & Noble (NOOK Book) USD : Angeli (Book 1) | Barnes & Noble (NOOK Book) USD : Traitor (Book 2)

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My Previous Interview(s) with this Author : September 2016

My Previous Guest Post(s) by this Author : Fortune Tellers - Fact or Fiction by Jody Wallace - August 2016

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Pack and Coven

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Entangled Otherworld Fortune Teller Booth at Entangled Publishing's Summer Carnival | Blog Tour, Guest Post, Spreading the Word & GC Giveaway | Blog Tour - Prodigal by Jody Wallace | Interview, Spreading the Word, & Critter Prize Pack Giveaway


Author's Novel Extras : New Release: PRODIGAL

Author's Series Extras :

Book Teaser(s) :

The crown that made her the Queen of Assholes, but hey, she got shit done. ~ within Chapter 1

For this lady, he'd cast aside his exhaustion and doubt. "What do you say I get you out of here, ma'am?"
"You don't know me?" she asked, eyes big and wet.
"Should I?" He'd like to know her. She wasn't as tall as he was, but there was something solid about her, something reliable and strong. He couldn't remember what he'd done to be tossed into Hell--in fact, he was starting to realize he had zero memories of anything--but the fact she was here meant it wasn't all bad. ~ within Chapter 28

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Feasted On: Scandalous Ballroom Encounters Series, Book 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 2150 KB | Release Date: February 14, 2015 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon

"Masquerade" [Scandalous Ballroom Encounters Series, Book 1] by Victoria Vale

Author's Book Description : Margaret Seymour is bored by the stifling constraints of society dictating her behavior as a debutante in search of a husband. Her prospects are promising by the standards of London society, yet, not one of them causes her heart to flutter, or her head to fill with scintillating, forbidden fantasies. Those feelings are reserved for Camden Rycroft, Duke of Avonleah—a man who isn’t even aware of her existence.

While attending a scandalous Vauxhall Gardens masquerade, Margaret finds herself in the duke’s arms. His promise of a night of pleasure is tempting, but is it worth it when Avonleah is a known rake notorious for his short attention span and avoidance of marriage?

Camden Rycroft is intrigued by the masked vixen he encounters in the Gardens. After one night with her leaves him hungry for more, his desire for her turns into a fiery obsession. Despite the scandal that could ensue from their affair, he finds himself unable to extract himself from a situation destined to end in pain. When faced with losing Margaret to a potential husband, will he rise to the occasion, or risk living without her?

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! This is Maggie’s (Margaret) first season and though she longs to be the daring lady to win Camden the Duke of Avonleah’s attention. Yet, being a debutante means she is restricted by her mother’s wants/desires and the rules of the ton. So, with the assistance of her older cousin, she dresses up seductively masked and sneaks out to the masquerade at Vauxhall Gardens in which she happily captures Camden’s attention. Soon they set out on a most illicit affair that would certainly ruin her if it became known, yet they are drawn together, and both struggle to stay within society’s standards. As the season’s end draws near they realize their affair’s ending is coming soon too. Will Maggie be able to accept another man’s proposal after everything she shared with Camden or will she demand for more?

Readers will be swept away in this erotic bliss of a novel. Enticing, exciting, adventurous with an innocent’s edge, if you are looking for that sort of book this is the one for you! I appreciate the way this novel handled the intricacies of society life while a true fun erotica and a romance all in one.

Maggie is a fun character, sweet yet daring, understands her position in life but willing to take a chance. I found her very cool. Then throw Camden at her and WOW, the words burn off the pages because of the passion between them. I really enjoyed how they shared more than just their passionate play with each other as it gave their novel more substance. Plus, it didn’t hurt that Camden held my attention because of his possessive ways. I finished the book a half hour ago and I’m still burning up. 😉

I recommend this novel to anyone looking for a historical romantic erotica!!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Amazon (Kindle) USD : A Marriage Most Scandalous (Book 2) | Amazon (Kindle) USD : Tempting Two (Book 3) | Amazon (Audible) USD : A Marriage Most Scandalous (Book 2) | Amazon (Audible) USD : Tempting Two (Book 3) | Smashwords (e-Book) USD : A Marriage Most Scandalous (Book 2) | Smashwords (e-Book) USD : Tempting Two (Book 3)

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Book Teaser(s) :

"Now, what have you done to yourself?"
He pretended to inspect the arrangement, as well, but studied her in his peripheral vision. Her white and spring green gown was lovely; yet, hardly did her justice, not as the scarlet getup she'd worn to the masquerade had.
She frowned, turning her head a tick and spearing him with a confused glance. "I beg your pardon?"
"What happened to the vivacious little vixen I spent the night with?" he demanded, his voice raising a bit. "The one who waltzed with me beneath the stars and kissed me so boldly in public? The one who gave me one of the best nights of my life before running out in the morning without nary a good-bye? What have you done with her?" ~ within Chapter 12

"I think, Avonleah, that you are not as horrible as you'd like people to think you are."
He dislodged from her hold, taking her hand in his and leading her back toward the carriage.
"Dear God, what have I done?" he quipped. "Now you'll bare my secret to everyone. My reputation will be ruined."
She threw her head back and laughed. "It would serve you right." ~ within Chapter 14

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Made the Grade: Hope Springs Series, Book 3

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon: Paperback - Pages: 260; Kindle Edition - File Size: 1270 KB | Expected Release Date: May 16, 2016 | Publisher: Entangled Publishing : Bliss | Obtained: NetGalley

"The Bad Boy's Baby" [Hope Springs Series, Book 3] by Cindi Madsen

Author's Book Description : There are certain words that have always described Cam Brantley: Town bad boy. Soldier. Protector. But never, ever dad. Until he returns home from his latest military tour to discover the girl he had one smoking-hot night with is now mom to the adorable two-year-old Zoey. Who has his eyes.

Plenty of words could describe Emma Walker these days. Mom, dutiful granddaughter, budding designer, the town’s golden child. But when her longtime crush Cam Brantley comes back to town, she knows the perfect word to describe herself: screwed.

Cam and Emma are both shocked to discover he truly wants Zoey in his life. But Cam’s not sure he’s ready to be a dad, and Emma can’t gamble her daughter on maybes. As the long-simmering heat between Cam and Emma reaches a boiling point, he’ll have to work past his demons in order to be the man both girls need.

Daddy duty might be his toughest mission yet…

Series Order:
Book #1 "Second Chance Ranch"
Book #2 "Crazy for the Competition"
Book #3 "The Bad Boy's Baby"

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars! Around two years ago feeling a bit sorry for herself, Emma dolled up, went for drinks at the local bar, and “picked up” her longtime crush the local “bad boy” Cameron (Cam) only a few hours before he was being sent out to deploy again. During their evening together, Emma ended up pregnant and because of a few different circumstances, she never informed Cam about him becoming a father. Now Cam is back in town for good, with plans to bring his brother and his dream of the Mountain Ridge to life. Though he is unprepared for both Emma and his little daughter coming into his life, Cam soon falls for them both. However, as they both deal with their new circumstances and grow closer as a family their pasts and future plans come between them. Can they be able to compromise for the sake of each other or will everything fall apart?

While not quite what I expected, I was happy to escape back into Hope Springs to catch up on old and new characters. This contemporary romance has a cleverness that charmed me. Along with a spunkiness in the form of Quinn (from “Crazy for the Competition”) that made me laugh a LOT in this novel. Nevertheless, though I loved the characters (Cam, Emma, Zoey, and all the previous main characters especially) by 80% of the way through for this novel I started giving up on it as once the “big drama” hit the pace seemed to slow down giving me trouble keeping my interest. While I’m happy I pushed myself to stick with this novel, as the ending is quite sweet and I liked Cam with Emma, it was hard to do so at times.

As a family Cam, Emma, and Zoey were as cute as can be. Minus his darker attitude towards himself (at times), Cam is one hot dreamboat. I liked Emma because I could see myself in her, a natural introvert desperately trying to “break out of her shell.” Overtime Cam and Emma find they have more in common than they ever expected, from their childhood upbringings to how they like to escape into the wilderness as much as possible. They work well together and seeing their relationship grow delighted me. It was easy to root for them. I hope to hear more about them if this series progresses.

Overall, I recommend this novel and series to those who are fans of Ms. Madsen. Also, to those looking for a sweet contemporary romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Shop Your Indie/Local Bookstores (IndieBound - Paperback) USD : Second Chance Ranch (Book 1) | Shop Your Indie/Local Bookstores (IndieBound - Paperback) USD : Crazy for the Competition (Book 2) | Amazon (Kindle) USD : Second Chance Ranch (Book 1) | Amazon (Kindle) USD : Crazy for the Competition (Book 2) | Amazon (Paperback) USD : Second Chance Ranch (Book 1) | Amazon (Paperback) USD : Crazy for the Competition (Book 2)

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My Previous Guest Post(s) by this Author : Cherry Pie Submitted By: Cindi Madsen - August 2016 | Cindi's Answer to What YA Retelling She'd Like to See in 100 Words or Less by Cindi Madsen - September 2016

My Previous Review(s) for this Series : Book 2

My Previous Mention(s) of Cindi Madsen's Books/Characters : Cover Reveal: All the Broken Pieces by Cindi Madsen | New Year’s Bliss Bash Announcement & Release Day Launch‏: Love Songs for the Road | Second Sentence Saturday: Crazy for the Competition | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2016 | Entangled Bliss Pie Bake-Off Booth at Entangled Publishing's Summer Carnival | Blog Tour, Guest Posts, Spreading the Word & Shari’s Berries Classic Cake Pops Giveaway | Blog Tour - Entangled TEEN's YA Retellings Blog Blast | Guest Posts, Spreading the Word & THREE Special Giveaways


Author's Novel Extras : The Bad Boy’s Baby released this week!

"The Bad Boy's Baby" Playlist :


Author's Series Extras : Second Chance Ranch Release! | NEW RELEASE!

Book Teaser(s) :

"But what about pizza?" Emma asked Zoey.
Zoey held up the box of mac and cheese. "Cheese."
"Pizza has cheese, and you love pizza, remember?" She loved to pick off the cheese and leave the tomato sauce and crust, anyway.
Zoey's eyebrows drew together and she held the box of mac and cheese higher. Nothing made you feel more in control of life than losing an argument with a two-year-old. ~ within Chapter 6

The second Quinn hung up, she let loose a squeal. "Oh my gosh! I just got the best news! A pipe burst and it flooded the park!"
Emma drew her eyebrows together. "I never took you for someone who'd take joy in damaged parks."
Quinn grimaced. "Yeah, that came out wrong. ..." ~ within Chapter 17

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Made the Grade: A Widow's Heart: Mail Order Bride by Christian Michael

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: ??? KB | Release Date: 2016 | Publisher: Purely Publishing | Obtained: Amazon

"A Widow's Heart: Mail Order Bride" by Christian Michael

Author's Book Description : Carolina Hendricks thought she had her life figured out...

Boy was she ever wrong. She is hanging on by a thread in the ride of her life. Three months ago, she was happily married to her first love and best friend, now she is a widow in Boston with a baby on the way. The life that she had envisioned for herself is filled with nothing more than broken pieces. To top it all off, the man she loathes is determined to marry her and will not take no for an answer – he will stop at nothing to get her, even if he has to destroy her first.

Will she take a leap of faith into the unknown and trust God to keep her standing? Will a handsome stranger and his daughter be her salvation? She just met Matthew Jones; does she dare trust him? Can she afford not to? Will love be in store for both of them?

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars, a woman who recently lost her husband has her life upended again when a creepy man keeps trying to pursue her, she's informed that she's a couple months pregnant, and told she is running low on funds. A friend of her late husband's comes to her rescue in more ways than one, but will she be able to agree to all he is asking of her...

It’s a sweet short story about overcoming loss, finding a possible new love, and putting your faith in God. What originally hooked me was the novella's cover, as it seemed fitting. What I found when reading this was a woman set up for bad circumstances but she still finds her own way through it all. I liked it, even though it seemed a little preachy at times. I think I'd have liked it more if it included Matthew's POV too. Nevertheless, it's a good quick read.

I know that this short story isn’t on Amazon at this moment (at least not the same way I purchased it) but I do recommend it to those looking for a very quick Christian romance if you can find it somewhere else.

Purchase This Book Here (where it's available either under a different name or with a few more from Mr. Michael) :

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Book Teaser(s) :

Matthew offered her a ride back to the house and she agreed. He helped her clamber up in front of him. As she settled in more comfortably, she became very aware of the muscular chest against her back, the strong arms around her and the masculine scent now surrounding her.
Suddenly she felt a warm breath against her ear as he whispered, "I feel it too."
Carolina blushed, wishing she wasn't so easy to read. ~ within the story as there are no listed Chapters

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Made the Grade: Her Stepbrothers Are Dragons by Trinity Blacio

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon: Kindle Edition - File Size: 321 KB | Expected Release Date: December 23, 2015 | Publisher: Riverdale Avenue Books | Obtained: NetGalley

"Her Stepbrothers Are Dragons" [Stepbrothers Series, Book 1] by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)

Author's Book Description : Holly Brewner knew she had a problem with Christmas Eve, but she thought her way of celebrating was better anyway. Twelve days of gifts and on Christmas Day, the big one. Her father and she had celebrated every year like this, but this year was going to be different.

This year she had a new stepmom and two stepbrothers, who happened to be dragons, and that changed all her plans.

Upon their arrival, her house burned down, she was shot at, and now she was staying in a cave for two days as if that were normal. On top of that, her two stepbrothers, Darius and Malcolm Longfellow, were claiming they were her mates and that they were going to marry her on Christmas Eve.

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars, Christmas is Holly’s favorite time of year but she just learned her family has gotten a little bit fuller after she reads her father’s letter informing her of his sudden marriage and her new stepbrothers. However, she’s not going to let that throw her off, even after she learns that her latest advertising clients are her stepbrothers and they are in town to find out more about her. Therefore, she finds a way to retaliate Christmas-style. Only it all seems to backfire on her once she realizes they are dragon-shifters and she is actually their mate. Will she be able to handle all the upcoming life changes coming her way or will it all be too much?

I have read most of Ms. Blacio’s Stepbrothers Series and I have to say this one surprised me with its setup. Loaded with the Christmas-y spirit (surprising after Holly’s past comes out) and a new play on the “12 Days of Christmas” revenge style, I found this novel very entertaining and enjoyed learning about Holly, Darius, and Malcolm. Nevertheless, I found their relationship a bit forced and the beginning on the slower paced side, which made it hard for me to get into it, as I would have liked. Even so, it was Holly’s feistiness and how her men win her over that hooked me into this novel.

I recommend it to those looking for a paranormal romance that has a little erotic fun included that will get you into the holiday spirit too!

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My Previous Review(s) for this Author : The Virgin Witch and The Vampire King: Weddings Bells Times Four | Her Stepbrothers’ Demands | Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens | Her Stepbrothers Are Demons | Her Stepbrothers Are Angels

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015 | Second Sentence Saturday: Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2016


Author's Novel Extras : Her Stepbrothers Are Dragons - Overview & Excerpt


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"'On the fifth day of Christmas, there is supposed to be five golden rings, but I'll be damned if I buy you two five rings, but...'" Malcolm turned over the paper and there was nothing on the other side.
Darius stared at the box on the bed. "I hate to say it, but I'm afraid to touch the thing. What the hell is that smell?" he growled and slowly started to open the box, this time wishing he hadn't. "She send us shit!"
"Looks like five little balls." Malcolm groaned. "I'm with you, we should beat her butt." They stared at the sixth box as if it had grown a head. ~ within Chapter 1

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