Feasted On: Takhini Shifters Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 150; Kindle Edition - File Size: 316 KB | Expected Release Date: April 24, 2014 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: NetGalley

"Copper King" [Takhini Shifters Series, Book 1] by Vivian Arend

Authors' Book Description : Originally published in the Alphas After Dark Boxset

Three things make billionaire Jim Halcyon’s to-do list: women, work…and more women. It’s a perfect agenda for a rich shifter who has no problem letting his inner grizzly out to play. From the bright lights of Vegas, to the sophisticated action of New York—he’s got the money and the power to do anything he wants.

Anything, except resist the lure of Lady Luck, an ancient copper coin he gambles yearly to possess. Jim is determined to regain control of the pretty penny, and damn if he’ll let any bit of eye candy distract him from his goal. Not even the mesmerizing woman in the middle of the casino floor with the shimmering hair and enormous green eyes.

With a life-changing move ahead of her, Lillie’s finagled a temporary layover en route to her future. She’s got five days to soak in new experiences, and while Vegas is too big and shiny and loud for her shy bear self, she’s eager to do this up right. It’s the last chance she’s got to let her hair down.

Until his challenge begins, Jim is more than willing to oblige Lillie’s wish for a final fling. Only Lady Luck has some twists of fate planned for them both…

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! While on a yearly meet up with his best friend, Jim, runs into a woman who sparks up his life, but without them realizing their relationship seems to be growing into something more than a fling. But are they ready to settle down, or will the choice be suddenly taken out of their hands?

Lillie & Jim's connection is instantaneous and I loved how they playfully got to know one another. In addition, how their relationship finally ended up was very sweet!

I recommend this to those who are fans of Ms. Arend and/or like paranormal romances!!

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My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Tidal Wave | Wolf Games | Whirlpool | Wolf Tracks | Wolf Signs | Black Gold | Silver Mine

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Looking for something new ..... check these out! | Winter Themed Books To Warm You Up During the 2011 Holiday Season | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2013

Author's Novel Extras : Copper King - Overview & Excerpt | Copper King Quote | Copper King Quotes | Another Copper King Quote | Copper King Quotes | Copper King Quotes | New Release: Copper King | Flashback Friday – Copper King | Flashback Friday – Copper King

Author's Series Extras : Takhini Shifters Series - Overview

Book Teaser(s) :

She wanted someone to sweep her off her feet and rock her world all night long.
Like that was ever going to happen.
Her gaze stuttered to a stop at the approach of one of the finest masculine specimens she'd seem in her life, as if her fantasy man had come to life. Maybe this was like Disneyland, where all her dreams could come true.
When you wish upon a star...
Dream or not, watching the dark-haired man stalk down the casino aisle was an exercise in sheer pleasure. ~ within Chapter 2

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Vivian, then please check out her website.

Made the Grade: A Texas Holiday Miracle by Linda Warren

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 224; Kindle Edition - File Size: 516 KB | Expected Release Date: December 1, 2014 | Publisher: Harlequin : American Romance | Obtained: NetGalley

"A Texas Holiday Miracle" by Linda Warren

Author's Book Description : Christmas is for real

Moving to Horseshoe, Texas, to become guardian of her half sister has been rewarding for Lacey Carroll. But raising a six-year-old-especially one who has stopped believing in Santa Claus-has its challenges. Lacey’s goal is to bring holiday wonder back into the child’s life, which isn’t going to be easy with a grinch like Gabe Garrison next door. The man is mean, rude…and hurting.

After losing his son, Gabe shut out the world. But his privacy is invaded by the quirky, dynamic blonde and her kid sister, who are single-handedly filling his solitary life with love. When Lacey enlists him in a holiday campaign for Emma’s sake, he can’t resist. Will Lacey’s unique brand of healing magic make this a season of second chances-for all of them?

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars! Two sisters help their neighbor overcome his grief while getting through their own and dealing with the holiday season.

I found this novel to be very sweet and touching. Especially with the way, Lacey goes about helping Gabe get over his debilitating loss of his son while Emma keeps them both in the present with her views about Santa. I liked them all together. I just wish I liked the last 25% of the novel just as much as I liked the rest of the book. As I understand why Gabe had to go away, yet I wish it could have gone over better than it did. In addition, once Gabe finally understands what he really wants I didn’t like the way Lacey seemed to just accept it, even if it was because she wanted him back in her life.

Overall, I still recommend this novel to those who like to read about holiday contemporary romances.

Purchase This Book Here : Alibris (Paperback) : A Texas Holiday Miracle


Author's Novel Extras :

Post by Linda Warren.

Book Teaser(s) :

"I'm hopeless."
"Have you never cooked?"
Her eyes narrowed, and he was expecting a whole lot of attitude, but she replied, "Not really."
"Why?"
The eyes narrowed even more. "Don't push your luck. I'm not in a good mood."
"I'm just asking a question."
"I liked it better when you were quiet."
He leaned forward. "I know very little about you. Is your mother still living?"
She laughed, a bubbly sound that lifted his spirits.
"What's so funny?"
She pointed a finger at him. "You wanting to talk." ~ within Chapter 10

For more information on this book and/or any other books by Linda, then please check out her website.

Feasted On: Seven Sexy Sins Series, Book 2

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 192; Kindle Edition - File Size: 636 KB | Expected Release Date: March 1, 2015 | Publisher: Harlequin Presents | Obtained: NetGalley

"The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction" [Seven Sexy Sins Series, Book 2] by Dani Collins

Authors' Book Description : Ruled by duty…
A king among men, Sheikh Zafir cannot allow emotion or feelings to color his judgment. His carnal desires must be curbed for the sake of peace in his kingdom. But his control is tested by the feisty Fern Davenport; Zafir must have her.

Driven by desire…
Innocent Fern Davenport tries to resist the sheikh's skillful seduction—she knows that he could never marry her. But under the blistering sun an incendiary thirst awakes, and one incredible night results in a very lasting consequence.

Now this sheikh must claim his heir and his bride!

Seven Sexy Sins
The true taste of temptation!
From greed to gluttony, lust to envy, these fabulous stories explore what seven sexy sins mean in the twenty-first century! Whether pride goes before a fall, or wrath leads to passion that consumes entirely, one thing is certain…the road to true love has never been more enticing!

So you decide: How can it be a sin when it feels so good?
Sloth—Cathy Williams - "To Sin with the Tycoon"
Lust—Dani Collins - "The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction"
Pride—Kim Lawrence - "The Sins of Sebastian Rey-Defoe"
Gluttony—Maggie Cox
Greed—Sara Craven
Wrath—Maya Blake
Envy—Annie West

Seven titles by some of Harlequin Presents’ most treasured and exciting authors!
My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! A possessive Sheikh becomes enthralled with his sister's governess, but will getting to know her and having a little fling be worth all the risks and opposition they have against them?

I thoroughly enjoyed the earnest way Fern and Zafir fell for one another! Fern is sweetly naive and she counterbalances Zafir's fierceness enough to make their relationship that much more fun to read about. In addition, I really liked how Zafir came to his senses and went about winning Fern over, as it was so forthright and honest.

Other than it dragging a bit in the middle, I have no real complaints with this novel. I recommend it to those looking for a contemporary "Middle East Princess" Cinderella-type romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Alibris (Paperback) : To Sin with the Tycoon (Book 1) | Alibris (Paperback) : The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction (Book 2) | Kobo (e-Book) : Harlequin Presents March 2015 - Box Set 2 of 2 (The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction - Book 2)


My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Blame The Mistletoe

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : The Books I'm Thankful For (so far) in 2014 | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015

Author's Novel Extras : The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction - Overview & Excerpt | #SampleSunday - The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction | #SampleSunday - The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction (2) | #SampleSunday - The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction (3) | #SampleSunday - The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction (4) | #SampleSunday - The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction (5) | #SampleSunday - The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction (6) | The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction - Release Day!

Book Teaser(s) :

Fern woke to a pleasant awareness of the flesh between her legs and a memory of holding the sun as it went supernova in her hands. Afterward, as they'd leaned there, shaking, his arm locking her to his pounding heart, he'd whispered, "It's probably best we don't go all the way, Fern. If might kill us." ~ within Chapter 4

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Dani, then please check out her website.