Made the Grade: The Werewolf's Wife by Michele Hauf

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 281; Kindle Edition - File Size: 460 KB | Expected Release Date: April 03, 2012 | Publisher: Harlequin Nocturne | Obtained: NetGalley

"The Werewolf's Wife" [A Part of the Beautiful Creatures World] by Michele Hauf

My Book Summary : This book picks up Ridge's story not long after "Her Vampire Husband" ...

Now that Ridge is the Principle (aka the Alpha) of the Northern Pack it's time for him to start acting like it. The first step in doing so is setting a good example by settling down with someone and starting a family of his own. Yet for him to do so he'll need to divorce the woman who became his wife thirteen years ago, they had one wild night together in Las Vegas and then went their separate ways. However, when he goes to see Abigail to have her sign the divorce papers he gets more than he bargained for.

Thirteen years ago, Abigail would have called herself the baddest witch of the Midwest and it would have been true, but times have changed since she became a mother twelve years ago. However, even though she never expected to see Ridge again she knew the day would come at some point and is very thankful that that day happens to be today since she just learned that her son has been kidnapped and she has 48-hours to get something that the kidnappers want for her son. Ridge is like a knight in shining armor to Abigail and for his help in rescuing her son she'll sign the divorce papers. Nevertheless, when all things are said and done will either of them want to say goodbye at the end?

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars! This sweet and unique novel is full of twists and action! Even though this book has a slow start, I was intrigued by the dynamics of the life the characters are set in as well as the attraction that blooms off the pages between the main characters! Abigail fights not only the current situation that she's in but also herself in what she thinks is the right course for her and her son against what she wishes would happen for her. While Ridge deals with his own issues from his childhood, their past night together, and what his future might hold.

It all comes together in an adventure-packed book that I would recommend to anyone who enjoys Michele Hauf's novels and/or to anyone who likes paranormal romances!!

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Monsters Don't Do Christmas

Author's Series Extras : The Beautiful Creatures World - Character List | The Beautiful Creatures World - Term List | Beautiful Creatures (Tumblr)

Author's Novel Extras : Meet Ridge & Abigail

Author Book Trailer :

Book Teaser(s) :

"So you're playing for your own team now?" He hitched a sneaky look her way.
"What? You think I'm a--- No, I still like men. Lovers suit me, but a boyfriend? Not on my radar."
"I'm sorry about that. I think being in a relationship would be the best thing for a person's heart and soul. The soul needs love."
"The soul also requires freedom," she responded. ~ within Chapter 3

It was the only thing that made sense if, indeed, no spell had been conjured.
And he could believe she hadn't had time to concoct a spell. He'd wolfed out. She'd zapped him. It all happened within seconds.
On the other hand, Abigail Rowan had lived for centuries. Certainly she had an arsenal of spells on hand, ready to throw immediately should the situation arise.
He prodded the eggs on his plate, wishing for some sausage or bacon, any kind of meat. Vegetarians. He didn't trust them. ~ within Chapter 12

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

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Feasted On: Phoenix Rising Series, Book 1

Format: Paperback | Pages: 342 | Release Date: February 28, 2012 | Publisher: Brava Books | Obtained: Cynthia Eden's Twitter Giveaway

"Fever" [Phoenix Rising Series, Book 1] by Joan Swan

My Book Summary : A case of mistaken identity couldn't come at the worst time for Alyssa, especially when it causes her to be taken hostage by a prisoner, Teague, in the middle of his abdomen ultrasound. Now she's on the run, not willingly (especially at first), with Teague and involved in his floundering plan on gaining his freedom while getting custody of his daughter back. Throughout the experience, Alyssa will find out how much and what she's willing to handle, along with finding out that not everything in life is really, what it seems.

Teague has been in prison for a crime he didn't commit. After three years, his plan to escape has finally here and his hostage (who's also his leverage in getting his daughter back) isn't anything like he thought she would be. She's strong, bullheaded, and very determined in everything she does. Throughout the "hostage" situation, they go through a lot together. Therefore, not long after he finds out who Alyssa really is, they get on friendlier terms with each other.

In addition, Alyssa decides that she needs to help Teague become a free man, just more legally then he had planned. In doing so their lives take massive turns, they both have to decide what they most want in their lives, and what they are willing to do (and/or give up) to make those dreams come true.

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! This riveting and enticing novel will keep you on your toes while wishing for the romance relationship between the main characters and Teague's main goals to all work out for the best. I could not believe some of the twists that happened in this book, but it has government conspiracy out the wazoo! The characters in this novel are very dynamic, diverse, sizzling and soo much more!

However, I will say at the beginning of the novel (like Taz and sometimes Teague) I was annoyed with how Alyssa handled herself or some of the reactions she had to her situation. Yet even as I say that, it really appealed to be that she was portrayed as such a strong heroine. Alyssa never backed down from anything that came at her throughout this whole book, which was very admiring.

Than the only other thing, that I wish could have been more developed was the things Tara did. Are they going to prosecute her? Was it really an accident? Did the warehouse fire make her do some of the things she did, like Suzanna?

I hope that my unanswered questions will be answered in the second novel in this series, "Blaze," or at least in some book down the line. Since in my opinion I don't think it was an accident. Nevertheless, until the author tells us ... who really knows the truth? =0/

Anyway ....

All in all, I REALLY liked this novel and I have high hopes for this series! I recommend this book to anyone who likes to read contemporary romance novels with a slight paranormal feel to it.

I hope you'll like it as much as I did!!

Book Teaser(s) :

"Shhh." Creek silenced her with a wave of his hand.
"The San Quentin inmates subdued guards and reportedly escaped the facility with a woman whose identity remains undisclosed. It is unclear at this time whether that woman was a hostage of an accomplice."
"Accomplice?" Alyssa sat straight up and swung her legs over the side of the bed. "You've got to be kidding me. Why would they . . . ? How could they . . . ?" ~ within Chapter 8

"You don't strike me as a random cruising kind of guy," Alyssa said. "Why are we here?"
"What kind of guy do I strike you as after our whole fifty-six hours together?"
"Like a guy who has secrets."
"That's not news, not is it?"
He turned into the parking lot, his attention scanning each row as he drove. ~ within Chapter 13

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

"Waiting On" Wednesday: Somebody to Love

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"Somebody to Love" by Kristan Higgins
Expected Publication Released Date: April 24, 2012

Author's Book Description:

After her father loses the family fortune in an insider-trading scheme, single mom Parker Welles is faced with some hard decisions. First order of business: go to Gideon’s Cove, Maine, to sell the only thing she now owns—a decrepit house in need of some serious flipping. When her father’s wingman, James Cahill, asks to go with her, she’s not thrilled...even if he is fairly gorgeous and knows his way around a toolbox.

Having to fend for herself for the first time in her life, Parker signs on as a florist’s assistant and starts to find out who she really is. Maybe James isn’t the glib lawyer she always thought he was. And maybe the house isn’t the only thing that needs a little TLC...

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Just One of the Guys | The Next Best Thing | All I Ever Wanted | Until There Was You

Feasted On: An Accidental Birthright by Maisey Yates

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 322 KB | Release Date: April 2011 | Publisher: Harlequin Presents | Obtained: Amazon.com / Carrie Ann Ryan's Giveaway

"An Accidental Birthright" by Maisey Yates

My Book Summary : Alison has always wanted to be a mother. Over the years, she has planned her life so she could get pregnant and become the best possible mother there could be. However, never in her plans did she ever want a husband or plan on having a father for her child, assuming she could be enough for the baby.

Now she is currently pregnant with her first child, and it should be the happiest time in her life. And it was, up until the clinic she went to called to tell her that they mixed up the samples that she chose with another person’s accidentally. Therefore, Alison has a big problem on her hands. She chose her donor specifically because as she is a non-affected carrier of Cystic Fibrosis, she wanted to have a father who didn't have that genetic flaw so there wasn't the possibility that her child could get the disease like her sister had. With those thoughts in mind, she goes to find the father of her child so she can be certain everything will be okay and finds out the shock of her life ...

... the father of her child, Maximo (Max), is the Prince of Turan and her baby will be a royal heir!!

Where for Max, after recently dealing with a devastating loss of his wife a few years ago, this is an unexpected second chance at the child he was working for before his wife died. There is no way he is willing to let Alison go. Therefore, the only conclusion is for them to get married! The big question is can they make it work, especially since neither planned on marrying anyone anytime soon...

My Book Review : 4.5 out of 5 stars!! This novel is the perfect complement to anyone looking for an easy read that will entice you enough to wish you were Alison!! I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, from how unique the plot was to the budding romance and deep respect that you read from Max & Alison!! They were just the type of couple that held your attention enough to wish there was more to the story!! And that was my only problem with this story .... I could not get enough of it! =0)

I recommend it to anyone who's a romantic at heart!

- On a side note -
I really hope that doctor of Max's got fired, since she was a real bitch! Plus, I am really curious as to what happened between Alison and her new in-laws. Mostly I want to know how their relationship is now as it was really rocky throughout the book. =0/

Check out Maisey's answers to my above side note!!
Author's Novel Extras : Behind the Scenes of An Accidental Birthright | Maximo's Trading Card

Book Teaser(s) :

It wasn't a demanding kiss. It was a slow seduction of her body, her mind, her senses. She'd never been kissed like this, with this level of skill and sensuality.
She'd kissed men before. Mostly back in college when she'd bothered with the pretense of casual dating. But never had a kiss made her feel so hollow, so desirous for more, as if she was in need of something only this man possessed. ~ within Chapter 3

"I promised I wouldn't force you, Alison, but I didn't say I wouldn't seduce you."
Her stomach flipped, and as her nausea was starting to fade already there was no way she could place the blame on her pregnancy. "Well, that isn't...it's not...you won't be able to."
He leaned in, his lips just a breath away from hers. "What did I tell you about issuing challenges?"
"I..." She couldn't tear her eyes away from his mouth, couldn't stop herself from leaning in just slightly... ~ within Chapter 7

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