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Friday, July 24, 2015

Disappointmentville: Romance Island Resort Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 308; Kindle Edition - File Size: 606 KB | Expected Release Date: August 3, 2015 | Publisher: Lost Plot Press | Obtained: NetGalley

"Maid for the Rock Star" [Romance Island Resort Series, Book 1] by Demelza Carlton

Author's Book Description : A maid at the exclusive Romance Island Resort, Audra knows how to handle rock stars, billionaires and celebrities. She keeps their secrets, cleans up their mess and makes sure their holiday is a memorable one. There’s just one rule: no relationships with guests. And Audra never breaks the rules.

Jay Felix is rock royalty and he knows it. When one of his bandmates threatens to break up the band, he goes into hiding at the Romance Island Resort. Looking for a distraction, he sets his sights on the unattainable Audra. But what’s a rock star to do when the girl he wants is the one woman he can’t have?

Welcome to paradise, where the romance is as hot as the weather and the tides aren’t all that’s surging beneath the surface.

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars. A rock star decides to stay at a remote island Resort in Australia while coming to terms with being on a "farewell tour" at only the age of 25 years old. While there, he becomes enamored with his maid and tries to peruse her by any means necessary.

I tried to like this novel but I found Jason (Jay/the rock star) and Audra both hard to enjoy as main characters. Jay portrays a main who is self-centered and all about getting laid, it was hard to find any depth with him. Whereas Audra is poor, trying to find the self-control not to hook up with Jay so she won't lose her job, and allows her family and coworkers to steamroll over her. Together I thought they might have a nice friendship but it wasn't love. In addition, I'm not sure how they can have anything long-term because of Audra's career goals and how this novel ends.

In truth, I don't recommend it unless you're looking for a straight erotica without much romance.

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Author's Novel Extras : Dreaming About Stars – Seven #SexySnippets on #MySexySaturday

Prepare to be teased :D Rock god Jay Felix is causing trouble at the Romance Island Resort...and his first book will be...
Posted by Demelza Carlton on Saturday, July 11, 2015

You all know how I love to tease...and it being Tuesday morning and all, I figured this was kind of appropriate....
Posted by Demelza Carlton on Monday, July 20, 2015

Author's Series Extras : Romance Island Resort Series - Overview

She did it again - Elizabeth Ellen Carter tagged me for 7 lines from a WIP. I *still* can't share the cover or title of...
Posted by Demelza Carlton on Sunday, May 24, 2015

Book Teaser(s) :

MAID FOR THE ROCK STAR by Demelza Carlton -- Read my #bookreview here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Friday, July 24, 2015

"I've never flown in a helicopter before, so that makes two of us."
"I get to pop your cherry and someone else is paying for it? How do you feel about taking the scenic route, if it's your first time?"
She blushed. "You're the pilot. As long as we get to the airport in one piece and then back here with my patient, or whatever he is, the flight route's up to you." ~ within Chapter 27

She saved her brother's life. Why the fuck would he want anyone else watching out for him? ~ within Chapter 33

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

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Blog Tour - A Time for Everything by Mysti Parker | Spreading the Word & Gift Card Giveaway

Today I'm turning my blog over to Mysti Parker author of "A Time for Everything!!!"

ALSO -- Be sure to check out Rafflecopter at the bottom of this post to be able to sign up for this blog stop's GIVEAWAY!! [Blog Tour & Giveaway will run on July 21, 2015]

"A Time for Everything"
by Mysti Parker (aka Misty Baker)
Author's Book Description :

****

What readers are saying:

“The book truly encapsulated the situation of the time – a Confederate living in Union territory. The mere difference of opinion between Union and Confederate…the vestiges of the war…the consequences of one’s actions…the choice of who you love and how you show it.”

*****

“If you enjoy stories from the Civil War then you will definitely enjoy this one. Don’t forget to grab the tissues before you start.”

This book is available to order on :

Amazon (e-Book) | Barnes and Noble (e-Book) | Smashwords (e-Book)

** Be sure to add it to your TBR pile on Goodreads! **

**Brentwood, TN, 1865** On a frigid Christmas morning, a young widow decided to join the husband and daughter she had...
Posted by Mysti Parker on Friday, June 19, 2015

About the Author :

Mysti Parker is a wife, mom, author, and shameless chocoholic. She is the author of the Tallenmere standalone fantasy romance series and The Roche Hotel romantic comedy series. Her short writings have appeared in numerous anthologies and magazines. Her award-winning historical romance, "A Time for Everything," will be published this summer by EsKape Press.

Other writing pursuits include serving as a class mentor in Writers Village University's seven week online course, F2K. She has published two children's books ("Quentin's Problem" & "Fuzzy Buzzy's Treasure") as Misty Baker.

When she's not writing fiction, Mysti reviews books for SQ Magazine, an online specific publication. She resides in Buckner, KY with her husband and three children.

Coming July 7: Portia had never seen the man Beau was before the war, but one day she caught a glimpse...Pre-Order...
Posted by Mysti Parker on Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Book Excerpt :

“Now don’t give me that look, son. It’s been two years. You need to find somebody. Give Jonathan a mama.”

“He had a mama. And we’re fine.” Beau hated the way his voice broke every time someone forced him to talk about Claire, so he made his retreat into Scout’s stall. The sixteen-year-old stallion was the most level-headed Morgan he’d ever owned. He nuzzled his master as soon as he saw the brush in Beau’s hand.

Ezra followed, thumbs tucked behind his overall straps. “You’re not fine, Beauregard. You need a lady to run things around here. Harry and Isaac are back with the new teacher, right?”

“I reckon so.” He brushed Scout’s neck with soft, gentle strokes.

“Portia, wasn’t it? Portia McAllister?”

“You’d know better than me. I didn’t want to hire her in the first place. It’s bad enough she’s a Rebel’s widow, but Harry says she’s not what we expected. Is she blind or deaf or missing a leg or what?”

“Heck if I know, son. I ain’t met her yet, either. All I’ve seen is her letter.”

“And according to that letter, her husband worked as an overseer.”

“Part-time assistant to an overseer.”

“Same difference.”

“Don’t matter what he was. She’s a former schoolteacher. And you know Claire wanted this for Jonny until he’s old enough for the university. I ain’t gonna be responsible for her coming back to haunt us for not abiding by her wishes.”

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Saturday, July 18, 2015

Feasted On: At Ease by Olivia Brynn

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 684 KB | Expected Release Date: August 18, 2015 | Publisher: Samhain Publishing | Obtained: NetGalley

"At Ease" by Olivia Brynn (aka Alanna Coca)

Authors' Book Description : Jaycee Hanson has the best seat in the house in Psych 301. Right behind Tyler Johnson, ROTC captain and star of her erotic fantasies. But while lusting from afar, she’s come to one disappointing conclusion. He doesn’t seem to date outside his race.

When an accidental touch near the end of class turns into an impromptu foot rub, the rest of her wet-noodle bones are willing to go anywhere Tyler leads. She just never expected to be led into the nearest stairwell.

Tyler isn’t sure what to make of the smart, beautiful woman in his arms. If he’d had any idea Jaycee was interested in him, he would have made a move long ago. But each time he looked her way, she avoided his gaze.

A blissful afternoon at his place seems the start of something special—until objections to their relationship arise from an unexpected source. Causing Jaycee to wonder if sizzling sexual chemistry is enough.

This book has been previously published.

Product Warnings
Contains a semi-public quickie against a wall, impromptu picnics, and a hero who knows where to draw the line—and it’s not between him and his woman.

My Book Review : 4.5 out of 5 stars!! After months of lusting after one another Tyler and Jaycee follow through on their feelings and see what happens. However, as they quickly get to know each other unplanned for obstacles get in the way, will they be willing to make a big commitment into their budding relationship so soon?

WOW! This erotically charged novella hooks you with its spicy storyline and then reels you in with its heartwarmingly sweet characters! Tyler and Jaycee are a great couple who’s chemistry off the charts. Even though this is a whirlwind romance novella, which only shows a glimpse into the beginning of their relationship, I have a good feeling about them being together.

I definitely recommend this novella to those looking for a hot erotica romance!

Purchase This Book Here : Kobo (e-Book) : At Ease

Posted by Olivia Brynn - Erotic Romance Author on Monday, June 22, 2015

Author's Novel Extras : Saturday Status 11/15/14 | Saturday Status 2/28/2015

At Ease

Publish at Calameo

Book Teaser(s) :

AT EASE by Olivia Brynn - Erotic Romance Author -- REVIEW TO BE POSTED ON JULY 18TH 2015 at...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Wednesday, July 1, 2015

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

Second Sentence Saturday: My Perfect Mate

SECOND SENTENCE SATURDAY is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by Jess of From Me to You ... Video, Photography, & Book Reviews. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

Grab the novel/novella your currently reading

Open to the first page of Chapter 1 or its Prologue

Share the SECOND sentence from that page

Share the novel/novella's title & its author, so that other participants can add that novel to their TBR Lists if they want

MY Second Sentence Saturday :

"My Perfect Mate" [The Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series, Book 10] by Caryn Moya Block

A simple favor of driving his friend Mathis Levesque's limo had turned into so much more.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Blog Tour - Feasted On: Madison's Song by Christine Amsden | Review & Gift Card Giveaway

Today I'm turning my blog over to Christine Amsden, with a review of her novel "Madison's Song," which happens to be a spin-off from her Cassie Scot Mystery Series!!

ALSO -- Be sure to check out Rafflecopter at the bottom of this post to be able to sign up for this blog stop's GIVEAWAY(s)!! [Blog Tour & Giveaway will run on July 15, 2015]

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 555 KB | Expected Release Date: June 30, 2015 | Publisher: Twilight Times Books | Obtained: Goddess Fish Promotions

"Madison's Song" by Christine Amsden

Author's Book Description : Her voice is enchanting; his soul is black…

Madison Carter has been terrified of Scott Lee since the night he saved her from an evil sorcerer – then melted into a man-eating monster before her eyes. The werewolf is a slave to the moon, but Madison’s nightmares are not.

Despite her fears, when Madison’s brother, Clinton, is bitten by a werewolf, she knows there is only one man who can help. A man who frightens her all the more because even in her nightmares, he also thrills her.

Together for the first time since that terrible night, Scott and Madison drive to Clinton’s home only to discover that he’s vanished. Frantic now, Madison must overcome her fears and uncover hidden strengths if she hopes to save him. And she’s not the only one fighting inner demons. Scott’s are literal, and they have him convinced that he will never deserve the woman he loves.

*Stand-alone companion to the Cassie Scot series

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! A spin-off from Ms. Amsden’s Cassie Scot Mystery Series about Cassie’s best friend Madison who deals with coming to terms with her “magic,” using her gift of song as something more than the kids she teaches, finding a way to help her brother, and finding out to deal with her feelings towards Scott, the local Alpha werewolf.

I found this novel to be intensely riveting, especially with how Madison goes through the process of being a “little mouse” of a woman to standing on her two own feet. The changes Madison goes through throughout this novel are dramatic. Yet, I liked how determined she was help her brother even if that made her “evil.” In truth, though I was sucked into all of the drama flying around later on, the beginning didn’t hook me. It wasn’t until I was able to start reading from Scott’s POV in Chapter 2 that I started to get reeled in.

From all of the buildup about how they met to the night that has held them hostage with nightmares for the past two years, it was hard not to feel that Scott and Madison were meant for one another. Even with the fact that Scott is a werewolf, and neither feel comfortable about her safety with that side of him, they are both have similar temperaments and wants that it made me want to push them together myself. After reading about their adventure, I strongly feel that this dynamic duo are a great pair.

I would be happy to read more about Scott and Madison. =0)

I recommend this novel to those looking for an adventurous paranormal romance!

Purchase This Book and/or the ones from its Connected Series Here :

Author's Novel Extras : T-Minus 2 Days to Madison’s Song | Madison’s Song Ebook Release!!!!

Book Teaser(s) :

“You’re not safe with me.” He could feel himself caving, though. He wasn’t that worried about his ability to keep her safe, and he knew from experience that new wolves transitioned better if the people they had loved in their former lives didn’t reject them.
“If you were going to kill me, you’d have done it two years ago.”
“Then maybe I’m not safe with you,” Scott said. ~ within Chapter 2

MADISON'S SONG by Christine Amsden Author Page -- MY REVIEW AND BLOG TOUR POST WILL BE POSTED ON JULY 15TH 2015!! Please...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Tuesday, July 14, 2015

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

About the Author :

Christine Amsden has been writing fantasy and science fiction for as long as she can remember. She loves to write and it is her dream that others will be inspired by this love and by her stories. Speculative fiction is fun, magical, and imaginative but great speculative fiction is about real people defining themselves through extraordinary situations. Christine writes primarily about people and relationships, and it is in this way that she strives to make science fiction and fantasy meaningful for everyone.

At the age of 16, Christine was diagnosed with Stargardt’s Disease, a condition that affects the retina and causes a loss of central vision. She is now legally blind, but has not let this slow her down or get in the way of her dreams.

In addition to writing, Christine teaches workshops on writing at Savvy Authors. She also does some freelance editing work.

Christine currently lives in the Kansas City area with her husband, Austin, who has been her biggest fan and the key to her success. They have two beautiful children.

Book Excerpt :

The first police car screamed into the lot, skidding to a halt so close to the front of the truck that it was a miracle it hadn't hit. They were caught. Madison glanced at Scott for instructions, but his eyes were closed and he was muttering something under his breath – casting a spell.

Two uniformed officers spilled from their car, but they didn't come towards them. Instead, they went for Mick and his dad, cutting them off before they could pile into a rusty Toyota. Then another squad car screamed into the lot, ejecting two more officers who went into the building.

“Go,” Scott murmured.

She barely heard him, but she obeyed. She put the truck in reverse, carefully backed away from the police car trying to kiss their bumper, then threw the truck into drive and peeled away. Madison kept glancing at the mirrors, even though the angles were wrong, looking behind them for the cars that would surely give chase. They didn't. The police officers acted as if they couldn't even see them.

It wasn't just the policemen who couldn't see them, as Madison discovered when she pulled into traffic. She screamed and slammed on the brakes, barely missing a collision when a car changed lines directly into their side.

“Are we invisible?” Madison asked.

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