Second Sentence Saturday: The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction

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

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MY Second Sentence Saturday :

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

The two-day camel trek through the dunes that she had anticipated with such excitement had been exactly what her employer and friend, Amineh, had warned it would be: a test of endurance.

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Feasted On: Mystic Wolves Series, Book 2

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 890 KB | Expected Release Date: April 14, 2015 | Publisher: Secret Cravings Publishing | Obtained: Secret Cravings Publishing

"His Perfect Wolf" [Mystic Wolves Series, Book 2] by Elle Boon

Authors' Book Description : Niall Malik is alpha of the Mystic Wolves. His life revolved around protecting his pack and son. He planned to do this alone until finding an injured woman who stirred more than just his lust.

When Alaina Strop woke in the tattooed arms of a strange wolf shifter, all she could think of was getting closer. Having no memory was a small thing compared to the feelings she had for the growling man. Before she could give her mind and body to him, she needed to find out who she was, and be sure she didn’t belong to another. Though deep in her soul, she knew she was Nialls.

Danger came to Mystic as Alaina’s memory returned and her father came to claim her for another wolf. But Niall, the big bad alpha, had found his perfect wolf, and wasn’t about to let her go, no matter the cost.

My Book Review : 4.5 out of 5 stars!! Lately Niall has been thinking that he should find a new wife/mate for himself, someone who could be a good mother to his seven-year-old son too. However, he never expected to find another truemate after his wife died years ago, so when he comes across Alaina (a mysterious woman who lost her memory) he has hope for his future. Yet when people from Alaina’s past hunt her down, will Niall be ready to lay everything (his future and his pack) on the line for a woman he barely knows?

This fast-paced paranormal romance reels you in and keeps you entertained the whole way through! The intimacy between Niall and Alaina is magnetic, while for such a short novel its plot is very well thought out. I really liked it. Plus, this novel written in a way that if you haven’t read Accidentally Wolf (Book 1) you won’t feel left out.

I recommend this novel to those who are interested in a quick paranormal romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Smashwords (e-Book) : Accidentally Wolf (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : Accidentally Wolf (Book 1)


Author's Novel Extras : His Perfect Wolf - Overview & Excerpt

Author's Series Extras : Accidentally Wolf - Overview & Excerpt

Book Teaser(s) :

“Easy, babe, I’m not going to hurt you. Let me help you back onto the bed. Will you let me help you?”
His deep baritone voice sent a delicious shiver down her spine. Good God, almighty, she was not going to get excited by his voice. Wolves could scent that shit. Think of anything other than how good he smells.
Already at eye level, she couldn’t miss the sparkle in his gaze, nor the way his lips tilted up in a grin. Totally busted macking on the hot wolf, who didn’t know she knew he was a wolf. Oh the something web we weave. ~ within Chapter 18

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

Disappointmentville: Billionaires and Babies Series & Kings of California Series, Book 16

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 192; Kindle Edition - File Size: 633 KB | Expected Release Date: May 1, 2015 | Publisher: Harlequin : Desire | Obtained: NetGalley

"Triple the Fun" [Billionaires and Babies Series & Kings of California Series, Book 16] by Maureen Child (aka Ann Carberry, Kathleen Kane, & Sarah Hart)

Author's Book Description : Baby, baby…baby?! It's triplets from USA TODAY bestselling author Maureen Child!

He's a captain of industry, a brooding billionaire and—a daddy? When Connor King learns he has fathered triplets, he feels double-crossed. Now nothing will stand in the way of claiming his heirs, not even their alluring legal guardian, Dina Cortez.

With the babies' mother gone, Dina has vowed to protect Sage, Sam and Sadie. But who will protect Dina from her feelings for the dark and defiant Mr. King? Because once she and the children are moved into Connor's California seaside mansion, his stately bed is just a heartbeat away…

My Book Review : 2 out of 5 stars, three months ago Dina’s life completely changed when her sister and sister-in-law died in an unexpected accident leaving her the guardian of her precocious toddler nephews and niece. However, because of her not being able to afford to raise them on the salary she has she decides to get child support from the “sperm donor” (Connor) of the children, which ends up throwing another wrench in her plans when she finds that Connor wants to be a part of their lives no matter the cost. How much is she willing to give up or change about her life for the only family she has left?

From the very beginning, I was having a hard time getting over Jamie & Elena's lie about the kids, especially since Connor made it a stipulation about visitation rights for himself and they completely disregarded his wishes. Because of all of that, it made it hard to enjoy this novel, as I'd have like too. So much so, that by about 40% on I just skimmed through the rest of the novel, as I was curious as to how everything would end up between them and I wasn’t enamored with what was happening in the plot. I found that while I sympathized with Connor I didn’t like how he seemed to steamroll over everything to get his way and Dina is way too stubborn for her own good. Together while they might have worked as partners in bed and as parents to the kids, I never thought they had a “wonderful” romance between them more like it was forced on them through circumstance.

I can say that while I am not a fan of this novel, I thought it had potential and recommend it to those who are a fan of Ms. Child.

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : Wedding at King's Convenience (Book 6) | IndieBound (Paperback) : The Last Lone Wolf (Book 7) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Cinderella & the CEO (Book 8) | IndieBound (Paperback) : King's Million-Dollar Secret (Book 9) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Ready for King's Seduction (Book 10) | IndieBound (Paperback) : The Temporary Mrs. King (Book 11) | IndieBound (Paperback) : To Kiss a King (Book 12) | IndieBound (Paperback) : The King Next Door (Book 13) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Her Return to King's Bed (Book 14) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Double the Trouble (Book 15) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Triple the Fun (Book 16) | Kobo (e-book) : Committed to the Baby -- Claiming King's Baby (Book 5) | Kobo (e-book) : The Last Lone Wolf (Book 7) | Kobo (e-book) : The Temporary Mrs. King (Book 11) | Kobo (e-book) : To Kiss a King (Book 12) | Alibris (Paperback) : Bargaining for King's Baby (Book 1) | Alibris (Paperback) : Marrying for King's Millions (Book 2) | Alibris (Paperback) : Falling for King's Fortune (Book 3) | Alibris (Paperback) : Conquering King's Heart (Book 4) | Alibris (Paperback) : Claiming King's Baby (Book 5) | Alibris (Paperback) : Wedding at King's Convenience (Book 6) | Alibris (Paperback) : The Last Lone Wolf (Book 7) | Alibris (Paperback) : Cinderella & the CEO (Book 8) | Alibris (Paperback) : King's Million-Dollar Secret (Book 9) | Alibris (Paperback) : Ready for King's Seduction (Book 10) | Alibris (Paperback) : The Temporary Mrs. King (Book 11) | Alibris (Paperback) : To Kiss a King (Book 12) | Alibris (Paperback) : The King Next Door (Book 13) | Alibris (Paperback) : Her Return to King's Bed (Book 14) | Alibris (Paperback) : Double the Trouble (Book 15)

 
My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Baby Bonanza | Whatever Reilly Wants...

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2013

My Previous Review(s) for the Billionaires and Babies Series : The Nanny Bombshell | Baby for Keeps | The Sheikh's Son | Royal Heirs Required

Book Teaser(s) :

Getting past his own racing thoughts, he looked at Dina and saw the misery in her eyes before she could mask it. And he was forced to remember that she'd lost her sister in that crash.
"I'm sorry," he said. "About Elena."
"Thank you," she said, taking a breath as she stood up to face him. "And I'm sorry about suing you without talking to you first."
A snort of laughter shot from his throat. "Aren't we polite all of a sudden."
"Probably won't last," she mused. ~ within Chapter 2

"You're thinking," he said, in a quiet, teasing tone. "That can't be good for me."
Reluctantly, she smiled. "Might not be good for me, either," she admitted. ~ within Chapter 7

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

Feasted On: Geek Girls Series, Book 3

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 384; Kindle Edition - File Size: 1043 KB | Expected Release Date: April 7, 2015 | Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca | Obtained: NetGalley

"Kiss the Earl" [Geek Girls Series, Book 3] by Gina Lamm (aka Regina Cole)

Authors' Book Description : A modern girl’s guide to seducing Mr. Darcy

When Ella Briley asked her lucky-in-love friends to set her up for an office party, she was expecting a blind date. Instead, she’s pulled through a magic mirror and into the past…straight into the arms of her very own Mr. Darcy.

Patrick Meadowfair, earl of Fairhaven, is too noble for his own good. To save a female friend from what is sure to be a loveless marriage, he’s agreed to whisk her off to wed the man she truly wants. But all goes awry when Patrick mistakes Ella for the would-be bride and kidnaps her instead.

Centuries away from everything she knows, Ella’s finally found a man who heats her blood and leaves her breathless. Too bad he’s such a perfect gentleman. Yet the reluctant rake may just find this modern girl far too tempting for even the noblest of men to resist…

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! An old "witchy" housekeeper is at it again, this time by throwing Ella back into the 1800s. While there, she finds herself kidnapped by a "Mr. Darcy" type of Earl and thrown into one calamity after another. However, what will they do when their hearts get involved?

I have mixed feelings about this novel. While I have always enjoyed Pride & Prejudice along with Mr. Darcy, and agree that this novel deserves the 4 star rating I'm giving it, at times it felt like Ms. Lamm was laying it on a bit thick with the amount of troubles Ella & Patrick kept running into. In addition, towards the end I was ready to hit Patrick senseless myself because of how his "gentlemanly ways" were going to destroy him. In addition, I was surprised with how forgiving Ella was to Patrick's friend Amelia and Amelia's love interest, as I don't think I could've been that nice to them after everything they did.

Nevertheless, I enjoyed this novel for Ella's forthrightness, Patrick's protectiveness, and the growing relationship between them. If you are a fan of Mr. Darcy & Elizabeth Bennett then you will like Patrick & Ella. They both deal with getting over major amounts of pride as their feelings grow for each other. Patrick & Ella are a great match!

I recommend this novel to those who are fans of the series and/or if you are interested in a time travel romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : The Geek Girl and the Scandalous Earl (Book 1) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Geek Girls Don't Date Dukes (Book 2) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Kiss the Earl (Book 3) | Kobo (e-Book) : Geek Girls Don't Date Dukes (Book 2) | Alibris (Paperback) : The Geek Girl and the Scandalous Earl (Book 1) | Alibris (Paperback) : Geek Girls Don't Date Dukes (Book 2)


Author's Novel Extras : Cover Reveal! KISS THE EARL (Geek Girls #3)

Book Teaser(s) :

Forgetting his own name would be preferable to dealing with the madwoman in his bedroom and the madwoman he was supposed to have run off with tonight.
Bloody females. He should have become a priest. ~ within Chapter 4

Tossing the rest of her cards down in disgust, Ella shoved to her feet. "It would help if you'd take this game seriously, cat."
A low, rumbling purr was the only answer.
Ella crossed the bedroom to the window, happy to feel how much better her foot was able to painlessly bear her weight. It had been a few days since that weird little incident in the library, and like a big fat coward, Ella had stayed right here in this room, completely avoiding Patrick. She'd read the books Mrs. Templeton had brought her, played more games of solitaire than she cared to admit, and finally, out of desperation, decided to deal the cat in.
That hadn't really gone well. ~ within Chapter 18

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

Made the Grade: Wagon Train Cinderella by Shirley Kennedy

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 202; Kindle Edition - File Size: 678 KB | Expected Release Date: February 3, 2015 | Publisher: Kensington Books : Lyrical Press | Obtained: NetGalley

"Wagon Train Cinderella" by Shirley Kennedy

Authors' Book Description : Love can lead you out of the wilderness…

Callie Whitaker is a mistreated stepdaughter who’s been made to feel inferior all her life. When her family takes a wagon train journey to California, Callie begins to realize she’s not the “Little Mouse” everyone said she was. Among others, rugged guide, Luke McGraw, makes her aware of the courage, beauty, and intelligence she never knew she had–and in the process, falls in love.

From Goodreads: Ms Kennedy did such a wonderful job of making the story so realistic, that at times I felt like I was on that wagon train with Callie and her family. .

From Goodreads: There will be a lots of twist and turns in the good and bad in this read and the readers attention will be their front and center turning the pages to see what will be coming next in this enlightening as well as entertaining read.

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars. Callie (an adopted daughter who is actually treated like a servant instead of family) follows her family on a wagon train from Tennessee to California. Throughout the journey, Callie comes into her own and becomes independent, learning that she is stronger than she thought.

I liked the beginning and its steady buildup. However, I found that while the ending might have been more historically accurate in regards to the toughness of the trip, I just wasn't happy with how it turned out, even though I appreciated the HEA. Mostly I felt this way because I found romance to be lacking in this novel. Callie & Luke seem to be a good pair but as the novel mostly consists about Callie's growth it’s was really hard to tell. I was happy she stayed away from Magnus though.

Overall, I recommend this to those looking for a historical Women's Fiction novel.

Purchase This Book Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : Wagon Train Cinderella


Author's Novel Extras : Never an ugly romantic heroine! | Inside Wagon Train Cinderella | Wagon Train Cinderella hits #717!

Book Teaser(s) :

"What is it about you that I find so damnably attractive?"
She stepped back, held out her faded skirt and gave him a little curtsy. "The stylish way I dress perhaps?"
His face lit. "That's it! You make me laugh. You make me think of you in the middle of the night. You..." He seemed at a loss for further words, so instead pulled her back into his arms. ~ within Chapter 10

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

Feasted On: Hot Aussie Heroes Series, Book 2

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 384 KB | Expected Release Date: January 21, 2015 | Publisher: Tule Publishing : Holiday Books | Obtained: NetGalley

"The Hero" [Hot Aussie Heroes Series, Book 2] by Amy Andrews

Authors' Book Description : The darling of the Aussie small screen, Edwina Calloway, has always had a thing for her ex co-star the hunky Justin Wilde - even before he took off to Tinsel town and became a Hollywood heartthrob. And Justin always had a thing for her. Except she was married already, so neither of them ever crossed that line. But now Justin's back in Oz to take part in a celebrity car rally with Edwina riding shotgun and she isn't married anymore...

It seems the entire country is holding its breath for their much vaunted reunion. Can they survive a five day road trip, just the two of them alone in the car under intense media scrutiny without finally getting naked and doing the Wilde thing? And if they can't, what happens at the end when Justin heads back to Hollywood?

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! Edwina's (Ed) life changed forever after her life threatening accident about a year ago. Now to honor those who saved her life, she plans to participate in a car rally with her ex-costar turned movie star Justin (Jus) to earn some money for her saviors. However, in the midst of the media spotlight old attraction flares between Justin and her, which makes them really think about what they want for themselves in the future.

Justin really is the hero! He’s so gentlemanly and sultry that it makes you wish he were the one loving and defending you. His relationship with Edwina is combustible from the very beginning; and as the novel progresses, it makes you want to root for them even more.

I recommend this novel for those looking for a fast-paced dramedy contemporary romance.

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here :

Author's Novel Extras : The Hero - Overview & Excerpt

Author's Series Extras : Hot Aussie Heroes Recipe & Giveaway! | What Makes Aussie Heroes Hot? by Madeline Ash

Book Teaser(s) :

Justin glanced at her legs. He couldn't help it with so much of them exposed. "You know that dress is totally evil, right?"
She smiled. "I thought you'd like it."
"Oh, I think like is far to mild a word. I think I nearly stroked out when you walked on stage."
"Thought I'd switch it up a bit."
Justin chuckled at the understatement. "And me and the rest of the straight male population of Tamworth thanks you for that. Maybe give me some warning next time thought, okay?"
She laughed and it sounded almost as evil as the dress. "And take all the fun out of it?" ~ within DAY THREE

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

Made the Grade: Dukes of War Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 203; Kindle Edition - File Size: 4890 KB | Expected Release Date: December 1, 2014 | Publisher: Intrepid Reads | Obtained: NetGalley

"The Earl’s Defiant Wallflower" [Dukes of War Series, Book 1] by Erica Ridley

Authors' Book Description : Oliver York returns from war to find his father dead, his finances in arrears, and himself the new Earl of Carlisle. If he doesn’t marry an heiress—and fast!—he and his tenants are going to be pitching tents down by the Thames. He definitely shouldn’t be trading kisses with a penniless debutante… no matter how captivating she is!

Miss Grace Halton is in England just long enough to satisfy the terms of her dowry. But a marriage of convenience isn’t as easy as she’d hoped. Back in America, her ailing mother needs medicine only Grace’s dowry can afford. Which means the dashing earl she can’t get out of her mind is the one man she can’t let into her heart.

Regency-set Historical Romance Novel

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars! Oliver comes home from war to find out his father has died and now he is an Earl of a failing inheritance. Grace (an American) enters into the London "Season" in hopes of gaining a husband who wouldn't miss her and would be nice enough to let her use her dowry in hopes of helping her ailing Mother. They meet, start up a friendship between one another, and realize that nothing more should happen between them. Yet their hearts have other plans...

Okay, even though I agree this novel has some meaningful scenes, a lighthearted flair, and while Oliver (Earl of Carlisle) & Grace throw off plenty of hot attraction, all I could think of after finishing it was, "Oh my that was CUTE!" =0)

I really liked this novel. It made me interested to see what will happen as this series progresses. Oliver & Grace make quite a pair as they fumble through Society hoping to help one another out while hoping for the best. I think what I liked about them the most is their gracious hearts, and how they kept putting those they cared for first. Very well written.

I recommend this novel to those who like fast-paced historical romances!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : The Viscount's Christmas Temptation (Book 0.5) | IndieBound (Paperback) : The Earl's Defiant Wallflower (Book 1) | IndieBound (Paperback) : The Captain's Bluestocking Mistress (Book 2) | Smashwords (e-Book) : The Viscount's Christmas Temptation (Book 0.5) | Smashwords (e-Book) : The Earl's Defiant Wallflower (Book 1) | Smashwords (e-Book) : The Captain's Bluestocking Mistress (Book 2) | Alibris (Paperback) : The Viscount's Christmas Temptation (Book 0.5) | Kobo (e-Book) : The Earl's Defiant Wallflower (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : The Captain's Bluestocking Mistress (Book 2)


Author's Novel Extras : The Earl’s Defiant Wallflower - Overview & Excerpt | Meet the Hero: Lord Oliver York | Meet the Heroine: Miss Grace Halton | New Release: The Earl’s Defiant Wallflower

Author's Series Extras : Dukes of War Series - Overview | The Viscount’s Christmas Temptation - Overview & Excerpt | The Captain’s Bluestocking Mistress - Overview & Excerpt | The Major’s Faux Fiancée - Overview & Excerpt | Join the official Dukes of War Reader Group! | FREE: The Viscount’s Christmas Temptation

Author Book Interview :

Book Teaser(s) :

"I've a better idea. Let's make up something completely untruthful."
The corners of her mouth twitched. "Aha. We'll say I was in my nightrail, brushing my hair in peaceful solitude, when you climbed up to my balcony and---"
"Do you even have a balcony?"
She pursed her lips. "You're not invited upon it, regardless."
He gave her a slow, naughty smile. "No one's ever invited to scale a balcony."
"Some women might be convinced to let you try." Her teasing gaze heated his skin.
"Let's start over," he suggested, rather than consider what the fictional Oliver might do after climbing up her balcony. Answer: everything.
"Why?" Her lips quirked. "Are we not having fun?"
"We're having far too much fun."
"These parties are supposed to be boring?" She lifted an eyebrow.
He gave her a stern nod, well aware his eyes betrayed his humor. "Precisely. You're meant to remark upon the weather, and I upon... the cakes..."
"Good heavens, that is boring," she replied with mock horror. ~ within Chapter 3

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