Disappointmentville: The Witch-Game Series, Book 1

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"Crushed" [The Witch-Game Series, Book 1] by Kasi Blake (aka K. C. Blake)

Author's Book Description : The Noah girls have beauty, powers, and brains.

They use all three to play their games.

They blow the dust,

the boys are crushed,

and no one is ever the same.

Each year the Noah girls play a secret game— Crushed. The rules are simple.

1. Use wisdom to pick your target. The boy can’t be too weak or too strong-willed.

2. Blow the enchanted dust into your target’s face to enchant (Crush) him.

3. Give verbal commands and assign them tasks to perform throughout the year. The more tasks completed, the stronger the witch’s power grows.

4. At the end of the year, the witch with the most power wins cold, hard cash.

As if being a witch in high school isn’t complicated enough, Kristen picks the wrong boy to Crush. Zach is tall, handsome, and a little scary. Her Crush spell isn’t working on him like it has with the others. In fact, he is behaving the opposite of every other boy she’s Crushed, hating her instead of adoring her. Something is definitely wrong. After someone attempts to kill her, Kristen realizes there is more at risk than a few hundred dollars. She may be betting with her life.

My Book Review : 2 out of 5 stars. Going into her senior year of high school, Kristen is optimistic that this year will be great. However, from the first day things go from okay to terrible…

• Her nemesis, Gina, calls her out in front of everyone.
• Her sister bets her to “crush” Zach, one of the hottest/scariest boys in school, which leads to another rivalry unintended between her and her sister.
• Now she has to deal with a Zach, who isn’t acting like a “crushed guy” should and instead of falling for her, he seems to hate her even more. Except for those rare occasions when he’s charming her…

From that day on life as Kristen knows it will never be the same. But will it be all for the best or will things just keep getting worse?

Wowza goes the drama! Suspenseful from beginning to end, this novel keeps its readers on their toes. It’s about witch/wizard families and what they’ll do for one another. While this dynamic cast is quiet entertaining, they also overload this novel with so much drama that if you don’t appreciate it then it’ll drag the readers down. That is actually what happened to me, it had too much drama for me to really like it. Nevertheless, Kristen, Zach, and their siblings create enough havoc in each other’s lives that if you are typically interested in dramatically suspenseful YA paranormal novels, that have a few romantic scenes included, then this might be more suited to you then me.

This wasn’t my type of novel. Yet, as I stated above this is for those who like suspenseful paranormal YA novels.

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : Witch Hunt (Book 2) | Kobo (e-Book) : Witch Hunt (Book 2) | Amazon.com (e-Book) : Witch Hunt (Book 2) | Amazon.com (Paperback) : Witch Hunt (Book 2) | Smashwords (e-Book) : Witch Hunt (Book 2)

IndieBound (Paperback) : Crushed (Book 1)	Kobo (e-Book) : Crushed (Book 1)

Author's Novel Extras : Creating Sympathetic Characters | YA INDIE CARNIVAL: Blast from the Past | YA INDIE CARNIVAL: Recipe for Plotting Stories | Goodreads 2012 Awards | Get Crushed

Author's Series Extras : Pinterest: Witch-Game Novels | YA Indie Carnival: Location, Location, Location | Cover Reveal

Author's Book Trailer :

Book Teaser(s) :

She wanted his jacket?
Zach blinked at her, completely thrown by her softly spoken command. She had obviously lost her mind. He didn’t like anyone touching his jacket, let alone wearing it. It had been the last gift his mother had given him before she’d died. Kristen Noah could pry it out of his cold, lifeless fingers if she wanted it. He certainly wasn’t handing it over to her like a lovesick idiot.
He’d planned to play along with her silly game, but now he didn’t think he could. He wasn’t going to pretend to date her. She was taking things too far. If she continued to push, he was going to push back. ~ within Chapter 3 - titled 'VENGEFUL'

CRUSHED by Kasi "K.C." Blake's Author Page -- Read my #bookreview here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Sunday, August 2, 2015

Zach picked up the two champagne flutes, handed one to her, and lifted the other to make a toast. “To us.”
She sniffed the golden, bubbly contents.
“It’s non-alcoholic champagne,” he said with a wry smile. “What can I say? I’m a wild man.”
She giggled. ~ within Chapter 17 - titled 'BREATHLESS'

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

Disappointmentville: Flower Fae Series, Book 2

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 973 KB | Expected Release Date: March 14, 2015 | Publisher: Secret Cravings Publishing | Obtained: Secret Cravings Publishing

"Awakening Power and Passion" [Flower Fae Series, Book 2] by Nicole Campbell

Author's Book Description : Jasmine Moonflower is an Earth Fae only interested in exploring her talents and developing her gifts. Upon reaching adulthood, she comes into her power and is urged to start looking for a mate. The Elders have said her heart would tell her who her mate is, but none of the males in her village speak to her heart.

Duke Halton Steel knows all about the Fae. Many of his people in Essex are at least part Fae, and he protects them from a dark sorcerer. He is pleasantly shocked when Jasmine literally falls into his arms one day in the woods. She and the Fae she saved from the dark sorcerer return to his keep for safety.

Can the duke, an ally in the form of a Sorcerer of Light, and Jasmine keep them all safe? Will their love be enough to boost Jasmine’s power enough to help the Sorcerer of Light destroy the Dark One?

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars. Just as Jasmine gets into what is considered the Fae adulthood, she gets herself into a bind by being caught by a powerful dark sorcerer called Tristen the Dark One. Tristen plans to force her to willingly marry him so he can then take her power as his own. However, Jasmine is stronger than even Tristen could have imagined and finds a way (along with others who were captured) to escape. Once escaped she meets Halton (Duke Roger Halton Steel the Second) who brings out a side of herself she never knew. Will she be able to really escape from Tristen and move on with her life for good?

This fast-paced fantasy romance brings new ideas to what the “typical fae life” could be while throwing the readers right into the nitty-gritty of it all. For me this novel was a little too fast-paced to be as enjoyable as I had liked. In addition, although I found Jasmine to be an entertaining character, and I enjoyed learning about her ways of doing things, by the time she meets Halton I found their relationship a bit forced. Also, while I admit that they have some enchanting chemistry and it was quite cool what her power does when they are together, I never got a chance to really appreciate them as a couple because of how the plot plays out.

Nevertheless, I WOULD still recommend to those looking for an intensely quick fantasy romance and/or to fans of this series!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Smashwords (e-Book) : Warriors of the Veil (Book 1) | Amazon.com (e-Book) : Warriors of the Veil (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : Warriors of the Veil (Book 1)

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Book Teaser(s) :

AWAKENING POWER AND PASSION by Nicole Campbell -- Read my #bookreview here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Friday, July 31, 2015

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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.

Purchase This Book Here :

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.

Disappointmentville: The Nox Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 1702 KB | Expected Release Date: July 5, 2015 | Publisher: Raven Companies Press | Obtained: InkSlinger PR

"Dare" [The Nox Series, Book 1] by T. A. Foster

Author's Book Description : Hey Everyone!
Dare releases July 9th, so get ready to enter a new world of she-panther shifters. This is my first paranormal novel in a year, which makes me extra anxious to get it in your hands. I've added the Goodreads link for you and I hope to have a few pre-order buttons soon!

Here's the back cover synopsis for you.
#TheNoxAreComing

Choices should come easily to a queen.

Especially the queen of panther shifters. But Dare, leader of the Nox, faces the most difficult decisions of her life as she struggles to keep her freedom and keep the Nox safe.

Destined to marry when she turns twenty-two and give up the magic that is her birthright, Dare fights back, determined to change the course of history. Only along the way she falls for a human who forces her to face the reality that there are some things she can’t resist.

Zac Morgan has crossed the globe hoping to find comfort after a tragic loss has left him empty. He hopes Sullen’s Grove will give him peace and just a little taste of home. Even though he’s worked hard to keep his heart protected, he can’t stop the attraction he feels for the mysterious green-eyed college girl Dare.

When Zac is thrust into the middle of a dangerous shifter war, Dare may be the only one who can save him.
Sometimes the choices we make are the ones we least expect.

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars, this intense novel builds the reader up for an intriguing series. Over the last few years Dare has taken it upon herself to defy the counsel by shaking up protocol and organizing a way for she-panther shifters to choose a life for themselves instead of what is dictated to them, in doing so she created her group called The Nox. However, Chase, the jaguar who the counsel planned for her to “marry,” is determined to stick to the counsel’s plans and will do whatever it takes to become “king.” Fate has other plans for them both by having Dare meet Zac, a history buff wanderer, who makes her question her wants in regards to her personal future. What will they all decide? Will Dare give in to Chase’s demands? Can Dare trust Zac enough to let him into her world?

This novel is a good build up for its series. Intense, highly dramatic, with multiple plotlines, it definitely keeps the reader on their toes. Yet, I found this novel to be a struggle to get through.

My reasons I had trouble with this novel:

1. The first chapter really didn’t hook me at all. I had to force my way through the novel until I got into its rhythm and liked something about it, which I found wasn’t until I started reading from Zac’s POV in Chapter 3.
2. Zac and Dare really didn’t discuss anything of consequence through most of this novel and it irritated me. They were both wrapped up to much into themselves (Dare dealing with Chase while Zac can’t get over his tragic past) to really go far in their relationship.
3. Because of them not talking about magic, she-panthers, etc. when Zac unknowingly falls into getting involved with everything that surrounds Dare he makes some really stupid choices. Those choices made me start not liking him a bit. I mean he was acting desperate and it wasn’t flattering.
4. For Dare’s part, I got annoyed with her half-effort into her relationship with Zac. I understand that she doesn’t believe it’ll go anywhere but when they have that kind of connection with each other, it was hard reading about her wanting to have him in her life yet still not be willing to share her true self with him. Since if she did share about herself I know, some of the scenes would have been quite different.

With all that being said, the reason I stuck with this novel was because I was rooting for Dare and Zac’s connection. Their connection is explosive and I feel that if they worked on it better, I’d have liked this novel a whole lot more!

I recommend it ONLY to those who are fans of Ms. Foster and/or those who REALLY ENJOY suspenseful paranormal romances.

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

Author's Novel Extras : New things are happening

Only 16 days until I release the panthers on you!#TheNoxAreCominghttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25780805-dare
Posted by T.A. Foster on Tuesday, June 23, 2015

I wanted to say thank you to Sommer at Perfect Pear Creative for such a gorgeous cover for Dare. #TheNoxAreComing
Posted by T.A. Foster on Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Author's Series Extras : Meet the Nox - Overview

Book Teaser(s) :

"What if we agree for now I'll drop it?" I suggested.
"Really?" She smiled.
"Really." I felt like I had accomplished something monumental. I made her happy. ~ within Chapter 9 - titled 'Zac'

DARE by T.A. Foster -- Read my review here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Tuesday, July 7, 2015

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

Disappointmentville: Love on the High Seas Series, Book 2

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 175; Kindle Edition - File Size: 1337 KB | Expected Release Date: June 9, 2015 | Publisher: Entangled Publishing : Scandalous | Obtained: NetGalley

"Beauty's Curse" [Love on the High Seas Series, Book 2] by Tamara Hughes

Author's Book Description : England, 1722
Amelia Archer will be the ruin of her family. Her extraordinary bad luck is burden enough, but her sweet, trusting nature often lands her in impossible scrapes. After the last straw, Amelia’s harried father ships his unfortunate daughter off to the Colonies to live with her aunt. But wherever Amelia goes, bad luck is sure to follow…

Pirate David Lamont is taken with the lovely young Englishwoman the moment she’s pulled aboard from her sinking vessel. But sailors are already a superstitious lot and Amelia is unwelcome. In a feat of chivalry, David defends and claims her for himself…

Now their fortunes—for good or ill—are invariably tied. But as much as she longs for him, Amelia cannot allow a romance. For a lady of misfortune can only bring ruin to those she loves…

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars, Amelia has been raised to believe that she has a bad luck curse stuck to herself that usually effects those around her now finds herself on a sinking ship while she was trying to make her way to the Colonies. A pirate ship comes to their "rescue" but the men on the ship are reluctant to have her aboard because of superstitions, except for one pirate--David a violinist--who inserts himself as her protector while she's aboard. Yet it seems her "curse" is in full swing as one thing after another happens to them. Will Amelia be able to overcome her fears about herself to see the fortune that happens to be around her? Or will she be blinded by old fears and try to escape the one man who might just be perfect for her?

I so wanted to like this novel because I really adored its premise. However, both Amelia and David are so wrapped up in their pasts that they keep moving forward only to step back again, which got quite annoying after a while. By 50% of the way through, I was contemplating giving up with this one. Then David really stepped up to the plate (not for himself mind you) by showing Amelia that because of the way she was raised and because of her ruthless stepmother it made her into believing there was a curse around her and not that there actually was a curse. His speech made Amelia become more independent in the ways she tries to help them out of the predicaments that await them instead of letting things happen to her. I really appreciated it. In addition, I liked how their quick friendship grew into something more. Their relationship was very sweet. If only these two characters could have stopped self-doubt to constantly creep in, than I believe I would have liked this novel a whole lot more.

Nevertheless, I would still recommend this novel because I feel those who like historical sailor/pirate romances would enjoy it.

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Kobo (e-Book) : Tempting the Pirate (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : Beauty's Curse (Book 2)


Author's Series Extras :

So cool! My new bookmarks are here!
Posted by Tamara Hughes on Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Book Teaser(s) :

"When it comes close again, we'll strike it with our oars."
Of course. Attack a shark, a beast longer than their rowboat. Made perfect sense. ~ within Chapter 8

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

Disappointmentville: Color Me Crazy by Carol Pavliska

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 307; Kindle Edition - File Size: 1590 KB | Expected Release Date: May 26, 2015 | Publisher: Entangled Publishing : Select Contemporary | Obtained: NetGalley

"Color Me Crazy" by Carol Pavliska

Author's Book Description : Never fall for a rockstar…

Julian Wheaton views the world through a kaleidoscope of synesthesia, seeing the colors of every sound he hears. His life as an iconic rock guitarist was a stressful psychedelic trip that nearly destroyed him. Now he’s abandoned the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle for the peaceful sanctity of his recording studio, but when fiery Cleo Compton comes to work for him, she brings chaos with her.

Cleo Compton has had her flings with rockstars – and it’s left her wary and bruised. Julian may have those sexy bedroom eyes and drool-worthy tattoos, but Cleo is determined to keep things strictly professional – until Julian turns out to be every dream she’s ever chased. When he risks it all to hit the road with a band again, Cleo fears he’ll return as the one thing she can no longer abide – a rockstar.

“The characters are so beautifully atypical, the relationships are so breathtakingly flawed, and the journey is so brutally honest that I was caught between never wanting it to end and needing it to just so I could pry the Kindle out of my hand.”- Elizabeth Hayley

“Author Carol Pavliska’s rock star romance debut stimulates your senses with vibrant characters, witty humor, and sizzling sexual chemistry. Warning: Color Me Crazy is a highly addictive must-read!”- Alison Bliss

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars. Cleo’s life is in a rut. She is about to be evicted from her apartment. She’s trying to turn her personal wants into something more mature, like instead of lusting after hot bad boy rock star guitarists (as she’s been doing since she was a teen) she decides to date a starchy young lawyer who works with her father. And she’s hoping to land a job soon. However, by a slight twist of fate she gets a job and a new place to live with a best friend hers brother. A brother who just so happens to be a music studio-owning, guitar playing, ex-rock star, will Cleo be able to keep course on reforming her life or will old ways cause her trouble?

I LOVED its beginning, HATED its middle, and ENJOYED the wrap-up of this novel. Cleo is so hopeful & determined in everything that she did in the beginning that it was easy to want good things to happen for her. I was fascinated reading about Julian’s synesthesia condition (defined: a neurological phenomenon in which stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic, involuntary experiences in a second sensory or cognitive pathway) from his POV. As it really gave the reader an idea about the obstacles someone who deals with that condition has to deal with on a daily (if not hourly) basis. Together, I found Cleo & Julian very companionable and loved reading about their growing romance. They were just so sweet and I thought Julian being calmed by her was just SOO sweet!

However, the major flaw in this novel and between Julian & Cleo was THEY NEVER REALLY TALKED ABOUT THE IMPORTANT THINGS!! This (as you can tell) annoyed me to know end! I mean, yes, Julian does tell Cleo about his condition and she handles everything quite well while their relationship gets closer because of it. Yet, neither of them talked about their feelings with each other all that much but Julian more so then Cleo was to trapped in his past that he never believes his feelings for her or the feelings she admits to for him. Then to top it off Julian becomes obsessed with the idea that he needs to turn into the rock star again so Cleo will stay with him for good, which turns out to be a complete disaster and the rest of the novel has them resisting their feelings for or trying to make amends with one another. Because of how they both handle the “rock star situation” made me want to give up on them and this book (it was about 74% of the way through). I didn’t give up on it though; and because I stuck with this novel, I got to see how they worked their way back together. The only problem I had with how they got back together is after they both pushed so hard to stay apart I felt like the ending was quite rushed.

Nevertheless, I WOULD STILL RECOMMEND this novel to those looking for a unique rock star romance!

Purchase This Book Here : Kobo (e-Book) : Color Me Crazy


Author's Novel Extras : Color Me Crazy - Overview & Excerpt | It’s Just Me…Naked in the Middle of the Room

ROCKSTAR FRIDAY. It's a thing. Amazon: amzn.to/1Emfzpv B&N: bit.ly/1I0DVYNKobo: bit.ly/1IoQMEl iTunes: apple.co/1duAPAJ
Posted by Author Carol Pavliska on Friday, May 29, 2015

So a little thing happened today. My book was released. I'm just sitting here all relaxed and casual and not even...
Posted by Author Carol Pavliska on Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Book Teaser(s) :

"So," Julian said as he grabbed Addie's arm to steer her clear of a wino. "Tell me about these friends of yours and why I won't be interested in shagging them."
"Real breasts," she replied.
"Come again?"
"Real breasts. They've got them."
"Hey, I've got nothing against natural breasts. They're just usually not attached to women I'm attracted to, is all." That wasn't true, but getting Addie worked up was a habit. ~ within Chapter 1

"Hello, love," Julian said. "Are you enjoying yourself?"
"I'm exploring the hotel."
"Lovely, isn't it? You should see the room. Wait, you can't. You don't know where it is."
"You're a hoot."
"We're in 512. Don't be intimidated by the king-size bed. They're bringing up a rollaway for you."
"I'm sleeping in the bed. You can have the rollaway if you're that scared of me."
"I'm fucking terrified of you, but since the room is in my name, I get the bed. You're technically my guest."
"I received my own invitation to this affair, so if I'm anybody's guest, it's Cory Maxwell's. Maybe I should see what kind of bed he has in his room."
Julian stuttered a little before saying, "Fine. You get the bed. And stay away from Maxwell."
"Maybe I will, and maybe I won't." ~ within Chapter 10

COLOR ME CRAZY by Author Carol Pavliska -- Read my review here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Wednesday, June 3, 2015

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

Disappointmentville: Billionaires and Babies Series & Moonlight Beach Bachelors 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: July 1, 2015 | Publisher: Harlequin : Desire | Obtained: NetGalley

"The Billionaire's Daddy Test" [Billionaires and Babies Series & Moonlight Beach Bachelors Series, Book 2] by Charlene Sands

Author's Book Description : Will a Moonlight Beach bachelor make the grade as a father…and a lover? Find out in this novel from USA TODAY bestselling author Charlene Sands.

Left to care for her late sister's baby, Mia D'Angelo goes on a secret mission to find out if the missing father would make good daddy material. But when she tracks down Adam Chase at his beachfront mansion, her plan spins out of control and they're soon dating!

It isn't long before the reclusive billionaire realizes Mia's keeping a huge secret about the child he never knew he had. Can this guarded man learn to trust Mia after her initial deception…and trust himself around this incredibly sexy woman?

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars. Four months after losing her sister, Mia finally finds the man who fathered her niece and goes about letting him know that he is a father. Yet her way of meeting Adam is a bit unusual, because by the time her reveal about his daughter happens they are halfway through their second date. Opps! From that point on, Adam has a difficult time in trusting Mia, but Mia is an intricate part of Rose’s life so they find a way to all work together, while living under one roof. Will Adam and Mia be able to trust each other enough to make this family setup work for them all or will their trust issues get in the way?

I tried so hard to like this novel but I just couldn’t get a good feel for it. Overall, it was an okay read. However, the pacing was to slow for me, then with Adam and Mia both reluctant with their affections with one another made it difficult for me to finish reading it. Why I did stick with it was because I did like Adam, Mia, and Rose as characters themselves. In addition, I liked that I completed it since the ending was very sweet.

I recommend this novel only to those who are a fan of Ms. Sands and/or her Moonlight Beach Bachelors Series.

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : Her Forbidden Cowboy (Book 1) | IndieBound (Paperback) : The Billionaire's Daddy Test (Book 2) | Kobo (e-Book) : Her Forbidden Cowboy (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : The Billionaire's Daddy Test (Book 2) | Alibris (Paperback) : Her Forbidden Cowboy (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : Harlequin Desire February 2015


My Previous Review(s) for the Moonlight Beach Bachelors Series : Book 1

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

Author's Novel Extras : Pinterest: The Billionaire's Daddy Test | Cover Reveal of The Billionaire's Daddy Test!

Author's Series Extras : Pinterest: Her Forbidden Cowboy Images | Moonlight Beach Billionaires Giveaway

Book Teaser(s) :

His fingertips simply touched the drawer loaded with shiny pots and pans and it slid open automatically. "There you go."
She stood, astonished. "I've never seen anything like that. You have a bat cave kitchen, too."
"It's automated, that's all. No pulling or yanking required."
"I think I'm in heaven." How wistful she sounded, her voice breathy.
Adam stood close, gazing at her in that way he had, as if trying to figure her out. His eyes were pure silver gray and a smidgen of blue surrounded the rims. They reminded her of a calm sea after a storm. "I think I am, too." ~ within Chapter 2

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

Disappointmentville: The Lone Stars Series, Book 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 506 KB | Release Date: October 16, 2013 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon.com

"Perfect Summer" [The Lone Stars Series, Book 1] by Katie Graykowski

Author's Book Description : High school teacher Summer Ames is trapped in the nightmare morning from hell. Her alarm clock didn’t go off, she accidentally backed over the rosebush her grandfather gave her grandmother right before he accepted defeat against prostate cancer, she’s wearing clothes she picked up off the floor, and when she opens the door to her classroom, the lights from the TV cameras nearly blind her. She's won Teacher of the Year. But unlike the past winners, she doesn't get a new car or a Hawaiian vacation or even new school supplies, she wins an over privileged quarterback with a bright smile and questionable intentions.

Clint Grayson is an NFL quarterback in need of a reputation makeover. If he has any hope of landing a hundred million dollar endorsement deal, it will take some pretty impressive PR to clean up his bad boy image. In an attempt to polish his tarnished reputation, Clint agrees to be a high school class mentor.

When these two get together all hell breaks loose and they both learn that all is fair in love and football…and winning is just the beginning.

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars. Summerville (Summer) has finally won Teacher of the Year, but instead of earning a new car or a wonderful trip she gets Clint--The Lone Star's Quarterback--as her new class mentor. YAY! Not. However, soon she'll realize that Clint coming into her life is only for the better if she can only get over her insecurities and embrace her unexpected future...

In truth, though I was surprised by the double plot romances (one with Summer and the other with her mother) I really liked how this novel began. It was steady passed and the playful banter between all the characters was very entertaining. However, around 57% of the way through this novel seemed to start dragging and the characters behavior started becoming a little ridiculous especially with all of their insecurities coming out of the woodwork. While I liked the pairings of Summer with Clint and Summer's mother Lillian (Lilly) with Davis (a man who loves her and is thirteen years younger than her), it was only curiosity in finding out the results of those relationships and because I really liked Summer & Davis's characters that had me pushing through to finish this novel.

Overall, I thought it was cute but I was hoping for more. Therefore, I recommend it to those who are fans of Ms. Graykowski or a light-hearted romance.

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Author's Novel Extras :

I served Perfect Summer's cinnamon rolls for Christmas breakfast! Who wants the recipe?
Posted by Katie Graykowski on Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Perfect Summer's Cinnamon RollsIngredients:3/4 cup unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks)1 cup milk3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon...
Posted by Katie Graykowski on Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Author's Series Extras :

Here's an UN-edited copy of the first chapter of The Debra Dilemma. It's the next book in The Lone Stars. Tell me what...
Posted by Katie Graykowski on Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Book Teaser(s) :

Chopin's Funeral March droned on her iPhone. Her mother's ringtone. Summer didn't reach for the phone. Her latest strategy in mother-daughter relations was to avoid Lillian Summerville Ames like she avoided self-mutilation, handling uranium, and reality TV. It was all about choices. And she was choosing to be an orphan. ~ within Chapter 1

PERFECT SUMMER by Katie Graykowski -- Read my review here: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/2015/05/disappointmentville-lone-stars-series.html #contemporaryromance #romance #teasers #meme #books
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Monday, May 25, 2015

PERFECT SUMMER by Katie Graykowski -- Read my review here: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/2015/05/disappointmentville-lone-stars-series.html #contemporaryromance #romance #teasers #meme #books
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Monday, May 25, 2015

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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.

Disappointmentville: Snowbound Surprise for the Billionaire by Michelle Douglas

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 256; Kindle Edition - File Size: 320 KB | Expected Release Date: December 1, 2014 | Publisher: Harlequin : Romance | Obtained: NetGalley

"Snowbound Surprise for the Billionaire" by Michelle Douglas

Author's Book Description : Harlequin Romance
December 2014

All she wants for Christmas...

After a difficult year, and the loss of her father, festive cheer is the last thing Addie Ramsey is feeling. She’s just planning a quiet one on her Outback farm. Until her new boss, billionaire Flynn Mather, offers her the perfect distraction—to spend the holiday in Europe as his temporary PA!

Christmas hasn’t always been magical for Flynn, either, yet with vivacious Addie by his side, and seeing the joy through her eyes, things feel different this year. Could Addie be the Christmas present Flynn never knew he needed?

My Book Review : DNF -- 2 out of 5 stars. Two people come to each aid in unexpected ways...

I was intrigued with the buildup of this novel. Yet, by the time 31% of this novel had been read, I was to disgruntled with how little Addie & Flynn really talked to each other and instead overly admired each other’s looks while talking around each other that I had to stop. In addition, I found Flynn's morals to be a bit skewed, which made it hard to really like him.

I don't recommend but since I didn't finish the novel I'm giving it the benefit of the doubt and saying those looking for a Christmas romance might like it.

Purchase This Book Here : Kobo : Snowbound Surprise for the Billionaire | Kobo : Harlequin Romance December 2014 Box Set


Author's Novel Extras : Snowbound Surprise for the Billionaire - Overview

Book Teaser(s) :

It made him seem suddenly exotic.
Deliciously exotic.
Delicious? She frowned. Well, she knew he was perfectly perfect--she'd known that the moment he'd stepped onto Lorna Lee's dressed in a perfectly perfect suit. He was also decidedly male. That had become evident the moment she'd clapped eyes on him in jeans and boots. She just hadn't felt all of that down in her gut until this very moment. She swallowed. Now she felt it all the way to her bones.
Flynn Mather was a perfect specimen of perfectly perfect maleness. In fact, if he'd been a stud bull she'd have moved heaven and earth to have him on the books at Lorna Lee's and--
'Addie?'
She snapped out of it. She swallowed. 'Sorry, brain fog, jet lag, the cold, I don't know.' What had they been talking about? ~ within Chapter 2

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