Made the Grade: Safe in the Tycoon's Arms by Jennifer Faye

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"Safe in the Tycoon's Arms" by Jennifer Faye

Author's Book Description : The man behind the headlines...

When billionaire Lucas Carrington returns to his New York mansion, he never expects to find beautiful stranger Kate Whitley making herself at home. Invited by his aunt to stay, he soon discovers she's a woman in need. She's raising funds for her sick daughter, so he agrees to let her stay—temporarily!

Kate may not belong in Lucas's high-society world, but she sees there is more to this tycoon than the headlines suggest. Yet with so much at stake, can she trust herself and her heart with New York's most sought-after bachelor?

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars. Two people find themselves in unusual circumstances and in order to accomplish what needs to be done they'll need work together. While they work together, they open their lives and hearts to each other, learning that if they can get over their rough pasts and are willing to trust again that good things may come their way...

I really enjoyed Kate's determination to save her daughter at all costs. It was very sweet and touching! Plus, Kate and Lucas set each other, and this novel's pages, on fire with their passion.

My only wish is that I could have liked Lucas more so then I did. He was kind of written as an antihero, in a way, so it was hard to thoroughly appreciate him as a character. =0/

Overall, I do recommend this novel to anyone who likes contemporary romances, especially those with a bit of "girl power" in them!

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Author's Novel Extras : SAFE IN THE TYCOON'S ARMS - Overview & Excerpt | Catching up & a New Title! | Tasty Summer Reads Blog Hop | Monday Mayhem: Pressing 'send' | Exciting News... | My Friday Read | Monday Mayhem: Cover Wars! | Monday Mayhem: We Have A Title! | Cover Reveal - SAFE IN THE TYCOON'S ARMS | Monday Mayhem: My Longest Post...Don't Miss It! | Monday Mayhem: New Cover!!! | Monday Mayhem: RT Book Review | Monday Mayhem: Pressing 'send' | New Bookmarks Added | Tired of waiting...get SAFE IN THE TYCOON'S ARMS here! | Monday Mayhem: The Wait


Book Teaser(s) :

“Hey, wait!”
Kate sighed and turned. She didn’t know what else they had to say to each other. And she didn’t have time to waste. “Surely you aren’t going to insist on searching my luggage, are you?”
“Are you always so feisty in the morning? Or are you just grumpy because you skipped your caffeine fix? I know that first cup does wonders for me. See, I’m smiling.” His lips bowed into a ridiculous grin.
She rolled her eyes and shook her head. She honestly didn’t know what to make of the man. His personal hygiene was impressive, but other than the kitchen his house was a disgrace. And last night he was crankier than an old bear, yet this morning he was smiling. He was one walking contradiction. ~ within Chapter 3

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Made the Grade: Furry United Coalition (F.U.C.) Series, Book 3

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 409 KB | Release Date: August 10, 2012 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon.com

"Croc and the Fox" [Furry United Coalition (F.U.C.) Series, Book 3] by Eve Langlais

Author's Book Description : Genre: Paranormal/Shapeshifter Romance

Warning: An ornery croc discovers he does have a pulse when a hot to trot fox decides to latch on, and never let go. Tongue in cheek humor, sizzling moments and a tiny, evil villain await. Muahahaha.

A career military man, Viktor lives for the next mission – and his collection of weapons — but a raid on an experimental lab makes him an unwilling protector, mostly because he can’t peel Renee off. A cold blooded croc, he never intended to settle down, but he didn’t count on a foxy lady warming his heart.

The world outside the laboratory was a big scary place. Unsure of how to deal with it, Renee latches onto the biggest, baddest, and sexiest, warrior around. Sharp toothed and with ice in his veins, Viktor’s violent side should have sent her running, but instead, she finds the courage to face her fears –and tame the lizard.

When danger comes knocking, with the intention of turning her lizard into a high priced fashion accessory, will Renee embrace her foxy side and show a croc she’s got what it takes to be his mate?

And will they finally vanquish the evil known as mastermind?

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars! An old croc learns knew tricks while opening up his heart to love and an "innocent" red fox. Together Viktor & Renee (Project, Project M87, Monique) are an adorable duo! From how they deal with their apparent, differences and the "mastermind" to their budding connection you cannot help but want to root for them.

This novel puts a great new twist on the F.U.C. Series, especially with the reveal of the "Mastermind!" I can't wait to see where this series will go next!!

I recommend this series and novel to those who enjoy paranormal erotic comedic romances!!

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My Previous Review(s) for this Series : Book 1

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Hybrid Misfit

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2013 | Feasted On: Ridgeville Series, Book 5 | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2014

Author's Novel Extras : Croc and the Fox (Furry United Coalition, #3) - Overview & Excerpt | Wanna F.U.C for Christmas?

Author's Series Extras : Furry United Coalition (F.U.C) Series - Overview | Furry United Coalition Bundle (F.U.C Books 1-3) - Overview | Bunny and the Bear (Furry United Coalition, #1) - Overview & Excerpt | Swan and the Bear, (Furry United Coalition, #2) - Overview & Excerpt | Lion and the Falcon (Furry United Coalition, #4) - Overview & Excerpt | Doe and the Wolf (Furry United Coalition, #5) - Overview & Excerpt | Squeeeeeeeeeeee! | Bunny And The Bear has been nominated!!! | Want to get officially F.U.C’d? | And the five, new FUC Agents are ... | Everyone needs a little FUC in their life... | The F.U.C Bundle is 99 cents for 3 days only!

Book Teaser(s) :

“Where are we going?”
“Away from here.”
“Are you taking me to the labs?”
“Of course not.”
“Locking me in solitary?”
His jaw tightened. “No one will be locking you up, ever again.” Well, unless she broke the law, but he’d let someone else explain that to her when – and if – they ever released her to the world at large.
“So where are we going then?”
“Like I said, away from here.”
“But I don’t want to leave.”
“Too bad. I say you have to. And since I’m bigger than you, what I say goes.” A childish retort for her juvenile arguing.
“This is kidnapping.”
“Rescue,” he corrected.
“You can’t do this.”
“I can and am.” He jogged up the several flights of stairs, ignoring the strange looks he got from the other FUC operatives wandering the place, photographing and boxing anything they found of interest. He also ignored the former prisoner’s demands to put her down. To go away. And to do something anatomically impossible with himself.
“Where did you learn such language?” he finally asked, reaching the top level. The vulgarity of her speech, especially coming from such a delicate looking cutie, surprised him.
“The guards. The doctors. The others in the cells with me. I even know some of them in Spanish. Would you like to hear them?” she replied sweetly.
“Sure, my boys could stand to learn some new ones. Feel free to shout as many as you like because we’re going outside now.”
“No!” she yelled. Viktor stumbled as she buried her face in his lower back and wrapped her arms around his middle, tighter than the anaconda he dated a few years back.
“Can’t breathe,” he joked.
Her grip didn’t loosen in the slightest. Faced with a dilemma, Viktor didn’t immediately exit the building. If this were a soldier, or agent, acting like a great big wuss bag, he would have ignored the terror and thrown them out to meet the source. But, his mystery lady was a victim. Somehow he doubted Kloe, or his coworkers, would approve of him just tossing her into the sunshine given her fear. And, a teensy tiny part of him, didn’t want to scare her further. A tiny part. ~ within Chapter 2

“Hey, red. Nice to see you again.”
Grinning, Renee waved back.
“Mary said you had news,” Viktor stated.
“I do. And I don’t. Also known as good and bad.”
Renee’s fingers tightened around his.
“What’s the bad news?” he asked.
“I couldn’t find a name for her.”
“I have one. Renee. Isn’t it pretty? Viktor gave it to me. The name that is. Apparently, I’m too young for him to teach me about sex.” Beaming, she didn’t understand why her announcement made him bang his head on the wall.
Jessie choked and whirled away from them, shoulders hunched and shaking.
“Is she alright?” Renee whispered. In the cells, when someone shook, it usually meant something bad was about to happen. Or gross. It would suck to lose her clean state to projectile vomit, or worse.
“She is fine for the moment, but I can’t vouch for her state later,” he growled. ~ within Chapter 6

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Cover Reveal: The Contract [Uncovering You Series, Book 1] by Scarlett Edwards

"The Contract" [Uncovering You Series, Book 1] by Scarlett Edwards
Imprint : ???
Genre : Dark Romance
Novel length : ???
Format : Kindle Edition
Publication Released Date : March 27, 2014
Series (Y/N) : Yes, first book in series. Second will be out April 20th, 2014.
Author's Book Cover :

Author's Book Description :

When I wake up in a dark, unfamiliar room, I have no idea what's waiting for me in the shadows. My imagination conjures up demons of the worst kind.

Reality is much worse:

A collar with no leash. A prison with no walls. And a life stripped of meaning.

I am presented with a vile contract and asked to sign. It outlines the terms of my servitude. The only information I have about my captor are the two small letters inked at the bottom:

J.S.

Armed with only my memories, I must do everything I can to avoid becoming ensnared in his twisted mind games. But in the end, it all comes down to one choice:

Resist and die.

Or submit, and sign my life away.

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

“Lilly.”
Oh God. It’s him. There’s no mistaking that rich, masculine treble.
What’s he doing down here?
“M-Mr. Stonehart,” I stutter, turning. I curse my inability to hide my surprise. He totally caught me off-guard. I have to look up to meet his eyes. Then up some more.
The face that I find is so striking it should belong to a Greek god.
He’s younger than I expected. Late thirties, maybe early forties.
That means he started his company when he was younger than me!
Dark scruff lines his angular cheeks. His jet-black hair is styled in long, natural waves. My fingers itch to run through it.
Totally inappropriate.
He has a prominent nose that might be too big on a less imposing man, but on him, it’s perfect.
In short, he’s a package of the purest masculinity I’ve ever seen.
And then there are his eyes. Oh my God. His eyes. They pierce into me like honing missiles. They are the deepest black I have ever seen. They would be frightening if they weren’t so beautiful. When the light reflects a certain way, you catch a glimpse of the purple underneath.
They are like midnight sapphires. His eyes reveal a cunning intellect. Those eyes do not miss a thing.
Add all that to his towering height, his wide shoulders, his confident-yet-at-ease posture... and Stonehart cuts an intimidating figure.
My gaze darts to his left hand before I can stop it. No ring. He’s unmarried.
He looks down at me, expectantly. His eyes narrow ever so slightly, and I feel like I’m being dissected, measured up, and tucked away in some small corner of his brain. I imagine this is what a gemstone feels like under the magnifying class of the most critical appraiser.
Stonehart clears his throat. I come to with a start, realizing I haven’t said anything in ages. I open my mouth, but the capacity for speech seems like a foreign concept to my brain. “I—”
Somebody bumps into me from behind. I stagger forward. I’m not used to these shoes, so my heel steps the wrong way. My ankle twists under me, and I start to fall.
I don’t fall far. The hand still on my elbow tightens, and Stonehart pulls me into him.
I plaster myself onto the solid steel wall the man has for a body. I catch a scent of his cologne. It’s a deep, musky smell with a hint of charred spruce that is all male. It scrambles my thoughts even more.
“Sorry!” a rushed voice calls out. From the corner of my eye, I see the postman giving a hurried, apologetic wave.
Although the sequence lasts less than a second, it feels like an eternity. Pressed up against him like that, I don’t want to move. I know that I couldn’t have made a worse first impression.
Stonehart eases me off him with a firm yet gentle grip. Our eyes meet. I flush the most vibrant red. His fingers graze my forehead as he brushes a lock of hair out of my face.
Any tenderness I may have imagined vanishes when Stonehart takes out his cell. He long dials a key and growls an order. “Steven. See the delivery boy leaving right now? Have his building pass revoked.”
I gape. Stonehart keeps speaking. “Wait. I thought of one better. Bar his company from accessing the building.” There’s a pause. “For how long? Indefinitely. FedEx can talk to me when they have an improved employee selection program in place.”
The phone call gives me just enough time to compose myself. My heart’s still beating out of my chest. But nobody has to know that.
I speak without thinking. “You’re going to restrict the entire company from serving this building because of that?”
Stonehart humors me with an answer. “A company’s employees are its most important asset. Their behavior reflects the organization as a whole. If FedEx decided that clown is good enough for them, it tells me they’re sloppy. I do not do business with sloppy organizations.”
“What about the other tenants in the building?” I ask. “Won’t that piss them off?”
When I hear myself and realize how improper my question is, my cheeks flame red again.
Stonehart’s eyes darken, as if he cannot believe I asked that question. I open my mouth to apologize for my imprudence, hating the way my professional skills have evaporated into thin air. I’m cut off by a short, barked laugh.
“Miss Ryder.” He sounds amused. “I believe that is the most direct and honest question anybody has dared ask me in weeks.” He takes my elbow again and leads me to the elevators. I have to take two quick steps to match one of his long strides.
“Yes,” he continues. “They will be ‘pissed off.’ But the perk of owning a building—” he hits the elevator call button, “—is that you get to make executive decisions.” He gives me an unreadable glance as the doors open. “That is, at the risk of being questioned by inexperienced interns.”
If that isn’t a loaded remark, I don’t know what is. I flush scarlet red for the third time since I’ve met him. I’ve never had a man throw me so off balance.
The elevator is packed, for which I’m infinitely thankful. The trip up will give me some time to properly compose myself.
Gratitude turns to panic when the crowd files out, meek as mice, when Stonehart steps in. None of the people waiting in the lobby follow us.
The doors close. I’m alone in here with him. My heart’s beating as fast as a hummingbird’s wings.
He catches me staring. “Impressed?” he asks.
“They know you,” I manage.
His dark eyes flash with amusement. “Astute.”

About the Author :

I’m Scarlett Edwards. I wrote my first book as a college sophomore. After six months of edits, it made its debut as "Yours to Savor."

That was at the start of 2013. I’ve written more books since then. You can find them all here.

It’s funny how quickly life changes. I used to think I’d need a degree to get a “Real Job.” Then I wrote a few books, they got somewhat popular, and now I’m living the life as a full-time romance author.

Thanks to all my readers for making my dreams come true!

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Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2014

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY EVERYONE!!
Time to spread the love!! In honor of it being Valentine's Day ... here is a list (in no particular order) of book couples that I thoroughly enjoyed reading about this past year (from February 2013 - January 2014):

♥ means that I gave the couple's novel a 5 star rating
-- Read more about the novel (and a teaser or two) each couple is in by clicking their title links --

• Kassandra (Kassie) & Rumal [from "The Arrival" [The BirthRight Trilogy, Book 1] by Nicole MacDonald]: They just seem so cute together!
• Daisy & Sebastian [from "Just Desserts" [Holland Springs Series, Book 4] by Marquita Valentine]: They are a unique couple, in the sense that once all of their cards are on the table both still want to make the other happy or due whatever is best for them, even if that means making sacrifices for one another. Plus, they have an unusual relationship; in the sense of how they became a couple that was fun to read about!
• Melinda & The Beast (Edward) [from "A Happily Ever After of Her Own" [Ever After Series, Book 1] by Nadia Lee]: I really liked the enchantingly humorous banter that these two partake in...Together they seemed to fit each other perfectly...
• Malencia (Cia) & Tomas [from "The Testing" [The Testing Trilogy, Book 1] by Joelle Charbonneau]: They were kind of friends in school yet as they progress to University their relationship turned into something more and I hope that her feelings for Tomas won't get her into trouble as this series progresses.
• Raquel (Rocky) & Fen [from "Witch Bound" [Twilight of the Gods Series, Book 2] by Eleri Stone]: They have this instant attraction that neither (at first) wants to mess with but as everything grows between them, once they start up a friendship, by the end of the book it's hard for them to stay apart no matter what their original plans were. ♥
• Jaxina (Jax) & Keller [from "Magick" [The Coven Series, Book 3] by Trish Milburn]: I loved how their relationship comes together in this novel!!
• Casey & David [from "The Runaway Roommate" [Kdrama Chronicles, Book 1] by C. S. Mae]: They were similar in so many ways that it was easy to want to root for them to finally get together.
• Isabella (Belle) & Nicholas (Nick) [from "Spellbound" by Emmie Dark]: The chemistry between them is undeniable and it flies off the page!
• Douglass & Marcus [from "Planet Mail" [Valhalla/Mail Call Series, Book 1] by Kate Pearce]: They are an interesting match up. With their different sizes to their opposing feminist views, they were quite the pair!
• Alicia, Vince, & Emerson [from "With the Boys in the Band" by Marie Medina]: Two best friends learn the depth of their friendship and love while opening up their hearts to someone else and something new.
• Sara & Jerden [from "Wildcat" [The Cat Star Chronicles, Book 9] by Cheryl Brooks]:I could not get enough of them!! Reading about their personal tragedies and how they worked together to get over their fears was heartwarming and very erotic. ♥
• Taylor & Reece [from "The Switched Baby Scandal" [Scandals of San Sebastian Series, Book 1] by Theresa Meyers]: I found that their electrifying passion that turns into a sweet relationship was well thought out and well written.
• Alice & Hatter [from "Her Mad Hatter" [Kingdom Series, Book 1] by Marie Hall]: They are equal parts passion and promise. Their story is one that is fun and entertaining while the sweet and thoughtful scenes seem to sneak up on you.
• Avani & Rais [from "Savage Possession" [Temple of Luna Series, Book 1] by Moira Rogers]: They suit each other so well; especially with the way, she soothes all of his hard edges.
• Maysie & Jordan [from "Bad Rep" by A. Meredith Walters]: Two people who have an instant connection to each other deal with the difficulties that happen when they want someone that they can't have yet cannot seem to say no too. You can't help but root for Maysie & Jordan and wish the best for them.
• Samantha (Sam) & Judd [from "Indelible" by Bethany Lopez]: Together these two made a great team, one hot couple, and a fun duo to read about! ♥
• Abbey & Lucian [from "Love at Stake" [Fated Match Series, Book 1] by Victoria Davies]: They are a pair of opposites that just seem to make the perfect match-up! Abbey tests Lucian's typical control while making him feel more alive then he has felt in a long time. In addition, their banter and robust flirtation keeps you wanting more from this novel!
• Heddy & Lang [from "It's a Boy!" [The Camdens of Colorado Series, Book 3] by Victoria Pade]: I thoroughly enjoyed the chemistry and whirlwind romance that blooms between them.
• Francesca (Frankie) & Jace [from "Twilight Hunter" [The Execution Underground Series, Book 1] by Kait Ballenger]: Two people who seem destined for each other if they can only get over the little fact that they are enemies.
• Trista & Scott [from "Giving Thanks for Baby" [Tiny Blessings Series, Book 11] by Terri Reed]: They were really sweet together and played off each other very well.
• Elena & Rohan [from "Conquest" by Rebecca York]: I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the quick yet endearing romance that sweeps up Elena and Rohan together.
• Skye & Nathan [from "Sexting While Working" by Morgan Marek]: Two co-workers find out that they are each others secret sexting partner while in a boardroom conference together. ♥
• Kendall & Griffin [from "Catch a Falling Star" by Beth K. Vogt]: Kendall handles everything with such grace that you can't help but root for her, especially when it comes to her relationships with Griffin & his brother.
• Chloe & Sayid [from "Heir to a Desert Legacy" [Secret Heirs of Powerful Men Series, Book 1] by Maisey Yates]: Two people who had terrible childhoods but when Aden comes into their lives their perception of who they once were and what they once wanted to be change for the better.
• Julie & Jack [from "The Other Half" by Cotton Nightie]: They are great counter parts to each other. They help each other in many ways yet even when things get tough; it's never too much to tear them apart...
• Eloise (Elly) & Deuce [from "Deuces Wild" [Ridgeville Series, Book 5] by Celia Kyle]: An odd pairing shifter-wise but perfect matches for everything else. Also, I like how Elly believed in Deuce no matter what and that she was an excellent shot with a gun.
• Katy & Liam [from "Playing Games" [Games Series, Book 2] by Jessica Clare]: They are quite a pair! Both seem to be complete opposites but soon learn there is more to each of them then what they appear. ♥
• Dorothy (D. J./Sparkle) & Scott [from "Love Overdue" by Pamela Morsi]: Together they seemed to light up the pages when they thought about their shared pasts and what was going on between them currently. I could not get enough of this one electric duo!
• Rylee & Atticus [from "The Canuck Werewolf" [Oh, Canada!/Big City Pack Series, Book 1] by Marisa Chenery]: Their quick romance is spicy and sweet to read about.
• Ryan & Marcus [from "Love Songs for the Road" by Farrah Taylor]: Together these two learn just what it means to fall in love for real and with each other, they can accomplish their hearts desires!
• Larissa & Terak [from "Stone Guardian" [Entwined Realms Series, Book 1] by Danielle Monsch]: They are quite a pair, from their immediate chemistry to dealing with each other's differences. I really liked them together!!
• Ruthy & Luciano (Lucas/Luke) [from "Swept Away" [Trouble in Texas Series, Book 1] by Mary Connealy]: They are quite a pair! They had each other’s back the whole way through in their novel, and I LOVED the way Luke tries to romance Ruthy as it made me laugh for that whole section! ♥
• Cameron (Cam), Blaine, & Graham [from "A Mating Dance" [Ashwood Falls Series, Book 2] by Lia Davis]: They make a great triad that kept you on your toes while rooting for them and their makeshift family from the very beginning.
• Cinderella (Ella) & Hassan [from "The Sheikh's Heir" [The Santina Crown Series, Book 2] by Sharon Kendrick]: Two people deal with unexpected circumstances while overcoming personal issues of their own.
• Kitrina (Kit) & Zander [from "Tamed By The Fire" [The Academy Series, Book 4] by Maxine Mansfield]: They are one couple that tries to fight fate even when they don't want to. I liked how these two just clicked despite everything against them.
• Zara & Ty [from "Ice Games" [Games Series, Book 3] by Jessica Clare]: They are more alike then they'd like to admit at first when they meet but as they become friends during their time together sparks begin to fly and soon they both know it's not a question about if they'll get together but when!
• Melanie & Carter [from "Drive Me Crazy" [Holland Springs Series, Book 1] by Marquita Valentine]: They're one couple that I loved reading about and couldn't get enough of, so I hope they'll be secondary characters in the other books within this series. ♥
• Annika & Tyr the Valiant (Tyr) [from "Ice Gods" by Helen Scott Taylor]: They are such a sweet couple!!! I loved how their romance grew and became something in and of its own!
• Kitty & Rafe [from "Bad Kitty" [Southern Shifter Series & The Black Cougar Trilogy, Book 4] by Eliza Gayle]: I was instantly captivated by Kitty's feistiness and Rafe's erotic determination. Between the two of them I kept wishing that this novel was longer just so could read more about them; they were just a great match up!!
• Sheree & Derek [from "Night's Promise" [Children of The Night Series, Book 6] by Amanda Ashley]: Together, these two are a sweet couple who make their love for one another pull them through all of the obstacles that get in their way.
• Ashley (The Redhead/Eleanor) & ZXQ-One (Sam) [from "Mindlink" by Kat Cantrell]: I enjoyed reading and learning about how the "mindlink" worked. As well as, seeing how Sam & Ashley's relationship grew because of the link. Sam grew to turn into as "normal" a human he could become, while Ashley learned to overcome her past mistakes because of Sam's gentle touch and help.
• Jolie & Wesley (Hauk) [from "How Beauty Saved the Beast" [Tales of the Underlight Series, Book 2] by Jax Garren]: They are so similar it was like they were made for each other! I could not get enough of these two and their cast of colorful friends! ♥
• Sabrina & Griegs [from "A Bead of Blood" [The Wiccan-Were-Bear Series, Book 5] by R. E. Butler]: Two mates/beloveds find each other in very unusual circumstances and make sure they are able to stay together now matter what.
• Liza & Ryan [from "Play With Me" [Grover Beach Team Series, Book 1] by Anna Katmore]: I found their relationship passionate, intense, and charming!
• Pia & Valerio (Val) [from "Starved For Love" by Annie Nicholas]: They are an intense couple whose world-win relationship was one that everyone wishes they could have, in some way. They are drawn to each other in more ways then one and it takes a lot for things to come between them, even though Pia's old anxieties and Val's wives try too.
• Rebecca & Kent [from "Exclusive Interview" [Rock Arrangement Series, Book 1] by Ava Lore]: They have a great build-up to an intense relationship that is very intriguing.
• Aubrey & Jake [from "Battlescars" [Battlescars Series, Book 1] by Sophie Monroe]: They are a perfect pair, from their humorous antics to Jake's self-deprecating ways to how they come to fight for each other as best they can. I loved their whirlwind romance; especially how Jake goes about trying to win Aubrey over it was all very gentlemanly. ♥
  
• Samantha (Sam) & Chase [from "Chasing Sam" [Vegas Mates Series, Book 1] by Krystal Shannan]: Sam and Chase were a great match! I am so happy with how everything turned out between them; I can't wait to see where their lives will end up.
• Alice & Noah [from "Don’t Bite the Bridesmaid" [Sons of Kane Series, Book 1] by Tiffany Allee]: I thoroughly enjoyed reading about their (a little unusual) world-win romance. They are perfect for each other because they balance each other out.
• Rose & Simon [from "Romancing His English Rose" [Lady Lancaster Garden Society Series, Book 2] by Catherine Hemmerling]: These two come together from being distant acquaintances to lovelorn sweethearts.
• Cassie & Ben [from "Dear Cassie" by Lisa Burstein]: Together they seem like oil and water, but in truth, they balance each other out in a way that surprises Cassie...
• Kylie & Michael [from "The Last Bride in Ballymuir" [Ballymuir Series, Book 1] by Dorien Kelly]: I loved them together and I'm really happy with the way their novel plays out.
• Anne & Daniel [from "A Night Like This" [The Smythe-Smith Quartet Series, Book 2] by Julia Quinn]: I loved them! Their story was one I did not completely expect yet it kept me riveted the whole way through. ♥
• Elizabeth (Lizzie) & Thomas [from "Lovestruck in London" by Rachel Schurig]: Together they evened each other out, especially when it felt like the world kept trying to pull them apart.
• Larksong (Lark) & Sarco [from "Tempted by the Storm" [The Academy of Magical Arts Series, Book 2] by Maxine Mansfield]: I enjoyed reading about Lark & Sarco's struggle between their hearts and their duty. Especially when they both realized that they never truly put themselves first before and no matter how much they want to now they can't because they care too much for their families and their people to do that to them. Nevertheless, these two make a great duo, from their magical talents to their sense of humor they complement each other very well.
• Alice & Sebastian (Bast) [from "Hunger Awakened" [Vampire Hunger Series, Book 2] by Dee Carney]: Two "people" who come from tough pasts, finding each other and help each other deal with the cards life handed them. You can't help but fall into this novel and start rooting for Alice & Bast immediately; they are just that sweet of couple!
• Patience & William [from "The Headmistress of Rosemere" [Whispers on the Moors Series, Book 2] by Sarah E. Ladd]: Their charming romance will touch your heart while keeping you entertained!
• Lyra & Finn [from "Darkness Awakened" [Darkness Series, Book 1] by Katie Reus]: They are an unstoppable duo! They also, complete each other in a way that even though they've been separated for about seventeen years their relationship quickly picks up where they left off. ♥
• Evelyn (Ev, Evvie, child bride) & David [from "Lick" [Stage Dive Series, Book 1] by Kylie Scott]: Two supposed opposites find that the empowering connection that seems to grow between them might help them make it through anything...
• Rennie & Dale [from "Midnight's Surrender" [Dark Warriors Series, Book 8.5] by Donna Grant]: Together they find a power that will destroy the evil coming after them if only Rennie can embrace her destiny and open her heart!
• Gillian & Maksim (Maks) [from "One Night Heir" [By His Royal Decree Series, Book 1] by Lucy Monroe]: It's endearing, sweet, and interesting in the way they choose to stick together and find a way to make everything work between them.
• Charmaine & Parker [from "Untamed: An Alpha's Kiss" by Evelyn Glass]: Two enemies find themselves in unusual territory when they learn they are each other's mates, now they'll have to fend off both their packs, friends, and family's until everything settles with hopes that everything will work out for the best...
• Tess & Tobias (Toby) [from "The Boys of Summer" [Summer Series, Book 1] by C. J. Duggan]: They were so sweet together. Plus, I loved how Tess seemed to make Toby a better version of himself too. ♥
• Cinderella & Prince Charming [from "The Wronged Princess" [Cinderella Series, Book 1] by Kae Elle Wheeler]: They have a sweet romance and their novel is a fun take on a fairytale classic!
• Ember (Emmie) & Nikolas (Nik) [from "The Rocker That Holds Me" [The Rocker Series, Book 1] by Terri Anne Browning]: Their relationship is moving, potent, intense, and very sweet. I loved reading about their shared past since it made their current struggles of being in love with each other all the better.
• Ari & Dane [from "Mates Since Birth" [Half-Breed Shifter Series, Book 3] by Miranda Stowe]: Two young mates grow up to find that distance does make the heart grow fonder!
• Willow & David / Willow & Talisen [from "Influential Magic" [Crescent City Fae Series, Book 1] by Deanna Chase]: ...I liked both of Willow's guys, David and Talisen. In some ways, I wish she could end up with both but I know that's not possible.
• Riley & Sam [from "Heavy Metal" [Goddesses Rising Series, Book 2] by Natalie J. Dramschroder]: I couldn't get enough of this duo! They were there for each other when they needed someone the most and those feelings grew into something even more! ♥
• Jennifer (Jenny) & Matteo (Matt) [from "Marriage Scandal, Showbiz Baby!" [within A Scandal, A Secret, A Baby] by Sharon Kendrick]: I really loved these two together! They are an understanding couple (in some ways) who when faced with a special surprise they deal find a way to work through their differences in such a sweet way.
• Jamison & Ryder [from "Crash into Me" [Shaken Dirty Series, Book 1] by Tracy Wolff]: They are a combustible duo in regards to their ever-growing relationship. They couldn't get enough of each other, no matter what they said, and it makes for a steamy novel which you wish wouldn't end!
• Julia & Damien [from "Blind Wolf" by Aubrey Rose]: Their connection is undeniable even though it takes a while for Damien to believe it for himself.
• Beth (Trixi), Simon, & Gene [from "Hybrid Misfit" by Eve Langlais]: They are a match mate in ... well not heaven but definitely in limbo!
• Abby & Sloan [from "A Weaver Beginning" [Return to the Double C Series, Book 18] by Allison Leigh]: Their attraction is undeniable and so captivating that I couldn't get enough.
• Rachael & Ryan [from "Rush Me" by Allison Parr]: Two supposed opposites meet unexpectedly and get into a relationship that neither of them are used to but both want desperately to keep! I could not get enough of these two!! They were snarky, fun, and brought positive changes into each other’s lives while they fumbled through their feelings for each other. ♥
• Wysteria (Tera), Melo, & Tahlon [from "A Twitch of Tail" [The Wiccan-Were-Bear Series, Book 6] by R. E. Butler]: Two brothers find their mate, now if they can only make sure their pasts don't interfere with their futures.
• Cerian & Oliver [from "It Happened Under the Mistletoe" [The Secret Brides Series, Book 3.5] by Valerie Bowman]: Their blossoming romance is one that I thoroughly enjoyed reading about. From their growing friendship to their personal worries/feelings for each other, this novella is one that I didn't want to finish, as I liked the main characters so much.
• Elisabeth (Beth) & Ryan [from "Dare You To" [Pushing the Limits Series, Book 2] by Katie McGarry]: Two supposedly opposites find that they are drawn to each other in a way neither can explain yet both can't help but want to explore...
• Whitney, Emmett, & Levy [from "Whitney" [Alpha Marked Series, Book 3] by Celia Kyle]: This match up was combustible! I loved how Whitney was able to find romance, even under the most unique of circumstances!
• Ella & Kees [from "Heart of Stone" [Gargoyles Series, Book 1] by Christine Warren]: They are one of those couples whose banter made their love story that much better! One hot know-it-all gargoyle and one reluctant magical woman team up to save the world while they fall in love along the way!
• Cordelia & Nicodemus (Nico) [from "Desire By Blood" [By Blood Series, Book 1] by Melissa Schroeder]: I loved this dynamic duo! Cordelia with her sass and Nico with his passion made me fly through this novel trying to read more, more, more about them!! ♥
• Susanna & Nathaniel (Nate) [from "Once Upon a Prince" [The Royal Wedding Series, Book 1] by Rachel Hauck]: Two people deal with unexpected circumstances in their lives where find themselves meeting each other and changing the courses their lives where planned to follow.
• Trishelle (Trisha) & Captain James Hook [from "Hook's Pan" [Kingdom Series, Book 5] by Marie Hall]: They are a stubborn, adventurous, and entertaining duo that makes you root for them as soon as they meet! Both are still dealing with the deaths of loved ones who have been gone for quite some time, and with through the help of each other they learn to love "again."
• Heidi & Javier [from "Falke's Renegade" [Puma Nights Series, Book 3] by Madison Layle & Anna Leigh Keaton]: They pushed each other in ways I never expected, while I liked their constant need to protect each other even through Javier's personal denial of what he wanted being right in front of him.
• Charlotte & Sam [from "A Marriage in Middlebury" by Anita Higman]: They are meant for each other no matter how long time has kept them apart.
• Jolie & Wesley (Hauk) [from "How Beauty Loved the Beast" [Tales of the Underlight Series, Book 3] by Jax Garren]: Two friends and "soul mates" fight the biggest battle of their lives in order to win each other's heart, as well as, to defeat their enemy. ♥
• Jamie, Ambrose, & Balin [from "Her Warriors’ Three Wishes" [Dante’s Circle Series, Book 2] by Carrie Ann Ryan]: They are a unique couple that will be interesting to see how their lives will turn out as this series progresses. I especially enjoyed that the guys were open to the unusual changes in their lives as much as they were, definitely quicker then Jamie was.
• Jasmine (Jazz/Hellcat) & Doc Goodman (Griz/Grizzly/Papa Bear) [from "The Alpha's Daughter" [The Wolvers Series, Book 3] by Jacqueline Rhoades]: They push each other's buttons throughout their novel, while slowly learning to respect each other and fall for each other...
• Beryl & Gavin [from "Tattoo Thief: Gavin & Beryl" [Tattoo Thief Series, Book 1] by Heidi Joy Tretheway]: This enticing duo go from a harsh employer/employee relationship to friends to a whole lot more while getting to know each other through internet messages and colorful banter.
• Diana & Tyson [from "Beloved" [Where the Heart Lives Series, Book 3] by Robin Lee Hatcher]: They balance each other out in ways that are so sweet and entertaining as they find ways to bring their lives together. ♥
• Brynn & Gannon [from "Body to Barter" [Half-Breed Shifter Series, Book 4] by Miranda Stowe]: I loved reading about the instant chemistry and passion that these two share. They are a unique pairing that was fun to read about!
• Cassie & Matt [from "Sleeping Virgin Seduction" by Nicole Snow]: A crush turns into seduction, which turns into a whole lot more...
• Celeste & Ben [from "One Tiny Miracle..." by Carol Marinelli]: I enjoyed reading about their past struggles and how they slowly turn over a "new leaf" with each other. Their relationship is dynamic, surprising (in some ways), and charming in it's simplicity.
• Katherine & Graham [from "When a Lord Needs a Lady" by Jane Goodger]: I especially loved how they fell in love with each other while they both were pretending to be poor and how once they learn the truth it made them even more enamored with each other too.

Is there any book couple who you really enjoyed reading about this past year?? If so---who, from which book, and why??

-- Click here to check out my best couple list for 2013. --

Feasted On: Brightside Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 1119 KB | Expected Release Date: February 10, 2014 | Publisher: Entangled Publishing : Embrace | Obtained: Entangled Publishing

"In Bloom" [Brightside Series, Book 1] by Katie Delahanty

Author's Book Description : My name is Olivia Bloom and I. Am. Free.

I left for LA with everything I owned piled into my old Volkswagen and dreams of becoming a costume designer. Little did I know I’d wind up designing for a lingerie company—yeah, not sure how I landed this gig—and taken under the wing of two young Hollywood insiders. The fashion shows and parties were great, but life really got exciting when the seriously hottest lead singer of my favorite band started to fall for me.

How does someone like me, an ordinary girl from Pittsburgh, wind up in the arms of the world’s sexiest rock star—surrounded by celebrities, fashion, and music—and not be eaten alive? Berkeley is everything I've ever dreamed of in a boyfriend, but the paparazzi, the tabloids, the rumors, it's all getting a bit too crazy. My life has become every girl’s dream come true, if only I don’t blink and lose it all...

My Book Review : 4.5 out of 5 stars! An entertaining and enthralling love story! It's about a girl who's life turns up-side-down when she gets to know rock star crush and thrown into the world of the rich and famous. The kind of story every girl dreams about happening to them at one point or another (by having either the so nice/understanding boss and/or dating your idol crush), while making you laugh at the antics of Olivia's mother and friends.

I LOVED this novel and I cannot wait to see where this series will take us next! Especially since I feel it covered a lot of major twists that you'd typically see in a romance novel I'm not sure what else Ms. Delahanty can/will throw at Berkeley & Olivia. The only twist that surprised me by its rushedness was within the last chapter and I'm not sure it really flowed well with the rest of the novel, which is why I rated it the way I did. Basically, the last chapter makes me wonder even more, what twists are yet to come...

I recommend this novel and series to anyone who likes dramedy type of contemporary romances, especially if you like them with heroes who are in rock bands!

- On a side note -
I thoroughly enjoyed the tweets throughout the novel (even more so after I learned that Ms. Delahanty actually created each acct for her characters). The tweets made me want to use my own twitter acct more so then I have been lately! =0)

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Author's Series Extras : Pinterest: Liv's Apartment | Pinterest: Liv's Favorite Photoshoots | Instagram: Olivia Bloom | Twitter: Olivia Bloom | Twitter: Berkeley Dalton | Twitter: Mark Vancleer | Twitter: Mrs. Bloom | Twitter: Parker Mifflin | Twitter: Blair Hamilton | Twitter: Christina Carlton | Twitter: Lisa Greene | Twitter: Amanda Conrad (aka Boots) | Twitter: Gemma Mallory | The Characters are ALIVE!

Who is your Brightside boyfriend?

Friendly and outgoing drummer - Ted Thomas Super-friendly Ted is a guy’s guy. He loves having lots of friends around and playing bartender. As his girlfriend, expect to host a poker night or throw a big bash. Ted loves to entertain and wants a girl who is okay with being the life of the party by his side. When you’re alone prepare for lots of conversation and to be taken to movies and sporting events. Ted’s always on the go!

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Book Teaser(s) :

As I close the bathroom door behind me, I turn and am startled to see Berkeley leaning in the hallway’s doorframe.
My stomach drops, and I don’t think before I blurt, “We have to stop meeting like this.”
He laughs, and a little thrill shoots through me. I just made Berkeley Dalton laugh.
Taking me in, he steps forward. “Well, I don’t know where the Vicente is,” he says. “And maybe I was too presumptuous before—I’ll only come over if you want me to.”
I feel those eyes on me, and I struggle to hold it together. If I want him to? Does he think I have a choice? For a second I imagine saying no, but it’s not in me. It’s my nature to try to make him feel comfortable even when I’m so uncomfortable. “Of course you should come over if you want to. It’ll be fun,” I lie. If by fun you mean us staring at each other in painful silence while we both wonder why the heck you came over in the first place and maybe alternate between electrocution and water boarding. Sounds great. ~ within Chapter 12

Parker Mifflin @IsIndulgent
Can’t wait for Project Runway tonight! You know how I love a project.

Blair Hamilton @SuperSpinstress
@IsIndulgent And you know how I love a cocktail. What’s on tap?

Parker Mifflin @IsIndulgent
@SuperSpinstress Project-tinis? We can use sewing needles instead of toothpicks!

Olivia Bloom @BloomOlivia
@IsIndulgent @SuperSpinstress Wish I could join! Still at work...remember when I didn’t have to say that? Ah the good ol’ days... #yesterday

Olivia Bloom @BloomOlivia
@IsIndulgent @SuperSpinstress PS It’s all fun and games until someone swallows a needle. Project-tini = #dangerousdrink ~ within Chapter 36

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