Friday, January 15, 2016

Made the Grade: Highland Gargoyles Series, Book 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 2132 KB | Release Date: October 17, 2014 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon | Originally Found Out About @ THE WOLF PACK RUN IS HEADING YOUR WAY!

"Knights of Stone: Mason" [Highland Gargoyles Series, Book 1] by Lisa Carlisle

Author's Book Description : Gargoyles, tree witches, and wolf shifters have divided the Isle of Stone after a great battle twenty-five years ago. When Kayla, a tree witch, hears about the unconventional rock concerts in the gargoyle’s territory, she sneaks from her coven and into their territory to see for herself. Night after night, she returns to see one in particular shift into human form and play guitar at these unconventional shows.

For several nights, Mason has kept watch for the pixie-like female. He plans to seduce her, thinking she’s a visitor from another island. When he discovers she’s one of the tree witches, he retreats, attempting to keep his distance. The temptation is strong, but forbidden.

Kayla and Mason attempt to meet in secret, but other elements on the isle command their attention. A magical cloak created by the three clans on the island is thinning, leading to repercussions for all the clans. Kayla and Mason are caught in the middle of it, and their actions may change the fate for all.

This novella was originally released as part of the USA Today bestselling Highland Shifters paranormal romance boxed set.

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars. About 25 years ago, a war ravaged the Isle of Stone, which ultimately divided the island and the three cultures/clans living there (the gargoyles, tree witches, and werewolves). However, everyone's future is about to change soon the veil that hid them from humans is thinning and crashing down. Along with that, one tree witch's (Kayla) curiosity about the gargoyle's rock band concerts will set in motion a forbidden relationship and the beginnings for a possible peace between the clans. Will everyone be willing to work together or will old grudges be too hard to overcome?

This unique gargoyle erotic romance is sweet and spicy. I enjoyed how Mason was a gentleman with Kayla when they first met and how their relationship quickly advanced from there. Mason & Kayla’s passionate encounters and how they came to realize they would do whatever it takes to be together, was very thrilling.

I recommend this to those looking for a quick paranormal erotic romance to read!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Kobo (e-Book) : Knights of Stone: Lachlan (Book 2) | Amazon (e-Book) : Knights of Stone: Lachlan (Book 2)


Kobo (e-Book) : Knights of Stone: Mason (Book 1)
Amazon (e-Book) : Highland Gargoyles Series

Author's Novel Extras : Book #Excerpt of Knights of Stone: Mason – Book 1 in Highland Gargoyles Series | Run Wild with the Wolf Pack with this Hot Shifter Sale and Awesome Giveaway!

New cover! Knights of Stone: Mason - part of the Highland Gargoyles series. Http://lisacarlislebooks.com

A photo posted by Lisa Carlisle (@lisacarlislebooks) on


Author's Series Extras : Highland Gargoyles Series - Overview | Preorder Knights of Stone: Lachlan by Lisa Carlisle – Hot gargoyle shifter romance! | Highland Shifters, Gargoyles and Tree Witches – Knights of Stone: Mason by Lisa Carlisle

Book Teaser(s) :
"What are you doing in the forest?"
"What I must do." He nodded his head and peered through still wise eyes.
"I don't understand."
"I can't let a woman walk alone unprotected through the woods."
"You're going to--escort me?" She pointed at her chest.
"Aye."
Her head throbbed with confusion. The creature who she'd been warned about her entire life did not exhibit a flicker of animosity or bloodthirsty rage. In fact, he was trying to protect her. ~ within Chapter 2
"I could stay here with you forever."
She wasn't sure which melted her heart more--his words or his devastating grin. ~ within Chapter 4
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Lisa, then please check out her Amazon Acct.

Thursday, January 14, 2016

Feasted On: Heat Wave Series, Book 3

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon: Paperback - Pages: 229; Kindle Edition - File Size: 2410 KB | Expected Release Date: June 9, 2015 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: NetGalley

"Crossing Lines" [Heat Wave Series, Book 3] by Alannah Lynne

Author's Book Description : In "CROSSING LINES," the world’s best-stocked toy drawer can only take a gal so far. Bored with her current assortment of vibrating, plastic pieces, building inspector Sam Wallace decides to add a new sex toy to her collection: Kevin Mazze. The irresistible Italian is happy to help her live out her long-held sexual fantasies, while also insinuating himself into her life and winning the affection of her five-year old daughter. But just as Sam starts to trust Kevin with her heart, as well as her body, she learns he’s committed an unforgivable sin.

Myrtle Beach developer Kevin Mazze is one of the good guys. He’s spent his life always doing the right things and making those around him happy, even if it means maintaining a relationship long after it’s reached its expiration date. When he meets the woman of his dreams, he finds himself making bad choices in the name of good and crossing lines he never thought he would… while praying she never learns of the secret he’s been hiding.

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars, during a whirlwind weekend, Kevin's life comes to a crossroads and changes forever when temptation gets the best of him. When Sam (Samantha) and her daughter, Michaela, fall into his life, they unintentionally save him but since it's a very complicated time for him, the choices he makes aren't always the best ones. Once all Kevin's secrets come to light, will he be able to pick up all the pieces after the fallout and really get a relationship going between Sam and himself? Or will it be too little too late?

This fast-paced novel is very erotic but sweet in the way that Sam & Kevin get to know one another. I liked it even though I'm still a little appalled by Kevin's decisions. Nevertheless, Kevin & Sam were a great together, definitely a perfect pair despite how they got together.

I recommend it to those who are looking for a fast-paced erotic romance.

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : Saving Me (Book 1) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Last Call (Book 2) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Going All In (Book 4) | IndieBound (Paperback) : Matter of Time (Book 5) | Kobo (e-Book) : Last Call (Book 2) | Kobo (e-Book) : A Christmas Heat Wave | Kobo (e-Book) : Going All In (Book 4) | Kobo (e-Book) : Matter of Time (Book 5) | Amazon (Kindle) : Saving Me (Book 1) | Amazon (Kindle) : Last Call (Book 2) | Amazon (Kindle) : A Christmas Heat Wave | Amazon (Kindle) : Going All In (Book 4) | Amazon (Kindle) : Matter of Time (Book 5)


IndieBound (Paperback) : Crossing Lines (Book 3)

Kobo (e-Book) : Crossing Lines (Book 3)
Amazon (Paperback) : Heat Wave Series

Author's Novel Extras : Crossing Lines - Overview & Excerpt

Author's Series Extras : Saving Me - Overview & Excerpt | Last Call - Overview & Excerpt | Going All In - Overview & Excerpt | Matter of Time - Overview & Excerpt


Book Teaser(s) :
"What?"
After several tense moments of silence, Erik said, "You're too nice."
"What?" Gee, he sounded like a broken record.
"It doesn't matter who or the circumstances--your sister, your girlfriend, the homeless kid you picked up off the street and employ." At Kevin's raised brow, he said, "You gonna deny it?"
"Look how great the homeless kid turned out to be." Wade was smart and hardworking, and hiring him was one of the best decisions Kevin ever made.
Erik rolled his head around in a circle. "You're missing the point. You and Lizbeth have been on and off more than a light switch, but you still care about her. For that reason, you'll put her wants and needs before your own. Even if it makes you miserable."
Kevin glared, but it was all for show because he was having a hard time coming up with a decent argument. "So... what you're saying is I'm a pussy."
"And a dick." Erik's eyes lit up as his grin stretched wide. "Hey, check you out; you're a complete package."
"Fuck you." ~ within Chapter 3

CROSSING LINES by Alannah Lynne -- Read my #bookreview here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Thursday, January 14, 2016
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Alannah, then please check out her Amazon Acct.

Alan Rickman Tribute

I am a HUGE Alan Rickman fan. So, when I heard he passed away this morning I was trying to think of a way to show him off a bit as a great actor ... I couldn't find a creative way to do it. But after a while I decided to just post this .... here are clips/videos and other peoples tributes to Mr. Rickman (and his family) that I liked the best. I hope you'll enjoy them too.


Loved him so much! #RIPAlanRickman #RIPSnape
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Thursday, January 14, 2016

One of my favorite people who ever lived has died. The legendary #AlanRickman played Metatron, the Voice of God, in my...
Posted by Kevin Smith on Thursday, January 14, 2016



RIP Alan Rickman
My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.

Sunday, January 10, 2016

Feasted On: Hope Springs Series, Book 2

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon: Paperback - Pages: 270; Kindle Edition - File Size: 1399 KB | Expected Release Date: June 9, 2015 | Publisher: Entangled Publishing : Bliss | Obtained: NetGalley

"Crazy for the Competition" [Hope Springs Series, Book 2] by Cindi Madsen

Author's Book Description : The road to trouble is paved with sweet temptation...

Always the rebel in her ultra-conservative family, Quinn Sakata dreams of quitting her dad's real-estate business and restoring the old Mountain Ridge Bed and Breakfast in her hometown of Hope Springs. Except that Quinn's not the only person bidding on it. Worse still, her competitor is her high school crush, Heath Brantley, who is all kinds of ripped, tattooed hotness...

So much for her "nice, conservative boys" rule.

Heath has his own reasons for bidding on Mountain Ridge, and he won't give in without a fight - even to the red-lipped hottie with a sailor's mouth. But when their rivalry shifts into an unexpected zing of chemistry, Heath realizes he's in deep trouble. Because it's inevitable that emotions will get involved, and he needs to keep his eyes on the prize before they both get hurt.

My Book Review : 4.5 out of 5 stars! Ever since Quinn was young, she knew she stood out in her family. Loud & wild, that was her. Nevertheless, Quinn always did her best to respect her parents and their culture even though they never truly believed she did. Now after years of being under her father's thumb Quinn has a plan to finally make her own way in life and it's all based around Hope Spring's Mountain Ridge Bed and Breakfast. The only problem is that she isn't the only person bidding on the property with dreams of renovating it and her competition just happens to be her best friend's band mate, the hot and sexy, Heath. There is an instant connection from the very beginning between them and when they are thrown together at every turn that connection only grows. But how far are they willing to go to make sure their dreams will come true and who will win the B & B in the end?

Dynamic, exciting, with just enough spice to make you wish this novel would never end! I could not get enough of this one! In addition, it was a pleasant change to see a novel that was full of spice while still having a heroine who wanted to respect her values and wait to have sex until marriage. Than to have a “bad boy” hero who wanted to prove that he was worthy of her, even when he didn’t plan to be in a relationship in the first place, was the charming cherry on top.

Together Heath & Quinn were an energetic duo who helped support each other through everything even in the middle of their constant fighting. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about their differences and how they managed to work together. Plus their chemistry was off the charts hot!

I HIGHLY recommend this novel to those who are looking for a tame yet spicy contemporary cowboy rock star romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : Second Chance Ranch (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : Second Chance Ranch (Book 1) | Amazon (e-Book) : Second Chance Ranch (Book 1) | Amazon (Paperback) : Second Chance Ranch (Book 1)


IndieBound (Paperback) : Crazy for the Competition (Book 2)

Kobo (e-Book) : Crazy for the Competition (Book 2)
Amazon (Paperback) : Hope Springs Series

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Cover Reveal: All the Broken Pieces by Cindi Madsen | New Year’s Bliss Bash Announcement & Release Day Launch‏: Love Songs for the Road | Second Sentence Saturday: Crazy for the Competition

Author's Novel Extras : NEW RELEASE!

Crazy for the Competition, my next Bliss release, is less than a month away now, so here's a little about it, including...
Posted by Cindi Madsen Books on Monday, May 18, 2015

Author's Series Extras : Second Chance Ranch Release!

Book Teaser(s) :
    Okay so .... yeah this tweet below explains my issue. So, SORRY! This is usually my fave part of reviewing so I'm very disappointed in myself. But if you want a bit of a sneak peak view the preview below.


Book Preview :
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Cindi, then please check out her Amazon Acct.

Saturday, January 9, 2016

Second Sentence Saturday: Crazy for the Competition


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 or previously read
  • Open to the first page of Chapter 1 or its Prologue
  • Share the SECOND sentence from that page
  • Share the novel/novella's title & its author, so that other participants can add that novel to their TBR Lists if they want



MY Second Sentence Saturday :

"Crazy for the Competition" [Hope Springs Series, Book 2] by Cindi Madsen

Her first awkward meet-the-parents moment had been when she was sixteen, after she'd accidentally stranded herself and her boyfriend a the time in the middle of Hope Springs Reservoir and they'd had to call his parents to rescue them.



That "meet-the-parents story" gets funnier as you read on. =0)

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Thursday, January 7, 2016

Spreading the Word: KRIM DU SHAW by Talia Haven

Today I'm showing off Talia Haven's "Krim Du Shaw!!"



"Krim Du Shaw"
by Talia Haven

Author's Book Description :
    It is a fable, a mid grade to YA, and about 1,885 words long.

    Krim was just a colt when the stallions of the Du Shaw herd led him and the mares to the stone building with its tall walls and heavy wooden door. The mares knew what the stallions yearned for, and they knew what would happen if the stallions gave in. But for Krim, it would be much later before he would discover for himself what lies beyond the stone wall.

This book is available to order on :

Amazon (e-Book)

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



About the Author :

Born in Michigan, raised in Michigan, and still lives in Michigan, "Mama Cried" is Talia Haven’s first speculative ghost story.
She is also the author of "A’dab’s Gift" and "Ten Busy Brownies" published by Keith Publications, Talia wishes she had an army of brownies cleaning her house for her. She would gladly feed them cream and honey cake if they would just move in.




Find Talia Haven :



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Monday, January 4, 2016

Idolizing In: MADE IN JERSEY Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon: Paperback - Pages: 208; Kindle Edition - File Size: 908 KB | Expected Release Date: November 9, 2015 | Publisher: Entangled Publishing : Brazen | Obtained: NetGalley

"Crashed Out" [MADE IN JERSEY Series, Book 1] by Tessa Bailey

Author's Book Description : His inspiration. His torment. And his temptation...

Jasmine Taveras is the reason Sarge Purcell grabbed his six-string and bailed the hell out of New Jersey four years ago. She's the fuel for every song he's ever written-each one laced with bitter, hard-edged, hungry lust. Now, with his hugely successful band is on temporary hiatus, Sarge is determined to prove to Jasmine that this "kid" turned into every inch the man she's always needed...

Men are slim pickings for a single factory girl in Hook, New Jersey...until tall, broad-shouldered hotness walks-or rather storms-into Jasmine's life. Sarge's return shouldn't affect her this way. He's her best friend's much younger kid brother, and the kind of rough, gritty, sexiness Jasmine has no right to taste for herself. Even if he lets her.

But lust is a blinding, insatiable force. And when it crashes, it will take both Sarge and Jasmine down with it...

My Book Review : 5 out of 5 stars!! Ever since he was young, his older sister’s best friend, Jasmine (Jas), has fascinated Sarge. Over the years, that fascination has turned into a big crush and a bit of an obsession. Therefore, when he was eighteen and realized Jasmine wasn't noticing him he took off for LA to make a name for himself as a musician, which he did. Now, four years later, he's back home in Hook, NJ to catch up with his sister and to find a way to overcome his obsession with Jasmine once and for all. Yet Sarge soon finds out that getting over Jasmine is easier said than done...

This tantalizing erotic romance is not only steamy it has a great plotline too! Extremely hot because of Sarge's domineering ways, made me just want to read more about Jasmine and him. Jasmine might be seven years older than Sarge but that doesn't stop their chemistry from igniting and quickly bringing their relationship into something more than remembered friendship. Sarge and Jasmine make a wonderful couple! In addition, I liked how Sarge brought Jasmine out of her shell and how Jasmine cared for Sarge as much as she did.

One twist I enjoyed was how Sarge's older sister, River, took Sarge & Jasmine's relationship in stride. Basically, I'm use to reading that the sibling (whether older or younger) would be upset that their best friend hooked up or even got into a relationship with their sibling. So, I was happy to see that wasn't an issue in this novel. Making it that the only thing that could keep Sarge & Jasmine apart were themselves and their fears.

Very well written! I LOVED Sarge (if you couldn't already tell).

I HIGHLY recommend this novel to those who are looking for an erotic contemporary romance that deals with a sexy rock star and some holiday magic!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Kobo (e-Book) : Thrown Down (Book 2) | Amazon (e-Book) : Rough Rhythm: A Made In Jersey Novella (1001 Dark Nights) (Book 1.5) | Amazon (Paperback) : Rough Rhythm: A Made In Jersey Novella (1001 Dark Nights) (Book 1.5) | Amazon (e-Book) : Thrown Down (Book 2)


IndieBound (Paperback) : Crashed Out (Book 1)

Kobo (e-Book) : Crashed Out (Book 1)
Amazon (Paperback) : MADE IN JERSEY Series

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : A (belated) Release Day Blast / Spreading the Word: CRASHED OUT by Tessa Bailey, HIS TO TAKE by Katee Robert, & SAY YOU'RE MINE by Diane Alberts | Second Sentence Saturday: Crashed Out

Author's Novel Extras :

Enjoy this teaser from Crashed Out...and meet Sarge Purcell tonight. http://amzn.to/1HTHzpY
Posted by Tessa Bailey on Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Author's Series Extras : MADE IN JERSEY Series - Overview

Have you checked out my THREE spankin' new MADE IN JERSEY covers? That's right. I'm taking a trip through the tunnel...
Posted by Tessa Bailey on Friday, September 4, 2015

Book Teaser(s) :

CRASHED OUT by Tessa Bailey -- Read my #bookreview here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Monday, January 4, 2016

CRASHED OUT by Tessa Bailey -- Read my #bookreview here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Monday, January 4, 2016

Book Preview :
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