* Review * UNBRIDLED BILLIONAIRE by Dani Wade

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* Review * UNBRIDLED BILLIONAIRE by Dani WadeUnbridled Billionaire by Dani Wade
Published by Harlequin Desire on June 1, 2017
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four-half-stars

A Cinderella moment…with an untamable billionaire

Presley Macarthur was always a plain Jane, a fact her stepmother pointed out at every turn. But Presley's passion is horses, and when a bad business deal leaves her at the mercy of newly wealthy stable owner Kane Harrington, Presley finds herself on the brink of a sensual transformation she never saw coming.

Kane has a use for Presley—to make him legitimate in the exclusive world of high-dollar horse breeding. But there's nothing useful about his growing feelings for her. After losing it all before, is he willing to take the ultimate risk again, and make this woman's passionate transformation complete?


Two hearts, unwilling to love … until fate brings them each other! He’s been hurt before and decided never again. She’s been beat down emotionally all of her life and doesn’t see her own worth. Together they are magic waiting to happen!

Presley Macarthur might not be up on all the finer things in life, but the one thing she does know is horses. It’s her passion, and she’s well respected in the field. When she finds herself stuck in the middle of a mixed up business deal, she has to make some sacrifices she normally wouldn’t make … and she’s not overly happy about it!

Kane Harrington and his brother Mason are trying to get their footing with their new stable, so when he stumbles upon an opportunity to get a foot in the door of the prestigious world by showing up around town with Presley, he jumps at the chance. She might think she’s a plain jane, but he knows that there’s a hidden gem beneath all of that lack of confidence. He just needs to help her bring it to the surface!

four-half-stars

* Review * MAYBE THIS LOVE by Jennifer Snow

* Review * MAYBE THIS LOVE by Jennifer SnowMaybe This Love by Jennifer Snow
Series: Colorado Ice
Published by Forever on May 30, 2017
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four-stars

THE GAME OF HIS LIFE

Hockey player Ben Westmore has some serious skills---on and off the ice---and he's not above indulging in the many perks of NHL stardom. When a night in Vegas ends in disaster, he realizes two things: 1) it's time to lie low for a while, and 2) he needs a lawyer---fast. But the smoking-hot woman who walks into his office immediately tests all his good intentions.

Olivia Davis doesn't need anyone derailing her career---or her dreams of starting a family---least of all a skirt-chasing player like Ben. But soon he's unleashing a full-court press to convince her that he's the real deal. She's slowly falling for his sweet, rugged charm, but with so much on the line, Olivia has to decide whether Ben can truly change---or if he's just playing the game.


Another sexy, hockey playing Westmore knocks our socks off in the next book in Jennifer Snow’s Colorado Ice series! This family is fun, down-to-earth and a pleasure to spend time with. The connection between Ben and Olivia was sweet … it might not have enthralled me quite as much as Jackson’s story did previously, but was a fast paced joy to read! Looking forward to Asher’s story!

Colorado Avalanche captain Ben Westmore’s partying has finally caught up to him! His love ’em and leave ’em, every night is a party attitude has kept him company for years, but after a night he doesn’t remember in Vegas comes back to haunt him, he decides to lay low for awhile … and get it taken care of FAST!

Attorney Olivia Davis has decided to move forward with her goal of having a family even if she is still single. The last thing she needs is a woman loving playboy trying out his smooth moves on her! She has to admit though … the guy she sees is front of her is so not what she expected! He’s kind, generous, loving to his family … how can she resist him??

 

four-stars

* Review * BOUND TO SUBMIT by Laura Kaye

* Review * BOUND TO SUBMIT by Laura KayeBound to Submit by Laura Kaye
Series: Blasphemy
Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing on October 11, 2016
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From the ruins of an abandoned church comes Baltimore’s hottest and most exclusive BDSM club. Twelve Masters. Infinite fantasies. Welcome to Blasphemy…

He thinks he caused her pain, but she knows he’s the only one who can heal her…

Kenna Sloane lost her career and her arm in the Marines, and now she feels like she’s losing herself. Submission is the only thing that ever freed her from pain and made her feel secure, and Kenna needs to serve again. Bad. The only problem is the Dom she wants once refused her submission and broke her heart, but, scarred on the inside and out, she’s not looking for love this time. She’s not even sure she’s capable.

Griffin Hudson is haunted by the mistakes that cost him the only woman he ever loved. Now she’s back at his BDSM club, Blasphemy, and more beautiful than ever, and she’s asking for his help with the pain he knows he caused. Even though he’s scared to hurt her again, he can’t refuse her, because he’d give anything to earn a second chance. And this time, he’ll hold on forever.


Not as gritty and raw as some BDSM series, but a moving connection between the friends and couples made for a good read! The characters were well developed and they dealt with real issues. Can’t wait to read about more of Blasphemy’s dominants!

Griffin Hudson has lived years haunted by the knowledge that his own immaturity and hesitation cost him the only woman he ever loved. He goes on about his daily life as one of the owners of Baltimore’s popular BDSM club, Blasphemy … but he has never forgotten her. One night he glances up after a scene and can’t believe his eyes … it’s her!

Kenna Sloane was devastated by Griffin all those years ago, but she found something to give herself to that made her feel more complete than ever before. Now her career as a Marine is over, and she’s carrying the scars, guilt and flashbacks that just might bring her to her knees. The only thing in life that has ever made her lose herself and feel free is submitting. She has to return to Blasphemy and see if it can bring her any peace … she’s just not sure if Griffin is still there … and if he will even be willing to help her!

four-stars

** FRIDAY FAVORITES with Elizabeth Heiter! **

 

Join me every Friday to see my spotlight on one of my favorite authors who will be sharing a few of their favorite things!


 

 

Featured today is Harlequin Intrigue author ELIZABETH HEITER!  Thanks for joining me and sharing some of your favorites Liz!

Critically acclaimed and award-winning author ELIZABETH HEITER likes her suspense to feature strong heroines, chilling villains, psychological twists, and a little bit (or a lot!) of romance. Her research has taken her into the minds of serial killers, through murder investigations, and onto the FBI Academy’s shooting range. Her novels have been published in more than a dozen countries and translated into eight languages; they’ve also been shortlisted for the Daphne Du Maurier award, the National Readers’ Choice award and the Booksellers’ Best award and won the RT Reviewers’ Choice award.

Elizabeth graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in English Literature. She’s a member of International Thriller Writers, Mystery Writers of America and Romance Writers of America. Elizabeth is also a regular columnist for International Thriller Writers at The Thrill Begins as part of “Murderers Row.”

The heroine of Elizabeth’s Profiler novels was called “one of the most amazing characters created in print” by Fresh Fiction. Her novels have received praise from Lee Child, J.T. Ellison, Jeffery Deaver, Tess Gerritsen, R.L. Stine, Allison Brennan, Laura Griffin, Suzanne Brockmann, Hank Phillippi Ryan and Zoë Sharp.


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My favorite color is … Red.  Pretty much any shade of it!

My favorite place to read is … Laying sideways across an oversized chair with my back against one arm and my feet over the other.

My favorite snack is … Chocolate.  Anything chocolate.  Especially if it also involves coconut.

My favorite type of music is … My taste in music is pretty eclectic.  I’ll listen to almost anything (& if it has a good string section, even better).

My favorite hot beverage is … A mocha latte.  But typically, if I have one, I feel like I should be writing, too!

My favorite type of flower is … Orchids.  I grow them, so I have a few too many.

My favorite time of day is … Sunset, especially if I’m near the ocean.

My favorite candy is … Dark chocolate truffles (filled with just about anything).

My favorite hobby is … Downhill skiing.  I used to have some tricks on skis, but it’s been a while!

My favorite place to vacation is … St. Simons Island (off the coast of Georgia).  I used to visit my grandparents there growing up and even thinking about the island makes me calm and happy.

 


 

Look for Elizabeth’s latest release, BODYGUARD WITH A BADGE

 


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BODYGUARD WITH A BADGE
The Lawmen: Bullets and Brawn

Take the shot…or take a chance? 

FBI sniper Andre Diaz saved Juliette Lawson from a deadly hostage situation. But only hours later, he receives the surprise of his life when she takes him hostage in order to escape Quantico. Now the federal agent knows just how desperate Juliette is to stay hidden from her dangerous cop ex-husband.  

Putting her trust in another law enforcement officer is difficult. Yet Juliette senses Andre is definitely one of the good guys. Perhaps he truly can protect her from the secrets she’s been running from—unless her deadly past catches up with them both first.

 


 

Coming in July 2017 in the series …

 


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POLICE PROTECTOR
The Lawmen: Bullets and Brawn

She’s become his whole world – and she’s under fire

Ever since forensics analyst Shaye Mallory survived a police-station shootout, Detective Cole Walker has felt personally responsible for her wellbeing. Then another shooter takes aim at Shaye. Cole decides the only thing he can do is stay right by her side until he finds the man who wants her dead.

Cole knows that he must set aside his attraction to Shaye if he’s going to do his job. But as the days – and nights – go on, it becomes harder and harder to resist his feelings. And, as danger moves ever closer to them both, Shaye realizes that her safety might cost her the life of the man she loves.

 

 

Coming in August 2017 in the series …

 

 

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SECRET AGENT SURRENDER
The Lawmen: Bullets and Brawn

This undercover agent can’t disguise his true desire!

Undercover DEA agent Marcos Costa is shocked to see Brenna Hartwell—his very first crush—cozying up to the brutal drug lord he’s about to bust! He hasn’t seen her since childhood, but he never imagined she’d turn to a life of crime. What the hunky agent doesn’t know is that Brenna’s working her own bust as a rookie cop undercover.

Brenna didn’t think she’d ever see Marcos again, especially not on her first undercover mission! She knows she has to keep her distance…but while she and Marcos play out their daring ruse, their youthful passion reignites. One wrong move could blow their covers. Can two loners used to self-reliance trust their lives—and hearts—to each other?

 

 

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THE LAWMAN SERIES

* Review * AIRMAN TO THE RESCUE by Heatherly Bell

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* Review * AIRMAN TO THE RESCUE by Heatherly BellAirman to the Rescue by Heatherly Bell
Series: Heroes of Fortune Valley
on June 1, 2017
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five-stars

She's off-limits…and perfect for him!

It was supposed to be easy. Sarah Mcallister was going to flip her late father's house and head back to Colorado for a fresh start. But when her shady contractor gets arrested, taking most of her budget with him, she's at risk of losing everything. Enter Matt Conner…sexy pilot, single dad, Sarah's brother's best friend…and far too good with his hands for her peace of mind.

Moving into Sarah's spare bedroom is just asking for trouble, but Matt's trying to make amends with his troubled teen son, and a key step is finding a decent place to crash for as long as it takes. And the woman needs his help…


Strangers … to friends … to lovers? This is one of those books that makes you saw “aww” … a great guy that helps heal the emotional scars of his lady … and in the end, she helps him be a better man too! Great characters … and really fun to see Stone and Emily again from the last book in the series!

Sarah Mcallister is only in Fortune, California long enough to do some repairs on her late father’s house and sell it and then she’s heading back to her life in Fort Collins, Colorado … at least that’s the plan before she starts to feel a draw to the area … namely in the sexy man staying in her guest room!

Pilot Matt Conner might be her brother’s best friend, but that doesn’t stop her from lusting after him ever since she met him. He’s generous enough to step in and help her with her remodel when her contractor is arrested and leaves her hanging, so she can’t say no when he needs a place to stay while he tries to improve his relationship with his teenage son. Will their ever-changing relationship encourage them both to consider a future together … or is this just a temporary fling until she heads home to Colorado?

five-stars

* Review * GOALTENDING by Jami Davenport

* Review * GOALTENDING by Jami DavenportGoaltending by Jami Davenport
Series: Game On in Seattle
Published by Cedrona Enterprises on May 25, 2017
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five-stars

WANTED: Single dad needs nanny--In more ways than one.

Martin "Brick" Bricker is living the good life. He's playing the sport he loves, has all the women he can handle, and parties like a rock star. At twenty-six, he has no interest in slowing down or taking anything seriously--except hockey, of course.

Then a knock at his door changes everything.Suddenly he's the single father to a five-year-old daughter he didn't know he had, and he's trading his playboy ways for Barbies.

Amelia Stacey struggles to make ends meet and juggles her day-care job with a full load of college classes. When she's offered a temporary, two-week nanny position making more money than she imagines, she jumps at the chance. Before she knows it, she's in over her head, not just with her five-year-old charge but with the girl's hot single father.

Brick always goes after what he wants, and he wants Amelia. Only responsible Amelia doesn't want anything to do with the party boy. Struggling with fatherhood and his unexplainable attraction to his nanny, Brick has to figure out where his daughter and Amelia fit into his life.If they fit at all.

But one thing's for sure: Brick can't block this shot straight to his heart.


A big time player meets his match when he’s suddenly answering to Daddy! The adorable creation of this little family carries the story easily. Well developed characters, lots of family drama and an adorable kid we instantly fall in love with!

Martin “Brick” Bricker is living the good life when it all comes tumbling at his feet with one knock at the door. He’s suddenly a father to to a five year old that he knew nothing about, and his partying days are over!

Amelia Stacey is working hard to make ends meet while attending a full schedule at college. She can’t stand a player, but she can’t resist the money he’s offering when Brick wants to hire her to be his daughter’s temporary nanny. He’s hot, but she can resist temptation … no problem!

five-stars

* Review * MARRIED FOR HIS SECRET HEIR by Jennifer Faye

I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.

* Review * MARRIED FOR HIS SECRET HEIR by Jennifer FayeMarried for His Secret Heir by Jennifer Faye
Series: Mirraccino Marriages #2
Published by Harlequin Romance on June 1, 2017
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four-stars

From secret heir to secret vows…

Elena Ricci has always had a crush on Earl Luca DiSalvo—with his dark and stormy eyes, his protective nature and his royal bearing, who wouldn't? But she believed they were destined to only ever be friends, until one magical evening in Paris…that has dramatic consequences.

Luca is reluctant to marry…but a baby changes everything. So when beautiful Elena reveals her secret, his royal duty means he has no choice—he must make her his wife!


A sweet friends to lovers story! This is the second part of the Mirraccino Marriages duet and is Luca DiSalvo’s story. We met his sister Annabelle in the first half of the duet. The characters are fun and the plot is thick with tension. I read both books, so I understood the undertone of hearing about his Mother’s story … but if I was reading this as a stand-alone, I would have felt slighted in not getting more details of what had happened all those years ago.

Elena Ricci chased her dreams to Paris and is now an accomplished model. When her childhood friend Luca DiSalvo shows up with news from home on the night of a big modeling show, he whisks here off in a celebration of her accomplishments. The lasting effects from that night will change their life forever!

Luca DiSalvo, Earl of Halencia, distanced himself from life long ago, but when he learns Elena is carrying his baby, he can’t stay removed and in the background any longer. He offers to marry Elena and though she wishes it was for different reasons, she agrees to a secret wedding. Will a baby be able to keep them together when they are hiding how they really feel about each other?

four-stars

* Review * HER PREGNANCY BOMBSHELL by Liz Fielding

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* Review * HER PREGNANCY BOMBSHELL by Liz FieldingHer Pregnancy Bombshell by Liz Fielding
Series: Summer at Villa Rosa
Published by Harlequin Romance on June 1, 2017
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four-stars

Expecting her boss's baby!

Pilot Miranda Marlowe is too sick to fly her plane, and she must face the truth: she's pregnant! She knows well enough that her boss, Cleve Finch, is still grieving for his late wife, so to think, she heads to her sister's new inheritance, Villa Rosa.

Despite the spiders and dust, the Mediterranean palazzo is as gorgeous as ever. Until Cleve turns up with a dramatic offer: a convenient marriage as soon as it can be arranged! It may be the sensible answer…but is it enough for Miranda?


A nice kick-off to the Summer at Villa Rosa series! The first sister whose story we dive into is Miranda Marlowe. The characters are interesting and the plot is diverse … I would have liked to see a little more development of their relationship once they decided to give it a go together, but the build up of the past was done well.

Andie Marlow has been crushing on her boss since the day she turned 18 years old, but he’s still heartbroken over his wife’s death. After an especially hard situation arose and she offered him the only comfort she could think to give, she finds out she’s pregnant and flees to her sister’s Mediterranean getaway.

Cleve Finch doesn’t know why Miranda is cutting off ties, but he’s not going to let her go without an explanation! Once he finds out they are expecting a baby, he offers marriage. Can she bring herself to marry him when she knows she’ll never have his heart? And as their wedding day draws near, will the secrets Cleve has been hiding come to the surface?

four-stars

* GIVEAWAY! * DOG COLLAR CHAOS by Adrienne Giordano

Dog Collar Chaos (A Lucie Rizzo Mystery)
by Adrienne Giordano
Date of Publication: June 6, 2017

Lucie Rizzo–Mafia princess-turned-dog accessory entrepreneur—is riding high after scoring a partnership with Buzzy Sneider, America’s leading craft and interior decorating mogul. A collaboration that is sure to move Lucie’s fledgling business into the next tax bracket.

When Buzzy turns up dead and Lucie’s BFF and business partner, Roseanne, is accused of the murder, Lucie will stop at nothing to prove Ro’s innocence. Even if it means keeping secrets from her new squeeze, sexy detective Tim O’Brien, who’s determined to keep Lucie from running one of her screwball investigations.

With Ro behind bars and Tim hot under the collar over Lucie’s meddling, Lucie is forced to accept her father’s help to clear Ro’s name and save their business. But will doing so put a killer hot on her heels?

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About Adrienne Giordano

Adrienne Giordano is a USA Today bestselling author of over twenty romantic suspense and mystery novels. She is a Jersey girl at heart, but now lives in the Midwest with her workaholic husband, sports-obsessed son and Buddy the Wheaten Terrorist (Terrier). She is a cofounder of Romance University blog and Lady Jane’s Salon-Naperville, a reading series dedicated to romantic fiction.

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* Review * A DEEPER GRAVE by Debra Webb

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* Review * A DEEPER GRAVE by Debra WebbA Deeper Grave by Debra Webb
Series: Shades of Death
Published by MIRA on May 30, 2017
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four-half-stars

When the hunter becomes the hunted…

Serial-killer hunter Nick Shade built his legendary career chasing monsters—sadistic criminals with a gruesome thirst for death. When he rescued Montgomery detective Bobbie Gentry from horrific captivity and helped her reclaim her life, he didn't intend to be a hero. Or a target. But now a copycat murderer haunts him, and reuniting with Bobbie is his best chance at neutralizing the threat.

Bobbie can't forget the nightmares of her trauma—or the man who saved her. Working with Nick to outmaneuver the person behind a deadly vendetta feeds her hope that there's more to her world than ghosts and destruction. Maybe joining Nick's search for a killer is about gratitude. Maybe it's nothing more than cold revenge. But the only way they can protect themselves is to trust each other.

With this continuation of her Shades of Death series, Debra Webb gathers us near and takes us along for the ride as we wind up knee deep in a nasty serial killer investigation again. Emotions are raw, the murder scenes are gruesome and no one is safe!

Montgomery, AL detective Bobbie Gentry has been through so much in the last year, and thanks to Nick Shade rescuing her and giving her a little peace again, she has been able to heal somewhat from her trauma. She will never forget … she will never forgive … but she feels a little more free than she has since this whole nightmare started. Just as she starts to relax a little, a new demon starts to haunt the town.

Nick Shade has his own past that he’s running away from, but he now lives and breathes the completion of hunting down and helping capture serial killers. When he hears that Bobbie is in the middle of something again, it doesn’t take him long to arrive in town and reach out to her. Neither one of them can deny the connection that grew between them during their time together … and the healing she’s done since then is just making it even more comfortable between them this time. Will their combined force be enough to stop yet another killer before he starts taking out people they care about … including each other??

four-half-stars