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Book Spotlight and Giveaway: Call Me Sugar by Lacee Hightower

4/8/2020

My first love. My first lust. Fourteen years later, my feelings haven’t changed. But it’s not that simple...

I’m right back where I said I’d never be. Living in the house I was raised in, giving up an action-filled job in the city to return to a town that’s emptier than a tomb, working in a place that once made my skin crawl. All for a boy I lusted for who turned me down flat, and another that I loved who walked away with my virginity.

But things aren’t as they seem.

Keith Ryker and Jason Lee are no longer boys … and love one another.

Can I forget the pain of the past?

Can this small, judgmental neck of the woods embrace my choices?

Can the secrets of yesterday become the foundation of tomorrow? Or will they crucify me against Springhill, Texas all over again?

I want two men. Is that wrong? Is it immoral? Probably. But I’ll fight until the end for the men I love. And if that’s wrong, then I don’t want to be right.

Sneak Peek

Lust breathes inside me. My body is hard, aching steel as I crunch on ice, deliberately, vulgarly, well aware that he’s fighting like hell not to cringe at the one thing that drives him mad. One can almost hear a pin drop as he remains stationary, speaking to me in a silence that’s so powerful, so calming and soothing, that it’s almost meditative.

Naked, bowing with hands clasped behind him, he kneels, respectfully, deathly still like a man praying at the altar. Cramps ricochet through the nape of his neck. Goose bumps blanket his back.  Teeth stave off chattering as cold licks his face, his lips turning purple as the fifty-five-degree room spreads chills straight through his bones like a raging wintery blast.

Despite the crispness of the temperature, the burning pain shooting up his neck like blistering flames, or the hard floor bruising his bare knees, he’s exactly where he wants to be, where he needs to be.  Respecting, yielding, his mind conceding to the biting anguish, the discomfort, the torment.

Like a garden gargoyle, he stoops before me, surrendering, waiting, patient and devoted, for the pangs, the cramps, and the stiffness to all fade away into sheer bliss and searing elation.   My body trembles and aches with dark wicked desire as I swallow the last drops of a Crown and Coke, place the tumbler aside, then lower my hands around his windpipe. There’s still no whimper of a sound when I know he yearns to speak.  There’s not an inch of movement when I’m certain everything hurts.  This is all because these aches, these pains, are like a welcoming hospitality to me, to him, to us, and what’s to come. Placing more force around his neck, I look down to see him beautifully hot and swollen, his tip dribbling clear arousal.

“Look at me,” I command in a menacing whisper.  “Tell me what you need, boy.”

When I lessen my grip, he replies hoarsely. “To hand you everything. To give you my body. To submit only to you.”

My cock aches at the hunger in the piercing blue of his eyes, the urgency to leave his pretty thighs veiled in my marks spreading through me like billowing hot wildfire. His body is my temple—to use, to own, to take, take, and take again.

He’s salvation, redemption, deliverance, an indulgence that’s sweet, rich, and delectable.
And too good to only savor once.

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Ms. Hightower is giving away an ecopy of Intrigue Me!

The TBR Pile is giving away 2 books from our prize list (1 each).

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What did you like about the sneak peek of Call Me Sugar?

Winners:
Ecopy of Intrigue Me: Vanessa
Prize list book: Lisa and Sandra

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REVIEW: Billion Dollar Love Anthology

3/26/2020

Title: Billion Dollar Love Anthology

Authors: LJ Longo, Loralynne Summers, Louise Collins, Victoria Vallo, Pelaam, Megan Slayer

Genre: Romance, Erotic, Anthology, Contemporary

TBR Reviewer: Bella

Rating: 4 Stars - Recommended Read

Heat: 4/5 - Blush Worthy

There’s a new manlove anthology out by Evernight Publishing and I couldn’t wait to scoop it up! This is a mix of authors with stories all about billionaires. I was excited to see what they came up with…

Beautiful Chains by LJ Longo: This story started off great and dirty but quickly changed. I found myself disliking Harper immensely when he agreed to film sex with another man without consent. That is real high on my creep meter which brought the story down for me.

Or Something by Loralynne Summers: This is a sweet story about a programmer and his rich boss. I found it really hard to get into the story. Carson is dating this guy for a few months and never asks his last name? Really?! If this was a longer story with that little silly tidbit written out I think it would have been a great story. There's some great romance and sex here.

Fallen Angel by Louise Collins: I loved this story!! Aaron, underworld boss, is smitten with Jett. When another man moves in on him, he has to finally make his move. I couldn’t stop reading this story. I really enjoyed it. There’s not as much sex in this story but I really feel like it was better for that. Here me out. The one sex scene it did have was beautiful and intense and super sexy. This is a must read!

Can't Be Bought by Victoria Vallo: Eh, rich Adam doesn’t recognize one of his employees and then does a complete 180 to get forgiveness. I didn’t really get Adam’s change of heart but it’s a cute story.

Possession by Pelaam: This is focused on the boss and assistant romance. It’s the main theme of these stories. As far as Possession goes, it’s an okay story. The BDSM is sexy but the plot didn’t really grab me.

As Long As You Love Me by Megan Slayer: This is about two men meeting at a reunion. One happens to be a billionaire and they reconnect. The story is okay. I had a hard time getting into it because the ex is a bit cliché and the pace is a bit slow. Very nice sex scenes though.

This is a good group of tales. My favorite it definitely Fallen Angel by Louise Collins and I would totally buy the anthology for her story alone. Thankfully, the other stories are sure to keep you entertained!

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REVIEW: Drago's Woman by Sam Crescent and Stacey Espino

3/26/2020

Title: Drago's Woman

Authors: Sam Crescent and Stacey Espino

Genre: Romance, Erotic, Contemporary,

TBR Reviewer: Bella Star

Rating: 4 Stars - Highly Recommended read

Heat: 4/5 - Smoking Hot

Belle is a female fighter in the underground MMA, one of the best but now she’s not fighting for glory. She’s in the ring to save her daughter. Drago is also a fighter, retired. He’s been smitten with Belle since she first started. When he finds out she’s fighting to the death and that her daughters being held hostage, he’s determined to help. Even if she doesn’t trust him…

What a story! I love the idea of an underground MMA for a romance story. Belle is a badass woman who’s in a tough spot. She wants nothing more than to save her daughter and she’s willing to kill to get her back. Their connection is so sweet and strong. I’d do anything for my daughter so I really felt for her. Drago finds out the truth and he’s determined to help her. Of course, he’s also really attracted to her. He wants to help her find the kid because she’s innocent and because he’s falling in love with Belle. This is such a fantastic story. It’s a unique concept and lets face it there aren’t too many original stories out there anymore. A different twist on plots is like finding a needle in a haystack, well here's the exception. Drago’s Woman has it all: action, romance, love, sex, badass fights. I couldn’t stop reading! This book is a must read, for sure!

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GIVEAWAY: Kingdom Cum by James Cox

3/17/2020

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Title: Kingdom Cum

A Cox Fairytale 4 - stand alone

Author: James Cox

Genre: Fantasy, fairytale, romance, erotic, gay, lgbtq

TBR Reviewer: Bella

Rating: 5 Stars - A Must Read

Heat: 5/5 - Orgasmic

King Midae is a normal prince until he's betrayed by a boy he loved. It turns him dark and evil. It also curses him with a golden penis (yikes!). Years later, he's still trying to find a cure by having all the villagers have sex with him. (stop giggling, I swear this is a great story). So, he finally meets Silen. The man who starts to break his curse but an explosion interrupts. Silen comes with his own story, his own baggage and it involves the curse itself...

This is such a fun read with serious angst moments and extremely sexy scenes. I love James' fairytale retelling. They're all so much more unique than other fairytale stories out there. We start with Midea. Hopeful, excited and betrayed. That scene does involve rape but it's glossed over. I thought it is tastefully done. It really explains Midea's dark personality. Silen is light and sweet. He really can't help who his family is and he never expects to be the curse breaker. Their romance is a roller coaster with twists that make a happy ending look impossible. I love the transformation of Midea. He's totally trying so hard by the end to be redeemed. There's a lot of action as well with Silen's family. Wow, I am really blown away by how much I enjoyed this story. The plot is fantastic and the sex! Wow! There's public and, obviously, anal but the sex is so intense and sprinkled with that romance I love. I couldn't stop reading Kingdom Cum and I can't wait for the next book in his fairytale series!

Kingdom Cum is a must read! Romance. Action. Fairytale plot. This book has it all, so go pick up a copy and fall in love like I did.

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Mr. Cox is giving away 2 ecopys of the first book in the series The Forest of Dark Delights.

The TBR Pile is giving away a $10 Amazon gift card and 2 books from our prize list (1 each).

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$10 Amazon Card: Betty
The Forest of Dark Delights: Kathy and Jamey
Prize list book: Sherry and Brandy

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GIVEAWAY: Spread by Elyzabeth M. Valey

3/2/2020

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Title: Spread

Author: Elyzabeth M. Valey

Genre: Romance, Contemporary, Tattoo, Erotic

TBR Reviewer: Bella

Rating: 5 stars - A Must Read!

Heat: 4/5 - Smoking Hot!

Antonio is a past life, a ghost but he still haunts Betty. She dealing with the darkness that seems to loom over her when she meets Rayden again. Their attraction sparks an unexpected passion that may just save them both.

Oh Betty. Poor, sweet Betty. I just wanted to wrap my arms around her and hug her. She’s had a rough life and although she’s survived, the past still scars her. Rayden is in love, smitten, overcome with Betty. I really love their romance. If every anyone should find their happy ending it’s these two. The romance is balanced lovely with the action and drama. That really made for an edge of my seat read. Although I loved the first book in this series, Open, the second book, Spread is … yeah, it’s just as amazing! I’ve also got a thing for tattoo parlor stories. They’re always so sexy. And this story was full of that heat.

If you’re looking for a heart wrenching, must read, romance than Spread should be at the top of your list.

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Ms. Valey is giving away an Ecopy of Spread.

The TBR Pile is giving away a $5 Amazon card and 2 books from our prize list! (1 each)

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1. Why do you want to read Spread?
2. Have you read Elyzabeth Valey before?

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Winners:
Gift card: I love Romance
Ecopy of Spread by Elyzabeth Valey: Vanessa
Prize list book: Lisa and James

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REVIEW: My Incubus Boyfriend by Elizabeth Monvey

1/27/2020

Title: My Incubus Boyfriend

Author: Elizabeth Monvey

Genre: Romance, Erotic, short, Gay, paranormal

TBR Reviewer: Bella

Rating: 4 stars - Highly Recommended Read!

Heat: 3/5 - Blush Worthy

This is only 46 pages but it’s a really cute story. Emmett is into the occult but his boyfriend Jackson doesn’t believe. Then Emmett comes home not quite himself and Jackson is left trying to figure out how to save him.

I really like Emmett and Jackson. They feel like an established couple and they are adorable. This is an interesting tale about magic and spells. The story is quick though and the sex is a bit too much. I think less sex and more plot would have made this short feel more complete. The ending is satisfying. As is, this is a good story for before bed or a quick trip in the carpool. Just don’t let anyone look over your shoulder, lol.

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GIVEAWAY: Limited Edition by Kait Gamble

1/22/2020

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Title: Limited Edition

Author: Kait Gamble

Genre: Contemporary, Romance

TBR Reviewer: Bella

Rating: 4 stars - Recommended Read!

Heat: 3/5 - Blush Worthy!

Araya’s in charge of a makeup company. Sure, she has doubts and anxiety but what sets her over the edge was the leaked sex tape. Now Araya and her sex tape company, Mathieu, have to play nice. What if playing nice leads to something more?

Oh my God, when that taped played in front of her parents, I was freaking mortified for her! Then Mat and his parents are in the SAME ROOM! Mortified would be too tame a response. I felt so bad for them and so pissed at the vlogger. Damage control has them pretending to be together again, facing the threat head on and presenting a unified front. The problem is, they broke up already. The tension is high but the passion is even higher. Their romance is like a complicated dance and what fun it was to watch them go through the steps. I did feel like the story lagged in several places. The romance was really lovely and super sexy.

Limited Edition is a wonderful contemporary romance!

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Giveaway:

Ms. Gamble is giving away an ecopy of her book Limited Edition!

The TBR Pile is giving away 2 books from our prize list (1 each).

TO ENTER: Comment below on why you want to read Limited Edition and if you've read Kait Gamble before. Good luck!

WINNERS:
Ecopy of Limited Edition: James
Prize List Book: Sandra and Lisa

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REVIEW: Mr. Right Now by Megan Morgan

1/9/2020

Title: Mr. Right Now

Author: Megan Morgan

Genre: Romance, contemporary, erotic

TBR Reviewer: Christine

Rating: 5/5 - A Must Read

Heat: 5/5

Nikki’s been invited to a big party at her ex’s house. What better way to show him what a jerk he was and exactly what he’s missing then by showing up. Except, she’s no better off then when he left. So, she fakes it and goes to SASS to order a date. However, the date turns out to be a lot more intriguing than she could have imagined.

Gabe is as cute as he says he is. I instantly liked him. Gabe and Nikki have a great chemistry from the beginning. This story really pulled me in. It’s not a unique plot but the writing is really top notch. I enjoyed the banter. When Gabe and Nikki meet her ex, it’s an entertaining ride to the finish line. Their romance is just shinning bright. Each chapter, each event, each day they grow closer, all of it had me reading into the late hours of the night. Add in some trouble with a junkie and Nikki’s ex. This book is fantastic with an adorable couple! Seriously, if you like romance then Mr. Right Now should be at the top of our reading list!

You MUST READ Mr. Right Now and prepare to swoon!

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REVIEW: Exes and Os by Jules Dixon

1/9/2020

Title: Exes and Os

Author: Jules Dixon

Genre: Romance, Contemporary

TBR Reviewer: Bella

Rating: 4 stars - highly recommended read

heat: 3/5 - blush worthy

Callie has opened her private jet company. Her first contract is both exciting and terrible. It’s her ex but it’s for a good cause. When she meets Lawyer Liam it’s lust at first site. A tropical storm delays them and makes the passion between them hard to resist. When the real reason Liam is on the plane comes out, it may derail something magical between them…

I loved Callie. She’s not a damsel in distress, she can handle her own problems. Mostly. When she meets Liam is like seeing her icy exterior thaw. Liam has family issues, an exhausting job and his eyes glued to his new pilot. The chemistry between them skyrockets as they are delayed by a storm. It adds a nice moment for them to get to know each other and slows the romance so there’s a connection. There are some slow scenes in the story but that’s my only complaint. Liam and Callie have a great, brewing romance. The twist at the end is good. I really enjoyed the uniqueness of her owning her own jet company!

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REVIEW: Skin in the Game by Piper Rhodes

1/7/2020

Title: Skin in the Game

Author: Piper Rhodes

Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Sports

TBR Reviewer: Bella

Rating: 3 Stars - a good read

Heat: 3/5 - Blush worthy

Julian is a soccer star. Josephine is his one-night stand that turns into a constant desire. His reputations for lack of commitment and her natural defenses may keep this relationship from starting.

This is a romance about a soccer playing, bad boy and the woman who brings him to his knees. It’s a short story so there isn’t much meat to it. The plot has also been played out quite a bit so there is nothing to really pull a reader in. The romance is pretty quick too but with great characters I really enjoyed. It would have been a fabulous romance if it was a novella or even a novel. As is, Skin in the Game is a quickie but fun. I read this last night before bed. Julian and Josephine are good characters and the romance is steamy.

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Book Spotlight and Giveaway: Call Me Sugar by Lacee Hightower

Sneak Peek

Winners:
Ecopy of Intrigue Me: Vanessa
Prize list book: Lisa and Sandra

REVIEW: Billion Dollar Love Anthology

REVIEW: Drago's Woman by Sam Crescent and Stacey Espino

GIVEAWAY: Kingdom Cum by James Cox

Winners:

GIVEAWAY: Spread by Elyzabeth M. Valey

Winners:
Gift card: I love Romance
Ecopy of Spread by Elyzabeth Valey: Vanessa
Prize list book: Lisa and James

REVIEW: My Incubus Boyfriend by Elizabeth Monvey

GIVEAWAY: Limited Edition by Kait Gamble

Giveaway:

REVIEW: Mr. Right Now by Megan Morgan

REVIEW: Exes and Os by Jules Dixon

REVIEW: Skin in the Game by Piper Rhodes

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Winners:Ecopy of Intrigue Me: VanessaPrize list book: Lisa and Sandra

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Ecopy of Intrigue Me: Vanessa
Prize list book: Lisa and Sandra

Winners:
Gift card: I love Romance
Ecopy of Spread by Elyzabeth Valey: Vanessa
Prize list book: Lisa and James