Category: Romance

REVIEW: The Art of Seduction by Annie Harland Creek

6/13/2018

Title: The Art of Seduction by Annie Harland Creek

Blood Brothers 2 - Not stand alone

Author: Annie Harland Creek

Length: 206 pages

Genre: Romance, paranormal, Vampire

TBR Reviewer: Bella Star

Rating: 4 Stars - Highly Recommended Read

Heat: 3/5 - Blush Worthy

Meagan is on the hunt for a killer but so is David. Can these two figure out the mystery and understand the paranormal ties?

There are too many point of view changes too quickly. I got whiplash and it is that way through most of the story. Thankfully, it is a great story! Meaghan is attracted to the mostly naked model but she can’t let it deter her from her mission: Find a killer. David is equally as attracted but he’s surprisingly on the same mission. When they’re together sparks fly but a killer still hunts in the shadows. Add in some paranormal elements and some sexy scenes for a good time! Overall this is an entertaining story. I’d recommend it to those who like paranormal mysteries. You should absolutely check out The Art of Seduction!

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REVIEW: The Solicitor by Treva Harte

6/12/2018

Title: The Solicitor (Soliciting a Lady 1)

Author: Treva Harte

Length: Novella, 100 pgs

Genres: MF Romance, Action Adventure & Suspense, Historical Suspense, Historical Romance, Murder Mystery

TBR Reviewer: Jean

Rating: 3 Stars – A Good Read

Heat: 3 – Blush-worthy

Signed, Sealed and Not-Quite-Delivered

Widowhood is not quite what Sarah, former Lady Northenly, expected. A comfortable pension and quiet retirement seems attractive after ten years of staid and childless marriage, but estate solicitor William Burke has other ideas. Marrying again and to a commoner such as Burke are both out of the question until a mysterious death and attempted poisoning throw Sarah and William closer together than either one had planned.

This is an interesting period piece that cleverly illustrates the complexities of class distinction and the workings of estate law in a time gone by. Add in a little murder mystery, a heroine who is no shrinking violet, and an intelligent hero with experience in both the bedroom and the courtroom, you have a rather fresh take on a typically predictable and straight-laced historical romance. While the story is intriguing, some of the language is puzzling, particularly in the bedroom scenes where the outcome is obvious but the 'action' curiously choppy. However, readers can overlook this if sizzling graphical sex isn't their thing; and since this is the kick-off installment of a series, we may yet see more titillating escapades from what is shaping up to be an unusual crime-solving duo.

Stay tuned for the next exciting episode, same time, same channel!

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REVIEW: Hearts in Darkness by Laura Kaye

5/23/2018

Title: Hearts in Darkness

Author: Laura Kaye

Genre: Romance, Contemporary, Erotic

Length: 115 pages - purchased by reviewer

TBR Reviewer: Christine K.

Rating: 4 Stars - Highly Recommended Read!

Heat: 4/5 - Smoking Hot!

Makenna and Caden are simply two strangers on an elevator until it breaks down. They’re stuck in the dark for hours and Caden has a fear of dark confined spaces. When they play a game of twenty questions to calm him down, they find they have a lot more in common then either of them could imagine.

Caden! Oh my God, Caden! I’m a sucker for lip rings and tattoos. Caden’s also got a good heart and a tragic past. Makenna is having a bad day that just keeps getting worse. She’s adorable and sweet and I totally love her. Together they’re stuck in that elevator and learn about each other. Yeah, it leads to some good stuff but it also really showcases their romance. I really wish the story was longer because I’d love to learn more about Makenna and Caden’s journey. I checked and this is actually the first in the series. I’ve already ordered the second book, Love in the Light. I can’t wait!

If you’re looking for a quick read that you can completely fall in love with, totally read Hearts in Darkness!

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REVIEW: Mr. May by Bailey Bradford

5/23/2018

Title: Mr. May

Calendar Men #5 - stand alone

Author: Bailey Bradford

Genre: Paranormal, Shifters, Romance, Suspense, Erotic

Length: 89 pages

TBR Reviewer: Bella Star

Rating: 5 Stars - A Must Read!

Heat: 4/5 - Smoking Hot!

Sexy shifters here I come!

Derrick posed for a calendar photo shoot where he was poisoned. Not only is he still feeling crappy but he’s got some PTSD from his experience. He meets short but adorable shifter Niall, his well-crafted plans are once again up in smoke. Will an unexpected part of his past break them apart?

Derrick is a bit shy (until he gets Niall on his back), blushes a lot and is dealing with trauma from the poisoning. Naill is adorable, short, leprechaun like (Derrick’s words) and fun. They meet randomly and instantly hit it off. Naill’s flirting ways gets him a date with Derrick and they rest as they say is history. Or rather is the whole plot for Mr. May. This is a cute romance with really likeable characters. The shifter park is really interesting. I like the imagery and building of it into the story. There some suspense in here that I really enjoyed. It gave some action and pace to the book.

If you like shifter story’s with hot sex and a bit of suspense then you should definitely read Mr May by Bailey Bradford!

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REVIEW: Pleasuring The Professor by Angela Claire

5/23/2018

Title: Pleasuring The Professor

Author: Angela Claire

Genre: Romance, Contemporary

Length: 55 pages

TBR Reviewer: Bella Star

Rating: 3 Stars - A Good Read!

Heat: 4 Stars - Smoking Hot!

Clarie is doing a paper on her favorite writer, Liam. The problem is, he lives in a remote area that just had a really bad snow storm. Now she’s trapped in the cabin with this gorgeous, tortured guy. He agrees to the interview but only if she sleeps with him...
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So normally, meeting and then having sex wouldn’t have made a good start. I’m so damn impressed with this author because that beginning worked. The characters feel real and deep from the very start and the sex between strangers is well done here. (I never thought I’d say that but it’s true). And that first sex scene! Holy F&^*ing hell! Scorching hot doesn’t even do it justice. It is so much more. (My husband thanks the author for a great night, by the way). The author could have eased up on the sex after that. There were three or four in a row. A bit much. I did find myself enjoying the story more after that though. Clarie, doing her thesis on the famous writer, Liam, start to date. Or they would have if the story hadn’t ended. They have sex a few times and then there’s an epilogue. Damn it, this author showed so much promise. The sex is hot, if a little to frequent. The characters are interesting but the story is more of a snippet rather than a book. That’s a shame, because I think this author has serious talent.

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REVIEW: Bull by Harley Wylde

5/16/2018

Title: Bull

Dixie Readers #4

Author: Harley Wylde

Genre: MC romance, romance, contemporary, erotic

Length: 150 pages

TBR Reviewer: Bella Star

Rating: 3 stars - A Good Read!

Heat: 4/5 - Smoking Hot!

Darian is running from her ex. The problem is that she runs right into Bull’s arms. The sexy older biker has a thing for her, a soft spot but will their differences get in the way of what could be both their happy endings?

The writing style just killed me! This is a good story but I hate that both the main characters are in first person point of view. I wish authors would stop doing that. It makes the characters muddled. This story is average length over one hundred pages and there is a great balance of sex vs story. I like the action. It definitely has a feel of realism. The sex is very hot but again that damn point of view style got in the way. I also like the age gap. The whole older man, younger woman thing is a turn on. I’ve been a big fan of the biker craze so this genre is a go to for me. I would definitely continue this series if the author changed the point of view style.

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REVIEW: Wicked Fireman by Sam Crescent

5/16/2018

Title: Wicked Fireman

Hard and Ready #2 - Stand alone

Author: Sam Crescent

Genre: Romance, Contemporary, Erotic

Length: 81 pages

TBR Reviewer: Bella Star

Rating: 4 stars - Highly Recommended Read!

Heat: 4/5 - Smoking Hot!

Dwayne is brand new to town and he’s fallen in lust with the fire chief’s daughter. The problem is, she doesn’t want him. If he could just get her to give him a chance...
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I like gentle persistence in a man. Dwayne is just that. Blair is a sweet, small town girl who got burned by her last relationship. She feels she’s not strong enough to deal with this new thorn in her side but he’s wearing her down. I like how they are together. It’s like the two nicest people in the world came together and fell in love. Well, Dwayne has some hot dialogue so he isn’t the nicest person (dirty, sexy dialogue). I wish the scene where they are watching the other couple in the lake was longer. That is deliciously hot. I also like the idea that Dwayne has had sex with a man in the past. There’s literally one line in the story about it but it makes me like him even more because he’s so comfortable with his sexuality. I like this story. It is short with low angst and great sex.

Wicked Fireman is a sexy short story perfect before bed or before your husband comes home!

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REVIEW: Play On by Samantha Young

5/16/2018

Title: Play On

Author: Samantha Young

Genre: Contemporary, Romance,

Length: 428 pages

TBR Reviewer: Christine K.

Rating: 4 Stars - Highly Recommended Read!

Heat: 5/5 - Orgasmic!

Nora is stuck in a small town in the US when she’s swept offer her feet by a sweet-talking Scotsman. He whisks her from her boring life and for awhile she’s happy. But his possessiveness begins to grate on her and just when she decides she can’t be in this marriage anymore, he’s no longer in the story. Now, she’s left feeling hallow and drifting through life. When Aiden comes along it’s only because of a beautiful, sick child name Sylvie. But maybe, just maybe, she’ll find something with Aiden she never expected. Forever.

Some sections are so vague it actually makes several plot points confusing. Who was the guy in the beginning? (Yes, we eventually find out, but starting with that is unclear). Who is ‘gone’ at the end of chapter six? Okay, it’s quickly discovered who and how but the way it’s written is very baffling. The flashbacks also felt very telling rather than being in the story. Despite all that, I kept reading because I fell in love with Nora. Her personality is addicting and feels so real. Then Aidan comes into the story and I am about blow off my feet. I love the way she writes the accents! Love. Love. Love. There’s some unexpected drama in the story between Nora and Aiden that I thought works really well. It really ups the tension and I love how Nora doesn’t immediately take him back. She really shows her backbone and I am proud of her for that. Also really, really hot in the romance department. Samantha Young is a freaking genius writing romance. I know I called her brilliant before but damn it, it’s so freaking true. The ending is so stunningly beautiful.

I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!

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REVIEW: Partners in Love by Rebecca Brochu

5/12/2018

Title: Partners in Love

Author: Rebecca Brochu

Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Erotic,

Length: 37 pages

TBR Reviewer: Bella Star

Rating: 5 Stars - A Must Read!

Heat: 4/5 - Smoking Hot!

Dylan’s crappy apartment gets worse when a bathtub falls through the ceiling. He crashes at his partner’s house but the cozy arrangement turns into an unexpected romance…...

These guys are hysterical and sexy. I love both Tyler and Dylan, though I do wish the author would have separated their names a bit more. Dylan had a major issue with a bathtub in his house at two in the morning and at the crack of dawn he goes to bother his partner Tyler. I love them together. They have great back and forth chemistry. This is a short story that has a pretty big punch. The romance between them is super-hot and also sweet. I really enjoyed this story and would totally recommend it to anyone who likes m/m.

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REVIEW: Coming on Strong by Faye Avalon

5/12/2018

Title: Coming on Strong

Author: Faye Avalon

Genre: Romance, Contemporary

Length: 62 pages

TBR Reviewer: Bella Star

Rating: 4 Stars - Highly Recommended Read!

Heat: 4/5 - Smoking Hot!

Lexi hires James to be her escort for the night but their history makes things … complicated. Can they work out past mistakes or is moving on their best course of action?

Lexi is my hero. She knows what she wants and what she wants is James. She going to get him too, even if she has to hire him to be her escort for the evening. She also orders the escort plus package. She is awesome! I like her attitude, her vulnerability, her backbone. She is just so damn awesome! James is harder to pin down. He doesn’t come across as a bad boy or flirty. He came across as downright mean sometimes. Once he gives in to the romance they do mix more sweetly. The sex is definitely hot and that ending is super satisfying.

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REVIEW: The Art of Seduction by Annie Harland Creek

REVIEW: The Solicitor by Treva Harte

REVIEW: Hearts in Darkness by Laura Kaye

REVIEW: Mr. May by Bailey Bradford

REVIEW: Pleasuring The Professor by Angela Claire

REVIEW: Bull by Harley Wylde

REVIEW: Wicked Fireman by Sam Crescent

REVIEW: Play On by Samantha Young

REVIEW: Partners in Love by Rebecca Brochu

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