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Saturday, October 4, 2014

~Release Day Blitz & Giveaway: Rock Courtship by Nalini Singh~



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Rock Courtship (bk 1.5) A Rock Kiss Novel:
David & Thea’s Story


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RELEASING ON SEPTEMBER 30TH

Blurb

  • What happens when the Gentleman of Rock decides to play dirty?

    A drummer for the hottest rock band on the planet, David has a single, powerful weakness: Thea, the band’s publicist and the woman who steals his breath away with her every move.

    Only problem is, Thea doesn’t date clients—or musicians. Emotionally scarred by a cheating ex, she’s not about to risk her heart with a man who has groupies buzzing around him like flies. Even if his sexy smile ties her up in knots.

    What she doesn’t know is that David is a one-woman man...and he’s madly in love with her. David’s determined to prove he’s worth the risk, and willing to court her, step by exquisite step. Thea’s about to discover just how long and hard this handsome drummer can play.
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Excerpt: Rock Courtship (Book 1.5) A Rock Kiss Novel
“Beer—whatever you have on tap,” David said to the grizzled bartender and grabbed a stool, his eye on the rugby game in progress on the TV screen bolted above the bar.
He’d hardly taken a sip of his beer, the dark liquid bitingly cold, when he felt a presence at his back. Instincts honed by a childhood in one of the toughest areas of New York had him focusing on the mirror behind the bar to check out the situation before he turned. A big, bald, and heavily muscled male with a spiderweb tattoo on his neck was standing behind and just to the side of David, a smirk on his pockmarked face.
Belly heating, David turned with a slight smile. “Problem?”
The bald man bared his teeth and, laughing, looked to a table to his right. “Hear that, boys?” he called out to his friends. “The pussy rock star here wants to know if there’s a problem.”
Laughter and shouts from that particular table, while the rest of the men in the bar went quiet. David didn’t move, taking a measure of the players without letting it show. “Always know your opponent” had been one of the first things his father had taught him—Vicente Rivera didn’t believe in turning the other cheek; he believed in teaching his sons how to put bullies on the ground and keep them there.
“Yeah, there’s a problem,” the bald guy said, shoving at David’s shoulder. “This is a real bar for real men. Not pussies.”
Like that, then. Good. He was in the mood to do some violence. Lifting his beer, David took a long drink, then slammed it down… and punched Bald Head in the jaw at the same time that he kicked out with his foot to connect with the other man’s knee. The jackass went down like a ton of bricks.
Roaring in rage, the man’s friends came at David.
He grinned and started to show them what this “pussy rock star” could do.
It wasn’t until they’d broken a table and several chairs, and the bartender had called the cops that David realized Thea would have to deal with the fallout from this. Fuck, fuck, fuck, he thought as he was shoved into a cell alone, his erstwhile opponents in the cell opposite. Sliding down the graffiti-marked wall to the floor, he thought about the phone call the desk sergeant had said he could make and decided against it.
Fox had Molly with him—the band’s lead singer had been waiting for his girl to arrive since the instant Schoolboy Choir set foot in the city. As for Noah and Abe, they both had their own plans. He knew any one of the three men would drop those plans in an instant to come to his aid, but since the cops had made it clear he’d be spending the night in a cell no matter what, why mess up their plans?
“You do or say anything that’ll hit the media, you call me. Day or night. I hate surprises—so don’t you dare surprise me.”
Thea had given that order to all four of them when she’d agreed to act as their publicist. Her up-front nature and dedication to her job was part of the reason they’d hired her; Thea was the best and she didn’t take any shit from her clients. He wasn’t doing himself any favors by not calling her.
Right then, David couldn’t find it in himself to care. It wasn’t as if she could hurt him any more than she already had. And Jesus, how long was he going to carry this torch that was burning him alive? “Fuck, fuck, fuck,” he said aloud, banging the back of his head against the wall.
Additional Excerpt can be found on Nalini’s website HERE

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Overall Rating:  3.5 Rockin’ ★★★☆

"When you suffer such a big hurt, the longer you permit it to live in you, the bigger it grows, until it seeks to devour your soul."

Thea Rivera is a self made woman who is stone cold when it comes to the dating scene.  After being hurt by her fiancé, she decides to give men a break to help herself heal.  But the unlikeliest person, one of her clients has worked his way tirelessly into her heart and she can't deny her feelings for him anymore.

David Rivera, called the "Gentleman of Rock" is a drummer for the world renowned band, Schoolboy Choir, and is in love with one woman who doesn't want anything to do with him. But when fate steps in, David just might get his chance to have her once and for all.

This story was such a feel good read from the beginning that I was smiling and loving it throughout the entire book.  The author has a way with developing her characters and creating a world that will keep you involved to the very end.  I loved the rocker theme and it just makes you think that even those who are in the "lime light" have feelings too.  Although I would've like to have a little more controversy woven into the story, this book was anything but loving and developed a wonderful inspiring story.  Way to move me, Nalini! ~ TSRBR

Hero -  David Rivera 3.5 stars
Heroine - Thea Arsana 3.5 stars
Steam Level: 3.5 stars
Plot: 3.0 stars
Cliffhanger: No

Would I recommend this book: Yes!  This is a "feel good" book.  So I would happily say that if you want a book to lift you up all the way through, this is the one for you!

Would I recommend this author: Yes!  I have never read anything by this author, but she has a quality about her writing that intrigues me.
***Received an ARC of this book from the Author in exchange for an honest review***


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Blurb
A bad boy wrapped in a sexy, muscled, grown-up package might be worth a little risk…


Molly Webster has always followed the rules. After an ugly scandal tore apart her childhood and made her the focus of the media’s harsh spotlight, she vowed to live an ordinary life. No fame. No impropriety. No pain. Then she meets Zachary Fox, a tattooed bad boy rocker with a voice like whiskey and sin, and a touch that could become an addiction.


A one-night stand with the hottest rock star on the planet, that’s all it was meant to be…


Fox promises scorching heat and dangerous pleasure, coaxing Molly to extend their one-night stand into a one-month fling. After that, he’ll be gone forever, his life never again intersecting with her own. Sex and sin and sensual indulgence, all with an expiration date. No ties, no regrets. Too late, Molly realizes it isn’t only her body that’s become addicted to Fox, but her heart…


Meet the Author
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NEW YORK TIMES AND USA Today bestselling author of the Psy-Changeling and Guild Hunter series Nalini Singh usually writes about hot shapeshifters and dangerous angels. This time around, she decided to write about hot and wickedly tempting rock stars. If you’re seeing a theme here, you’re not wrong.


Nalini lives and works in beautiful New Zealand, and is passionate about writing. If you’d like to explore her other books, you can find lots of excerpts on her website. Slave to Sensation is the first book in the Psy-Changeling series, whileAngels’ Blood is the first book in the Guild Hunter series. Also, don't forget to swing by the site to check out the special behind-the-scenes page for the Rock Kiss series, complete with photos of many of the locations used in the books.


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~Cover Reveal: An Indecent Affair Part V by Stephanie Julian~

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Title: An Indecent Affair Part V

Author: Stephanie Julian

Date of Publication: October 14th 2014
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About An Indecent Affair Part V:


Kat had seen it coming. She should’ve known better. A relationship with two men would never work. But she’d let herself hope. And now the pain of failure is crushing.


Tristan and Adam are trying their damnedest to make things right and win Kat back but family, work and the fraying of their once-solid friendship are taking their toll.


When the dust clears, will Kat, Tristan and Adam be able to rebuild? Or will everything they’ve worked so hard for come crashing down around them?



Available for Pre-Order!


Excerpt:


“Did you enjoy being in the army?”


A flicker of surprise crossed Adam’s expression. “Yeah, I did. And I was good at it.”


“Because he’s a sneaky bastard.” Tristan deliberately needled Adam. “And he’s a decent shot.”


Adam’s mouth curved in a grin. “Better shot than you.”


Tristan rolled his eyes. “Now you’re just fooling yourself.”


Kat smiled, watching their banter as if it were a tennis match. Sliding off her shoes, she tucked her legs under her and leaned back in the chair. As she resettled, she noticed both men return their attention to her.


“How did you meet?”


Her curiosity grew, fueled by the interplay between them. They knew each other so well, they’d developed a shorthand. She wanted to learn it, wanted to be on the inside with them.


When Tristan smiled at her, she felt drawn inside that small circle.


“When the newly minted Second Lieutenant got assigned to my platoon.” Adam’s smile widened. “Fresh out of West Point and already a Grade-A prick.”


Tristan didn’t look at all offended by Adam’s dig. “I may have had a somewhat elevated opinion of myself at the time.”


“Lucky for us, you proved yourself in the desert.”


She knew they’d served in the Middle East for several years, but it had been more of an abstract concept than a fact. Now, her stomach clutched at the thought that one or both of them could have been killed. Which was ridiculous because they were here now. Safe and sound.


But would they always be?


“Can I ask about your work?”


She had their complete attention again, their focus a little unnerving. Adam’s so intense, Tristan’s so…inviting.


He nodded. “Of course.”


“We just need you to understand that we have confidentiality issues,” Adam interjected. “Just like you do with clients.”


She nodded. “I understand. So…what exactly do you do?”


“We run a private security firm.” Tristan’s tone implied it was that simple. Which she knew it wasn’t, thanks to the DeMarcos.


“Which means…”


Tristan paused to think about his answer, but Adam leaned forward, tapping his finger on the table to get her attention.


“Maybe you should tell us what you already know. Then we’ll fill in the holes.”


Would they understand that she’d had them investigated only because she was curious about them? And not that she was prying into their business? Was there even a distinction to be made there?


“I know you provide security services, but you also do something called kidnap and recovery.”


Adam’s eyebrows rose but he didn’t look surprised. “That’s not something we put on our website.”


“I didn’t get that from your website.”


“No, you had us investigated.”


Adam didn’t sound angry so she nodded. How would they take that?


A second later, Adam’s lips curled in a tiny grin and Tristan outright laughed.


“Good for you, sweetheart,” Adam murmured. “Another woman would’ve just taken us at our word.”


“I like to know who I’m dealing with.”


“Good policy to have.” Tristan cocked his head to the side then, his gaze narrowing. “And did you get the answers you were looking for?”


“Not really, no.”


Tristan spread his hands and leaned back in his chair. “Then go ahead and ask. Anything you want.”



About An Indecent Affair Series:


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One night. One woman. Two men. Twice the desire.


Katrina refuses to give in to her mother’s demand to marry a man she can’t stand. After years of trusting no one with her heart or her body, she wants to be swept off her feet, to experience complete surrender, if only for one night.


Tristan has lusted after Katrina for years and tonight he’s making his move. He’ll steal her away from his brother, who doesn’t deserve her. Then he and his best friend, Adam, will give her exactly what she wants…








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Katrina is finally taking control of her life. She's quit her job in Boston and is opening her own law practice in Philadelphia, home to Tristan and Adam. She spent one sensually mind-blowing night in their arms. And then she snuck out before morning.


Tristan is looking forward to breaking down Kat's walls and starting a relationship. Adam isn't sure Kat is the woman he and Tristan need in their lives. And he'll do whatever it takes to make sure they don't make a huge mistake...











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Letting her insecurities get the better of her, Katrina pushed Adam away after another amazing night in bed between him and Tristan. In the light of day, she realizes she needs to apologize. She only hopes Adam will listen.


After walking out on Katrina, Adam believes the only way Tristan can have a shot at a relationship with her is for Adam to step aside. He’s not the kind of man she needs in her life and Tristan has wanted her for too long to give up now.


Or course, passion has a way of derailing the best of intentions…








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Kat has uprooted her life and moved to Philadelphia. She's starting her own business and opening her heart. But caring for two men brings both rewards and pitfalls.


Tristan and Adam are determined to keep Kat close and win her heart. But work dangers and family obligations conspire to tear them apart before their fragile relationship has a chance to grow into something stronger.











About Stephanie Julian:


stephanie julianStephanie Julian writes sophisticated, sultry romance for adventurous readers.
She is the author of the best-selling Salon Games series. BY PRIVATE INVITATION (Salon Games 1) was an RT Magazine Top Pick. OVER EXPOSED (Salon Games 3) released July 2014. Her serial erotic romance, An Indecent Proposition, is a reader favorite.


She also writes several paranormal erotic series, including Forgotten Goddesses, Darkly Enchanted and Lucani Lovers.


Stephanie is happily married to a Springsteen fanatic and the mother of two sons who introduced her to the joys of Slipknot, Warped Tour and never-ending headaches.


Find out why Romantic Times magazine, Simply Romance Reviews, Night Owl Romance and Joyfully Reviewed have called Stephanie's stories "fascinating," "truly fantastic," "intoxicating," "highly imaginative" and "hot enough to peel paint.”


















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Friday, October 3, 2014

~Free Book Alert: Scent of a Mate by Milly Taiden~

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Scent of a Mate (BBW Paranormal Shape Shifter Romance): An alpha looking to claim his curvy, sassy mate is about to learn it's not as simple as a bite. (Sassy Mates Series Book 1) by Milly Taiden
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~Carnal Desire (Severed MC #2) by K.T. Fisher and Ava Manello~

Continuing Angel and Eve's story from Severed Angel.

Eve returns home unaware danger is hot on her heels. Will Satan get the revenge he seeks, will Angel save the woman he loves or will Ink get the woman he deserves.

The nail biting conclusion to the story that crosses two continents...

Book Two in a two part story.

*** CONTAINS ADULT THEMES AND MATERIAL - OVER 18's ONLY ***

Overall Rating:  4.5 Rockin’ ★★★★☆

Carnal Desire is book two in the Severed MC series written by author K.T. Fisher and Ava Manello.  This book continues where Severed Angel ended.  Eve leaves behind her heart in Australia when she returns home to England.  She fell in love with the Severed MC’s VP, Angel.  It was time to return to her daughter and the life she had there.  There was no other choice because she needs her child and Angel had not asked her to stay.  Even though it had been a horrible last few weeks, she would have stayed.  As she boards the plane headed home, Eve does not know that she is being stalked by Angel’s twin Satan.  Satan has sworn to kill her because she is a loose end that must be eliminated.  She was the only witness to his killing a man in cold blood.

Angel was recovering from a gunshot wound inflected by his twin when Eve left.  He did not have the chance to ask her to stay with him and be his Old Lady. His plan was to return to England with Eve, get her daughter, and then return to Australia with them as a family. Everything changes when Angel finds out that his brother is out of jail on a technicality and headed to England after Eve.  Angel follows Eve to England and prays that he is not too late and will be able to save her and her family from his evil brother.

While on the plan Eve makes a new friend, Elle.  She feels like they have always been friends and shares everything that has happened during her trip down under. Elle listens and tells Eve that if she needs her she will be there for her.  Eve is totally unaware that Satan is onboard the plane watching her and waiting for the perfect time to take her.  Satan’s one joy in life is causing chaos and pain to others.  He hates his brother and has killed those that Angel loves before.

It is a race between good and evil!  Who will win?  Will Satan get to Eve first or will Angel arrive in time?  During all the action going on between Angel and Eve another couple’s relationship begins to develop into a new storyline.  Threaded all through this book you will get glimpses of their beginnings and possibly their ending!  Read this book to find out.

Hero: 4.5 stars
Heroine:  4.5 stars
Plot:  4.5 stars
Steam Level: 4.5 stars
Cliffhanger:  No

Would I recommend this book: Yes.  This is the second book in this series and is a definite hold on to your seat kind of book!  You have so many different things happening all the way through the book until the last page.  It is filled with love, lust, sex and hard core violence that are not for the faint of heart.

Would I recommend this author: Yes.  The authors really understand how to grab their readers and not let go with their amazing books!  I look forward to reading their next release to find out what happens next.

***Received an ARC of this book from the Author in exchange for an honest review***