Jun 30, 2015 | Anna Campbell, Blog, June 2015
Fall in love with Anna Campbell all over again, or for the first time. Three Proposals and a Scandal: A Sons of Sin Novella delivers a decadent novella rich with seduction, pleasure and scandal.
Lady Marianne Seaton is one lucky gal who has three men vying for her affection. However, some are more honest than others and some are a bit unsavory. Who can she trust to put her heart first? Will any of them prove that love exists and from there, fill her nights with pleasure?
When Marianne’s father insists that she marry to improve the family status and fortune, what will she do? Leave it to a few medling souls to try and urge Marianne along as they partake in a bit of matchmaking. In the end, who will win Marianne’s affection? Three men are vying for her hand, who will win her father’s approval? Let the games begin! Everyone deserves a chance at love, sometimes it just needs a helping hand and in this wonderful quintessentially Anna Campbell novella, love does, indeed, find a way.
While I received this ARC from the author for a fair and honest review I would absolutely purchase this for myself or gift it. If you haven’t read Anna’s series Sons of Sin – you must. This novella can be read as a stand-alone or any time if you’ve read the series so far.
At 155 pages this love story packs so much into a short read. Bravo Anna for giving us all the emotions – fear, anger, betrayal, desire, deception and lust in a fast paced and yummy novella.
This booklover is patiently waiting for Anna’s next book which I hope isn’t too long a wait. What a perfect book to start the work week. I did, you should too!
Author Info:
ANNA CAMPBELL has written ten multi award-winning historical romances for Grand Central Publishing and Avon HarperCollins and her work is published in sixteen languages. Anna is currently engaged in writing the “Sons of Sin” series, which started in 2012 with SEVEN NIGHTS IN A ROGUE’S BED. Look out for book 4, A SCOUNDREL BY MOONLIGHT, in April 2015. Anna lives on the beautiful east coast of Australia where she writes full-time.
Jun 29, 2015 | Blog, June 2015, Mary Wine
Named a Top 10 Pick for Spring 2015 by Publishers Weekly, Mary Wine’s A Sword For His Lady comes out this July! Mary’s agreed to stop by today and has answered some questions for us about herself and her career as an author.
If you could be anyone from any of your books, who would you be and why?
I tend to become attached to every one of my heroines. Just ask my family….they know when I am at a serious or plot-twisting part of the book…stay back. I’m feeling it and the way I am slapping the keyboard should tell you someone needs to die right about then…get too close and it might be you.
What do you do to get into the “writing zone”?
I am always there. The hard part is not allowing my inner child to run from a Highlander book into a military spy one when I haven’t finished the Highlander.
An Excerpt:
He lifted one foot and set it on the bottom step.
“What are you doing?”
“I am entering the keep.” His tone made it clear he knew he was invading her home.
“No.” She fought back her breathlessness. “You shall not.”
She backed up, but forced herself to stop in the doorway.
“Why not, my lady?”
He climbed another step and she felt her knees quiver. It was an insane reaction, one that shocked her with how intense it was its intensity.
“You do not belong in the keep. This is my home.”
He frowned but climbed another step to stand on even ground with her. Isabel lifted her chin so she might maintain eye contact.
“I will be making a full assessment of this structure, lady. You may stand aside or I shall remove you from my path.”
She should have lowered herself and gracefully glided out of the doorway. It was the only response the code of chivalry afforded her, but she couldn’t force herself to do it. She didn’t feel in control of her emotions; they were scattering like autumn leaves. Her heart accelerated. He was pressing closer, watching her, gauging her reactions to him. She’d never felt so exposed. Never felt like any man took so much notice of her. He reached for her, his expression full of promise.
“No one enters this keep without bathing.” She spat the words out in a rush and had to pull in a deep breath because her lungs burned when she was finished. At last, relief flowed through her, for she had found a valid argument to use.
The baron’s expression didn’t change. His hands were clenched around his wide leather belt, his knuckles turning white.
“Take yourself off to the bath house, my lord baron.” She was being brazen.
He suddenly grunted, amusement returning to his eyes. “Very well lady, since you wish to offer me your hospitality, I accept.”
She stared at him, uncertain of the flicker burning in his dark eyes. This wasn’t a man who knew defeat, and the muscles in her neck tightened when his lips twitched into a smug grin once again.
An expression that was full of victory.
“I shall enjoy having you bathe me, Isabel. It is certainly a good place for us to begin to learn more about one another.” A gleam appeared in his eyes that sent a shiver down her body.
“I did not offer to bathe you myself.” Her voice was a horrified whisper. He stepped closer, capturing her wrist in a grip that surprised her because it lacked pain with its gentleness. Instead, she felt their connection keenly, so much so, it felt as though that she couldn’t form a single, sensible thought. Logic had always offered her salvation in the past. Before Ramon, it crumbled away, leaving her at his mercy.
“You claim you are no maiden, so it is only customary for you to attend me since you are the lady of this keep.” His voice lowered. “Or perhaps, you would prefer not to act as a lady. In such a case…I will be most pleased to dispense with ceremony.”
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Author Info:
Acclaimed author Mary Wine has written over 30 works of erotic fantasy, romantic suspense, and historical romance. An avid history-buff and historical costumer, she and her family enjoy participating in historical reenactments. Mary lives with her husband and two sons in Yorba Linda, California.
Jun 11, 2015 | Blog, June 2015, Sandra Lake
The Iron Princess (Sons of the North Series Book #2) by Sandra Lake is an epic viking romance full of adventure, lust, deceit and a need for independence.
Katia is the daughter of King Jarl Magnus and longs to be a soldier. The desire to experience life without constraints is paramount and she will challenge anyone under disguise to a round of sword fighting of course! After dueling Lothair, he finds himself excited and displeased at the shocking discovery. Katia’s lack of concern for safety only sears his objection to marriage freely admitting that he’d rather be married to the sea.
This “Iron Princess” will do everything to protect those she loves, even if it comes with a hefty price. When Katia finds herself in a desperate situation her hero comes from an unlikely champion. I love these characters and find myself swept away with them sailing the Baltic Sea and hoping for peace and tranquility!
Once again we are treated to a story full of passion that’s intense and magical. Family feuds. Kingdoms to conquer. Who will Katia be able to trust? No one is safe.
If only Lothair and Katia could admit they do care for each other and could be more than just friends. Sandra does a magnificent job developing the relationship between them throwing unexpected challenges in their path.
I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review. I would gladly purchase this book at a pre-order price of $2.99 for myself or as a gift! I only hope that we won’t have to wait too long for the next book to be released.
While this is the second book in a series it can be enjoyed without reading The Warlord’s Wife. If you have not read The Warlord’s Wife and missed my review you can check it out here https://booksilovealatte.wordpress.com/2015/03/18/a-sweeping-and-majestic-romance-thats-steamy-and-captivating/
The publisher has also reduced the price for a limited time and it’s a steal…$0.99 for a must read delight! Get your copy now!
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In case you missed my Coffee With Sandra Lake – check it out here… https://booksilovealatte.wordpress.com/2015/03/19/coffee-with-sandra-lake/
Author Info:
Sandra Lake was raised in rural Canada. She married her childhood sweetheart (who during her childhood resembled more like her childhood nemesis) and is currently living happily-ever-after along with their kids and unruly husky in eastern Canada.
Jun 10, 2015 | Blog, June 2015, Virginia Boecker
The Witch Hunter by Virginia Boecker is a phenomenal debut young adult fantasy book full of magic, mystery, trust and self discovery.
A world of witches, witch hunters and wizards where no one is safe and no one can be sure whom to trust is the perfect combination for an absolutely magical adventure! Elizabeth Grey is a witch hunter and possesses secrets, skills and powers that will serve her well amongst those that seek her out. When Elizabeth is caught in a precarious situation, she is sentenced to die. It is through this turn of events that everything changes – it’s spellbinding and a complete page turner!
When Elizabeth’s trusted friend Caleb leaves her for death, it’s a stranger that comes to her rescue. What are his intentions? When the stranger reveals his purpose, it will blow your mind! What a fantastic and magical cast of characters built into a world full of hope, fear, and love that will capture your heart. Boundaries will be crossed as Elizabeth figures out who she can trust and believe.
After reading this fantastic book I immediately tried to figure out which actors would play each character – it would make a blockbuster hit movie! I suspect the rights will be gobbled up soon and we will see Elizabeth on the big screen soon.
I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review. Thank you so much! I look forward to gifting this must read! For those still craving more after finishing The Witch Hunter, The Healer (a novella) will be out August 11th. It’s available for pre-order it now on Amazon!
Author Info:
Virginia Boecker recently spent four years in London obsessing over English medieval history, which formed the basis of The Witch Hunter. She now lives in the Bay Area, California with her husband and spends her days writing, reading, running, and chasing around her two children and a dog named George.
In addition to English kings, nine-day queens, and Protestant princesses, her other obsessions include The Smiths, art museums, champagne, and Chapstick.
Jun 10, 2015 | Blog, Jackie Braun, June 2015
Revenge Best Served Hot (Men of the Zodiac Novel) by Jackie Brun is a fast paced romance full of corporate takeover, revenge and unexpected twists and turns.
Brody Flynn has vowed revenge on business tycoon Jonathan Douglass after his parents died. What better than a corporate take-over from the man who destroyed his family. There’s just one glitch, he’s seriously attracted to Jonathan’s daughter and she’s not happy with his plans.
Katherine Douglass is more than just a pretty face, in fact she’s a sharp business woman who has her own ideas of how the corporation should run. Too bad no one listens to her. Will Brody finally appreciate her mind or fall for her body instead? Her talents surprise him and send his libido into overdrive.
Corporate takeovers are usually messy and this one is no exception. When Kate’s father asks her to go too far in helping him win back his former company she has a decision to make. Will Brody find saistcation once he gets what he wants? Both of them have issues to work through.
Discover another must read from the Mend of the Zodaic series. At $2.99 it’s a great priced for a fast paced read. While this is part of a series it can be read on it’s own. I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review. I look forward to more great reads in this series soon!
Author Info:
Jackie Braun is the author of more than 30 romance novels. Over the years, her books have been nominated for three Rita Awards, four National Readers’ Choice Awards and won a Rising Star Award. Among other honors, she is a past nominee for Series Storyteller of the Year by RT Book Reviews.
Jackie has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and has worked at newspapers and other publications for more than two decades. For the past several years, she has freelanced as both an editorial writer and a copy editor.
Jackie is an avid gardener, a wannabe chef and a hoarder of traditionally published books, even though she loves her Kindle. She is the secretary/vice president of her book club, which boasts more than 170 members. (And no, they don’t all read the same book each month. The club brings in speakers–mostly authors–to discuss a variety of topics.)
Jackie was born, raised and educated in Michigan. With the exception of a couple of briefs stints in New York—as a college intern for Good Housekeeping magazine in Manhattan, and as a copy editor at The Niagara Gazette in Niagara Falls—she has lived in the Great Lakes state her entire life.
She is happily married to her hero, Mark, and the proud mom of two sons. She also is “mom” to an adorable, if needy rescued miniature poodle mix.
She loves to hear from readers, who can find her on twitter and facebook or contact her through her website at www.jackiebraun.com.
