Thursday, May 29, 2014

HOME by Rachel Smith on SALE for $.99!!


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SYNOPSIS
After twelve years on top of the charts, country music superstar Lily Rae has decided to hang up the microphone and move home. Becoming Lillian Raftzen again is harder than she anticipated and soon, it seems running home is not enough to escape from her manipulative ex-agent, who not only threatens to end her happiness, but her life. 

When the girl of his dreams walks back into his life twelve years later, Justin DeLuca realizes as much as he loves her, she is no longer the girl he remembers. With everything they must overcome, can the two of them make their dreams come true? Lily’s dream to sing and Justin’s dream for a family are so very far from the same path. But by veering off course they find a new dream on a new path ending up right where it all began…..home.



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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Review & Giveaway ~ UNBREAKABLE by Gigi Aceves





SYNOPSIS:

Jake Oliver, a typical guy, never expected to fall in love with his best friend’s girl. Jake learned to love her from a far, he watched her constantly and supported her endlessly.
Trish Wilson thought she found the love of her life in Dylan, until tragedy struck and fate decided for her when Dylan died in Afghanistan. Will she survive and get over her fear to love again? Will she find her one? Will her heart ever truly heal?

The tragedy that caused them great sadness also brought them together. Jake’s love for Trish gave her the strength to overcome her fear to love again, while Trish’s love pushed Jake past his guilt. However, when your soul mate’s life is at stake, will they fold in fear or stand their ground? Will they fight to live or prepare to give up? Will they allow fear to break them or will they let love make them UNBREAKABLE.

“Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him.
And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.” Ecclesiastes 4:12 

Review

     Oh my, where do I even start?  This book is so emotional and gripping, that you can’t help but keep reading.  The book starts two years in the past with Trish meeting Dylan’s family and friends for the first time.  While she is nervous to meet them, she can’t help but to feel some pull toward Jake.  Things are great, until Dylan decides to leave the Reserves and go to active duty.  He is killed while on deployment and everything changes. 
     Now, two years later, Jake is ready to make his move.  He has been in love with Trish since he met her, but knew he couldn’t do anything about it.  When he realizes that Trish loves him too, they begin their life journey together.  No, it is not smooth sailing as they both need to let go of the past in order to get to their HEA. 
     Just when you think things couldn’t get better, they are hit with devastating news.  Jake worries it will push Trish away and Trish is worried that she will lose someone else she loves.  This is a great story about overcoming your past, bracing for the uncertainty of the future and loving with all your heart. 
     I can’t say enough good things about this book.  It grabs you right for the beginning and you go on a wonderful, sad and love felt journey with Trish and Jake.  The author did a great job with the story.  She didn’t have unnecessary filler and the story just flowed so well.  The other characters in the book were great as well.  I honestly think the book would have been lacking something if it wasn’t for them.  If you are looking for an emotional read, look no further, Gigi Aceves has you covered.  Be warned though, it does have a cliffhanger; however, I don’t think you will be disappointed in going ahead and reading it.  We will just need to bug Gigi to write faster so we know what happens!! J    

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EXCERPT:


Trish

“Trish, aren’t you going to sit down?  Sorry, you can’t get close to our boy, here,” Cody goads me, slapping Jake’s shoulder.
“That’s okay, Cody. I don’t have to be close to him to get a hard reaction.”  Putting emphasis on ‘hard’ as I smirk at him.
Without warning, the three boys take their shirts off, and I just about pass out. Well, Tami and Roxy included.  I blank out for a while, not knowing what to do next.  Damn, I didn’t think of this.  Jake is now shirtless in front of me, my traitorous eyes instantly roam to his chest, hard abs, broad shoulders and back to his chest.  Holy crap!
“Cat got your tongues, ladies?” Cody chuckles.
Oh no, no cat’s got my tongue! I’m thinking more like my warm tongue wrapping around his hard pulsing dick! Shit! I hate giving head, but my crazed-self strikes again! Best idea…ever!
Jake never makes eye contact, in fact, he’s busy eating his food and talking to Brian about some shit I can’t even understand, because at the moment, my mind is not working properly.  Roxy gives me that you-better-do-something look, and that’s all it takes for me to go into action mode.
Roxy stands up and tells me to sit down right in front of Jake, while she takes the seat next to me. This is perfect for what I have in mind.  I show Roxy the banana I’m holding under the table, and she gives me a small nod and smile.  I start peeling the banana, even before she gives me my signal to start Operation Payback.  Right on cue, she gives me the opening I need.
“Trish, you’re not going to eat?” She asks innocently.
“Nah, I don’t feel too well,” I say.
Jake looks at me with concern in his eyes, and what perfect timing. He falls for it, hook, line and sucker! I put the banana very slowly in my mouth, pushing it as far as I could and pulling it out ever so slowly, biting the tip off.  I’m looking at Jake the whole time; his reaction is priceless. It takes everything in me, not to laugh.  Even the boys are silent; Cody is speechless for a change.  Three point shot right here…bam!
“What’s wrong boys, cat got your tongues?” Roxy hollers.
“Trish, put the banana down!” Jake exclaims.
“I want to eat it! What’s wrong with you? Do you want it?” I ask arching my brow.
“Jake, pull your pants down, man! She’s playing dirty! Show her the power drill!” Cody says, trying to coax Jake.
  He ignores Cody, since he and I are in a stare down duel, his slightly narrowed eyes locks on mine and his jaw is twitching.  I now have in front of me, a very frustrated Jake, who in my estimation is ready to blow a gasket anytime.







I’m a middle child, and no, I don’t suffer from the middle child syndrome. According to my parents, I’m the craziest, and I think, my husband and children agree with them.

Besides the births of my two children, my husband’s successful transplant is one of the most memorable moments of my crazy life! After dealing with two bouts of cancer, my husband served as an inspiration to me and my children. I’m privileged to be married and go on this crazy ride, we call life, with a man who doesn’t know the meaning of giving up.

I’m known as The Crazy Cat Lady, in the Wanted World. Am I crazy? Well, the jury is still out on that one, but I’d like to think I can make one person smile with my craziness.







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Thursday, May 22, 2014

Release Launch ~ UNBREAKABLE by Gigi Aceves







SYNOPSIS:

Jake Oliver, a typical guy, never expected to fall in love with his best friend’s girl. Jake learned to love her from a far, he watched her constantly and supported her endlessly.
Trish Wilson thought she found the love of her life in Dylan, until tragedy struck and fate decided for her when Dylan died in Afghanistan. Will she survive and get over her fear to love again? Will she find her one? Will her heart ever truly heal?

The tragedy that caused them great sadness also brought them together. Jake’s love for Trish gave her the strength to overcome her fear to love again, while Trish’s love pushed Jake past his guilt. However, when your soul mate’s life is at stake, will they fold in fear or stand their ground? Will they fight to live or prepare to give up? Will they allow fear to break them or will they let love make them UNBREAKABLE.

“Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him.
And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.” Ecclesiastes 4:12 

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EXCERPT:


Jake
The moment I lay my eyes on her, I know….I know she is my one. Her expressive eyes captivate my own, imprisoning my thoughts. Her angelic face shines like a beacon calling to me, and my heart is helpless to stop it. It answers its call only to be denied, swiftly. I never thought I’d experience the feeling most pussy men feel of ‘their world stopping’ when they see their soul mate, or whatever the hell they call it. My world definitely stopped…it stopped and fucking shattered to pieces since there is no way in hell it would ever happen because she’s taken. Not by just anyone…she’s with my best friend. What does that make me? I’ve been asking myself that since she got here. So, I suck it up and remain quiet, I stay away from her and try to blend in, until Dylan calls me.

“Jake, come here! I’d like you to meet Trish.” Dylan yells. There is no way I can avoid this.

I give Dylan a chin nod. “Hey, man. What’s up?”

“Jake, this is my precious Trish. Honey, my best friend Jake.”

She’s even more breath taking up close. She’s so petite with her long, silky, brown hair and expressive eyes that seem to see through me. Her flawless, delicate skin seems to glow against Dylan’s tanned arms, her kissable lips stretch into a magnificent smile that lights up my world and breaks my world, all at the same time.

“Hi, Trish.” I’m dying to hug her, but seeing my best friend’s smiling face full of pride stops me. I extend my hand, regretfully, settling for a hand shake.

Dylan releases her, and as she grabs my hand, the moment her skin touches mine, heat travels from my fingertips straight to my heart and shoots its way fast and hard to my dick. I can’t control myself; I pull her in for a hug. Against all logical reason, and against all odds, four words leave my mouth.

I whisper in her ear. “You are so beautiful.”

She rewards me with yet another heart stopping smile. I can’t look away, even when she does. She’s back in Dylan’s arms, and my heart aches. Brian nudges me and signals for me to go around back. We both excuse ourselves, and for the first time since Trish got here, I’m able to breathe properly.

Brian doesn’t waste time and confronts me right away. Obviously, he wants to nip this in the bud.

“What was that about, Jake?” His accusatory tone puts me in a defensive mode.

“What’s what?” I act as though I don’t know what he’s talking about. Fear slowly works its way up my body, straight to my stupid brain. If Brian noticed, did anyone else?

“Don’t mess with me. I saw the look you gave Trish. Don’t, Jake. Do not cross that line.” His eyes not leaving mine, his tone low interlaced with a warning.

I scrub my face with my hand. “Don’t you think I know? It’s just a stupid crush, alright? I’m sure a good fuck would fix it.”

I start laughing, while looking at Brian. I need to deflect this situation ASAP.

“You shouldn’t really talk, dude. You’ve been eyeing my sister, and not once have I stopped you, asshole!”

Brian told me a couple of months ago he wanted to date my sister, but he refused to make the move, only because he doesn’t want to mess with our friendship. He respects my dad and me, too much. Bullshit excuse if I’ve ever heard one. Plus, he said, that she’s older and might not want to have a relationship with a younger guy.

“Don’t go there, Jake. I told you how I feel about her, and why I refuse to make a move, besides she’s not with anyone. Trish is with Dylan. Do I need to remind you, he’s your best friend?” He forcefully asks, pointing his finger at me.

With my hands on my waist, I look at him, seriousness blanketing my face.

“Brian, what do you think I’ll do? I’m not going to deny I feel a different pull every time I look into her eyes…I can’t describe it. It’s as if I’m drawn to her, a force pulling me to her,” I start shaking my head. “But, I know my place, Brian. You know me, man. I won’t hurt D like that.”

He sighs. “I know, Jake. It’s just when I saw you look at her, I’ve never seen you look at anyone like that. It’s as if everything stopped. You couldn’t even tear your eyes away from her. Just pray Dylan didn’t notice it.”

As we walk back, my eyes search around, looking for her. She’s seated, sandwiched between Roxy and Tami. I could tell they love her, already. I notice Cody eyeing Roxy, and as I turn toward Brian, he too is looking at Tami, the same way Cody is looking at Roxy. Damn, all three of us are looking at three girls who can never be ours. I search for Dylan, but he isn’t around. Why would he not be attached to Trish baffles my mind. If I were him, I would be…like white on rice.

   
      As my eyes wander back to Trish, I promise myself I will be a friend to her, no matter what. There’s no way I could not be around her. I am fucking doomed. How could I forget such a face, but most importantly, how could I deny the pull I feel for her…how can I stop it…control it? I don’t think I could break it, even if I tried….it just simply is… unbreakable.







I’m a middle child, and no, I don’t suffer from the middle child syndrome. According to my parents, I’m the craziest, and I think, my husband and children agree with them.

Besides the births of my two children, my husband’s successful transplant is one of the most memorable moments of my crazy life! After dealing with two bouts of cancer, my husband served as an inspiration to me and my children. I’m privileged to be married and go on this crazy ride, we call life, with a man who doesn’t know the meaning of giving up.

I’m known as The Crazy Cat Lady, in the Wanted World. Am I crazy? Well, the jury is still out on that one, but I’d like to think I can make one person smile with my craziness.








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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Review & Giveaway ~ HIS BILLION DOLLAR BABY by Lea Nolan

His Billion Dollar Baby
Lea Nolan


 Blurb: Can her love melt this CEO’s heart?
No-nonsense physical therapist Gwen Radley has scraped for everything she has, so she surprises even herself when she gives into the advances of a sexy ex-patient the night before he returns to Afghanistan. Then she learns she’s pregnant, just as the news arrives that her soldier has died.

Grieving over his brother’s death, billionaire Carter Anderson questions Gwen’s motives when he accidentally learns about her pregnancy. In his experience, women can’t be trusted, so he doubts Gwen’s insistence she has not interest in his family empire – especially after she moves in with his mother. When her therapy expertise has them collaborating on a lucrative business project, Carter sees her in a new light. But his suspicions persist, leading them both to wonder if he will ever embrace his brother’s baby – or the love that’s blooming between them.


Review:  After reading the synopsis of this book, I had a pretty good idea what to expect.  I thought Gwen would be a broken woman who was devastated by the death of Ben and didn't know how to go on.  I assumed Carter would be a hard ass who didn't want anyone to "get rich" off his brother's death.  While part of that is true, the story is so much more than that.  Gwen had no idea who Ben's family was and she has no desire to capitalize financially off the fact she is pregnant with his baby.  
     Carter had been burned in the past and knew better than to trust any woman.  He believed Gwen was only after the family money/business and he was going to make sure she gets nothing.  What he didn't expect was to start seeing who Gwen really was and all that she was willing to sacrifice for his family.
     It is a good story about a strong woman who knows what she wants in life and doesn't depend on anyone for her happiness or her livelihood.  Carter had truly met his match when she walked into his life.  She made him open his eyes and realize that not everyone is a schemer out to take his money.  When she walks out of his life after some horrible accusations by him, he is forced to come to terms with how he treats people.  
     I truly enjoyed the story and was very happy with the ending.  The story was very well written and flowed nicely.  I am looking forward to the next book which I hope will be about Carter's best friend, Devon.  I would really like to see him get his HEA.     

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Author Bio:  Lea Nolan writes books for young adults featuring bright heroines, crazy-hot heroes, diabolical plot twists, plus a dose of magic, a draft of romance, and a sprinkle of history. She also pens smart, witty contemporary stories for adults filled with head-swooning, heart-throbbing, sweep-you-off your feet romance.

With a master’s degree in women’s studies and public policy, and an undergraduate degree in history, she spent twenty years as a health policy analyst and researcher, writing hundreds of fascinating reports and articles tens of people enjoyed. Today, she teaches graduate courses in health policy, law, and financing, and takes on the occasional consulting gig.

Born and raised on Long Island, New York, she loves the water far too much to live inland. With her heroically supportive husband and three clever children, she resides in Maryland where she scarfs down crab cakes whenever she gets the chance.

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Tuesday, May 20, 2014

IRON SINNERS by HJ Bellus is LIVE!!!!!!!


★IRON SINNERS
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                            Synopsis:
Griff, aka Grizz, the ideal Iron Sinner, rides hard and dedicates his all to the club. 

A job needs done…he does it. 
Men idolize him. 
Women love him. 

Never shy and always up for a good time, Grizz finds himself jumping from mattress to mattress and digging grave after grave. You want to take a bullet? Cross the club. 

One night, rival MC, Devil’s Idol, do just that. Grizz and Animal are sent to straighten shit out while leaving no witnesses. What Grizz faces that night changes his life forever… 

Piper Jones is in the wrong place at the wrong time.

The ruthless business woman, finds herself captive by the MC club. But she’s not one to go down without a fight. 

She slowly destroys Grizz, from his bad boy persona, to his ride or die motto. He should want nothing more than to do away with her with a single bullet. Instead, he finds himself giving his all just to be with her. 

Will Grizz be able to walk away from the one thing he swore he never wanted?


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★EXCERPT
GRIZZ
“What the fuck,” I growl. “Is this a prank?”
She just fucking ruined a whole stack of pancakes.
“It is one of my dirty, dark secrets, biker boy.”
“Call me boy one more time and I’ll beat your ass, Piper.”
“Just eat it. Please, just try it for me. Eat it.”
“You do realize that you are begging me to ‘eat it’ while you sit in my boxers on my counter covered in batter. I’ve never wanted to taste anything so fucking badly.”
“Then taste it. Go ahead.”
Piper grabs a fork and cuts off a huge chunk of pancakes covered in batter and syrup and raises it to my lips.
Closing my eyes, I can feel the pancakes push on my lips. “Baby, I wasn’t talking about the pancakes.”
“Grizz,” she warns.
“Piper, just give me a taste and then I’ll eat any concoctions of yours.”
“Taste of this?” she asks, as she slides her hand down the front of my boxers into her.
Piper moves her hand up and down, throwing her head back and fucking herself with her hand.
“Taste it,” she growls.
Opening my mouth, Piper places the warm gooey pancakes in my mouth. My cock threatens to spring from my jeans as she continues to fuck herself right in front of me. Piper stretches out a foot, brushes it against my cock, and lets out an evil giggle.
“Take another bite, Grizzy.”
I scoop up another chunk of pancake and shovel it in my mouth, ignoring the fact she just called me Grizzy. If my cock wasn’t so fucking hard, I would slap her across the fucking face. I despise that fucking name.
“I’m hungry,” Piper whimpers as she continues banging her sweet pussy.
I lean forward, grab the back of her ass, and scoot her closer. I’m very careful not to disturb the motion of her arm because Piper fucking herself is the hottest thing I have ever seen. And trust me, I have seen and done it all. I take another chunk of pancake with my fingers and feed her while she gets closer to orgasm. She grabs the back of my head and slams it into her mouth. Fuck! We haven’t kissed like this since our one and only fuck over a week ago. I taste every inch of her delicate mouth. My tongue memorizes the feel of each and every one of her teeth, the top of her mouth, and the insides of her lips. This time I cherish every fucking second, knowing any day Mayor could call and give us the orders to cut her loose.


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CREE

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TRIPP

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MILES

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★ABOUT HJ BELLUS
I am just a simple country girl getting one story 
out of my head at a time. I was raised in small town, 
USA and still reside there with my husband and 
children. I am a huge country music fan and am 
inspired by it everyday. I live and love country life, 
and you will find those elements in my books. I also
adore strong and brave lead female characters, and
strive to be a courageous and independent woman in
everyday life. In my opinion, life is no fun without a
good sense of humor, sprinkles, cheese whiz, and
candy. It is the simple things that warm my heart.
Live life your way, HJ Bellus 

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