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Title: Lucky Penny

 Author: L.A. Cotton

Genre: Contemporary Romance

  Release Date: November 30, 2015

I was his lucky Penny. He was my light in the dark, hope in despair. Our bond was one of survival, friendship… first love.

But then we were ripped apart and Blake Weston became the memory I turned to when everything else in my life fell apart.

Seven years later, a summer working at Camp Chance is supposed to be my fresh start. Beautiful scenery and the chance to better the lives of foster children–kids like me. But when my eyes land on him across the fire, time stands still and feelings come rushing back to the surface. I thought I’d moved on, tucked him away in my heart. One look into his soulful blue eyes and I know I’m wrong. Blake Weston can heal the broken parts of me. Restore my hope. Love me.

It’s our second chance. A sign we are supposed to be together.

Isn’t it?

I was twelve when I survived the accident that killed my parents. Fourteen when I survived the devil. And sixteen, when I survived a heartbreak of the worst kind.

But in my twenty-three years, Blake Weston might just be the first thing I won’t survive.

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Marissa didn’t follow me. It was most likely she had pieced together our story after Blake’s song. How could she not? It was as if he had weaved our entire relationship into his lyrics. I could feel his sixteen-year-old self singing every line to my sixteen-year-old self. Although, I was pretty certain the sixteen-year-old Blake I’d known then had no clue how to play the guitar.After washing the tearstains from my face, I brushed my teeth. It was still early, but I couldn’t face going back out there, so I changed into my shorts and tank top and climbed into bed. Sleep would be impossible, but at least here, I was safe.

Most people felt lonely in solitude, but I welcomed the silence. I embraced it even. Something about the quiet, the knowledge no one else was around, comforted me. I knew it made me different. I didn’t need a shrink to tell me that, but it didn’t change the fact that I found sanctuary in being alone.

I lay there not really allowing myself to think. Thinking was dangerous; it led to remembering, and my memories were stained with pain and hurt and the kinds of things that made most people’s nightmares look like a walk in the park. Instead, I tracked the uneven cabin ceiling. My eyes followed the planes of the wood from one end to the other and back again until they grew heavy.

A knock on the door startled me sending my already restless heart into overdrive and I rubbed at my eyes.

“Hello?” I called out hoping to hear Marissa’s voice, but I knew it wasn’t her. She wouldn’t have knocked; she would have barged right in and demanded answers.

“Penny, it’s me.”

I squeezed my eyes shut, but my mind betrayed me as an image of Blake’s face filled my head.

Another knock.

“Penny.”

Forcing myself to sit up, I swung my legs over the edge of the bed. He wasn’t going away. Blake—our connection—was something I was going to have to deal with sooner or later, and from Blake’s admissions over the last few days, it seemed that he was making the decision for me.

My legs were like lead as I walked to the door. It swung open and Blake stood there looking at me with such reverence in his eyes I almost crumpled. Maybe I did crumple because, before my head had time to process what was happening, I was in Blake’s arms, and he was holding on to me like he needed me to breathe.

“I’ve missed you so much. I’ve tried to stay away, to give you space, but I can’t. I can’t spend another day feeling like you might slip through my fingers again.”

One of Blake’s hands buried itself in my hair and cradled my head holding me to him. My face pressed up against the collar of his hoodie, and I breathed him in. He smelled familiar, like damp grass and fresh air, of a time when things were less complicated, and my heart ached for us. At that moment, we weren’t two strangers reunited by chance; we were sixteen-year-old Blake and Penny.

 

And we needed each other to survive.

 

 

Heartbreaking but beautiful book about love, survival, and learning to live your life again despite your past!

Penny is a young woman trying to move past the pain of a terrible childhood and taking baby steps to learn how to trust others again, although, she gave up on love long ago. She loved someone years before. He was her security, safety, and showed her what being loved was all about. But, he was ripped away from her shortly before they were to be free from the foster care system they were in. Penny is taking a huge step becoming a counselor at a camp that specializes in helping foster children. She’s hoping not only to help herself but help the children as well. She will get more than she bargained for…her past is about to collide with her present and possibly affect her future when she locks eyes with the man, Blake, that once owned her heart and then crushed it when he left. As the two get to know one another again, those feelings are still there, but will they be able to overcome their pain and possibly have a future together? One thing is certain, it will indeed be a rocky road to happiness!

Penny and Blake were both well-developed and complex characters. Because of that, they both drew me into the story and tugged at my emotions. There were times I wanted to pull Penny in my arms and give her the security and love she deserved, I am a mother. Penny suffered a horrendous loss, and the people who were supposed to love her and help her did nothing except hurt her. Blake was a boy in the same foster home that became her friend and then became more. She gave him her heart even though that was difficult for her. He have her his heart as well, but outside forces pulled them apart. Therefore, Penny protected herself by not feeling any emotions. Going to this camp, not only brought Blake back into her life, but she was able to connect with others as well. I loved seeing her grow into a stronger woman who fought every day to not only survive but live life again. I also loved when Blake decided to make himself happy and not live his life for those around him. They are both characters that will not only forever stay in my mind but also my heart.

L.A. Cotton continues to surprise me. Lucky Penny is different from her other series, and while I love the Chastity Falls series, these characters and this story have a very special place in my heart. Cotton always throws a twist into her books, and this one isn’t any different. At times, the book was emotionally difficult to read, but it was done with sensitivity and love. I loved the hopeful message it delivers. Don’t ever let your past, no matter how painful, dark, or difficult, determine your future or happiness. Take back the control over your past and forge a happy future. I hope others who have endured some of what Penny and Blake did, will find hope and happiness as well. Well done, L.A. Cotton!

Contemporary romance and romantic suspense

… written with feeling

L.A is author of the Fate’s Love Series and Chastity Falls Series. Home is a small town in the middle of England where she currently juggles being a full-time mum to two little people with writing. In her spare time (and when she’s not camped out in front of the laptop) you’ll most likely find L. A immersed in a book, escaping the chaos that is life.

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~ Where You Can Find Me by Fiona Cole Release Blitz + Giveaway ~

Luella King has experienced loss all her life. After losing her parents and the most important person in her life, she hesitates to open up to anyone and instead plays it safe. One night, she throws caution to the wind and gives into her desires with a sexy stranger.

Fearing her sudden and unexpected loss of control, Luella runs away from him. A chance second encounter pushes her to open her eyes and give the stranger a chance. 

There’s something about Jack MacCabe that makes her feel safe enough to lower her guard. Despite how busy he is with his job as a security specialist, they continue to spend more time together and with each date and late night message she finds herself falling in love. 

When a serial killer wreaks havoc on their city, Jack’s dangerously close proximity to the case reignites Luella’s fears of losing someone important to her. Surrendering her fears in order to keep Jack by her side challenges Luella to her limits, while Jack is under pressure to catch the serial killer before it’s too late. 

As Jack and Luella draw closer to one another, the killer closes in on their next victim. Soon Jack and Luella find themselves entrenched in a mystery they never saw coming.

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I never thought I would ever write a book. I wasn’t even really a reader until age twenty. But I picked up a romance novel and that was it for me. I fell in love. And then one day I stepped into this indie world of books and I started writing. Then I wrote enough to keep going. And then I had a book. Sometimes things happen when you least expect it, but it all falls into place. Writing is it for me. 

 

 

I’m a stay at home mom with a degree in chemistry and biology. I LOVE science. If you get me started talking about biochemistry, it’s all over. I’ll rattle on for days! But I use all that knowledge to take care of my two little girls. Mostly while my husband is away being a soldier. 

 

 

It’s taken me a long time to get here, but I like it … And I think I might stay a while.

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Being a cop might be in Anthony Moretti’s blood, but protecting and serving the city
of New York has always been more than just the family business. If that means his love life stays locked up, well then that’s just another sacrifice made in the line of duty. That is, until he sets eyes on the gorgeous new waitress at The Darby Diner and suddenly Anthony’s morning coffee is leaving him a whole lot more hot and bothered than usual.

 

 

Though waitressing at The Darby isn’t exactly Maggie Walker’s dream job, it pays the
bills and gives her time to work on her novel. Now if only she could stop fantasizing about gorgeous Anthony Moretti every time he sits down at her table, she’d really be in great shape. But when he needs her help identifying a criminal threatening The Darby—and Maggie recognizes her ex-husband—she fears her fresh start might be a pipe dream. Faster than a New York minute, Maggie and Anthony find themselves in one perilous pursuit that only gets hotter with each and every rule-breaking kiss.

 

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“I just can’t believe Mags called you Officer,” Vincent said in sham reverent tone. “I don’t know how she missed the nine -hundred and forty- two reminders that you’re a Captain now.”

“Well she damn well should remember,” he muttered. “Is anyone else remembering that she spilled iced -tea all over me at my coronation party?”

“She spilled it on your shoes,” Elena said. “Which were black.”

“Still,” Anth said, glancing around the room this time to make sure she wasn’t with in earshot. “I don’t know why we have to act like she’s a new member of the family when she can’t seem to go a single Sunday without spilling somebody’s breakfast on me. It can’t be an accident every time.”

“Maybe she wants to get your attention. Your humble, pleasantcharming personality is so charming,” Ava said quietly into her coffee mug.

Anth looked at Luc’s girlfriend. “Et tu, Brute?”

Ava winked.

And then his dad leaned back in the booth, folded his arms, and glared at his oldest son. “So tell me again what you’re doing to close in on this Smiley character.”

“Oh my God, he’s like a dog with a bone!” Elena said, throwing her arms up in exasperation, before turning her attention back to her cell phone. “Also, is Nonna texting anyone else? I’ve been getting mucous every five minutes.”

“Yes,” everyone replied at once.

“She just sent me a wWikipedia link on phlegm,” Vincent grumbled.

To say that his grandmother had been upset to miss brunch because of a lingering head cold was an understatement. She’d been punishing them all with updates on her illness.

Anthony glanced at his watch, and mentally counted the minutes until he could relax with a beer and watch the Yankees game.

Of the three sacred things in his life, the New York Yankees had always been a very distant third to family and the Department.

Now he was seriously rethinking his priorities.

Of the three sacred things in his life, the New York Yankees had always been a very a distant third to family and the Department.

Steal Me by Lauren Layne stole my heart…not just the story but the larger than life characters too! This is the second book in the series and is Anthony and Maggie’s story. Anthony is the oldest and most serious of all the Moretti brothers. He’s following in his father’s footsteps; he’s recently made captain on the force, and he has the potential to go all the way up the ladder in the NYPD…but those plans may have hit a snag when an arrogant burglar is making a joke of the police as he continues to leave snarky notes at each scene. He’s proving very hard to catch too. And, there is a complication in the sexy captain’s personal life in the form of the shy waitress, Maggie. She his family’s favorite waitress at the diner they frequent. He can’t get her out of his mind, and not because she’s always dumping food or drinks on him. She stirs feelings inside of him he’s never experienced before. His mind tells him that relationships aren’t possible, but his heart and his desire for her tells him differently. As she becomes a big part in his ongoing case, he realizes she has feelings for him too…so, what will ultimately be the victor…his mind or his heart?

The one thing that draws me into a story is the character development, and Layne’s characters are larger than life…they have their own personalities and made me feel like I was a part of the Moretti clan. Anthony is serious and has to be in control, and there’s nothing I like more than an alpha losing control, especially by a woman! I didn’t much care for Anthony at first, but when I saw his defenses crumble, I fell for him just like Maggie did. I loved Maggie from the very beginning, and I enjoyed seeing her change from an insecure and shy girl to the confident woman who spoke her mind. She was truly the hero of this book! All the secondary characters were as well-developed as Anthony and Maggie. One of my favorites is Nonna…she’s a spunky, independent grandma! Love her!

Seriously, what’s better than a book filled with a loveable family, friends, romance, and steam? Not much! And, add the way Layne described the beginnings of their relationship to reading a book…priceless! This was a great addition to the series, and I can’t wait to catch up with the Moretti’s in the next book, Cuff Me!

 

Lauren Layne is the USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary romance.

 

Prior to becoming an author, Lauren worked in e-commerce and web-marketing. In 2011, she and her husband moved from Seattle to New York City, where Lauren decided to pursue a full-time writing career. It took six months to get her first book deal (despite ardent assurances to her husband that it would only take three). Since then, Lauren’s gone on to publish ten books, including the bestselling Stiletto series, with several more on the way in 2015.

 

Lauren currently lives in Chicago with her husband and spoiled Pomeranian. When not writing, you’ll find her at happy hour, running at a doggedly slow pace, or trying to straighten her naturally curly hair.

 

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~ Iconic (Adrenaline Series #6) by Xavier Neal Release Blitz + Review ~

Title: Iconic 

Author: Xavier Neal 
Genre: Romance 

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Infamous McCoy brother Madden, has had a life time of burying secrets and brothers. He’s denied himself the right to picture a better life, especially with the long legged, foul mouth girl he’s loved since he was six. When the inevitable moment to take down the Drug Lord responsible for much of his pain approaches, will Madden just become one more headstone in their graveyard or will he rise to the occasion and become Iconic?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Wow!!! Xavier Neal has taken us on an unforgettable, heart pounding ride yet again! Iconic is the book in the series that I have been waiting on with since I first met the McCoy brothers in the very first book in the series. This one is Madden’s book; he is the oldest of the McCoy brothers and has shouldered all the responsibilities of keeping his brothers safe. He’s now on the mission to bring down the villain, The Devil, once and for all and bring an end to the pain and suffering this drug lord has brought to his family. If he does, will he finally get his own HEA? Or, will he find himself in the same place some of his family has…the graveyard?

Madden had me under his spell from the very first book, even though that book was about his youngest brother, Merrick. He’s always been a strong personality, and Neal as made that evident throughout the entire series. Madden has done some illegal things to make sure he provided for his family, but as all of us know, bad things come back and wreak havoc in your life when you make bad decisions. Even though he’s walked on the wrong side of the law, I always knew he had a good heart! And, my heart continued to break for him as he lost more of his family and himself to that life. He’s denied himself the chance for happiness all his life, especially where his love, Knox, was concerned. He’s been in love with her since childhood but never acted on it even as she spent her life devoted to him and watched his revolving door of women. Finally, he’s opening that door to her, and I sat on the edge of my seat waiting to see if he finally got that happiness he so deserved. Knox, what can I say about her??? She’s a fighter, has a foul mouth, and even though she’s loved Madden all her life, she spends just as much time wanting to beat the crap out of him. At times, I couldn’t blame her. On the surface, she’s tough and hard, but she loyal, and she loves passionately and fiercely. She devoted to the Madden family even though she isn’t related by blood, and I loved her relationship with her grandmother. The two of them are unstoppable as a couple. Each brought out the softer side of each other and evened out their sharp edges.

The Adrenaline Series is fast paced, thrilling, and full of steamy sex! Sometimes in books, one can overpower the other, but Neal has perfected balancing both in her books that make them addictive. I have purposely not written much about what takes place because I don’t want to spoil anything. If you haven’t met the McCoy family, what are you waiting for? I promise once you become a part the family, you will never forget them! Buckle up because it will be a thoroughly bumpy and enjoyable ride!

 

 

 

 

 

Xavier Neal lives in Texas where she spends her time getting lost in writing, reading, or fandoms she recently discovered. Whether she is enjoying books or movies, she continues finding inspiration at every turn to bring more exciting stories to life. She also enjoys eating cupcakes, watching Netflix, and pretending to have Oprah interview her!

 

 

 

 

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~ REVIEW: A Lover’s Lament by K.L. Grayson & BT Urruela ~

In a matter of seconds my entire world changed, and it was in that moment that I stopped living and simply began to exist.

In my grief, I sent a letter to the first boy I ever loved. I hoped in writing it I’d find some peace from the nightmare I was living, some solace in my anger.

I didn’t expect him to write back. I wasn’t prepared for his words, and I certainly wasn’t ready for the impact this soldier would have on my life. A deep-rooted hate transformed into friendship, and then molded into a love like I’d never known before.

Sergeant Devin Ulysses Clay did what I couldn’t: he put the shattered pieces of my heart back together, restoring my faith in humanity and teaching me how to live again.

But now that I’m whole, I have a decision to make. Do I return to my life as I knew it and the fiancé I left behind, or do I walk away from it all for the only man to ever break my heart?

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I’ve been living in hell, but you won’t hear me complain.

These men depend on me, as I do them, and this brotherhood is the only family I’ve ever known.

The Army saved me from a callous mother and a life on the wrong side of the tracks that was quickly spiraling out of control. So unlike most of the men in my platoon, going home wasn’t something I longed for.

I was content overseas, spending my days defending this country that gave me my life back. Fighting became my new normal … until her.

A letter from Katie Devora—a letter that I almost didn’t open. Her words put a fire back inside of me that I didn’t know I’d lost. She gave me hope during a time when I was fighting every day just to stay alive, and now it’s time I fight for her.

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I’m not quite sure how to express how much I LOVED this book except to say it’s one of the most beautiful and emotional books I’ve had the pleasure to read! It’s a story that perfectly illustrates the meaning of unconditional love and not wavering in that love no matter what life decides to throw your way.

I will only give a short synopsis of the book, as I don’t want to spoil anything for those readers who haven’t had the chance to read it. Katie and Devin were best friends, and then realized as teenagers they were in love with each other. However, the two came from two very different backgrounds. Katie was very fortunate to have loving, supportive parents. Devin’s mother was an addict who did everything in her power to tear her son down. Eventually, those two different backgrounds separated the two lovers. Katie was devastated as was Devin, and there was never any closure. But, life went on for both of them. Katie has suffered a horrible loss, and she isn’t dealing well with it. Her therapist advises her to participate in a pen pal program with soldiers in the Middle East. Little does she know her life is about to change in unimaginable ways…she will be reunited with Devin. As the two correspond with each other, old feelings that never died re-surface. Will they be able to get their HEA this time?

Katie and Devin are characters that I will never forget! They are realistic and full of flaws, but I loved them anyway. Her pain is so incredibly raw in the beginning of the book that my heart hurt for her. Devin pulled me into his emotions as well when I witnessed the horrible aspects of war as he did and when he suffered losses. The writing was so incredibly descriptive of his time in the Middle East. I could feel the oppressive heat and hear the gunshots and weapons. The secondary characters were very well-developed and complex as well. In fact, they added to the story.

Military romances are my favorites, but this book is different for me. It will forever stand out among the others I have read. The love story between the two is one of the main aspects of the book, but it also gives readers an insight into what our military is doing over there and the incredible sacrifices they make. It was unreal seeing some of those things through Devin’s eyes. It gave me more of an understanding of what they face when they return home.

Again, I don’t think I can come up with the right words to express how wonderful this book truly was. K.L Langston and BT Urruela make one heck of a writing team. Thank you both so much for not only a beautiful, emotional romance but also for giving me a better understanding of the true sacrifice our women and men in uniform and their families give our wonderful country! I am anxiously awaiting the next book in the series.

~ Psychosis: A Matthew Hosea Fanfiction Novella by Marie James & Gina Sevani Cover Reveal ~

COVER REVEAL: PSYCHOSIS: A MATTHEW HOSEA FANFICTION NOVELLA BY MARIE JAMES & GINA SEVANI

RELEASE DATE: DECEMBER 20, 2015 (available now for preorder)

All Proceeds from Sales will go to Patriots of America and then distributed to the family Matthew has chosen.

Louisiana born – Tennessee raised, sweet talking country boy Matthew Hosea is now the new panty-melting heart throb model of the Author World. He’s steals many hearts with his sexy voice and muscular body. Matthew spends his days staying extremely busy between being Active Duty Navy, a Nutrition Sales Representative, and a part-time Bouncer at the local bar. Not to mention the two-a-day gym visits. He has no time for women to take permanent residence in his life. The last thing he needs on top of such a crazy ass schedule is drama.

Leia Walker has had nothing but a troubled chaotic life. Sometimes it’s hard for her to stick to reality when fantasy is much more pleasurable. Besides, it’s easier to control. Temptation is hard for Leia to fight; it’s constantly dangling right in front of her. She spends her time hanging out in the shadows waiting for the perfect man; her eyes are set on Matthew Hosea, the new, inked model taking the world by storm. The connection she feels is undeniable. Matthew’s the perfect man for her; he just doesn’t know it yet.

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 Marie James

Marie James, full-time working mother of two boys and wife of 11 years. I’ve spent almost my entire lifetime living in central Texas, with only short stays in South Carolina, Alabama, and Florida. I’ve always wanted to write novels and just recently had the gumption to sit down and start one. My passions include reading everything under the sun and sewing.

Psychosis is the 5th book I’ve released with another release planned in January of 2016. This FanFiction started off as just a simple idea and has turned into an amazing way to help a little girl who’s battling cancer! Matthew has been gracious enough to allow us to portray him in this story and have a little fun with it!

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 Gina Sevani was born and raised in beautiful South Carolina. She learned quickly that

she had mad love for reading romance, paranormal and everything in between.

One night, as she was trying to fall asleep fictional characters popped into her head and would not leave. Day after day she was running dialogue and creating stories while trying to perform daily tasks. Those amazing characters wanted to be heard.

As time passed, she kept them at bay convinced she didn’t have the ability to be an “Author”. But late one night, she sat down at the computer, deciding to see if her characters could come to life on the pages. When she finally took a deep breath, thousands of words filled the pages. Those incredible words gave her the courage she needed. They lead to both of her novels, Beautifully Damaged and Beautifully Devoted.

~ REVIEW: Encore (The Back-Up #3) by AM Madden ~

Warning: This book is meant for mature readers who are 18+. It contains explicit language, and graphic sexual content.

You’ve read Back-up, you’ve read Front & Center, and you want an encore?
Jack and Leila have had to deal with some devious nonsense in their lives. But now, life is real good.
Find out what they’ve been up to. Travel into the future with Jack, Leila and all their friends. Put to rest your questions of “What happened to…”

If you are looking for heartbreak, angst or drama, look elsewhere. Encore is meant to produce a long and breathy sigh.

I hope you enjoyed the journey of these amazing people half as much as I enjoyed creating it.

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Fantastic addition to the one of my favorite series EVER!!! I have so much I want to write about this book, but I can’t….I don’t want to spoil anything for those readers who haven’t read this one yet. There is so much going on, not with just Jack and Leila, but some of the other characters as well.

Encore is a somewhat read than the others so far, but I loved it! This one was told from not just Jack and Leila’s POV, but several different characters, like Evan and Lori. I will admit in some books that can be overwhelming and cause the story to lose some of its magic, but that is not true for Encore. I love the way in which A.M. Madden used her mad writing skills to make the book even better. I was able to get to know these characters on a deeper level, and I felt so much more deeply connected with them. It was like I was catching up with old friends, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

I will only give you some very small hints about some of the things going on with the characters. You will see some characters who are now engaged, ones that are married, pregnancies and new babies, and even a possible divorce. I found myself falling even more in love with the characters, and I didn’t think that was possible, but it did happen. Of course, my favorite couple, Jack and Leila, have some issues that rear their heads, but it only proves to make them stronger together. The icing on the cake for me is that Trey now has his own book, and I can’t wait to see what makes my sexy, somewhat naughty boy tick! Now, that is going to be not just good but great! Thank you, A.M. Madden, for another great rocker romance!

~ Endure (The Evolve Series) by S.E. Hall Blog Tour + Giveaway ~

Title: Endure
Author: S.E. Hall
Series: The Evolve Series
Genre: New Adult
Release Date: November 24

 

Our vessel may have cracks and dings, tatters in its sail, and sometimes takes on water… but it still cuts through the waves with authority.

Because of its Crew – bonded for life.

Unsinkable.

Will this be our final voyage… or just the beginning of a new chapter in our lives.

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Endure, the fourth book in the Amazon Best Selling Evolve Series by S.E. Hall, can be read following Emerge, Embrace, Entangled (novella) and Entice.

Strong sexual content – mature audiences recommended.

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“Well hop to it, your holiness. I’m itching to kiss my wife!”

His enthusiasm is as humorous as it is recognizable. There’s no feeling in the world comparable—the impatience to begin the rest of your life with that one person—the only woman in the world who turns you into a blundering fool, no matter who’s watching. The need to touch her so great, you’ll babble your way through an argument, with a man of God, no matter who’s listening.

He loves her. Without reason or restriction.

Unashamedly.

 

 

 

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S.E. Hall, lover of all things anticipation and romance, is the author of The Evolve Series: Emerge, Embrace, Entangled, Entice, Baby Mama Drama and now, Endure! She’s also written the Finally Found novels Pretty Instinct and Pretty Remedy. Her co-written works include The Provocative Professions Collection: Stirred Up, Packaged and Handled, One Naughty Night and the standalone, full-length novel Matched with Angela Graham as well as Conspire, a romantic suspense with Erin Noelle.

S.E. resides in Arkansas with her husband of 19 years and 3 daughters of the home. When not writing or reading, she can be found “enthusiastically cheering” on one of her girls’ softball games.

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~ REVIEW: With Visions of Red (Broken Bonds #2) by Trisha Wolfe ~

This is a dark erotic thriller intended for adult audiences.

The UNSUB has made contact.

After a rapid string of grisly murders shakes the usually peaceful city of Arlington, Virginia, the sadistic killings of young women lull into a deceptive calm. Agent Sadie Bonds knows the terror isn’t over; serial killers don’t stop until caught.

And this sadist has targeted the profiler, revealing pieces of her dark past and weaving her secrets into each gruesome crime scene. Is the killer someone from Sadie’s past, her present? Or is he part of a fated future she brought on herself? The answer lies within the riddle of the copycat killings, ones mimicked after the infamous Blood Countess.

As tension brews in the department awaiting the UNSUB’s next move, Sadie’s more than on edge—her deviant cravings for the possible perpetrator have ratcheted out of control. She needs the feel of Colton’s ropes binding her, sheltering her from stark reality.

Only Colton Reed has his own twisted secrets that threaten to unravel not only Sadie as they come to light, but the UNSUB’s carefully constructed web now entangling both the profiler and her sexy bondage rigger.

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This book was beyond phenomenal! I thought Book 1 in the series was great, but this one was even better! It’s one of my top picks for 2015!!!

The book picks up pretty much where Book 1 ended, with many people under suspicion for being the depraved serial killer. Most of the book is the pursuit of finding the killer before he kills more. There are some steamy sex scenes, but again, it was more than just sex. They are erotic, yet very beautiful and emotional. It’s more than just two bodies connecting, but two damaged souls finally finding their other half. Readers will also get a deeper look into Sadie’s, Colton’s, and the UNSUB’s pasts, and they are somehow connected to one another, but readers don’t know how yet. As some of my questions were answered, more came up. What is Colton hiding? Can he finally free Sadie from her horrific past? And of course, who in the world is this vicious, yet highly intelligent killer? Is there more than one? Who will survive?

Trisha Wolfe is a genius!!!! This series is so dark yet so beautiful…it’s all in the way she writes…it’s not just words, it elicits all sorts of emotion, almost like poetry! Her UNSUB actually describes her writing for me when he talks about his game and his victims or pets as he likes to call them. For example, he says, “building tension is what transforms a good story into a great one,” and Trisha Wolfe has mastered the art of using tension to make this not a good book but a GREAT ONE!!! I couldn’t flip the pages fast enough. And, one other weapon in her arsenal is the twists she throws in. Again, using the UNSUB’S words, “a great story needs a twist, once your characters are in place, that’s when it’s time to flip a switch,” and my God did Wolfe flip a switch at the end with that cliffhanger. AWESOME!!!! I cannot wait to see Wolfe’s “final production” in the last book which is now available, thank God, I don’t have to wait for it!!!

~ REVIEW: Breeze (Southern Rock Lyrics Series #1) by Ashley Hampton ~

Dr. Hannah Walker is starting her first year as a Visiting Professor at Thurston University. A graduate of Thurston, she’s familiar with the town, has friends, and is waiting on her perfect job to open at Wilmington College. She’s run from every serious relationship she’s had in pursuit of her career goals.

Igor Finley recently moved back to his hometown after his last military deployment and discharge because of his PTSD. He’s returning to Thurston University for his degree, so he can provide for his two young children.

There were fireworks when the two met, but will they be able to keep them out of the classroom? Will Hannah stay in Thurston once she realizes her feelings, or will she be carried away like a Breeze towards her career goals?

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Great debut novel by Ashley Hampton! Hannah is a psychology professor who has dreams of becoming a professor in Wilmington, NC at Wilmington College. In the meantime, she enjoys her job, and she has an awesome groups of friends who are like family. Her life goals are moving in the right direction until she meets Igor Finley. Let me tell you Finley is not a hunchback. He’s gorgeous, but he’s had a rough time of it lately. He is a veteran dealing with PTSD after his time at war and is a single father after his wife left him. He’s is a college student trying to provide for his daughter and son. If you guessed that his teacher is Hannah, you would be correct. However, this isn’t your typical forbidden romance between a teacher and student. The two realize they have a lot more in common than they ever imagined, but there seems to be so many reasons why their romance shouldn’t work, but can you ever stop fate when she has you in her sights?

I really connected with Finley and Hannah. Both were incredibly realistic, which is the reason I connected so well with them. I fell in love with Finley and not just for his incredible sex appeal…man was he hot! His integrity and honor added to his hotness. He’s been through so much, but instead of giving up, he works harder to be better for his children. Thank you, Ashley Hampton, for giving us a hero not just on the battlefield but at home too and showing us that fathers are just as capable as women to be incredible parents. I loved Hannah’s character most of the time. She wasn’t just beautiful but intelligent as well. I was irritated at times with her tendency to run when she got scared, but in the end, she redeemed herself. I also loved the secondary characters too. They really added a deeper level to the book.

The storyline was fast paced. The two fell pretty fast for each other, but they didn’t fall straight into bed…I liked that. Don’t get me wrong, there was incredible sexual chemistry throughout the book. The book doesn’t end in a cliffhanger, but there were questions I wanted answers to, especially where Finley’s ex-wife was concerned. But, those answers may be given to me in the next book which is a novella about the couple. I’m also curious to find out about other characters and their stories. I can’t wait to read more in the series. Great debut, and I have to add, I love the reference to Lynyrd Skynyrd concerning Hannah’s nickname, Breeze!