I’ve already found a few that I hadn’t heard of before but that sound AWESOME. YAY!!!! So excited!! Okay like… What If (that one to the left). Well, to be fair, I DID know about this one’s upcoming release, and it sounds SO good! A doppelgänger? With secrets!??
Oh and these REALLY have my attention (these are the ones I just “discovered” today): Sway —> They TOTALLY bond, and I guess bad things are discovered and they have to split… but: “one realization becomes clear: they’ve both fallen hard for the absolute wrong person, which leaves both scrambling for a way to make it right.” YES YES!! I wanna know what that means!! And this one: The Rules Regarding Gray (she… umm… “interacts” with her boyfriend’s best friend with his permission? And the best friend begins falling for her…) YIKES!!! AND!! This one —> Wild Ride (she’s escaping her ex-biker-boyfriend, and gets picked right back up by another biker…). Oh!! And A Natural Act <— an MMA fighter/med student that helps an abused woman but doesn’t want to get involved with her… sounds like it’s for ME!!! 😀
P.S. Let me know if I’m missing any or if you loved any (from this list or elsewhere).
BARGAINS (NOTE: bargain priced when I added them, but prices can change on Amazon, so make sure to check before you finalize your order).
- All Lined Up: A Rusk University Novel by Cora Carmack <— Aimee found it on sale! “As if going to the same college as her football-star ex wasn’t bad enough, her father, a phenom in Texas’s world of high school coaching, has decided to make the jump to college ball . . . as the new head coach at Rusk University. Dallas finds herself in the shadows of her father and football all over again.“
- All She Wants by Anna Cruise <— Aimee found us this deal today! PARTY SORORITY GIRL! “Her plans are cut short, however, when she’s forced to babysit Stuart Woodcock, the Neanderthal-like humanitarian coming to town for a sorority-sponsored speaking engagement. But when Stuart arrives, he’s nothing like the pictures she’s seen. He’s all kinds of hotness—and all kinds of Annika’s type of guy.”
- Picture Perfect (Limelight Book 2) by Elisabeth Grace <— Can be read as a standalone! “Playboy entrepreneur Landon Steele has built a successful entertainment PR firm and broken more than a few hearts along the way. He’s counting on his enthusiastic new assistant to help him expand his business into LA… until he discovers she’s a pampered rich girl who’s in the public spotlight as much as his famous clients. Still, he agrees to give her a chance, and soon the two are heating up the bedroom as well as the boardroom.“
- Pieces Of You & Me (Book 1 of 2) by Pamela Ann <— Aimee found us this one! Oh this sounds like fun! They hate each other!! “Olivia Taylor’s life turned upside down when she found out her mother was moving into her boyfriend’s home. The glitch? The boyfriend had a son named Greyson–the guy she loathed more than anything.“
- Bright Side by Kim Holden <— I’m bringing this one back, ’cause it’s still making waves, and so many of us (including me) LOVED it. Plus it’s bargain priced! (my review)
- High Stakes (Vittorio Crime Family #1) by Vanessa Waltz <— Stephanie found us these!!
- Double Blind (Vittorio Crime Family #2) by Vanessa Waltz <— and this one was just recently released!
- Licentious by Jen Cousineau <— Oooh I wonder how this one’s gonna play out. She feels like she’s dying (tragic past that destroyed her) and he’s a cold-blooded killer… “When Josephine and Aléssandro’s paths collide, their fates try to intervene and save each other. But can they be saved? Will the secrets they keep and the betrayals they are faced with destroy what they share? Or does love truly conquer all?“
- Reed’s Reckoning by Ahren Sanders <— Linda recommends it! “I’m 68% into Reed’s Reckoning and so love this story. Highly recommend!!!”
PARANORMAL
- Darkly Dreaming: A Five Book Fantasy Romance Anthology by Grace Draven, Danielle Monsch, Kristen Painter, Cate Rowan, Elizabeth Hunter
- Images Eternal (The Shoalman Chronicles Book 1) by Toni Decker
- Mind Sweeper (Mind Sweeper Series Book 1) by AE Jones
- Storm Mistress (Others of Seattle Book 2) by Brandy L Rivers
- Hell On Heels: Book Three The Hot Damned Series by Robyn Peterman
- The Night Visitor by Dianne Emley
- Burning Desire: Part 2 (Dark Kings) by Donna Grant
- Between Two Worlds Bundle by Deidre Knight, Robin D. Owens, Kerry Schafer
- Dianthe’s Awakening (A Dia Mclearey Novel Book 2) by J.B. Miller
- Dark Roses: Eight Paranormal Romance Novels by P.T. Michelle, Trisha Leigh, Anthea Sharp, Terah Edun, Lola St. Vil, Sarra Cannon, Cameron Jace, Erica Cope
- Thirst: Tales of Vampire Romance Boxed Set by Shirl Anders, Yvonne Anthony, Anita Dobs, Carl East, Claudia D. Christian, Skye Eagleday, J.E. Keep, M. Keep, Lisa Carlisle
- High Moon (A F.R.E.A.K.S. Squad Investigation Series Book 4) by Jennifer Harlow
- Siren’s Song (The Gray Court) by Dana Marie Bell
- Outfoxed by Love (Kodiak Point Book 2) by Eve Langlais
CONTEMPORARY
- What If by Rebecca Donovan <— Intriguing!!! A doppelgänger? “She looks exactly like Cal’s shy childhood crush, but her name is Nyelle Preston and she has no idea who he is. This girl is impulsive and daring, her passion for life infectious. The complete opposite of Nicole. Cal finds himself utterly fascinated-and falling hard. But Nyelle is also extremely secretive. And the closer he comes to finding out what she’s hiding, the less he wants to know.“
- Every Time I Think of You by Tracey Garvis-Graves <— I’ve loved TWO of this authors standalone books already, and she just released another one today! “Brooks is all business, but the more time he spends with Daisy DiStefano, the more invested he becomes; there’s something about a single mother, a defenseless child, and an unsolved crime that has stirred Brooks’s protective instincts like nothing ever has before.“
- Tidal Falls (Wounded Hearts Book 1) by Jacquie Biggar <— She’s on the run from her ex and then… “Nick Kelley needed escape from the memories that haunted him. He wanted to just be left alone. So what was it about his reticent neighbor and her child that tempted him to give it up?”
- Forgiving Jackson (The Brothers of Beauford Bend) by Alicia Hunter Pace <— COUNTRY STAR HEARTTHROB!
- Hot Pursuit 1 (A Romantic Suspense Series) by Jennifer Zane <— MOB ROMANCE
- Irreparably Broken (The Broken Series Book 1) by Heather D’Agostino
- Losing Streak (The Lane) by Kristine Wyllys <— “These days when Rosie walks the Lane, it’s on the orders of the man who owns it. The man who owns her—Joshua King. A bet gone wrong ties her to him, serving as the collateral Brandon didn’t have.”
- Hunted (Dividing Line #7) (Dividing Line Series) by Heather Atkinson
- The Cattleman (Sons of Texas Book 2) by Anna Jeffrey
- A Natural Act (Contradictions) by R. J. Sable <— MMA FIGHTER helps an abused woman… “Intent on helping her escape her abusive partner, Craig does all he can to help her get back on her feet but that’s where the help stops. He can offer her friendship and nothing more. He’s barely balancing his medical career with his family life and, with MMA-titles to uphold, the last thing he needs is an extra complication.” Not a great cover, but if done right, this one sounds up my alley!
- Sway by Amy Matayo <— Okay I AM INTRIGUED!! He helps her after a bar fight… “It doesn’t take long to realize their connection is intense, but after only a handful of dates, a shocking revelation surfaces. Lines are drawn, sides are taken, and loyalties are decided as their newfound relationship is brought to a sudden halt. But unlike most couples who split, avoiding each other is impossible. As daily interactions become unbearable, one realization becomes clear: they’ve both fallen hard for the absolute wrong person, which leaves both scrambling for a way to make it right.“
- The Intern Serials: Complete Box Set by Brooke Cumberland <— “Grab the entire bestselling INTERN Serials all in one complete set! Volumes 1-3, including After the Internship”
- Heart of Texas Series Volume 1: Lonesome Cowboy\Texas Two-Step\Caroline’s Child by Debbie Macomber
- Love and Chaos: A Growing Pains Novel by K.F. Breene
- Fading Magic (Ink Book 5) by Holly Hood
- McCade’s Wish (The McCade Family Series Book 2) by Mara McBain
- Into the Flames (Out of the Ashes Book 2) by S.M. Lynn
- Restricted Volume 1 (Restricted Series) by Ashley Suzanne
- The Rules Regarding Gray by Elizabeth Finn <— EEEEEEP!! LOVE triangle alert!! Oh this one’s gonna hurt (and I mean romantic-angst hurt)!! “Jasper isn’t a man with many boundaries, and “sharing” a woman with his best friend is hardly a new endeavor. But the moment he meets Gracelynn he realizes she’s different. She leaves him feeling alive in a way he’s not used to, and for the first time in his life, he understands what it means to be wanted… Cherished… And he needs more… But there are rules—rules that forbid Jasper from truly having her…“
- Holding Out for a Superhero: A Multi-Author Box Set by Nana Malone, V.J. Chambers , June Gray, Joni Hahn
- Courage: A Collection of 10 Full Length Bestselling Novels by J.L. Berg, L.A. Casey, Kirsty Moseley, Erin Noelle, Tess Oliver, Kate Perry, Aurora Rose Reynolds, Julie A. Richman, Hilary Storm, Pepper Winters <— “Ten amazing authors have come together to bring you this anthology of ten full length novels with all proceeds will go to Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Courage is only available for a limited time.”
- Danger and Desire: Ten Full-Length Steamy Romantic Suspense Novels by Pamela Clare, Katie Reus, Amber Lin, Carolyn Crane, Kaylea Cross, Dianna Love, Norah Wilson, Dee J. Adams, VK Sykes, Misty Evans
- Owned by Him: An Alpha Male Boxed Set by Laurelin Paige, Kendall Ryan, Emma Hart, Clare James <— Four full length novels for one low price!
- Shattered Bonds: Book Seven of Wicked Play by Lynda Aicher <— BDSM CLUB!
- Searching for Forever by Emily Smith <— LOVE TRIANGLE? “Dr. Natalie Jenner’s life is going exactly according to plan. She has the house, the family, and the perfect job. On paper, she has it all. But when she meets Charlie Thompson, the charming young paramedic, that perfect life is shaken inside out.“
- Breaking Hammer (Motorcycle Club Romance) (Inferno Motorcycle Club Book 3) by Sabrina Paige <— BIKER BOOK ALERT!! He’s suffering the loss of his wife (and betrayal of his MC) and then… “Meia belongs to another man – a human trafficker with unlimited political connections and power, who ensures her loyalty by holding someone she loves in his grasp. Love is not part of Meia’s destiny.”
- The Certainty of Violet & Luke (The Coincidence Series Book 5) by Jessica Sorensen
- Bad Things by Varian Krylov <— DARK READ ALERT!!! “…driven by a festering rage against the men who attacked his sister a decade ago, Xavier has developed a taste for a different kind of hunt and conquest: stalking men who do truly bad things and punishing the predators he sniffs out. The problem with vigilante justice, though, is sometimes the man in your trap is innocent.“
- As the Dawn Breaks by Erin Noelle <— “I’ve flown halfway across the globe to watch the love of my life marry the love of hers.” Awwwwww. My heart!
- His Rebel Bride (Brothers in Arms Book 3) by Shayla Black & Shelley Bradley <— a historical romance!
- Mine To Have (Mine – Romantic Suspense Book 5) by Cynthia Eden
- Nyght’s Eve (The Breakers’ Bad Boys Book 2) by Laurie Roma
- A Calculated Risk by Joan Chandler
- Romancing My Love (Love in Bloom: The Bradens) Contemporary Romance by Melissa Foster
- From Summer and Fall by Alora Kate <— best friends in love with best friends… (one of the best friend’s brother… and a player).
- Tainted Love Collection by Marley Gibson, Chris Marie Green, Beth Cornelison
- Raced: (Reading Companion to the bestselling Driven Series) (The Driven Trilogy Book 4) by K. Bromberg
- Full Disclosure (A Nice Guys Novel Book 2) by Kindle Alexander <— M/M romance!!!
- Melancholy (Jokers’ Wrath MC Book 2) by Bella Jewel <— BIKER BOOK ALERT! “They want each other – they’re just too stubborn to admit it. Heat, lust and sassy natures will have them fighting against what’s real. She’s feisty, he’s stubborn. But everything will change the moment she gets her first taste of the rugged, broody biker. There’s one problem with this story…Maddox has a secret.“
- Total Immersion: A Club Ecstasy Novella by Alice Gaines <— “When Adam, manager of Club Ecstasy and Susan’s former boyfriend, realizes he’s going to have to share her, he thinks he’ll lose his mind with jealousy. But instead of making him envious, watching her with another man turns him on like mad…“
- Control: A Shamed Novel by Laura Marie Altom <— “Never again. Fleeing her hometown to escape an abusive marriage, Ella Patton swears she has surrendered to a man for the last time. But while living under a new name, she meets a kind, handsome stranger who seems different—and will be moving on soon, making Ella reckless enough to break her rules. With a kiss, the stranger opens the door to desires Ella believed she would never know. Then he makes an unexpected proposal.”
- Risking It All by JM Stewart <— girl next door/best friends…
- Honeymoon Hotel by Hester Browne
- Hemy (Walk Of Shame #2) by Victoria Ashley <— Jean liked #1 and was excited about this one’s release!!
- BRAVE. Episode Four – The Color of Love (The BRAVE Series Book 4) (BRAVE. The Color of…) by Melissa Shaw
- Caught in the Act: Book Two: Independence Falls by Sara Jane Stone
- The Mulleins of Katherine Bay by Shirley Wine
- Illicit Desire (Illicit Love Book 1) by Taylor Michaels <— CARTEL LORD ALERT!! “When she’s mugged, Raphael Ortiz rescues her. He’s sexy, successful, and dangerous—Miami’s most eligible bachelor and it’s most elusive. A cartel lord who lives on the wrong side of the law, with only a veneer of respectability. He is the exact opposite of a clean slate, and he makes no apologies for wanting her…“
- Forever Starts Tonight (Loving on the Edge Series) by Roni Loren <— “Two dominant men, one beautiful woman. Jace Austin knows he doesn’t have what you’d call a conventional relationship with Evan and Andre, but it works. Boy, does it work–until Evan starts acting strangely and Andre’s ex-fiancée pops back into his life, unbalancing a perfectly happy threesome.“
- The Cottage Next Door by Natasha Moore
- Truth or Dare: A Dare to Love Novel by Mira Lyn Kelly
- Sinful Rewards 3: A Billionaires and Bikers Novella by Cynthia Sax
- My Heart to Fear by Lulu Astor
- Afternoon Delight by Anne Calhoun
- Meet Me In the Middle (A Meet Me Romance Novella Book 3) by Kelly Collins
- Behind the Altar: Behind the Love Trilogy by P.C. Zick
- The Affair: Week 1 by Beth Kery
- The Secret of You by Victoria Connelly
- Burning Desire (The Flyboy Trilogy Book 2) by G.L. Ross
- Robert’s Soul: A Quidell Brothers Novel by Kris Austen Radcliffe <— “Graduate school promises Rob the opportunity to shed his bad boy reputation. For Isa, the opportunity to crash in her brother’s apartment offers a moment of stability. They never expected to find each other.“
- Rock Angel (Rock Angel Series Book 1) by Jeanne Bogino <— ROCK STAR STORY
- Hollywood Princess by Dana Aynn Levin
- Beautiful Skin by Shara Azod
- Tempted (Playing the Edge Book 1) by Susan Arden <— School teacher / Billionaire ALERT!
- Seduced (Playing the Edge Book 2) by Susan Arden
- A Convenient Arrangement: The Italian’s Wife\The Spanish Groom (Harlequin Feature Author) by Lynne Graham <— “Holly Sansom has hit rock bottom. She has no way to care for herself or her eight-month-old son. Then a chance encounter with handsome CEO Rio Lombardi changes everything. Suddenly she’s living in luxury, and if she accepts Rio’s proposal, all her worries will be forever behind her. But is it really the perfect life if she doesn’t have his love?“
- Hunted (True Alpha 3) by Alisa Woods
- Sasha’s Demons (The Dilemma Series Book 2) by T.L Smith
- All I Need by Scarlett Metal
- Wild Ride: Invitation To Eden (Ready To Ride) by Opal Carew <— BIKER BOOK ALERT!!!! “…she can’t escape the man from her past. As he’s closing in on her, a passing stranger on a motorcycle pulls up and orders her onto his bike. Frightened and willing to take any chance to flee her dangerous ex, she does as he says…”
- Pleasure Point: Invitation to Eden (San Francisco Dom Series Book 3) by Eden Bradley
- Solitaire by Lindsay McKenna
- Tempting Gifts: A Castle Mountain Lodge Romance by Elena Aitken
- Saddles and Sin (Lonesome Point Texas Book 2) by Jessie Evans <— Up and coming country star…
- The Courage to Dare (The Man in the Arena Book 1) by Taylor Lee
- Tall, Dark and Paranormal: 10 Thrilling Tales of Sexy Alpha Bad Boys by Stephanie Julian, Lori Handeland, Opal Carew, Laura Kaye, Caridad Pineiro, Sara Humphreys, Judi Fennell, Paige Tyler, Terry Spear, Randi Alexander
- Reasonable Doubt Full Series (Episodes 1, 2, & 3) by Whitney Gracia Williams
- Captured Boxed Set: 9 Alpha Bad-Boys Who Will Capture Your Heart by Opal Carew, Cathryn Fox, Eve Langlais, T. J. Michaels, Teresa Morgan, Sharon Page, Mandy Rosko, S. E. Smith, Pepper Winters <— “We’ve included a real mix of stories, from light & funny to dark & sinister, contemporary to paranormal.“
- Hello Love by Karen McQuestion
- Apolonia by Jamie McGuire <— expected release date October 6th 2014
I want all 4 books listed in your first two paragraphs! Also, really want Bad Things…. I’ve never read anything by Varian Krylov and I remember seeing someone comment that they were excited about this one!
I also had to 1-click Courage…. love when authors do this and all proceeds go to a good cause… it was a no-brainer for me!
Now what the heck do I read next……
Oh and Hemy (Walk of Shame #2) came out…. don’t remember seeing it on your lists, but been waiting for his story! Sorry if you already listed it somewhere!
A new Rebecca Donovan book! That will the new Tracey Garvis-Graves has made my day!
…with the new…oops sorry! I was so excited I could not form correct words apparently. Sway looks good too.
Gah! Lemme put Hemy up! Thanks for reminding me Jean!!
LOL Michelle!! Happens to me all the time…
I know Michelle! I was excited to see something new by Rebecca Donovan too!
No problem Maryse! It’s the least I can do with all you do for us!!!!!
Daaaang, this week is full of love triangles, bikers and dark sex! I’m with Jean…those four books you noted look like they might give the *oomph* that we love, and I am eyeing Searching For Forever as well. A hot, young paramedic? Oh, heck yeah!! *waggling eyebrows*
I’m reading The Madam (VIP 2), and I have to say the author is doing a good job so far of making me actually feel for a character that I *really* didn’t like in the first one! 😀
Actually, I should say dark and *unconventional* sex. 😉
Yay!!! Been waiting on the next Walk of Shame book! Also, I’ve read all of the books in the Courage Anthology & they are ALL 5-star reads. I’m tempted to buy it just so I’ll have all those great books in one place.
Six Of Hearts by L H Cosway is also on sale price of $99.
I can’t wait to read this one.
WICH ONE ARE YOU PICKING MARYSE
????
Oh Amy, are you still talking to me? I assume you hated Translucent since you never said anything…. Haha and hey that’s okay! Bright Side is on sale today and I am “this close” to 1-clicking for when I’m in the mood for that crying, blubbering, sobbing read!
What is everyone gong to read next….this list is overwhelming!
Almost done with My Familiar Stranger. I am really enjoying it Michelle S.
Then starting on The Hook Up.
The only two from this list I’ll probably grab are Courage and Danger & Desire. Courage has some repeats for me but some new and a great cause. D&D because I’ve seen good reviews for Clare and Crane’s books. Nice to be able to try them both at that price.
Hmmm Six of Hearts on sale too but so many on here didn’t like it, however the reviews on amazon make it sound good…undecided…
*gasp* Well, someone is full of p!ss and vinegar today!! *raising eyebrow at Jean* I thought for sure that I had let you know when I was done…but just in case I didn’t, just know I thought that the cliffhanger sucked!! Woman, you *know* how I feel about CH. *glaring*
And for that, you had better pick up Bright Side…and actually READ it, not just let it sit there. 😛
Is this list supper long or is it my imagination?
I just finished My Familiar Stranger. I don’t know what I’m going to next though there are plenty screaming my name.
I just started Sway. So far so good, writing-wise!
Hehe… The antics have started early, here. I’m gonna make a batch of peppermint martinis. Anyone game? My husband is watching a Christmas movie as we speak, so you know… Peppermint. 😉
A Christmas drink? Haha too funny!
Yep I think we will need the martinis tonight. I already got Amy riled up! OK I am 1-clicking Bright Side just for you Amy….I know that CH was a doozy in Translucent, but wasn’t it good?!?!
Speaking of cliffhangers, did anyone read Vain? It was great and the BAM CH. Thank goodness the followups are out now.
Oh I forgot to put that A Natural Act (that MMA fighter that helps the abused woman) is one on my top list today…
Fabi read The Hook up with me.
Amy I like how a CH is worse to you than a book that leaves you sobbing, lol.
I one-clicked Bright Side. I need a little angst! Wish me luck!
Bev I went back to Crazy Good cause it was crazy good when I started it and don’t even know how I got sidetracked. I think I was reading two at once or something. I’m trying so hard to not go one-click crazy with this new list. I have so many on my tbr. But I’ve already added one to my wish list. It sounds way out there so when I’m in the mood for that again I’ll have one ready. hahaha like how I justify adding more and more books I don’t have time to read?
Peppermint martinis??? Ooooohhh, mine! *snatches peppermint martini from Maryse* And Jean is antagonizing me! I was just fine and all happy-go-skippy and then JEAN had to go and get all flippant with me. Hmph. Yeah, you better read Bright Side, Jean. *smirk*
And now Bev wants to get in on it, too! Yep, I love books that make me sob, but CH’s just make me all p!ssy. It’s not pretty. 😉
Ha! New acronym. Maryce is making us all OCC. (One click crazy) and I just keep thinking about Amy’s tbr… 🙂
*sputter* wha wha whaaaaaa? But but…. My martini! My candy cane! Gah!
*Stirs up another…. 5…* 😉
Oh, Sharon…you’re in for it. My heart is still aching a bit. Oh man, there’s that lump again in my throat. 😕
To those who have read it…that scene in the recording studio…”I love you, Bright Side.” “I love you, too, Gus.” Oh, my heart. Not a spoiler (they always say that to each other as lifelong best friends), just something so poignant about that part. *sigh*
Mmmmmm…it always tastes better when it is someone else’s. And I am talking about *martinis* not men, so just don’t even start! 😛
*peeking over Maryse’s shoulder for the next martini*
What? Just looking…hehe…
Fabi, I have Crazy Good and have been passing it over for others – you’ll have to let me know if it turns out to be a good one.
I still haven’t taken the Bright Side plunge. I might 1-click it too and save it for when I can emotionally handle it :'(
That one you just mentioned Maryse, A Natural Act, is looking really good to me as well 🙂
Fabi, you mean my four-digit list that grows every week? 😉
*snicker* A Natural Act. I bet that’s how the farmer justifies it. *snort*
Bev, you make a very good point about Amy! Ha!
I have Crazy Good too so I’d like to know your thoughts too Fabi.
And Michelle, I agree I think I need to wait to be in the mood for BS. I did buy it (ok Amy?). And I think A Natural Act sounds great… I am a sucker for MMA fighters!!!
I am really wanting a martini now guys…. but my favorite is chocolate!!! Yum!
Amy – I think you should read all about farmer Henner’s bad-boy alpha tendencies, animal cruelty and all….. then report back to us! HA! Just for keeping his spirit alive on this blog!
The love triangle sounds scandalous… I only like a threesome occasionally, not in the mood right now…. 😉
I am going to finish that ARC copy of Reapers #4. Picnic is such a jerk. Like Tate x10. She is 38, so I like that part. Reminds me a wee little bit of KA’s Sweet Dreams. I like this series, so it’s a good edition.
Fabi – that list IS huge. I’m going to need a while just to get through it. First I scroll and look at her “squees” and look for arrows… then the covers…. then eventually I read the blurbs!
And Sway sounds interesting. They break up and can’t avoid each other? I like the sound of all that tension! Please have some cheapies in the bunch.
Four digits… Um yeah no comment.. I thought i was bad with over 400. Lol!
“I only like a threesome occasionally, not in the mood right now….” <—- Oh really, MichelleS?? 😛 Maybe Maryse's peppermint martinis will get you in the mood!
Someone make Jean a Nutella martini! And me one, too! 😀
I Loved Crazy Good!!
I’ll just gnaw on some salami, thank you very much, I have a bad a$$ alpha biker to get back to….. no martinis for me…..
Omg, Amy! That was the scene that hit me! Studio scene is officially the best svcene of Brite Side. I literally thought of it days later, and it is was so… It touched me majorly.
*eyes peppermint martini*
Mine?
MichelleS —> what you’ve said so far about Picnic makes me VERY excited indeed!!!
Er… I mean.. not the salami thing (although I LOVE salami) but you know… like Sweet Dreams feel and he’s such a jerk. YAY ME!!!!!
Yours, Tessa!!!
Make sure to stir the candy cane in it, Makes it better!!!!
And watch Amy… today’s martini stealer. 😛
Oh lord, MichelleS is going to gnaw on a “salami” since she’s not in the mood for a threesome. LOL!!!!! Hey, VIP is about an escort service so my mind is dirtier than usual today. 😛
OMG, look at this clip…it’s us!!!!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eNiR5ZTb_MA
And I have no idea what you’re talking about, Maryse. I’m just reading my book and relaxing. *sipping and hiding stolen martini*
Oh gah, Michelle, Jean I know you’re not asking *me * for a review. hahaha I’ll let you know if I like it fwiw. Oh, thank goodness Maryse read it. She can give you the low down. This is a new sub-sub-genre for me so we’ll see. Gotta say though, it’s kicked off with bang. Hope it keeps it up. I’m coming off of two pretty great PNRs so it has a lot to live up to.
Haaa I keep wondering if it’s Friday with the conversations going on around here.
I read sway in two days – started it on Friday night and finished it Saturday. Couldn’t put it down – really loved it! I was lucky enough to get a free ARC of it last week.
What a list, can’t decide. *stealing peppermint martini from Maryse and reading list again*
Oh my gosh!! A friend messaged me and told me Sway was on your blog today, and now I see that you’re reading it! Thank you so much, and I hope you enjoy it!
Finished Reed’s Reckoning last night and LOVED it!!! I don’t want to spoil anything. I’ll just say it was the type of writing style and story that totally engrossed me and wanted to read every single word so I didn’t miss a feeling or moment. You will fall in absolute love with Reed and Ari.
So just opened The Hook Up. I hope I like it as much as I expect and want to. Fingers crossed.
Haven’t read a word yet but already happy that she has a line from Little Ghost by The White Stripes and pictures of fall leaves with the chapter headings. Yes, I am excited by pictures in my book.
Also a quote from Closer by NIN which I’ve never heard before but like the lyric.
Maryse – I just finished SWAY! Loved it..a different read that I wasn’t expecting at all.
Sounds like Sway is a hit. Can’t wait for your review Maryse.
I started the Reasonable Doubt series this morning and couldn’t put it down! Now I’m running late for work…… Damn.
Jean we’ll be late together. I can’t stop reading Crazy Good.
“I have no self-preservation awareness when I’m around you. My happiness is directly dependent on you.”
Have you ever loved someone this way? Have you had someone love you this way? It’s a life changing experience. I can’t believe it’s in a book. But, then again, I guess that’s what contemporary romance does, puts the real world in the pages of book.
I still think I’m only going to be able to handle CR in small doses. But some of these are unputdownable. I just hope it doesn’t destroy me before it’s done.
Fabi I think I want to start that one next.. It’s been calling my name (unless some other book jumps in its place..)! Lol! Enjoy your day!
Is anyone familiar with Donna Grant’s Darkest Flame series?
Ok after stealing Maryse’s peppermint martini and finishing Worth The Fall (which I really enjoyed-Matt *swoon*), I like Raced, Sway, Reed’s Reckoning, Reasonable Doubt- since it’s complete now) and A Natural Act.
Now which one to read first… 😉
Cheryl, just started the 2nd book of the bundled Reasonable Doubt series and am loving it!!!!!!
Jean I’ve read the first two of the Reasonable Doubt trilogy. I’ll be curious to hear if you like how it wraps up.
Cheryl once I started Worth the Fall I couldn’t stop. It just had this nice gentle rhythm to it. Matt with his princess and ladybug…♥♥. Loved the barbie scene.
When I’m done with The Hook Up I think I’ll start Room for You. Another single mom but I think hockey player.
Bev the Cranberry Inn Trilogy is a reeeeally great story. I won’t say any more;)) Thoroughly enjoyed Reasonable Doubt series also. So many “crazy good” reads right???
Cheryl I promise Reed’s Reckoning is amazing!!! You won’t forget Reed.
Ok Maryse and Amy ya’ll have to read Jag & the leftover club.
I had to read something with a bad boy . After crying like crazy over until stars and bright side . Oh and wrecking ball.. I read about 6-7 books a week.
What has been ya’lls favorite book this year?
Ooh!!!! I’m so upset!! I finished The Madam, and even though I still don’t like the Madam at least I understand her more. Her mother…wow, that woman needs a foot shoved so far up her a$$ that the toes come out of her mouth!! And then, AND THEN I read the prologue for the next book (MVP) at the back of the book, and I am p!ssed as a f&%!mother with the direction the author is taking it. Really?? REALLY?? After everything in the first book and now it’s going to go *there*? I’m not reading MVP. As far as I’m concerned, everything ended with the first book. That’s it, and that’s all.
*deep breath*
So, how are you ladies? 😀 What’s everyone reading?
Oh Amy, sounds like you need a martini! And a big *hug*! Hope venting made you feel better! Reading Reasonable Doubt series and loving it!
Room For You will definitely be my next one. It has been sitting front and center in my carousel for awhile. Thanks for letting my know I’m in for a good read Linda.
Amy I have the hardest time when I dislike the heroines.
Fabi, I’m excited about Crazy Good now and can’t wait to read this one! Reasonable Doubt was not even on my radar but I’m going to get it especially if the series is complete – I have no patience in between books. I loved the Cranberry Inn books too.
Amy I went back to the Covenant series with Deity and it’s soooo good! I’m very happy you recommended this series since it’s been on my wish list for so long and I just needed the push to read it. I’ve been missing out on the sexiness that is Aiden 😀
I’ll take that martini (what kind are we drinking?), and I’ll take that hug as well. *squeezing Jean* Reasonable Doubt is a serial series, right? Is it finished yet? Just like cliffhangers, I don’t do well with serials. 😉
Bev, this was kind of like reading Dirty Red for me in that I couldn’t stand the main character but enjoyed getting in her head…and wanted to see things fall apart for her. 😛
Michelle, isn’t he a sweetheart and yet a bada$$ at the same time?? *swooooooooon* You get to read Elixir next! *squealing and clapping hands* If you think he’s great now, just wait… 😉
Damn, Reed’s Reckoning or Reasonable Doubt???
Amy, Reasonable Doubt is complete.
Maryse, did you finish Sway??
Woohoo, I stopped in to see what’s new and noticed you’d listed my book, Tidal Falls! Thanks for the mention Maryse, if you try it, let me know what you think, 🙂
Thanks, Cheryl…especially since Jean seems to be ignoring me now. Yeah, Jean, I said it! 😛
Milissa, I actually have The Leftover Club and Unlit Star, and I’m pretty sure I have Wrecking Ball, but I haven’t read them yet. It’s always great to hear a recommendation for a good read after a fugly cry book like Bright Star! Does anyone else get that Miley Cyrus song stuck in their head when they see the title Wrecking Ball??
Cheryl, I’m reading Reed’s Reckoning right now…care to join me?
Amy, you’re on!!!
I had actually started Reasonable Doubt, but I’ll put it aside and start RR with you!!! Always more fun to have a reading buddy!!! 😉
Reed’s Reckoning eh?…. let me read the blurb…..
Ok. Boy meets girl. Boy loses girl. Boy gets girl back. Classic angsty NA story….. anything original or interesting happening? OF COURSE he’s a professional athlete.
Unless there’s a twist or the writing is above and beyond, I’m not sure I’m interested. NO throwing your kindles at me please….
MichelleS you just got a laugh out of me. Moody much? lol I get like that. When nothing sounds good or original or read worthy. hahaha I think it’s because we become read gluttons at some point. We forget what it’s like to be hungry for a book.
You know what I’ll recommend and it’s not on any of these lists. *grin* But what I do when I just want something great, and don’t know what, is hit up Maryse’s 5-star lists. 🙂
Cheryl, um, Jean is reading Reasonable Doubt right now and loving it, so you might want to stick with that for now. I’m about 20% in to RR and having trouble with the writing style. Scenes just feel too rushed, and this might sound mean but some of the events/scenes seem sort of…juvenile, I guess?
I don’t mind the replayed storyline and really like NA as long as the writing is great with something unique in it to set it apart from other similar books. So, yeah, I’m agreeing with Ms. Jaded up there – aka MichelleS. 😛 Not sure if I’m going to continue with this one…
I would never ignore you Amy…. you are too “special”!
Yeah guys, Reasonable Doubt…. It’s complete and bundled with all 3 books and it is great!!!!!
MichelleS, love your comment about RR…. I’m right there with ya!
Michelle S lol. I can feel that way sometimes and other times I’m in the mood for certain formulas.
Finished THU and I really liked it. Not gushing but enjoyable. Really interested in book two.
Ok so Tuesday is Deacon and that is a stop drop & roll for me. Its going to be a short one.
Until then my next 3 are Room for You, Carnal Secrets (pnr), and For Real. I have no memory of it so blind read.
If anyone doesn’t have the Opportunist by Tarryn Fisher already, it is .99 right now.
Also, if anyone was interested in the PNR series I recommended recently, by AJ Aalto, The Marnie Baranuik Files, Book 3 Last Impressions is .99 as well. I LOVED Book 1 Touched and highly recommend it if you are into this genre.
Ok I love days off when I can indulge in reading so back to Deity because now I’m almost bouncing around trying to get to Elixir Amy!
Aw, Jean… *blushing* Reasonable Doubt is looking pretty promising if you are loving it that much!
I’m so excited to hear what you think about the end of Deity and then Elixir, Michelle! I read them as they came out and had to wait for Elixir. O.M.G. I thought I was going to freak the freak out after the ending of Deity. Y’all know how I am about cliffhangers…but it was so worth it!!! What about that guitar pick that Alex bought him a while back? *swoooooooon*
Bev, good to know about The Hookup! 😉
Well damn Amy I one-clicked RR and started it this morning before work. I’ll give it a shot. I’m a sucker for a sports-romance. 😉 I do agree about the writing style though. I’m hoping it improves; reviews say mystery too-we’ll see.
MichelleS, I agree there are times I feel like I can’t decide or find the “right” book to read because I just want a unique story that isn’t formulaic.
Bad Things is the one that’s been calling my name since this list went up. Maybe after Crazy Good. Idk I don’t want another like TTM but I wouldn’t mind something a little bad after all the nicey nicey ones I’ve read recently.
Now I feel awful, Cheryl. *cringing* I should have read a bit more before encouraging it! But maybe you will have a better connection with it than I had. I have a bunch of errands to run, and then I’m thinking of moving on to One To Tell the Grandkids…it looks like it’s going to get complicated in a very good way! *bouncing leg and rubbing hands together*
Ooooh, you brave woman, Fabi! It sounds from the blurb that it is M/M? Definitely a twist on the usual dark reads around here. 😉
Yeah, maybe dark+m/m = different
Whoo Fabi is going to the dark side.
*gleefully rubbing hands together*
follow me my lovelies
*evil grin*
I’ve started reading Reason to Breathe, and I’m already worried. I just stopped reading Breaking Hammer because of being uneasy. This looks uneasy too.
Oh, Breaking Hammer is good, but Media’s part is a hard read for me right now. Any suggestions on a happy, cheerful, sweet read?
Meia, not Media.
Amy no worries, I had read the sample so I knew the writing style and that it didn’t exactly “flow.” I’m going to give it a chance. *scratching head because has good reviews and LInda on here loved it* Where did One to Tell The Grandkids come from??
Tessa, I loved the Reason to Breathe series but if you are looking for sweet, how about Worth the Fall? Did you see Maryse’s recent review? Looks good!
Cheryl, I was wondering the same thing about One to Tell the Grandkids….where did that come from??
Tessa you want YA?
Tessa, or Tall Tatted and Tempting! I will continue to push for the Reed Brothers series…. Love those guys!
Okay, definitely worth the try! 😀 Thank you Jean.
Whew. No one their their Kindle at me. I guess that WAS kind of bah-humbug-ish. It just sounded so so so much like a formula book and I was surprised it got so much attention. The so-so writing is a big turn off for me, so I think I’ll pass.
Speaking of formula books. That ARC copy of Reapers #4. Total formula. Alpha mean motorcycle club president? check. A woman with half a brain that is unlike the bimbos Mr Man-whore has been spending time with? check. Someone gets kidnapped? check. Some mean f-ers do mean things that are really pretty ugly but we read it anyway? check. Someone has cool kids that are little versions of the big bad alphas? check. There’s a biker party where more stuff happens? check. In the end, it all works out? check.
Yup. That’s pretty much how it was. Except – it still works for me because this author writes well and so I can live with the formula. No one asked me for a review, but I’ve never gotten an ARC of anything before so I am still excited. I would recommend it (when it comes out) to fans of MC books only.
I am on a roll with snarkiness. better check my hormone level. maybe it’s early menopause or something? I think I need a smart funny book now. Or just get back to Covenant series. That Aiden is something else…..
Does anyone know what One to Tell the Grandkids is?
Ladies, I found One To Tell the Grandkids when I was scrolling through the recommendations for me in the Kindle store. It looks like a unique storyline, at least for me as I haven’t read anything similar before.
One To Tell the Grandkids…kinda like MichelleS’s ripped stocking wedding story, LOL!!!!!! Aw crap, I’m in trouble now ’cause she’s in a mood today!
*snickering and hiding from MichelleS*
And yes, MichelleS, you should get back to Covenant. You need some Aiden lovin’ right now. 😉
30% into Room for You and am liking it, which is good cause I already have the sequel, but not loving it. I’m just not really connecting.
Honestly everything I really want to read are not out yet, lol.
Jean- I listened to the audio book of Tall, Tatted and Tempting and now listening to Smart, Sexy and Secretive. I agree sweet story and Reed brothers are enjoyable!!
Amy- read the blurb on One to Tell the Grandkids- sounds like could be an angsty love triangle!
Amy had to read the blurb and you’ll have to keep us updated.
I’m 13% in, and so far so good…I’ll let you guys know! 😀
Jean, just finished and so good and really sweet. Now to start Smart, Sexy, and Secretive.
Cheryl, how do they handle Logan talking or even signing? That seems like it’d be hard. It must work, though since you are enjoying it so much.
Tessa, it is the book read to me; when Logan speaks the narrator changes up her voice somewhat from Emily’s and when he signs I am told what he is signing. I like audio books- good way for me to multi-task, I can run or clean the house or even go to the grocery store while listening. 😉
Cheryl, I like audio books too. I always have one going anytime I’m driving.
This is the place to vent right? Right? Lol
Crazy Good: his song just made me cry
I’m almost halfway and getting really worried that something bad is going to happen.
“Forever isn’t really that long, and we’ve wasted too much time already”
awwwww
sure wish I knew what chords he played for that song, the lyrics are beautiful!
Ok, last post I swear. I’m halfway through Crazy Good and have to say that if you’re reading this and have someone special in your life, at this point you’ll want tho go snuggle up and wrap your arms around that person.
I wish the book ended here. The perfect spot. But knowing the way this genre works, I’m sure I’m in for trauma in one form or another in the second half of the book. Maybe I should DNF this one, right at this point. But no, I can’t tear myself away.
DO NOT DNF FABI!!!!!! GAH!
Tessa, glad you enjoyed it! The whole series is great!
Fabi, just started Crazy Good last night (I’m at 20%) …. you are scaring me!
I’ve never tried an audio book, buy always wanted to…..
Jean nothing to be scared about up to the halfway point anyways. Wish Maryse was here to tell me it’s going to stay ok though. Really loving me some Mac.
Audio books – depending on the narrator can either add to a book or detract from it. Right now I’m listening to Donna Grant’s Dark King narrated by Antony Ferguson. He has a Scottish accent that adds unbelievable authenticity to the story.
I’m here!!!
What can I help you with? LOL!!
If we’re talking about The Fever series, nothing will be okay for a long while. Which makes it that much more FUN!!!!
GAH! I love that series!!!!!!!
Oh if we’re talking about Crazy Good… yeah…
I got blindsided at one point…
Mac=Mav stupid autocorrect
Cheryl I feel bad if I steered you wrong with my recommendation of Reed’s Reckoning but I stand by it. I loved it!! Could reading style improve? Probably but the title of the book reflected exactly but the story was about. Stayed up until 4:00am this morning finishing Crazy Good! I was so totally lost in it had no idea of time!! Love those kind of stories!!
“I got blindsided at one point…”
hmmm, what I tried to type didn’t come through, probably because I tried to use an unsupported emoji
ignore that post from me please
sheesh, Maryse, way to make me more nervous with your “encouragement” LOL
I just can’t do audio books, so I honestly was curious. 🙂 I had to know how that worked.
Well Tessa, it can be good or bad, again depending on the narrator. But after listening to them for almost 10 years, I have to admit that nothing beats reading the printed word for yourself. In your mind you hear/see/feel your own personal version of the story and that is always so much better than any actor/narrator can produce for you. But, audiobooks are great when reading is not an option (like when you’re driving) 🙂
My unsolicited input on audio books…
I can’t use them. Why? Because anytime I think of audio books, all I can picture is this gif:
Probably doesn’t make any sense, but there it is. And, this is me we are talking about so…yeah. 😉
Hahaha. Can you imagine? Morgan Freeman reads Shades of Grey. There is something just pure awesome about that.
I just can’t listen to audio books because I’m hard of hearing. If I can’t read the person’s lips, I’m just not doing it. Way too frustrating. It doesn’t stop my curiosity though
Amy did you read what Maryse said about the Fever series? Doesn’t that make you want to read it? Right now, lol.
I’ve tried audio books and they just don’t keep my attention, I get sidetracked so much! But give me a book and some time and I can get whisked away into the story 🙂
Haha Amy…too funny! OK I am going back to Crazy Good for my lunch break.
Amy? Amy?! Nooo say it isn’t so. You haven’t read the Fever series?
Now I’m imagining Morgan Freeman as Travis. “Pigeon” I. Just. Can’t.
Did anyone else think of Lady and the Tramp when reading Travis’ name for Abby?
OMG, all I can think of now is the sex scenes with Christian and Travis in Morgan Freeman’s voice. Ewwww, no, no, no. And “Pigeon”? LOL!!!
Wait, what did Maryse say about the Fever series? *scrolling up*
Ooooooooh!!!! I’ve talked about starting that series for a while, but with that comment and the gloomy weather here right now, I think it’s the perfect time to start it after Grandkids…which I really like so far, by the way. 😀 And Jean is going to start it with me. Right, Jean? Of course you are. 😛
OK I vaguely remember agreeing to read that series with you…. And don’t kill me everyone but I don’t know what it is… genre? Author? How many books and is series complete? I know, I’m a pan in the a$$!!!
Oh and I’m definitely falling for Maverick in Crazy Good!
Omg! Seriously? You two haven’t read the Fever series? It is the best series involving the Fae ever. One of the best paranormal stories, if not the best. Just… Read!
Maryse, why did you mention the Fever series? Do you have something up your sleeve?
No… It’s ’cause she said “Mac” so I immediately thought Fever. 😉
Whoever has not read the Fever series really should. I remember checking the out of the library when I read them.
Amy if you’ll try Fever I’ll take the Covenant dive right after Bad.
I’ve never read that series, but I am very intrigued. Off to download the first one!
Nope, haven’t read it yet but will start it after Grandkids. And it looks like Kandra has caught on to all of the excitement, too! Like Jean asked, is it a complete series or will there be more books?
And Jean, a pan in the a$$ would be so much worse (freaking ouch!!) than a pain in the a$$…and you definitely are not that. 😉
Blahahaha! Just realized my typo Amy!
The first five are a complete series. Then, Iced, number 6, continues the side stories. It’s the best way to describe Iced, honestly. You can read the first five and be done, because it is the original main story. Iced is from a secondary character’s POV, and is the beginning of after the main issues are resolved/ solved.
Confusing explanation, I know, but that’s kind of the best answer. The second of the after stories is going to be Burned, out 1/20/15. Also, Fever has an ending, Iced ends on a CH, so read the five safely and beware of six.
I just went to Karen Marie Morning’s Facebook page and she released the blurb for Burned. Not to be read if you haven’t read Iced, but oooooh! January won’t be here soon enough.
The Burned blurb has me nervous, lol.
Thanks for that explanation Tessa! It actually makes total sense to us book addicts..haha!
Oh, and Fabi? I’m holding you to that Covenant deal. 😉
Amy I suck – I got distracted yesterday and I’m STILL reading Deity…ahhh I have to get to Elixir tonight or I will burst! Fabi you need to get in on the Covenant fun for sure 🙂
Oh and Amy you haven’t read the Fever series?!! Seriously drop what you are doing and read this one!
TGIF and home sweet home and all that. Sigh. So glad for some downtime.
Amy I went by the library for Covenant but they don’t carry it. No biggie. I think Amazon has it for like $4 or something.
I’ll be finishing Crazy Good this weekend. Then reading Bad next week. Next weekend I’ll be more than ready for some killer YA with Covenant.
Seriously guys (ladies). If you like PNR or Urban Fantasy or anything along those lines, you are seriously missing out if you haven’t read Fever. You have to read the Highlander series before it or the Iced series after it. You won’t miss hardly anything in Fever w/o those.
Those of you who’ve read it..would you put it as better than most (all) the other PNRs and Urban Fantasies we call great here?
Ok I’m off to go look at Friday’s list. Just got home and haven’t even peeked yet.
Shoot, that was supposed to say you DON’T have to read her other series in order to get the full effect of the Fever series. Oh, my heart. Is there anyone else like Barons? I can’t think of anyone at all.
Sorry, I’m going back to Mav now.
Fever talk! I love it. I’m a PNR and urban Fantasy nut and the Fae are my favorites, so it was a huge win win for me. Of course I’d rank it as one of the best because it’s Karen Marie Moning and that girl can write. But…. to be honest…. they are long and complicated stories and it isn’t a book I’d re-read. For one, it’s a series and you kind of have to read the whole thing. It’s not like anything gets resolved in each book (unlike other PNRs that maybe have a couple in each book or one couple but new adventures). This one slowly builds and unfolds. I will never forget it. I will read everything she writes. I will read the spinoffs. But I can’t even imagine starting that series right now for the first time. That’s just where I am in my reading life. I prefer stand-alones or really short complete series. The only long series I follow now are new stories in old worlds. Does that make sense?
As far as the better than most, Fabi? Yes. I also think publishers are backing off that genre as a whole so we don’t have as much good new material out there. Just my opinion.
Another Michelle S rant……
So I’m looking at the amazon romance books by sub-category and it’s just page after page after page of “this and that 2” and “the next one 3” and “you got it 4″….. in other words….. series me to death. I just scroll past them because I think there are 3 before this I haven’t even read yet, so no way. Why can’t we have more Colleen Hoovers who just write one really good book at a time! Quit with the 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 of everything. ARGH!!!
How do I get amazon to recommend stand alone books to me? I’m so frustrated.
That’s true Michelle. Not as much coming out in that genre now. The hottest wave is still YA dystopian and it’s still going strong. Hit after hit. Great books.
But Fever, hmmm I’d say the books COULD be stand alone except that I was so caught up in that world I got all the rest of them together right after reading the first one. I would ‘re-read them. Definitely. It’s just that she has the spin off coming out now so I still feel a part of the world.
Funny thing is I would have never run across Fever if I hadn’t been in love with the author from her Highlands series and looking for more historical romance from her. hahaha was I in for a surprise
Oh and I can’t remember last time I saw or read a good stand alone. They are definitely out of favor in the publishing world.
I’ve re-read the Fever series twice now. There are scenes that just take my imagination soaring.
The series thing can either be good, or just a rip off. The ones that get me are where the book is only 100 pages, but costs 3 dollars. There are only three in the series. So… I’m paying nine dollars for a 300 page book? Or, there are four in the series, so 12 dollars for a 400 page book.
Grrrr.
*ends rant*