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Book Review – The Dom of My Dreams by M.F. Sinclair

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The Dom of My Dreams: A BDSM Novel
This is the one that kept me up practically all night last night. I’ve had it on my TBR list for what feels like ages, having heard about it in the past from other readers, so I purchased it, but didn’t necessarily bump it to the top of my TBR list. And then I received this recommendation by Stephanie…

“Please, please, please read “The Dom of My Dreams”  by M.F. Sinclair. I would love to see this writer get credit for a job well done.  If your in the mood for something similar to 50 Shade of Grey than this is THE book to read!!! read more

Book Review – Seduction and Snacks by Tara Sivec

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Seduction and Snacks (Chocolate Lovers)
I wish I could post a soundbite here, because listening to me giggle, chuckle and belly laugh as I read this, would be the perfect way for me to review it for you. Sometimes actions speak louder than words, and to hear my giggle-fest would speak volumes. Alas… I didn’t record myself. *sigh* So words it is…

A fantastic lighthearted, witty, sarcastic (but sweet) read, in full effect! But there’s romance, too, and even a touch of angst at times, enough for you to connect and “want what you’re supposed to want”, when reading a romance novel. Plus. HOTNESS! It’s the whole shebang minus the intense book-pain that I crave, but definitely needed a small break from. THIS was the perfect break, the perfect “reading-palette cleanser”, and a great change of pace to keep me on my toes. I grinned from ear-to-ear from start to finish, and laughed out loud so many times, that I just HAD to read some parts to my husband (for example, Carter’s first drunken-bar scene… *woof* “Did I just bark?”) LOL!!!! I was a goner, then. read more

Book Review – Taken by Kelli Maine

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Taken (Give & Take Book 1)
Well well well… what do we have here? Why yes!! A book that has a little of everything that I love in my reads, markedly… that “broken hearted millionaire tycoon that will do whatever it takes to get what he wants” feel. Remind you of anyone? 😉

In fact, when I received this email from Annie, I KNEW I was SO IN!!!

“Hey Maryse, I’ve followed your blog forever and got hooked on Mr. Gray and Maddox right along with you. I had the opportunity to review a new book along the same lines early called Taken by Kelli Maine. Loved it. Overpowering, hot, rich dude in love with an unlikely person. You should check it out.” read more

Lynne Connolly – Pure Wildfire Series Reading Order

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Recommended by Marcie:

This is so my genre: Epic Rock Stars and Bad Boys. … My favorite series: Pure Wildfire series (Lynne Connolly)…

and Deb said this about book #1:

“Sunfire was not bad.  Paranormal/rock star with some hot scenes and an interesting story.”

About book #1:

Rock meets classical. Paranormal meets mortal. Will anybody get out alive? The members of rock band Pure Wildfire are firebird shape-shifters. Manager John Westfall will sacrifice anything for the power they wield, even his daughter Corinne. Corinne attracts Aidan in a way he’s never known before. He’ll do anything to release her from Westfall’s trap. He offers her marriage, but Aidan wants more from Corinne — he wants her heart. And he’ll give her his in return. Classical guitarist Corinne is desperate to escape her father’s control. She loves Aidan but craves her freedom — can she trust him to give it to her? Can she trust the wild man of rock with her heart? There’s only one way to find out. Dive into the wildfire! read more

Behind the Books – Follow Up Interview with Author Jamie McGuire + A Six Book Giveaway (One Of Them, Signed!)

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Author Jamie McGuire

WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT!! I’ve received confirmation from all of my winners, so now it’s official!! Congratulations to:

  • Lisa for winning the Beautiful Disaster signed book!
  • Christy – Book #1
  • Amy S – Book #2
  • Debbie – Book #3
  • Jessica – Book #4
  • Jadeen J- Book #5
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Now it’s time for the party, giveaway & Jamie McGuire interview. *squeeeeeee*

Things have come a long way since I first interviewed Jamie back in August of 2011. Re-reading it has me giggling because, sure enough… some of the tidbits she hinted at (and/or hoped for) are happening right now! What a fun look-back!

I can imagine the kind of incredible book-whirlwind she is in right now, and am thrilled to have had the opportunity to catch up her! read more

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