Happy Friday the 13th! π To get in the scary mood, I’ve got a date with Dex tonight (Ashes to Ashes (Experiment in Terror #8) and I can’t wait! He is my #1 guy (other than Travis) so you KNOW that means love!!! YAY ME! Β I can’t wait!! Reader reactions are already already freaking me out. Like this one:
Claudia:Β Ashes to Ashes by Karina Halle=WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT 5 Stars!!!!!!!!!!!! I am dying in here.
Eeeeeeeeeep!!!!!! What does that mean? Oh I am SO. EXCITED now!!!! OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!!Β
P.S. Here is theΒ Experiment in Terror Series Reading OrderΒ in case you wanna come out and play with us. There’s a reason for all of the fuss over this awesome (one of my all-time favorite) series.
Oh… and I am LOVING your comments and the fact that you’re leaving me your own favorite recommendations. In fact, I just backtracked through some older comments left on past bargains and new release posts, where readers adamantly recommended even more (“new-to-me”) books as additional suggestions for our lists and they look SO good. Like this “Marked” book that you guys keep freaking out over. I could make a “reader-review” out of your recommendations alone, for that one! (I posted it, below)
Plus, I realized that many of our Β fellow readers came back, after reading their one-click choices from the list, with awesome feedback for us! I’ve included some of those, too.
Keep ’em coming! I love sifting through the comments and seeing what you guys are loving. It’s even more fun when I check out the synopsis and get that “must-read-now” *jolt*. Couple that with your enthusiasm, and my TBR list gets antsy. π
Okay so here they are!
NOTE: bargain priced when I added them, but prices can change on Amazon, so make sure to check before you finalize your order.
P.S. Let me know if Iβm missing any or if you loved any (from this list or elsewhere).Β
Todays latest reader recommendations and bargain ebook finds:
- Great Exploitations (Trouble in Tampa)Β by Nicole Williams <— NEW RELEASE and Jules says: “Love this unique series but it’s always so short.”
- After the RainΒ by Lisa De Jong <— NEW RELEASE. This one comes after the hit bookΒ When it RainsΒ (<—my review)Β which made many of us cry. And the author mentions: “I want to note that 100% of the earning from this novella are going to The American Cancer Society and RAINN. “
- Worth the Fight (Accidentally on Purpose)Β by L.D. Davis <— NEW RELEASE (book #3) in this series (Accidentally Series Reading Order)Β – Thanks Claudia!!! – and Stephanie says: “…Β I loved both! … I’m looking forward to part 3! Thanks Claudia!” and Janet agrees: “Loved these too. Thanks Claudia” (gorgeous cover!!)
- Unbearable (Undescribable)Β by Shantel Tessier <—- NEW RELEASE (thanks Kandace!!). She says: “The second book in the Undescribable series by Shantel Tessier just went live. …Β I didn’t even realize there was going to be a second book when I finished it. I’m happy the Author did it that way. This is going to be a continuation of their story.” and Lori says: “I remember this one, loved it! I didn’t know there was going to be more!”
- UndescribableΒ by Shantel Tessier <— and here’s book #1 “Broken hearted and alone in a new city, Samantha begins to build a new life for herself while working as a bartender. Focusing on her new friends and rebuilding her broken life, Samantha is content.Β Until she meets him β attorney by day and a cocky, foul mouth playboy by night.“
Louder Than LoveΒ by Jessica Topper <— this is the one I loved like CRAZY earlier this week (and so many are loving it, too!) It kind of got lost in all of my “Beautiful Wedding” love, so I’m bringing it back ’round again (here’s my review), especially after Louise said:
Louise:Β I have almost finished Louder Than Love and I loved it! It was definitely a 5 star for me thanks for the recommandation! I am in the mood for this kind of story any advice?
Maryse:Β I know!!!! OMG SO good it’s just… almost perfect for me. That one gave me “that” feeling when I was done. Just wait until the last line…
Louise:Β Β I finished it! And you are right the last part was 10 star for me: -)
- When You’re ReadyΒ by J.L. Berg —> I’m putting this one back on the list ’cause Debbie suggested it to Louise (from above) as a great read after “Louder Than Love”
- Save Me From MeΒ by Erika Ashby <— NEW RELEASE! “When Dani isn’t leaving and Holden isn’t staying will they be able to keep themselves from getting too attached?”
- Tipsy (Take It Off)Β by Cambria Hebert <— Bobbi recommends this one! “Just finished Tipsy by Cambria Hebert and loved it!!”
Sex Love RepeatΒ by Allesandra Torre <— I’m bringing this one back ’cause it’s another of my recent favorites. So many of us spent a weekend (a few weeks ago – was it Sunday?) reading (and freaking out) together over this one. I just noticed it has a slightly new cover (less… sexy ;)) Still though, the inside is SUPER sexy (and SUPER twisty – soooo so fun!!). Here’sΒ my reviewΒ in case you haven’t read this one yet.
- Fate (Fate #1)Β by Elizabeth Reyes <—(thanks Aimee!)
- Like GravityΒ by Julie Johnson <— Aimee found us this deal and Kathy says: “Loved this book!!” (mother murdered which has messed her up in ability to be close until she meets a local rock star… but “When a sinister presence from her past reemerges, Brooklyn will be pushed to her breaking point. For the first time in fifteen years, she will confront both her grief and her memories, as she plays a deadly game of cat-and-mouse with an unforeseen enemy.”
- The Law of Attraction (Lawyers in Love)Β by N.M. Silber <— recommended by Jodie: “Have you read the Lawyers in Love series by N.M. Silber? The second installment, The Home Court Advantage, was just released. The books have it allβ¦love, lust, mystery, and important they are hilarious! I highly recommend you check them out!”
- The Home Court Advantage (Lawyers in Love)Β by N.M. Silber <— and here’s book #2!
- Lost (Lost and Found #1, New Adult Romance)Β byΒ Nadia Simonenko <— Joanne recommends this (and the followup): “Have you read Lost by Nadia Simonenko and the followup to that is Found… I highly recommend these books. They were amazing!!”
- Found (Lost and Found #2, New Adult Romance) (Lost & Found)Β byΒ Nadia Simonenko (here’s book #2)
Lovely ViciousΒ by Sara Wolf <— Sara recommends this one: “Lovely Vicious by Sara Wolf is really good too!” and Niki says: “I agree with Sara Lovely Vicious is soooo good.” Okay with that gorgeous cover, I gotta find out what it’s about! “All the girls in her new school want one thing β Jack Hunter, the Ice Prince of East Summit High. Hot as an Armani ad, smart enough to get into Yale, and colder than the Arctic, Jack Hunterβs never gone out with anyone. Sure, people have seen him downtown with beautiful women, but heβs never given high school girls the time of day. Until Isis punches him in the face.Β Jackβs met his match. Suddenly everything is a game.” <– sounds like fun! π
- Raphael (Vampires in America)Β by D.B. Reynolds <— Aimee found is this deal for us vampire lovers!!
- Cool ShadeΒ by Theresa Weir <— (thanks Aimee). I read this one a couple of years ago and really liked it!! I still need to review it (in fact, I think I’m going to, this weekend now that I remember it), but it’s got that weird, moody, contemporary romance a la “Bonnie Dee” feel to it. She’s a night DJ, lives next door to a reclusive man… lots of mystery and intrigue (you’ll like his “history”… who he is. Was…) and he’s got a lot of bad guilt. I remember a certain surprise twist and I was shocked but impressed by the author for going that way. Very good!
- Take Me (Take a Chance) (Entangled Ever After)Β by Diane Alberts <— (thanks Aimee!!) A total playboy in Vegas…” how did he let one drunken Vegas night end withΒ I doΒ instead ofΒ hell no?” (<— hehe!)
- Cherry Girl (Blackstone Affair)Β by Raine Miller <— Jean LOVES this one so much that she left me this heartfelt comment: “What an amazing love story! I felt, cried, lovedβ¦β¦everything in this book! And Neilβ¦β¦β¦.canβt say enough about my feelings for him!! Please Maryse, I am begging you to read this book. Please for all the times I dropped the book I was reading to join you with what you were reading (haha), I BEG YOU TO READ IT!! I really think you will love it! I recommend it to everyone and you donβt have to read the Blackstone Series β it is definitely a standalone!“
- Kingdom Collection: Books 1-3Β by Marie Hall <— Stephanie clicked this one from one of our recent lists and loved it saying: “Hey Maryse! Just finished βHer Mad Hatterβ by Marie Hall & it was so good! I loved the whole Wonderland aspect & Hatter was delicious. A definite must read! I bought the bundle & cant wait for the other two. So very different but amazing! Thanks for the recommendationΒ
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- Training SeasonΒ by Leta Blake <— M/M book alert!! Although not bargain-priced… Louise recommends this one saying: “I just read Training Season which is an m/m book. It was so good. I would highly recommend itΒ
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Marked. Part I: The missing LinkΒ by J.M. Sevilla <— Another HIT MAN!! Niki recommends this one: “Marked by JM Sevilla is so good; another hit man book.” and Lisa loved it too: “A couple weeks ago I finished a 99cent book that has stayed with me-Marked. Part I: The missing Link by J.M. Sevilla. I thought I was reading another bad boy with secrets who tires to keep away from the good girl, but boy was I wrong, it was so much more than that. Itβs been a long time since a book had me laughing one minute, tearing up and swooning in another, and saying WTF is going on in the next. If anyone decides to read this book, I highly recommend not reading any spoilers, Iβm not sure the book would have been as much fun if I knew what to expect.” Chrissy agrees: “Maryse β HIGHLY recommend: Marked. Part I: The missing Link, by J.M. Sevilla. WOW!!. I canβt believe there is not more buzz about this one β its excellent!! I just finished it and Iβm in book hangover!!” Annnnnnnd…. Shunda: “I agree with Chrissy, just finished Marked, and was blown away. Whoa!” <—Heeee heeeee!!!Β Okay! I’m convinced!! MINE! π
- The Wedding GameΒ by Amy Matayo <— Kandra recommends this one: ”Β It was just published a couple of weeks ago β I read it in just 2 days (work days where I couldnβt read the whole dayΒ
Β ) Itβs a great read!” <— oh this looks original! I’ve always wondered what happens “behind the scenes” of these shows: “Ellie McAllister has her own problems. She needs money, and she needs it now. Despite her parentβs objections and her belief that marriage is sacred, she signs on to The Wedding Gameβ¦and wins. Now sheβs married to a guy she canβt stand, and if she wants her hands on the money, she has six months to make voters believe she loves him. Not easy to do since heβs the most arrogant man in America.” (lots of great reviews so far!!)
- Nothing Left to LoseΒ by Kirsty Moseley <— Lauren loved it! “Just finished Nothing Left To Lose by Kirsty Moseley. I loved it. Best book Iβve read in MONTHS!!!! Absolutely perfect.” Oh yes I remember this synopsis!!!! I gotta read this! “Annabelle Spencerβs life is every girlβs dream. She has wonderful parents, great friends, and of course the perfect boyfriend, Jack Roberts. That all changes on her sixteenth birthday when her life comes crashing down around her. Her dream night turns into a nightmare when Jack is murdered right in front of her, and sheβs kidnapped by his murderer, Carter Thomas, a big time drug and arms dealer. “
Christmas in Lucky Harbor: Simply Irresistible/The Sweetest Thing/Two Bonus Short StoriesΒ by Jill Shalvis <— looks SO perfect for those of us in the sweet romance Christmas mood. I just wanna cuddle with it already. And!! It’s bargain priced!
- Night Moves (G-Man Series)Β by Andrea Smith <— Linda says: “Hey guys just finished Night Moves #3 in the G-Man Series. Outstanding!!! I thought Diamond Girl couldnβt be topped. Oh my my my but Night Moves did just that. Loved:-) xoxo” <— I’m seeing lots of great reviews. Here is the “G-Man Series Reading Order“
- Lie To Me (Redemption)Β by Chloe Cox <— another that’s been on my TBR list (the fighter that showed her how to fight… and then he just… disappeared. And now he’s back). Yep I need to take a course that allows me to read two books a day, ’cause looking over the comments and recommendations Renate reminded me of this one saying: “Lie to me by Chloe Cox is very good and very intense. You read the book and you are just not breathing right until the very endβ¦Marcus was definatly someting else!” I love not breathing right ’cause of a book!!
- WildΒ by Adrian Leigh <— haven’t read this one yet, but it’s a new release, and the cover (and synopsis) caught my attention. “Desire and temptation smolder before she succumbs to her darkest fantasies with the captivating stranger. She doesn’t expect to see him again after an explosive one-night stand leaves her breathless and craving more, but just like lightning in the darkness, he shows up in her life at the most unpredictable moments.“… hrmmm…
Sempre: RedemptionΒ by J.M. Darhower <— guess what I’m reading Monday!!?? FINALLY!!!!!!! *happy dance* Here is myΒ Book Review of #1 —> Sempre (Forever)Β <— SO GOOD!!!!
- Misbehaving (Sea Breeze)Β by Abbi Glines (also this Tuesday!!)
- Out of Turn (The Kathleen Turner Series #4)Β by Tiffany Snow <— lookie lookie what else is coming out!!! I think I can hear the “teams” fighting it out as we speak! πΒ Kathleen Turner Series Reading Order
- Perfect LieΒ by Theresa Mummert <— her books always have the most GORGEOUS covers. And I know we have a ton of fellow readers in our group that LOVE her books, too.
- Reaver (Demonica)Β by Larissa Ione <— I have something special from this book to feature in a few days! Those in the mood for that awesome “old school” paranormal, I LOVED this series like crazy!!Β Demonica Series Reading Order:
- The Redhead Plays Her HandΒ by Alice Clayton <– book #3 in this sweet, romantic hilarious series.Β The Redhead Series Reading Order
- Take Me OnΒ by Cherrie Lynn <— I LOVE THIS SERIES!! EVERY SINGLE book in it so far has been awesome.Β Rock Me (The Ross Siblings) Series Reading Order
- Being Julia (A Forever Novella)Β by Sandi Lynn
- Broken Dove (Fantasyland Series)Β by Kristen Ashley <— expected release December 27th!!!
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Just finished WILD by Adrian Leigh last night and it was HOT! Alpha male that loves to dirty talk. Need I say more?
yah!!?? Good news, ’cause I was certainly curious about his “showing up” wherever she was…
Lie to Me by Chloe Cox is ahhhmazing! Marcus is sooo….um…well you got to read it!
Also, Stinger by Mia Sheridan is .99 and is a standalone that is a great read! he is a stripper and she is a lawyer….need I say more???
Renate, I read Stinger!! So good… and he’s actually a porn star. Tee hee!! Even more eyebrow raising. π
Hi! I just wanted to tell you that I think your website and FB page are Phenomenal! There is so much great information. I use it like my personal “book google”! I just created a blog around 2 months ago, and a FB page, last weekend. I’m trying to “build it up” and continue to make it better. As I was looking at your site today, I had to stop and tell you THANK YOU for all of the hard work you do! (I KNOW how hard it is now, LOL) Heck, I was just looking at the small book cover pics you have…WOW…LOTS of work! Anyways…again, thank you!
*hug*
Thank you SO much Tammy! This was a super-sweet comment and it made my day! π
You’ve totally sold me on Sex Love Repeat……eeepppp…..You really feed my one click addiction but oh how much I love it Thanks for making a period in my life that changed everything drastically a little more bearable <3
Renee!!!! You’ll love it. IT IS SOOOOOOO good, and the reviews are just as enthusiastic as I am! Ohhhhhh!! If you have the time, comment here (spoiler-free), and let us know your reactions. There WILL be reactions. LOL!
Book 4 of the Afterlife saga series by Stephanie Hudson was released today: The Quarter Moon. It is by no means bargain priced, probably because it is almost 800 pages! π I started reading this series as a result of the first book being posted on your blog a few weeks ago, and I literally haven’t stopped since I started.
So good to know, Heather! I’m intrigued in this whole “Crave the Drave” thing. ;). Do you know if this is the last installment or if there will be more? I’ll need to look that up.
Maryse, what are you currently reading?! π
Sara, I’m starting “Ashes to Ashes” by Karina Halle. What are you reading?
WTF!!!!! Um, that would be Worth the Fight (and my excitement over it!). What did you think I meant? π
Amy you just made me laugh out loud! Did you read it yet, or you’re just so excited that you’re about to? LOL!!!! π
Someone needs to snuggle… π
Hi! I was just doing my daily stalking…I mean browsing of your site, and freaked out when I saw my book posted and the wonderful things people wrote. Thank you, Maryse for mentioning it and taking the time to let us know about all the wonderful books out there.
I’m excited ’cause I’m gonna read it!! Well, after Avoiding Temptation that is. Although, after downing a Red Bull I’m thinking I better take a break from AT or my poor heart is going to hate me.
And yeah, I’ll be needing a snuggle after Jack and Ramsey finish working me over, lol! Oh lord, that sounded soooo dirty…
Haha, I meant mentioning my name, I just go so excited to see my name mentioned! Now I’m embarrassed for being such a fangirl of both your site and Marked. Geesh do I know how to embarrass myself.
just finished Ashes to Ashes…….love me some Sex Dex!!!! This book rocked my world, but I can’t deal with the cliffhanger…ahhhhh!!! When is the next book coming out?
Finishing Avoiding Temptation and then moving on to Ashes to Ashes- which I didn’t even know was out!
Lisa…
LOL!!! Nahhhhhh I love it. We are ALL fangirls of these books, and I’m thrilled that all of you take the time to let me know the ones that really affected you (whether it be touched you, or excited you or, made you cry, or made you fall in love…). The fact that you take the time to let me know THRILLS me.
I’m honored to see you guys come back each week and read with me (and freak-out over books with me).
I’m your guys’s fangirl! <--- yah... I don't even know if that's a "word". Phrase? LOL!
Ohhh cliffhangers!!!! I have a love/hate relationship with those.
They usually thrill me to no end (making me freak out at the craziness of it) but then… I have to wait (and mope).
Like at the end of EIT book #4. GAH!!!!!!!! π
Thank you for not making me feel so silly! I get a little spastic when I’m excited. I do the same when I talk about book boyfriends, like their really mine. It’s awesome to find a place with other crazy book people, makes me feel almost sane in my obsession!
Maryse, I read this genre all the time and I love it! I’m reading Mine by Katy Evans right now… I love Remy! However, sometimes I like to switch it up a bit. I recently read Horns by Joe Hill. First of all, I didn’t know if I would like it even after reading the synopsis… But I was wrong… It was a great book!!!, hard to describe, not too scary like you would think. Check it out if you can I think you would like it!!
That was awesome, LisaB! Lol!! Back to one-clicking and reading now, *cackling* the whole way…
*big squeeezy hug* to Lisa!
Cindy… THANK you!! Yes, I know of him (I purchased a couple of his book over Halloween) – he’s Steven King’s son!!
Thanks to Lisa’s recommendation a couple weeks ago, I did read Marked and loved it! Completely different and can’t wait for the next one, so thank you Lisa!
Nothing Left To Lose is a GREAT book!!! Best I’ve read in a while.
Maryse u have to read all the pretty lies by m Leighton it’s the 1st in a new series u will love it!!! 21 year old with 3 older brothers and father who are all cops and overprotective geez it has it all!! And hemi the hero pfffft tattoo artist with a secret who doesn’t do breakfast as u would say swooooooooon!!!
READ MARKED IMMEDIATELY!!!! Whew – glad to have that off my chest! π
LOL Rachel!! Yes ma’am!! π
I am a huge lurker of your web site. So far, EVERY recommendation has been spot on, until I read Arsen. Holy crap. That book just about ruined me. I actually cried real tears. Thank you very much for your insight! I am ready for more angst. Any other recommendations? Wait, I think I need another tissue. BTW, I was so smitten with Ben, and I know Arsen is, well, Arsen, but wow! Mia needs to write more books!
Ben rocked my world Sharon!!
Soooo excited for EIT #8. And then Reaver coming soon. Squeeeeee so excited.
I’ve just started EIT series, and am so intrigued so far! I love incredibly flawed characters.
For your next bargains list, can I meant ion Victoria Danann’s Black Swan saga. In release f book 6, all 6 books have been released in a box set for 99c. Each one of her individual books are Very Highly Rated with hundreds of 5 stars, this series has basically got me back into Paranormal again this year. They are a totally original take on Paranormal, with a bit of Science Fiction, a lot of humour, and a lot of steam. This boxed set is currently 23rd in Science Fiction and Fantasy on Amazon, and check out all those 5 star ratings already!!
I read Worth the Fight, and fans of the Accidentally on Purpose series should really check it out. It was great to really understand what Luke’s experience of everything has been. The time frame flows through the first 2 books in the series and beyond. I liked it a lot! And I like Luke a lot π
I’d also like to 2nd Cindy’s recommendation of Horns by Joe Hill. I loved it! He’s a phenomenal story-teller.
I finished The Marriage Game last night. It was really good! I’d recommend it if you’re looking for a light read with just a touch of angst. I have to warn though, there is sex, but we don’t get to read about it. That was disappointing! I’m spoiled by steam at this point, so I expect it! π
Just finished Ashes To Ashes and it was Dexcellent!!!! Just when I thought Karina Halle had out done herself again, she gets even more insanely awesome in the last few pages! WTF?!? Didn’t see that coming, at least not right now. For anyone that hasn’t read this series, you’re really missing out on some fun but creepy adventure and a beautiful, sexy, amazing relationship between Perry and Dex. Anything by Karina Halle is worth the read, but EIT is just a brilliant series.
I’m in a reading Rut, after Avoiding Temptation, I just can’t seem to get into a book. I read a couple from this list and I’m sure they had potential but I just skimmed through them π
I just finished Marked Part 1: The Missing Link by J.M. Sevilla and WOW! I can honestly say that I know why this scored 5stars on Amazon. What an amazing read……full of gritty suspense, an unbelievably hot Alpha Man and his incredibly spunky female counterpart. If you are a Kristen Ashley fan I dare say you need to but this one and at $.99 woohoo what a steal!! Get it know as It is definitely worth so much more.
I was beyond excited when I heard you mentioned my book. Thank you, it means a great deal to me! I loved reading what people had to say and am thrilled that people are loving Jay and Lily’s journey.
Maryse, your site is incredible, and such a wonderful place for people to connect and share their love of books with one another.
Just went to “1 click” Louder than Love. Guess What?? I already have it!! I need an intervention. π
I jus finished reading Gabriel’s Redemption by Sylvain
Reynard! Loved it so much that I am going back to
Book #1 and starting all over!
OH. MY. GOODNESS!
I just finished reading Lovely Vicious. Like, it’s two in the morning – and I work tomorrow – but I had to go online and tell you that you HAVE to read this book. It is SOOO much more than the blurb lets on. It was hilarious to the point of nearly waking my husband in bed next to me from my laughter. Yet at other points, it made me gasp and cry and it was… Perfect. I can’t say much without spoiling it, and I can’t believe I’m 40 years old and am so into this book, but it’s just amazing. I’d never heard of the author before, but I’ll be reading anything and everything she writes from here on out.
Maryse I love your website it’s like my bible I have so many books to read I may never sleep again. Currently re reading beautiful disaster cause it’s THE BEST and wanting to read again before I read beautiful wedding. It’s 12am here currently in OZ and with only 5 hours until I have to get up for work and can’t part with Travis just yet. Lol