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Latest Bargain e-Books – September 19th 2014

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Happy Friday (and may we all have a whole weekend to indulge ourselves in our TBR lists). 😉 I found us some popular and “new-to-me” bargains, plus a few brand spankin’ new releases that sound just right!

<— Like this one. Oh YES!!!! The Wright Brother By Marie Hall, and it sounds awesome and it was just released today!!

Deaf and colorblind, I was a loner. My world was bleak, silent and empty, until her. Until I met my neighbor, Elisa Jane Adrian. I want her. I need her. The fractured part of me feels whole when she’s around. Like the world isn’t so dark, isn’t so bleak, and so still. I know it’s impossible, but when I look at Elisa I swear I can see color, can hear the gentle inhalations of her breath. I know she feels it too, this magic, this desperate desire…

Oh wow, I bet this’ll be intense, so I’ve just got to “taste-test” this!! Others that are making my one-clicker antsy? One To Tell The Grandkids <— I love pregnant single women and love triangles… (at least, that’s where I think this is going…) and The Best Laid Plans (now famous & gorgeous rock star and his mean-girl? bully crush…), and On the Surface (famous NFL player punches out a guy defending a girl in line for his autograph… *swoon*)

P.S. Let me know if I’m missing any or if you loved any (from this list or elsewhere).

P.P.S. Also, while these “look” great (and/or have awesome reviews and recommendations), unless I have my own personal review link next to it, I likely haven’t read it myself… I just found it and wanted to share it in case it’s awesome. So if you read it, let me know if it’s awesome. LOL! :D

NOTE: bargain priced when I added them, but prices can change on Amazon, so make sure to check before you finalize your order.

Todays latest reader recommendations and bargain ebook finds:

  • Without End: A Melrose Shops Novel by A.R. Senault <— Jennifer recommends this one, saying: “I had the pleasure of beta reading this book a few months ago. It was really quite good and has stuck with me. It was very well written and the story was original.“
  • The Best Laid Plans (A Very Sexy Romance) by Tamara Mataya <— Oh this looks like fun with plenty of great reviews. “Malcolm Black notices his high school crush, Jayne, from the stage of her company’s work party. His adolescent feelings for her died beneath months of abuse at the hands of bullies. Abuse that was Jayne’s fault. Though this scorching hot studio musician is unrecognizable as the band geek he used to be, the hurt still lives inside him, and he hatches a plan: Seduce Jayne into falling in love with him, and then shatter her heart.“
  • Always Yours (Always Series) by Kari March <— sounds angsty!! He’s from a wealthy family and love of his life left him, and she’s been left behind, too. “When Cam and Cara spot each other across the bar at Maggie’s Place four years later, neither of them are interested in starting a relationship. They’re both a little unsure and completely untrusting. They try to fight the intense immediate attraction, realizing right off, the seriousness of their chemistry, but as hard as they try, they can’t.“
  • Consensual (Consensual Series Book 1) by Livia Jamerlan <— sort of… office romance? “Peyton Haas is sexy, dangerous, and forbidden. The defense attorney on Braelynn’s first legal case is the only man who can cloud her judgment. Unable to stay away, she finds herself lying to everyone around her so she can spend time with the man who makes her feel things she never felt before—things she never dreamed possible…“
  • On the Surface (In the Zone) by Kate Willoughby <— FAMOUS NHL PLAYER ALERT!! Okay YES for me on this one. Sounds like something I wanna play with very soon! “Erin Collier is a pediatric nurse who’s never seen a hockey game, but gets in line for Tim’s autograph at a PR event in hopes of impressing the doctor she has a crush on. When an obnoxious fan gets pushy toward Erin, Tim rushes to defend the pretty stranger, throwing a punch in the process…” *swoooooon!!!* Er… is it bad that i just swooned ’cause some guy just punched out another guy? *snort* I mean… it was while defending a woman, so it’s okay, right? 😉
  • One To Tell The Grandkids by Kristina M. Sanchez <— Amy found us this one saying: “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… …it looks like it’s going to get complicated in a very good way! *bouncing leg and rubbing hands together*” Ohhhhhh YES!!!! This sounds right up my angsty romance alley!! “Since she was a teenager, Taryn Sato skirted the edge of disastrous decisions. When she found herself pregnant after a one night stand with a complete stranger, she knew she was giving her family an opportunity to say “I told you so.” Caleb Ryder was more of a big brother than best friend to Slate McKenzie. When Slate found out he was going to be a father, Caleb promised to be there for him. Though Caleb was the type of man to learn from his mistakes, history threatened to repeat itself in the form of Slate’s baby’s mother, Taryn.” Thanks for the find, Amy!!! 😀
  • Unexpected (The Unexpected Series Book 1) by Amy Marie <— I liked the cover & title and it has a bunch of good reviews so far, and so… I checked out the blurb. Sounds angsty! “When her visions of a marriage proposal are met with the ultimate betrayal, Erin finds herself in the arms of sexy and strong-willed distraction, Walker Prescott. Her summer becomes life changing as she realizes Walker has left her with a tiny piece of himself and no way to find him…until he suddenly shows up and turns her world upside down…“
  • The Hook Up (Game On Book 1) by Kristen Callihan <— I’m bringing this one back from a recent list, ’cause it seems to be getting a ton of GREAT reviews…
  • The Summer We Fell by Amber Garza <— LOVE TRIANGLE? She finally starts dating her crush but her best friend is suddenly changing… “He’s always been like a brother to me. But lately things have changed. He’s different, and I’m starting to see him in a new light. Our relationship is evolving in a way I never thought possible. I don’t want to lose him, but am I willing to give up Adam for him?“
  • Lost To Me by Jamie Blair <— She’s brutally attacked on her prom night… “Now, Lauren relives the events leading up to prom, unraveling the clues that should have warned her of the trauma to come. Like Kolton ’s malicious ex-girlfriend, who’ll do anything to rip them apart. Or Kolton’s mentally unstable brother…“
  • Resurrection (The Dominion Series Book 4) by S.E. Lund <— JUST RELEASED!!
  • Unstoppable (The Callahans Book 3) by Melody Grace <— JUST RELEASED!!
  • The Wright Brother by Marie Hall <— JUST RELEASED!! That’s the one up there! 😀
  • Wild Card (Elite Ops) by Lora Leigh <— Okay, so it’s not bargain priced, but it comes HIGHLY recommended by Lisa: “Anyone read Lora Leigh, Elite Ops series!! Awesome. So many alpha males, each have their own story and so do their women!! Addictive!! On the last one now!!! Waaa!! Never want it to end!!” and Cristin loves her too! “Yes, Lisa M! I *love* Elite Ops!! One of my absolute favorites.“
  • Falling In: (Intermix) (The Surrender Trilogy) by Lydia Michaels <— HOMELESS GIRL ALERT!! All the books in this series are bargain priced and highly recommended by my friends Kandace & Lori!! Kadnace says: “It’s about a girl who has lived her entire life on the street and a rich guy. It sounds simple but it is way more than that.” Lori says: “Love this trilogy so hard! It’s really great, unusual h, alpha H who adores her, awesome. I see a reread coming.” and Bookster is loving ’em, too: “The main character is first described in a way that totally draws you into the story.”
  • Breaking Out (The Surrender Trilogy) by Lydia Michaels <— #2!
  • Coming Home (The Surrender Trilogy) by Lydia Michaels <— and #3! 😀
  • Soldier On by Sydney Logan <— great reviews on this one!! She resents the military (having lost her father during the war) but… “When faced with the realization that she’s fallen in love with a soldier, can Steph’s wounds from the past be healed with love in her present . . . and in her future?”
  • Dreaming of You (Gamblers Book 2) by Lisa Kleypas <— also not bargain priced but HIGHLY recommended. It’s an “oldie” but goodie… and it’s new to me, since I haven’t read it yet. Bev recommended it to Amy: “Derek Craven !!! The glasses scene?♥ And when his “cockney shows”? When I read that book I could totally understand why he topped so many favorite lists…. Derek Craven and his cockney is from Lisa Kleypas’ Dreaming of You. But seriously Amy if you like the swoon in romance give it a shot.” and Michelle says: “Bev, I’ve had a crazy productive reading week and even finished two Kleypas books you recommended, Dreaming of You and Because You’re Mine. They were both fantastic and I’m instantly in lust with her books! The plots and characters are so rich!” and she also said… “Now I’m thinking of Derek Craven….mmmm ok need to focus” <— I LIKE THAT REACTION!! Love fog!!!
  • Heart of the West by Penelope Williamson <— another Bev recommendation saying: “Heart of the West by Penelope Williamson is another that, well flirts with a triangle that I just love.” Holy moly it’s over 800 pages!!!
                    

PRE-ORDERS (most for this upcoming Monday & Tuesday!!) 😀 :

      

Book Review – Worth the Fall by Claudia Connor

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Worth the Fall: The McKinney Brothers
I was soooo in the mood for a book like this. It was a total “new-to-me” surprise in a recent release list with a premise that had my heart, right from the start. I just knew this would be my next. And… it’s not because I read many “military” romance books (although I have no idea why, ’cause to me, these guys are the ultimate heroes while retaining their bad-ass alpha-ness). Perfect for me. I should read more of ’em!

I dunno… there was just something calling me about a Navy SEAL on leave, attempting to heal (or escape) from a tragedy… spending a week alone on a beach. His memories are haunting him. That part already had my heart, but when I realized he and a single mother (and her children) become friends in the process? I just HAD to experience that!

And I’m so glad many of you loved it with me!

bev: Worth the fall, just got this yesterday when I saw someone else rec it.  I like that the heroine’s situation may be a little different than what I usually read.

Maryse: Okay I’m in 2% and already love it like crazy…

Jessica: Worth the fall is absolutely amazing! He’s one of my fav book heroes ever

Victoria: I’ve read over 200 books this year and Worth the Fall is one of my top ten for 2014! I cannot recommend enough for readers that enjoy contemporary romances. Hard to believe this is the authors debut novel. To say I am impressed would be an understatement. This is a MUST read, feel good book! Loved it!

Jill: I’m 37% in and having lots of feels and heart aching for both the main characters in Worth the Fall! So far so good! 🙂

Maryse: Yep… I’m loving “Worth The Fall” 😀

Lori: Loved Worth the Fall, it made me sob my guts out, in a good way.

bev: I finished Worth the Fall. Once I started it I couldn’t stop.

Cheryl:  …finishing Worth The Fall (which I really enjoyed-Matt *swoon*)

It was everything I had envisioned, (nothing too twisty or angsty, although there are a few surprise scenes of *that* I definitely “Ohhhh noooooooooo’d” a few times). But mostly just pure sweetness…

As he approached the shore, a small football landed off to his right with a splash and he glanced around for the thrower. No one was anywhere near him in the ocean, but a little boy stood at the water’s edge, watching him.

Matt squinted against the reflecting sun and waded onto the beach, NERF ball in hand. “Here you go.”

The boy looked to be around five or so and stared silently up at Matt as he took the ball.

Deed done, Matt turned to go. He hadn’t taken two steps before something wet hit his shoulder. He sighed at the small blue and yellow football at his feet.

When he looked back, the expression on the kid’s face reminded him of a dog, after dropping a ball at your feet for the tenth time.

You probably don’t want to play with me, but I sure wish you would.

Awwwwwwwww!!!!!! *my heart*

Moments of pining…

His deep voice vibrated through and around her as he greeted the children. That alone caused a flutter in her stomach.

Settle down. He’s only a man.

Pure moments of joy and happiness.

The velvety sound of her laughter as her two-year-old Tasmanian devil spun across the sand brought a strange twisty feeling to his chest.

He liked watching her when she didn’t know. There were no games. No trying to impress him. Just beautiful and real. The kind of woman a man would do everything in his power to keep.

Moments of personal anguish,

Bunkmates. Teammates. Best friends.

Until that friend had come home in a body bag.

Matt stared at the ocean below his condo balcony, fighting the gory memories, teetering between punching the wall and crying like a baby.

and fear.

A sick feeling slithered through her. The scene was too perfect, too real. Just the type that always preceded a crushing blow.

Walk away now. Before you get attached. Before you get hurt.

Moments of doubt. Moments of sadness. <— I’ll let you get to those on your own… 😉

Two people healing, coping, trying to find their own peace and happiness amongst painful memories.

The gold band caught the light and she worked it until it slipped over her knuckle. It wasn’t an unbreakable circle, like she’d wanted to believe. It was a hole and she’d stood alone in it all her life.

WOW!!!! Deep. So deep. So many eloquently worded thoughts and emotions just like that one.

Two. At first, only wanting to be alone. Leary of connecting, but unable to resist each other’s pull. They become friends. Great friends… and all the while, believing that they will be able to walk away (as friends) at the end of their vacation.

There was no risk of being left, she was leaving too. And, really, how attached could she get to someone in three days?

Mmmmhmmm. You get the picture?

Even though they believe it is better to leave it as is once the week is over… their connection is just too strong, so when that week comes to an end… *oomph*!!!

And what made this one better was just how great the writing was. How personal it was. How clever the scenes were, that introduced the two to each other. How many times it made me awwwww out loud. How realistic the internal dialogue was. How AH-MAAAAZING, how sweet and gentle, and protective he is… of her, and her little ones. I felt him, and I couldn’t help but love him like crazy.

But he’s only on temporary leave, you see. He’s a SEAL through and through. A hero, a protector. And no matter how badly he wants to love and be loved… his loyalty is to his team. He’s got a job he loves, and a promise to fulfill. Throw in her fear of becoming attached, of being left, yet again, and your heart will be aching with them, non-stop.

And therein lies much of the angst. Much of the push and pull.

Just a great, sweet romance story overall. It has a bit of everything, not too much of anything (except her over-focus on what she believes is the “inevitable” which of course introduces a bit too much personal drama, but then again, she did have plenty to hurt about). But the emotion, the connection, the clever, silly-sweet scenes, that family feel and the slow burn? It’s all there. I lived this one with them, smiled with them, giggled with them… hurt with them. And for that, I would definitely recommend it, especially if you’re looking for pure romance, pure heartwarming love with a some definite angsty touches.

4 stars!

➔➔➔  Looking for more of my must-read recommendations? Browse my 5 star and 4.5 star and 4 star reviews. 😀

➔➔➔ Love this genre? Check out more of my love after loss and/or military romance features and reviews on my blog!

Lydia Michaels – The Surrender Trilogy Reading Order

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<— Okay I had never heard of this one until yesterday when two of my reading buddies (we have very similar book-taste) buddy-read this series together and loved it. Then… they let me in on the fun!!! Yep… I NEED THIS!!!!

Kandace: Maryse, Lori and are reading Falling In by Lydia Michaels and we are loving it hard. It’s a trilogy. We both are past the 80% mark of bk 1. I can’t explain it but it is really drawing us in. This is a series that I haven’t seen much talk about and I think it truly deserve to be recognized. The feels are all over the place. It’s about a girl who has lived her entire life on the street and a rich guy. It sounds simple but it is way more than that. I think a lot of your followers would love this book. I’m hoping the rest of the books keep the same momentum. I just thought I would share with you. … It did take until about chapter three for me to really get into it.

Maryse: Okay this sounds great!!! I am going to look it up in the morning and get started!  Thanks guys!

Kandace: I love discovering the hidden ones. …it’s third POV which I usually don’t like but it works in this story.

Maryse: Ahhh yeah. I’m good with 3rd person.

Lori: Oh the feels are all over the place. How have we never heard of this??

Kandace: ^^^ exactly Lori. How many more are out there *sighs*

Lori: Has she written anything else? I wonder when this released? Cause they’re all out…

Kandace: I just finished book 3. I truly loved this series. Book 1 and 3 were my favorite, I’m going on 4 hrs of sleep right now because I couldn’t stop reading. I’ll be honest, I didn’t love a section in book 2. Only because I’m selfish and I wanted it to not go there. But it did enhance the story.

Maryse: Oh well I’m very intrigued about this part you mention in #2…

Lori: of course you are Maryse! lol bring on the angst…

Bethany: Kandace now I really wanna read book #2!!!

Maryse: I know right??!! Now book #2 seems like it’s gonna be my favorite. I’m so mean to the characters! I want that angst!! 😛

About book #1:

With a dark past that would have shattered most people, Evelyn “Scout” Keats is doing what no one in her bleak world thinks possible—getting off the streets and leaving her impoverished life behind. She’s a new maid at the luxurious Patras Hotel, and aims to keep her job no matter what. But that doesn’t mean she’s going to sacrifice her dignity, or let anyone into her heart. The risk of losing either is just too great.

When hotel tycoon Lucian Patras discovers Evelyn in a compromising position, he uses everything at his disposal to seduce her—a proposition that both surprises and frightens her.

Ignorant to her true circumstances, Lucian relentlessly pursues Scout as a prize to be won. But he is soon given an unforgettable lesson in love and sacrifice when he learns how far Scout has gone to gain her independence and discovers that there are some things money can never buy.

  

Latest Paranormal & Contemporary Romance Book Releases – September 16th 2014

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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

            

CONTEMPORARY

PRE-ORDERS:
  • Apolonia by Jamie McGuire <— expected release date October 6th 2014

                                                                                

A few books just went live, and a few just went on super-sale!

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A few fabulous deals and brand spankin’ new releases that I just could not wait until tomorrow to list. 😉 (Oh and here is yesterday’s mini-list –Suddenly Sunday Sales – 09-14-2014 – in case you missed it).

NOTE: bargain priced when I added them, but prices can change on Amazon, so make sure to check before you finalize your order. 😀

Kandace: Lori and I decided to buddy read the Strapped series by Nina G Jones. We were both in the mood for an alpha dominate CEO type book. This series starts off as your typical FSoG type story but then slowly morphs in to something different. The two MC are not on my top fav couples list but I truly enjoyed the hot sex scenes and the suspense. This story was so twisty and suspenseful. I had hard time guessing who the good guys and villain(s) were. I’d definitely recommend this story if you’re looking for a darker FSoG story that messes with your mind. It’s not a 5 star read for me but I did enjoy the entire package.

Lori: yes, the twists were what got me, it seems so typical but it’s going in a whole other direction… I’m really liking the suspense and the fact that I have no idea what’s coming…

Kandace: That’s what I liked the most about the story. I wasn’t necessarily in to them but I was in to the mind duck of what was really going on and who are the good and bad guys. They both are kind of ducked up. I few of the sex scenes were disturbingly hot

Lori: I think “disturbingly” might be the right word there LOL

Maryse: I’m intrigued… 😉

            

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