Sunday, September 30, 2018

Paradise Rocked by Kacey Hamford

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Book: Paradise Rocked
Series: Rocked Series #3
Author: Kacey Hamford
Genre: Holiday Romance

Synopsis

Paradise Rocked

Elle has found paradise. Her whole family is together again to celebrate her sister's wedding, the island is beautiful and her life is exactly how she wants it. 
She wasn't looking for love but she may just make the most of a holiday romance. 
Little did she know her slice of paradise was about to be rocked. 

Luca's life is everything he ever imagined it would be, it was all going to plan, until he met Elle. He has had plenty of holiday flings but this one may just be something special. He just has to convince her that they could make it more, convince her to stay in paradise. Or will a secret from his past ruin what they have? 

Would they overcome their Rocked paradise?


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Prologue

Dear Diary,
My friends and family have started calling me Elle. I was given my name Noelle, as I was born on December 22nd. 

Being the daughter of a rockstar was sometimes tough. Especially when it was used against me in college. I thought he loved me but it was all a game to him, to get what he wanted. He broke my heart and my bank account. I vowed from that moment on that I’d never date anyone that didn’t have fame or money. Then I wouldn’t get used again. 

I’d find my one true love, one day…

Elle x x

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I write as Kacey Hamford and I have been self published for four years and I love everything about writing. The characters talking in my head, finding the right cover and showing you all the finished products. 

Writing romance is my go to, it relaxes me and I love giving my characters their happily ever afters. My series consist of rockstars, biker men, young adult romance and sexy christmas books. 

I live in Cornwall with my partner and cats. I own and run my own dog grooming business and writing is my escape from real life.

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Saturday, September 29, 2018

Test by Cora Brent ~ Release & Review


Title: Test
Series: A Gentry Generations Story
Author: Cora Brent
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: September 27, 2018



PAIGE
He seems like nothing but arrogance with a beer in one hand and some clueless girl in the other. I can read Derek Gentry like he’s a neon sign that says ‘I AM A TERRIBLE IDEA.’
And I’m not tempted, no matter how hot he is.
I’ve heard the rumors. I know his story.
But I’ve got my own scars. I don’t need his.
Despite his muscled, blue-eyed Adonis kind of staggering good looks, he’s heartbreak wrapped in a seductive package.
However I never planned on falling into his arms on the worst night of my life.
I never planned on initiating a chain reaction of events that neither of us saw coming.
And I never planned on needing him so much I can hardly stand it. 
DEREK
Everyone has a history.
Mine’s a little worse than most.
I’ve hurt my family. I’ve hurt people I never knew. I’ve hurt myself.
And I’ve been hiding at the bottom of a bottle for so long I’m not sure how to do things differently.
Paige always struck me as the sort of uptight girl who would never give anyone a break. Little did I know what kind of mysteries she’s been keeping inside. Now I can’t get her out of my head.
We could help each other.
Or we could destroy each other.
Right now it’s anyone’s guess…


I flushed and tried to choke out a laugh. “It’s funny how I can’t seem to stop embarrassing myself in front of you.” Derek shook his head like he thought I was being ridiculous. “Stop being embarrassed.” He started moving the piles of cassettes over to the desk and then switched off the power button on the stereo. I had no idea why. Maybe he was just trying to help clean up. Then he got on the bed beside me, stretched out and extended his arm. “Come here,” he whispered. I obeyed. Slowly, because I wasn’t sure what he had in mind. But Derek wasn’t after sex. He didn’t touch me while I got comfortable. Settling against his strong body seemed like the most natural act in the world. It didn’t feel dirty or even erotic. He switched off the bedside lamp, wrapped his arms around me and let me fall asleep with my cheek next to his beating heart. And there I slept all night, more soundly than I thought possible...




So I haven't kept up with the Gentry clan if I'm being honest, despite that , I was able to follow this story just fine. I will say that the blurb drew me into the story. This story is about two people who's had struggles and have learned to move on from it. Paige had a troubled childhood, deserted by her mom but raised by incredible grandparents. She's more than ok with chillin at home by herself. Her friends drag her out for a night and that changes her world so much. A night she will never forget and will change her. She does however see Derek in a whole different light. This starts their romance. They have a sweet relationship. If you're looking for a book with tons of sex, then you don't want to pick up this book. Derek has a troubled past. He got himself into some trouble and is now trying to stay clean and be on the straight and narrow. He's got demons that won't shut up. When he meets Paige, he's able to focus on her instead of what he really wants. This book was beautifully written. I gotta say that Kellan is a hoot! That kid, you never know what's gonna come out of his mouth! He was fun! I really did like this book! I'm also glad Derek and Paige were able to find some closure and find happiness with each other.



Cora Brent was born in a cold climate and escaped as soon as it was legally possible. Now, she lives in the desert with her husband, two kids and a prickly pear cactus she has affectionately named ‘Spot’. Cora’s closet is filled with boxes of unfinished stories that date back her 1980’s childhood and all her life she has dreamed of being an author. Amazingly, she is now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling writer of contemporary romance and begs not to be awakened from this dream.

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Hidden Hearts by Lindsay Detwiler




Title: Hidden Hearts
Lines in the Sand Prequel Novella
Author: Lindsay Detwiler
Publisher: Hot Tree Publishing
Genre: Contemporary/MM Romance
Release Date: September 29, 2018



Blurb

Not all secrets can stay hidden when it comes to love.

“All along, Reed Wilder’s been this crazy rebel just waiting for me to let my guard down. And so, here we are, standing at the bar waiting to get the party started.”

Sexy entrepreneur Lysander Wyatt has always believed in happily-ever-after thanks to his picture-perfect family. Now orphaned, he’s made a family of his own at his popular beach bar, Midsummer Nights. There’s just one thing missing—the forever kind of love he’s been looking for.

Reed Wilder, a guarded corporate man from Philadelphia, is looking for himself when he moves to Ocean City, Maryland. However, a rocky childhood makes him afraid of commitment. When he walks into Midsummer Nights and meets the attractive bartender who owns it, he’ll have to decide if love might actually be worth the risk. Will Lysander and Reed get on the same page about commitment, or will they continue hiding the true desires and fears of their hearts?

This sweet m/m standalone 35,000-word novella is also a prequel to the popular Lines in the Sand series.







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An English teacher, an author, and a fan of anything pink and/or glittery, Lindsay's the English teacher cliché; she loves cats, reading, Shakespeare, and Poe.

She currently lives in her hometown with her husband, Chad (her junior high sweetheart); their cats, Arya, Amelia, Alice, Marjorie, and Bob; and their mastiff, Henry.

Lindsay's goal with her writing is to show the power of love and the beauty of life while also instilling a true sense of realism in her work. Some reviewers have noted that her books are not the “typical romance.” With her novels coming from a place of honesty, Lindsay examines the difficult questions, looks at the tough emotions, and paints the pictures that are sometimes difficult to look at. She wants her fiction to resonate with readers as realistic, poetic, and powerful. Lindsay wants women readers to be able to say, “I see myself in that novel.” She wants to speak to the modern woman’s experience while also bringing a twist of something new and exciting. Her aim is for readers to say, “That could happen,” or “I feel like the characters are real.” That’s how she knows she's done her job.

Lindsay's hope is that by becoming a published author, she can inspire some of her students and other aspiring writers to pursue their own passions. She wants them to see that any dream can be attained and publishing a novel isn’t out of the realm of possibility.


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Friday, September 28, 2018

MISS by Harloe Rae ~ Release & Review




Title: MISS
A #BitterSweetHeat Standalone
Author: Harloe Rae
Genre: New Adult/Second Chance Romance
Release Date: September 28, 2018



Blurb

Delilah Sage was my comfort within all the pain.
Offering open arms when I needed an escape.
The only one trusted to be there for me.
But our dreams were doomed from the start.
And I left her clinging to false hope.

Regret has plagued me for years.
The memories of Delilah refuse to fade.
Each second of every day, I want to claim her as mine.
But I won’t ruin her life.
And she’s better off without me.

When a job lands me in town, I plan to keep my distance.
My scars are mine alone.
Dredging up the past will only cause deeper damage.
But Delilah has always been my weakness.
And resisting her isn’t an option.

After all, there’s far too much for us to miss.







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“Why are you being like this?” I ask softly.
 His voice is even more flat when he says, “Not sure what you mean. This is me.”
“You’re acting so detached and strange. This isn’t like you.”
“Well, you don’t know me anymore.”
That response brings fury and betrayal roaring to the surface again. “And whose fault is that, Zeke?” I grab a nearby mug with the intention of throwing it at his head. He’s giving me worse mood swings than Aunt Flo.
 “We both know the answer. Let’s not play guessing games.”
“You’re ridiculous. I don’t understand you at all,” I say.
“A lot happens in five years. You’re not the only one who’s changed.” He gestures around the store.
“What is that supposed to mean? Are you upset about my career choice?”
“Nah, that isn’t it.”
“What then? Let’s stop dancing around. You came here for a reason,” I point out.
A flush races up his neck, painting the stubbled skin an angry red. “All of this is proof you never needed me. Not like I fucking depend on you.”






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Review

A sugary sweet love story with a bit of darkness.
I didn't read book one in this series and am assuming it's not necessary to read these in order since I didn't feel like I was missing anything or lost at any point.
Delilah is a pretty awesome chick. She's picked herself up and made a life for herself, she may not be the most outgoing but she doesn't let Zeke walk all over her.
He has issues, some she saw first hand others he developed over the years. Their love is the kind that should be able to overcome anything, it's the brain that needs help in this story.
I enjoyed the book, the characters grew on me quickly. 
I did feel that at times the book seemed to slow to almost a crawl followed by portions where it seemed to go really fast instead of a steady build up but it was still enjoyable.


Author Bio

Harloe Rae is an Amazon Top 100 bestselling author. Her passion for writing and reading has taken on a whole new meaning. Each day is an unforgettable adventure.


Harloe is a Minnesota gal with a serious addiction to romance. She’s always chasing an epic happily ever after. When she’s not buried in the writing cave, Harloe can be found hanging with her hubby and son. If the weather permits, she loves being lakeside or out in the country with her horses.

Harloe is the author of Redefining Us, Forget You Not, Watch Me Follow, GENT, and MISS. These titles are available on Amazon. Her upcoming romance, MISS, releases September 28th.


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Without Judgment by Aubrey Bondurant




Title: Without Judgment
Series: The Without Series #3
Author: Aubrey Bondurant
Genre: Contemporary Adult Romance
Release Date: September 28, 2018



Blurb

Do you know what I got for always being the good girl?  A cheating ex, fake friends, and now a scandal that has even my own father ashamed of me.

No one believes it isn’t me on the video.  My new bodyguard is no exception.  Mason is not only my brother’s best friend,
but my newly assigned babysitter who wishes he was anywhere but here. 

He’s both hot and judgmental.  It’s a maddening combination that has me wanting to push all his buttons.

With his bad boy vibe, alpha demeanor and the way he calls me princess, I'm convinced my draw to him is madness. Until I learn under the tattoos and piercings there may be more than meets the eye. Turns out I may not be the only one fighting the attraction.

I’m determined not to be the helpless girl everyone thinks I am, even if it means taking drastic measures. 

The question is whose side will Mason be on in the end?







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Aubrey Bondurant is a working mom who loves to write, read and travel. 

She describes her writing style as: "Adult Contemporary Erotic Romantic Comedy," which is just another way of saying she likes her characters funny, her bedroom scenes hot, and her romances with a happy ending. 

When Aubrey isn't working her day job, or spending time with her family, she's on her laptop typing away on her next story. She only wishes there were more hours of the day!

She's a former member of the US Marine Corps and passionate about veteran charities and giving back to the community. She loves a big drooly dog, a fantastic margarita, and football. 


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Gravel Road by Stephie Walls




Title: Gravel Road
Author: Stephie Walls
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: September 28, 2018



Blurb

I fell in love with Austin before I even knew what the word meant. 

Miranda was the only girl who ever had a chance at owning my heart.  

Defined by the land we grew up on—ranches, pastures, lakes—Mason Belle, Texas, wrote our story. And then it tore out the pages. 

Six years later, Miranda had managed to slip away again. But this time, I refused to let her run.


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Stephie Walls is a lover of words—the more poetic the better. She lives on the outskirts of Greenville, South Carolina in her own veritable zoo with two dogs, three cats, the Mister, and Magoo (in no preferential order).

She would live on coffee, books, and Charlie Hunnam if it were possible, but since it’s not, add in some Chinese food or sushi and she’s one happy girl.


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