Excerpt from Ink & Lies by S.L. Jennings
I just finished Ink & Lies last night and it’s AMAZING! I can’t wait to share my thoughts with you next week. In the meantime, enjoy this excerpt.
Review: Never Never: Part 3 by Colleen Hoover & Tarryn Fisher
After a disappointing book two I’m happy to say things are back on track with the quality of storytelling. For one thing, this time around Charlie is actually in the book full-time – not as a guest star. The mystery of Silas and Charlie’s recurring memory loss is just as intriguing as ever, and while I still consider it to be a page-turner, the story unfolds at a more languid pace. It’s a welcome break from the Xanax inducing tension in the previous two books. The developing relationship between this version of Silas and Charlie is fun and sweet. I’ve liked Silas from the beginning, and I really adore him in this book.
Surprise! Bonus Scene From The Deal by Elle Kennedy
The Deal by Elle Kennedy Series: Off-Campus #1 Is it Christmas already? My birthday? It must be because Elle Kennedy has given readers a special treat. She has written a bonus scene from The Deal – my #1 favorite book of 2015. If you didn’t get enough of Garrett and Hannah, you’ll definitely enjoy this special gift to fans.
Review ♥ Big Rock by Lauren Blakely
I can pretty much sum up my review in five words. I. Effing. Loved. This. Book. I wasn’t sure I would like it because I’m not into covers with mostly naked men—shocking, I know. I always feel like they’re overcompensating for a small…plot. And really the basis of the story isn’t anything deep or even original. Best friends pretend to be a couple, but eventually they cross the line between pretending and genuinely feeling something more. The End. Right? Except not so much in this case.
Review ♥ This Man Confessed by Jodi Ellen Malpas
I wrote less than stellar reviews for the first two books in the series so I’m happy to say that I thoroughly enjoyed this conclusion. This Man Confessed has everything I hope to find in a good romance: sizzling chemistry, wit, angst, tenderness, mystery, romance, and a few tear-jerkers. If only we had been gifted these starting with book one!
That’s a Wrap! January 2016
My reading goal this year is 100 books. That may seem like a crazy number of books, but I think I can do it. It’s definitely easier to read a book that I love versus a so-so book. 2016 started off with a bang with some truly awesome reads. Here’s a wrap up of books I reviewed in January. Click the link to read my review.
Review ♥ Getting Rough by C. L. Parker
Getting Rough is the second book in the Monkey Business trio. It continues the enemies to lovers story of Shaw and Cassidy, two competitive sports agents. The first book, Playing Dirty, heavily emphasized their animosity, and I enjoyed their verbal sparring and underhanded rivalry—not to mention their smoking hot chemistry. This book, however, focuses more on their transition from adversaries to acquaintances to lovers.
Cover Reveal ♥ Us by Sarina Bowen & Elle Kennedy
To say I was a fan of Him by Sarina Bowen and Elle Kennedy would be a huge understatement. I’ve been counting down the days until the sequel, Us, is released. In the meantime, I’ve been stalking them keeping my eyes open for any information and – lo and behold – we have a cover! This should tide me over for the next month or so. I guess.
Cover Reveal ♥ Hard Ball by CD Reiss
Oh. My. Gosh. Excuse me while I wipe the drool from my chin, but have you seen the cover for Hard Ball by CD Reiss?! Her book has a new title, a new cover, and an updated blurb. I can’t wait to meet Dash Wallace.
Title & Cover Reveal ♥ RoomHate by Penelope Ward
I knew Penelope Ward was coming out with a hot new romance on February 15th, but the title and cover were hush hush. I’ve got all the deets on RoomHate for you now! I’m definitely adding this to my TBR pile.
Review: He Will Be My Ruin by K.A. Tucker
The book blurb should have the following warning: “You’d better hold on tight because you’re about to embark on one hell of a suspenseful rollercoaster.” Instead, the blurb says this book is, “sexy,” and, “hot.” I think that’s misleading. This isn’t a racy romance novel with a little whodunit thrown in. Yes, there are some romantic aspects that help propel the plot, but He Will Be My Ruin is first and foremost an edgy, hardcore, emotional thriller that kept me guessing until the end.
Teaser Tuesday ♥ Always Room For Cupcakes by Bethany Lopez
I just finished reading Always Room for Cupcakes by Bethany Lopez and I’m happy to reveal some teasers for you. My review is to come, but I will tell you it’s a romantic comedy/suspense that will be released on February 2nd. The book is currently up for pre-order now so go grab your copy!