Thursday, March 29, 2012

Review: Lawe's Justice by Lora Leigh

Lawe's Justice
Lora Leigh
Series: Breeds #26
Publisher: Berkley
Publish Date: December 6, 2011
Audio Book {11 hrs 25 min}
Source: Public Library
Genre: Paranormal
Diane Broen, Lawe Justice
Challenge: 100+
Buy the Book: Amazon

In Lora Leigh's scorching new Breed novel, two adversaries are destined to explore the only thing they have in common: an irresistible mating heat...

Diane Broen's lived to protect her younger sister Rachel from harm. But now that Rachel has been mated off, Diane's occupied herself with less fulfilling tasks at the Genetics Council--until she's paired with a new team member, a Breed male notorious for his attitude, and a touch that makes her recoil.

Lawe isn't thrilled with her either. A lion at heart, he prefers a lair of solitude. When it comes to females, he'd rather snarl than purr. And while fate may have paired them to fight on the same team, neither is willing to admit to the obvious: the mating heat between them is positively incinerating.

It's only when danger threatens that they make a hotter-than-hell connection--one so explosive it could destroy them. Or, as providence reveals, bind them together, forever.
The overall story was enjoyable in regards to the action portion. I got caught up in the feral breed storyline and the changes little Amber was going through. She seemed like a very adorable little girl with all her purring.

Lawe was the typical Lora Leigh alpha male that wanted his woman sitting at home. Diane was the exact opposite of the sitting at home type. And she refused to bend or compromise on that matter. The only time these two weren’t fighting or arguing about her giving up her work, was when they were having sex. And a lot they had.

It wasn’t until the end that Lawe ended up compromising for her. Which I didn’t like that she didn’t meet him half way so that it at least would look like she loved him enough to give some instead of Lawe being the only one.

Usually Lora Leigh’s books tend to be heavy on the sex and short on the characters, and this one wasn’t that far off. But I will say that in this one the only character that fell short to me was Diane. I didn’t care for her throughout much of her interaction with Lawe. The only time I did like her was during the time she spent with Amber. Her time with the infant was the only time she seemed to show any signs of love.
Read by Briana Bronte
Duration: 11 hours 25 minutes
Penguin Audio

Narration: B

Briana handled both the male and female voices well. With Lora's books, there tends to be some crude, vulgar language from time to time, but Briana managed to handle that as well. She didn't distract me from the book with her grasp of the character voices like some narrators tend to do.
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Waiting on Wednesday {89}: Sunrise Point @RCarrWriter

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill @ Breaking the Spine. It is showcases upcoming releases of books that I'm looking forward to. It is somewhat similar to one of my previous posts, Anxiously Awaiting. {Button courtesy of Bewitched Bookworms}

Sunrise Point
Robyn Carr
April 24, 2012

Tom Cavanaugh may think he wants a traditional woman, but in Virgin River, the greatest tradition is falling in love unexpectedly....

Former marine Tom Cavanaugh’s come home to Virgin River, ready to take over his family’s apple orchard and settle down. He knows just what the perfect woman will be like: sweet, decent, maybe a little naive. The marrying kind.

Nothing like Nora Crane. So why can’t he keep his eyes off the striking single mother?

Nora may not have a formal education, but she graduated with honors from the school of hard knocks. She’s been through tough times and she’ll do whatever it takes to support her family, including helping with harvest time at the Cavanaugh’s orchard. She’s always kept a single-minded focus on staying afloat...but suddenly her thoughts keep drifting back to rugged, opinionated Tom Cavanaugh.

Both Nora and Tom have their own ideas of what family means. But they’re about to prove each other completely wrong..
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Monday, March 26, 2012

Western Blog Tour: #Giveaway with Katie Lane & R.C. Ryan


Shirlene Dalton has it all: a dream marriage to a man who spoils her rotten and the most outrageous mansion Bramble, Texas, has ever seen. But when her husband unexpectedly dies, Shirlene finds herself right back where she started-in a rundown trailer on the wrong side of the tracks. Never the type to let a little bad luck and a whole heap of heartache get her down, Shirlene is ready to prove to the local gossips she can make it on her own... until she ends up living next door to the most tempting cowboy in town.

Billy Wilkes has a score to settle and a plan to wipe Bramble right off the map. But when his sexy, redheaded neighbor figures out what he's up to, his good ol' boy charm won't be enough to save him. With the town on his tail, Billy will have to come clean quick -- or kiss Shirlene goodbye.


A WYOMING SKY NOVEL

The Truth Can Be an Irresistible Temptation . . .

As a young boy, Quinn Conway was shattered by his mother's mysterious disappearance. Today, as the oldest of the Conway brothers, his only concern is protecting his family and their ranch. One look at beautiful, strong-willed Cheyenne O'Brien tells him she's also no stranger to tragedy. A series of increasingly dangerous "accidents" are plaguing her and her land, and Quinn can't stand idly by while a woman is in danger. Fiercely independent, Cheyenne isn't one to lean on others, yet she can't deny her attraction to the rugged rancher offering help. Soon, the passion building between them proves as wild and untamed as the land she loves-and just as impossible to resist. But a relentless enemy is about to make one final devastating move. To survive, Quinn and Cheyenne must put their cherished freedom-and their hearts-at risk . . .
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Sunday, March 25, 2012

In My Mailbox {90}

In My Mailbox (IMM) is a weekly meme hosted by Kristi @ The Story Siren. Every week I'll post what books I've received either by mailbox/library/store.

I'll try to post an entry of IMM every Sunday that I receive books by mail/library/store of that week.





Books via Publisher
Monument 14 by Emmy Laybourne
Somebody to Love by Kristan Higgins

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

And the Winner is...


Stella Cameron & Cynthia Garner


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Waiting on Wednesday {88}: The Last Boyfriend

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill @ Breaking the Spine. It is showcases upcoming releases of books that I'm looking forward to. It is somewhat similar to one of my previous posts, Anxiously Awaiting. {Button courtesy of Bewitched Bookworms}

The Last Boyfriend
Nora Roberts
May 1, 2012

Owen is the organizer of the Montgomery clan, running the family's construction business with an iron fist - and an even less flexible spreadsheet. And though his brothers bust on his compulsive list-making, the Inn BoonsBoro is about to open right on schedule. The only thing Owen didn't plan for was Avery McTavish...

Avery's popular pizza place is right across the street from the inn, giving her a first-hand look at its amazing renovation - and a newfound appreciation for Owen. Since he was her first boyfriend when they were kids, Owen has never been far from Avery's thoughts. But the attraction she's feeling for him now is far from innocent.

As Avery ...
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Review: Still Hot For You by Diane Escalera

Still Hot For You
Diane Escalera
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Publish Date: March 19, 2012
Kindle
Source: Author
Genre: Erotica
Shay LaCosta, Dylan LaCosta
Challenge: 100+
Buy the Book: FictionWise

Want to get your man talking? Give him booty!

Desperate times call for desperate measures. And Shay LaCosta is pretty desperate. She's wrecked her blissful marriage of five years by demanding she and her husband Dylan have a baby. What the hell was she thinking? She knows she was wrong and she’s ready to set things right, if only Dylan will let her. Bet he can’t shun her Booty Camp offer: delicious, white-hot sex in exchange for what’s going on inside his brain.

Dylan may be macho and stubborn, but he really does miss his wife. A little of Shay's pushing gets him past their estrangement and into her web of seduction. She seems to have an erotic week mapped out to perfection, and who is he to complain? Their marriage is meant to be, so they'll fight with each other, and they'll fight for each other.
What drew me to reading this book was the fact that the hero and heroine were already married. Very seldom do I come across romance novels with that angle.

Both Dylan and Shay are very likeable characters who've hit a rough patch in their marriage. But from the very beginning you can tell they obviously love one another, which makes you root for them to work it out. The trouble between them began when the issue of having children came up. Always a tricky sublect for any couple.

Sex seems to be their answer to finding their way back to what once was. Not that they used sex to mask their problems, but used it as a way to get Dylan to open up and express his feelings on the subject of children. I guess sex is a way to get a man to talk.

In the end, of course they work it out and hopefully are stronger for it. They were two characters I would have loved to see more of because they were so great together in and out of the bed.
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Monday, March 19, 2012

Author Interview & #Giveaway: @DianeEscalera author of, Still Hot For You

Please join me in welcoming Diane Escalera, author of Still Hot For You, as she provides us with an author interview today.

Born and raised in the Bronx, NY, Diane Escalera makes her home in sunny South Florida. The sultry paradise is a steady source of inspiration for her hot love stories. Diane is married, has two children and a super cute dachshund she can’t get enough of. She writes contemporary romance, and is published with Kensington Publishing and Lyrical Press.

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What is a day in the life of Diane Escalera like when you're writing? And when you're not writing?

First, thank you so much for hosting me. I really appreciate this awesome opportunity!

As for my routine, I get going pretty early when things are still calm and quiet. This is when I plan out the day. It’s amazing how much gets done when there are no interruptions. I write a set number of pages each day. Once I meet my quota, I move on to other tasks such as research, promotions, networking, and all those other glamorous things an author must do.

When I’m not writing, I love to hang out with my family, play with our sweet little dachshund who keeps a permanent smile on my face. I’m also into fitness, scary movies, sexy books, and red wine. Oh, and chocolate!

Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?

They can come from anywhere — the news, something I read, an overheard (eavesdropping) conversation. I have a curious (nosy) mind and tune into details that most people don’t pay much attention to. The simplest thing could spur an idea, but then, I have a pretty wild imagination.

When you're not writing, who are you reading? What book are you reading now?

My go-to authors are Linda Howard, Lori Foster, and Jill Shalvis. I devour their books. I just finished reading Head Over Heels by Jill Shalvis. Loved it!

What are some other jobs/careers you had before becoming an author?

Unlike most authors, I didn’t know I was destined to write. In fact, I worked in banking for several years, but deep down knew that it wasn’t my dream job. At the young age of thirty-five, my sister died of an illness. I realized the same thing could happen to me. There are no guarantees. I couldn’t waste another moment doing something I didn’t love. Writing was one of my greatest joys when I was growing up. I decided to enroll in an intensive course where I learned everything I could about the craft. It didn’t take long before I left the bank to pursue a writing career.

Are there any other projects you're working on? If so, can you share a little teaser?

The hero in Still Hot for You has a sinfully sexy brother and cousin. I couldn’t let Christian and Nico go without a happy ending. So… I’m working on two more novellas featuring these delicious men. Stay tuned for more Latin Heat!

Still Hot for You is available at Lyrical Press, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Digital Bookstores everywhere.

Please visit DianeEscalera.com to learn more about my sexy tales. I love to interact with readers! “Like” my fan page on Facebook.com/DianeEscaleraOfficial. Follow me on Twitter.com/DianeEscalera.


So today I have a copy of Still Hot for You to giveaway.

Want to get your man talking? Give him booty!

Desperate times call for desperate measures. And Shay LaCosta is pretty desperate. She's wrecked her blissful marriage of five years by demanding she and her husband Dylan have a baby. What the hell was she thinking? She knows she was wrong and she’s ready to set things right, if only Dylan will let her. Bet he can’t shun her Booty Camp offer: delicious, white-hot sex in exchange for what’s going on inside his brain.

Dylan may be macho and stubborn, but he really does miss his wife. A little of Shay's pushing gets him past their estrangement and into her web of seduction. She seems to have an erotic week mapped out to perfection, and who is he to complain? Their marriage is meant to be, so they'll fight with each other, and they'll fight for each other.
WANT TO WIN A COPY OF STILL HOT FOR YOU?
{March 19 - March 30, 2012}
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  • Giveaway copy will be sent directly to winners from the author
  • 1 Winner will be randomly selected using random.org and contacted via email
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To enter:

Please leave a comment stating your "dream job" and please include your email address
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Sunday, March 18, 2012

In My Mailbox {89}

In My Mailbox (IMM) is a weekly meme hosted by Kristi @ The Story Siren. Every week I'll post what books I've received either by mailbox/library/store.

I'll try to post an entry of IMM every Sunday that I receive books by mail/library/store of that week.




Books via Publisher
Wicked as They Come by Delilah S. Dawson

 
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Waiting on Wednesday {87}: Rescue Me

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill @ Breaking the Spine. It is showcases upcoming releases of books that I'm looking forward to. It is somewhat similar to one of my previous posts, Anxiously Awaiting. {Button courtesy of Bewitched Bookworms}

Rescue Me
Rachel Gibson
May 29, 2012

She’s 33, unmarried, and stuffed into a Bubble Yum pink bridesmaid dress. And the whole town wants to fix her up with anyone with a dental plan… Who’s going to rescue Sadie Hollowell now?

Everyone in Lovett, Texas knows Sadie has always been a ‘notional’ kind of gal. She got a notion to leave town asap , and never visit her daddy (bless his heart). Now, she’s back and got the notion to invite a good-looking, hard-muscled, total stranger to her cousin’s wedding. Better a stranger than some of the losers she’s dated.

Vince Haven got his muscles the hard way—as a Navy SEAL in Afghanistan. He’s staying in Lovett to visit his crazy aunt—the proprietor of the local Gas N Go. Before he can get the heck back out of the small town, his aunt makes him an offer he can’t refuse. Maybe he’ll stick around Lovett for a while. Maybe he’ll make a ‘go’ of the Gas N Go. Maybe he’ll rescue Sadie out of that pink dress!
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Top Ten & Tune in Tuesday {12}: Romance Novels & Lissie

Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme hosted by The Broke and the Bookish. It was created because they love making lists and wanted to share it with other bookish people.


This week's topic is:
Top Ten Top Contemporary Romance Novels
(In no particular order)



This weekly meme is hosted by Ginger at GReads that showcases music. Each week you can post an old or new song so that it gains more interest! So head on over and link up.

If you are a regular follower to my blog, you probably have figured out by now that outside of books, music is a passion as well.


This Tuesday's Tune: "When I'm Alone" by Lissie



When I'm Alone


In Sleep


Nothing Else Matters

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