Rebecca Zanetti's Blood Brothers series continues with Lethal Lies, which is Heath's story. The Blood Brothers series is a spin off from Zanetti's Si Rebecca Zanetti's Blood Brothers series continues with Lethal Lies, which is Heath's story. The Blood Brothers series is a spin off from Zanetti's Sin Brothers series, and while you don't have to read the Sin Brothers series to enjoy the Blood Brothers series, I do recommend reading Deadly Silence, the first book in the Blood Brothers series before reading Lethal Lies.
Health's love interest in the novel is Anya Best, a criminal psychologist, whose sister also happens to have been murdered by the Copper Killer, a serial killer that Heath Jones, along with his brothers Ryker and Denver, have also been tracking and trying to catch. The brothers are private investigators and possess many enhanced skills that enable them to be the best at what they do. The history behind how they acquired these skills and the circumstances that brought them together, are part of a past that has forced them to live under the radar, because there are some really bad people who are out to get them. Though Anya and Heath's relationship begins based on false pretenses, the chemistry between them is undeniable and only gets stronger as the book progresses. Heath finds himself having to make some very difficulty choices that could also affect not only Anya and him, but also could potentially affect his brothers, while Anya has to determine what she wants and is willing to give up to be with Heath.
Lethal Lies is filled with nonstop action, suspense, danger, romance, and even has a bit of a science fiction feel to it, with genetically engineered soliders and the crazed scientist who has spent her life experimenting on them. I was completely captivated from beginning to end and cannot wait to get my hands on Denver's story, which is coming up next in Twisted Truths. Definitely add this to your to be read list. ...more
I can't tell you how excited I was to get back into the world of the Reapers. After reading the series, you kind of feel like you are a part of their I can't tell you how excited I was to get back into the world of the Reapers. After reading the series, you kind of feel like you are a part of their world and when they're absent for a while, you miss them. Shade's Lady is, of course, Shade's story. He is the National President of the Reaper's MC Club now and I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know him better. Then of course there is Mandy, who is Shade's Lady, or at least that is what she becomes. I adored Mandy. She's funny, strong, and you can't help but just love her. The past has not been kind to her and she's been screwed over by more than one person/man in her life. This is something that has left her determined to never get in a serious relationship again, convinced that she is cursed when it comes to men. Mandy is a waitress at the Pit, and is trying to help her sister and her sister's three kids out since her sister divorced her sorry ex-husband, who is nothing but bad news.
A series of very interesting events bring Shade and Mandy together, and while Shade isn't anymore interested in long-term relationship than Mandy is, as the two of them get to know each other better, one day just keeps leading into the next and neither one seems to want things to end. Shade is super badass and also hot, but he also is somewhat more....well let's just say he isn't the jerk that some of the other hotties have been at times in the other books. He means business, and everyone does what he says, but he also has a power that radiates from him... in the way he looks, acts, and speaks, that has gotten him to where he is today.
When danger threatens Mandy and her sister's family, he's there for them and takes care of it in Reaper's fashion, leaving Mandy's head spinning over what he's willing to do for her. I loved watching their relationship develop, and also loved seeing her sister get her happy ending as well. The story is great, the romance is hot, and fans of the series, as well as fans of MC romances are going to love Shade's Lady. The only complaint I have is that I didn't want it to end. Definitely pick this one up. ...more
I have thoroughly enjoyed Jay Crownover's Marked Men Series, as well as her Saints of Denver spinoff series. I enjoyed getting to know the characters I have thoroughly enjoyed Jay Crownover's Marked Men Series, as well as her Saints of Denver spinoff series. I enjoyed getting to know the characters featured in each novel, as well as the characters from previous novels, and the secondary characters whose novels were yet to come. In Riveted, we finally get to read the story of one of those "yet to come" characters that I've been dying to dive into. Church has been a "broody badass mystery," I couldn't wait to see what was behind all that was Churh. Needless to say, I was not disappointed. That said, as much as I was looking forward to getting to know Church, I was equally excited to really get to know Dixie...and I must say that Dixie was absolutely delightful. I just loved her. She is just one of those characters that you connect with from the get go, love everything about, and whose personality just jumps off the pages at you.
Dixe and Church's story has been one of my favorite stories thus far, not only from the Saints of Denver Series, but also the Marked Men Series. Dixie is truly the light to Church's darkness and they are perfect for one another, even if it seems impossible for them to get to the point where they are both on the same page about that. Church's demons have haunted him for years and he has hurts that run so deep that even the best surgeon would have a hard time removing them. Dixie, however, could see past all that, and even when it seemed like there was no hope, she still gave it her all. The dark cloud composed of Church's broodiness and bleakness, which was confined within all that hot alpha badassery, was no match for the little redhead who's snarky, funloving, and "never give up" attitude was like a light that could penetrate even the deepest darkness.
The story itself was awesome and I thouroughly enjoyed taking a road trip from Denver down to Lowery Mississippi with Church and Dixie. It wasn't an easy trip by far, and a lot happens to and with not only Church and Dixie, but also the family that Church left behind years ago, Then there's an unforseen danger that adds that element of "edge of your seat suspense" to the story. That combined with all that hot, sexy romance makes Riveted one heck of a read. You won't want to miss this one....more
I've thoroughly enjoyed Katie McGarry's Thunder Road Series. It all began with Oz and Emily, then there was Razor and Breanna, and while I've looked fI've thoroughly enjoyed Katie McGarry's Thunder Road Series. It all began with Oz and Emily, then there was Razor and Breanna, and while I've looked forward to Chevy and Violet's story, I had no idea how much I was going to love it. In fact, I think Long Way Home is is my favorite book in the series. Chevy and Violet, along with the rest of the crew, have been a big part of the series since the beginning, in both Nowhere But Here and WalkThe Edge, but I loved the way you get to connect with them both in Long Way Home.
If you're not familiar with the series, the Thunder Road Series is a YA series which is centered around a Motor Cycle Club known as The Reign of Terror. They have their ways, some good and some not so good, but overall, they are a legit club who love and care about their own and will do anything and everything to help them. Chevy is the grandson of the President of the club, Cyrus, and his Uncle Eli, is also one of the main leaders of the club. Violet's dad was also a member of the club before he died, and his death has left her grieving, torn, and angry. Then there is the rival club, The Riot, who wants to cause The Regin of Terror and its leaders trouble, and are willing to cross every line in order to get what they want, which includes manipulating and threatening their friends and family.
Filled with suspense and passion, Long Way Home will grab your attention and keep you turning the pages until the very last word. Violet is a total badass, as is Chevy, and I loved seeing "the gang" back togeher again, The family dynamic of the Terror MC Club is diffferent, well-written, and told in wau that gives you a glimpse into MC life on a YA level, something I've never seen in other novels. If you are looking for a fantastic book and an awesome series, the look no further.
Long Way Home and the entre Thunder Road Series is phenomenal and most definitely a must read. I totally loved it and would highly recommend it to not only the YA age group, but adults as well....more
I am such a huge Kristen Ashley fan. I can truly say she is one of my absolute most favorite, possibly my most favorite author ever. If you haven't reI am such a huge Kristen Ashley fan. I can truly say she is one of my absolute most favorite, possibly my most favorite author ever. If you haven't read any of her books, especially the Rock Chick Series, you're missing out on a treasure just waiting to be opened up and discovered. One of the things I especially love about her stories, is not only main characters in each novel that you'll love and quickly become attached to, but secondary characters that you'll love just as much and in the Rock Chick Series especially, while there are new characters in each book, you'll also see the same ones in each installment, making your connection with each of them even strong with each new book. Daisy and Marcus are two of those characters that have been there since the begin, and as you'll find in Rock Chick Reawakening, even before the beginning. While I've loved Daisy from the getgo, and grew to like Marcus as the series progressed, I was thrilled to see them finally get their own story and what a story it is indeed.
I loved getting to know Daisy much more intimately in this story, and oh my, what a story she has. Heartbreakingly beautiful doesn't even begin to describe it. What she's been through, what she goes through, and how she got to where she is - so freaking awesome. Next there is Marcus Sloan. I recall in some of the other novels Daisy referring to him as "My Marcus," and OMG, now I know where that comes from. Totally swooned over him and developed a whole new admiration and appreciation for him in this series. He totally fits the criteria for being one of the Hot Bunch in this book, that's for sure. For those of you who've followed the series, you'll have a whole new appreciation for "The Castle," and for those of you who haven't yet, you'll understand this reference when you read the books. Then, there was the epilogue, and I had tears in my eyes as I saw Diasy's happily ever after come full circle.
I totally loved Rock Chick Reawakeing so hard. Now I want to go back and read the whole series over again - or I guess I should say listen to, as I have this series on Audible, which is a whole new Rock Chick awesome experience in itself. Well done Kristen Ashley. Well Done. ...more
I adore Jill Shalvis' books. Her writing sucks you in and keeps you there from beginning to end, and The Trouble with Mistletoe did just that. It is I adore Jill Shalvis' books. Her writing sucks you in and keeps you there from beginning to end, and The Trouble with Mistletoe did just that. It is the second book in Shalvis' Heartbreaker Bay Series, and while I thoroughly enjoyed the first book, Sweet Little Lies, I absolutely loved The Trouble with Mistletoe. Reading it felt like a "big-screen worthy" romantic comedy just jumped right off the pages and played out in your mind.
Willa Davis is the female lead in the story, while Keane Winters is the male lead, and I totally loved them both. They were the perfect match for each other and watching their relationship progress over the course of the story captivated me, made me smile, swoon, laugh, and let a completely satisfied sigh as well. Willa and Keane were both so funny and personable, as were all the secondary characters...and then there is Petunia AKA PITA - I can't wait for you to meet her because the story wouldn't have been complete without her. Keane was a total hottie with an alpha vibe, which made me love him even more. The banter between him and Willa was hilarious, and the chemistry was off the charts. I loved the fact that even when they were mad, they still couldn't stay away from each other. ,
The Trouble with Mistletoe is sexy, funny, romantic, and an all-around great story. I totally loved it. Definitely pick this one up. You won't be disappointed. ...more
5+++ Stars I love, love, love this series. It is truly one of my most favorite series ever. For those who love mafia stories and especially for those w5+++ Stars I love, love, love this series. It is truly one of my most favorite series ever. For those who love mafia stories and especially for those who thought they never would, the Eagle Elite Series is one that needs to be on your "must read" list. I have absolutely been blown away with each and every installment in the series, and this latest addition, Empire, is no exception. Empire is the conclusion of Sergio's story. You will have to read Elude, the first part of his story, before reading Empire. I would highly recommend starting with book one in the series, Elite, however, to get the full benefit and really appreciate the world Rachel Van Dyken has created. I really came to love Sergio even more in Empire. He has his moments when I really wanted to slap some sense into him, but then again, sometimes it's the imperfections that make someone perfect after all. Sergio is in a dark place in this book and he's conflicted about a lot of things, but he has a bright and beautiful light that helps him out of this darkness. I really can't go into a lot of detail without spoiling it, and when you read it, you will understand why.
Another thing I really loved was getting to see all the crew - Nixon, Trace, Chase, Mil, Tex, Mo, Phoenix, and Bee, which was awesome. These guys may be mafia bosses, but they have also been not only family, but best friends since childhood, and the humor and banter that occurs between them is a big part of what makes this series so enjoyable. There is plenty of danger, suspense, and all the scary stuff that typically goes along with mafia stories as well, but it is the humor element that Van Dyken incorporates that really makes the story stand out like a bright and shiny star from other mafia stories. I will give you one little nugget - snow angles and whiskey - something that will make you laugh and never look at the same again once you read Empire. We get to know and meet some new characters in this novel, Val and her twin brother Dante. I loved Valentina and I think you will to, and I cannot wait to read Dante's story.
I can't rave enough about how much I enjoyed Empire. As with each novel in the series, Rachel Van Dyken has exceeded my expectations as she delivers not only a story that lives up to the high standard of the previous novels, but also exceeds it. Grab this one as quick as you can....more
I just love this series...totally love it, and I have been so excited to read Tinker and Gage's story. The guys in this series are total badasses, th I just love this series...totally love it, and I have been so excited to read Tinker and Gage's story. The guys in this series are total badasses, that's for sure. They're hot, dominant, stubborn, can sometimes act like jerks, but they totally love their "Old Ladies," or at least the ones Joanna Wylde creates do. That's the thing that makes me love them. I'd have a really hard time deciding which of the books has been my favorite. That said, they are not for the faint of heart. There's a lot that happens in the Reapers' world that is raw, gritty, and hard...I mean they are a motorcycle club. That said, there is also a lot about the Reaper's world that is good, filled with the closeness of family, loyalty, and brother's who have each others backs no matter what it takes. Gage and Tinker experience both good times and bad times. Sometimes things are really tough, but there are those hot passionate times that make it worth it. Tinker is awesome. I loved her. Gage, rather when Gage was having to pretend to be Cooper, I really had a hard time liking him, or better said, liking what he was doing with Talia, who I could not stand. The worst was the fact that he did it right in front of Tinker.....ugh. I hated that Tinker had to witness this. I understood why, but I still didn't like it. Nevertheless, you have to weigh in that these are the Reapers and this is part of who they are. Along with the good, better, and even the best parts, you also have the bad, which can sometimes turn to ugly parts as well. Because of the job Gage is doing for the club, he can't let Tinker in on who is or how he really feels about her in the beginning, but when he can, he does, and he does it big. Of course with the Reapers, there is always going to be loads of danger and excitement involved, and hot sexy times are never in short supply. I also love getting to see the other characters from the previous novels making appearances in this one as well. Reaper's Fire is a fantastic addition to an awesome series and definitely one you'll want to get all wrapped up in. Though each book can easily be read as a standalone, I really encourage you to read them all, because it is in getting to know them, so that you can come to love, understand, and appreciate what the treat Joanna Wylde has given her readers with the Reapers series. ...more
Dirty is actually the first book that I've read by Kylie Scott and I could just kick myself for not making the time to read her work sooner. I absolutDirty is actually the first book that I've read by Kylie Scott and I could just kick myself for not making the time to read her work sooner. I absolutely fell in love with her writing and her writing style. Dirty is the first book in her Dive Bar Series and Scott captured my attention with the first page, and held me captive with her words until the very last page. Not only were the characters both personable and easy to like, the story itself was fun, hot, and most definitely entertaining.
I loved the way Vaughan and Lydia met. It was creative and downright hilarious. They hit it off from the get go, despite the circumstances surrounding the way they got together. I enjoyed watching their romance progress as they realized what they had, and what they wanted from each other. The secondary characters also played an integral role in the story itself, and I was equally intrigued and entertained by them as well.
Overall, reading Dirty was one of the most enjoyable experiences I've had while reading a book in quite some time. Kylie Scott has most definitely earned a spot on my list of favorite authors, and I can't wait to find the time to read more by her. ...more
In Your Dreams is book #4 in Ginger Scott's Falling Series, but can easily be read as a standalone. Having read all the books in the series, however, In Your Dreams is book #4 in Ginger Scott's Falling Series, but can easily be read as a standalone. Having read all the books in the series, however, they're kind of like Lays Potato Chips, you can't eat just one, but want to devour the whole package. Scott has a gift for writing characters that are perfectly imperfect and completely win your heart, and Casey and Murphy are just that. To most, they appear to be total opposites, but music is the key that draws them together.
Casey and Murphy's relationship gradually develops over the course of the novel and while they definitely had things to overcome, the character development was excellently done and Ginger Scott writes in a way that you experience all those tumultuous emotions right along with the characters. he romance was beautifully done, resulting in a slow sweet ride, culminating into a journey I enjoyed taking immensely. Definitely check this one out. ...more
I love Katie McGarry's books and if you've never read anything by her, then that's something you'll definitely want to rectify. I fell in love with EcI love Katie McGarry's books and if you've never read anything by her, then that's something you'll definitely want to rectify. I fell in love with Echo and Noah in Pushing the Limits, and haven't read a book McGarry's written since then that I didn't love. Walk the Edge is the second book in McGarry's Thunder Road Series, which centers around an MC Club called Reign of Terror, It is something all you MC Club novel fans will love, with the added bonus of having a hero and heroine that are teenagers. This is a huge treat for YA fans, as most MC club novels aren't appropriate for that age group. That said, Walk the Edge is also written in a way that older readers will enjoy and devour as well.
We first met Thomas "Razor" Turner in the first book in this series, Nowhere But Here. He comes across as somewhat of a loose cannon, a dare-devil, unpredictable, filled with angst and his own brand of "terror," while being a totally hot badass at the same time. Girls fear him and secretly want to be the object of his focus, if only for a moment. No one, however, knows the real Thomas "Razor: Tucker...not even his closest friends, who've had has back since they were kids. Granted they know him better than anyone else, but it isn't until he meets Breanna Miller, that someone sees inside him and gets to know what hidden's beneath all that hotness and all that goes along with it, including all the pain he's experienced. Breanna Miller is the 5th child in a family of 9, and has been "unseen" by her family and picked on by kids at school since she was small. She has a special gift, which many don't understand and therefore make fun of, but something that Razor finds he loves about her.
Their's is a love story that is beautiful and heartbreaking, one that as a reader, will cause you to cheer for this couple from the get go, while sitting on the edge of your seat at times, smiling at other times, and flipping the pages because you can't wait to see what will happen next. The romance is wonderfully written and I just loved Breanna and Razor's story. It has just the right amount of steam that isn't to much for the younger reader, yet enough to satisfy those who are older and like a little more sizzle in their romances. Overall, Walk the Edge is an outstanding second installment in this awesome series by Katie McGarry. You'll definitely want to check it out. I know I can't wait to read what she has in store for us next. ...more
I've thoroughly enjoyed the Ultimate Series and have been looking forward to reading Armie's story since we first were introduced to his character. ThI've thoroughly enjoyed the Ultimate Series and have been looking forward to reading Armie's story since we first were introduced to his character. That said, I was thrilled to see he and Merissa finally get together. While Fighting Dirty is easily read as a standalone, if you are familiar with the series, you'll be happy to know you get to see bits and pieces of the other characters from the previous novels in this book as well. For years, Armie Jacobsen has harbored a deep, dark, secret, one which he believed if people found out.....especially Merissa, that they wouldn't want anything else to do with him. What he didn't realize was that his friends held a much higher opinion of him than he held of himself, knowing that the rumors spread about him were just that... rumors.
Armie definitely has the reputation of being a ladies man and living on the wild side, and let's face it, he's a total hottie, but the only woman he's ever really been wild about is Merissa, who up until now has been completely off limits. When Merissa's life is threatened during a robbery, however, everything changes between Armie and Merissa, and when these two finally get together, the sparks fly. Nevertheless, the past raises its ugly head and forces Armie makes some choices that may not be the wisest, but are made with good intentions, that threaten to destroy everything he and Merissa have built together.
The romance aspect of this story was smoking hot, and I enjoyed watching the relationship between Merissa and Armie develop. There is also some danger and suspense woven into the midst of the story as well, with just the right amount of comedy, which proves this to be quite an entertaining story. If you enjoy contemporary romance and hot MMA fighters, then you won't want to miss Fighting Dirty. It's a great addition to the Ultimate Series . ...more
4.5 Stars I am a total Laura Kaye fan girl, and her Hard Ink Series has been one of my favorites. Needless to say, I've been so excited to read Ride H4.5 Stars I am a total Laura Kaye fan girl, and her Hard Ink Series has been one of my favorites. Needless to say, I've been so excited to read Ride Hard, the first book in her new Raven Riders Series, which is a spin-off from the Hard Ink series. I loved the fact that the novel centers around an MC Club, which happens to be one of my favorite type of stories. The Hard Ink guys also make an appearance in the book, which was an added benefit that was awesome as well.
Ride Hard is Dare, who is the president of the Raven Riders MC Club, and Haven's story. The circumstances in which they met weren't the best by any means, but are a prime example of the exemplary kind of MC Club the Raven Riders are, highlighting the fact that one of their main purposes is to protect those who can't protect themselves. Haven and her best friend find themselves refugees at the Raven Riders Compound after being rescued from a really bad situation. Haven is very withdrawn and shy, and the reason why she's the way she is turns out to be her scumbag father, who she's running away from. Her Dad is as bad as they get, and he's determined to get Haven back, which presents quite the challenge for Dare and the Raven Riders, but is a challenge they decide they are more than willing to take on.
Dare finds himself attracted to Haven, despite his attempts to ignore his attraction because he is quite a bit older than her. Haven, however, is just as attracted to Dare as he is to her. Haven's story is heartbreaking as the details of what her life has been like unfold. Dare's story is also heartbreaking, and as Haven and Dare get to know each other better, it becomes obvious that despite their age difference, they are meant to be together. Circumstances as they are, however, threaten to keep that from ever being a possibility. Their romance is both sweet and very steamy. The story itself is also filled with plenty of suspense and danger, especially as things come to a head, which provides for some nail-biting action and keeps you turning the pages to see what happens next. The ending left me very satisfied with the way things went, while at the same time left me counting down the days until the next novel in the series releases. Ride Hard is a great beginning to a series than fans of Laura Kaye will love....more
Fighting Dirty is the 5th book in Sidney Halston’s Worth the Fight Series, and is Enzo and Jamie Lynn’s story. These two characters couldn’t get any mFighting Dirty is the 5th book in Sidney Halston’s Worth the Fight Series, and is Enzo and Jamie Lynn’s story. These two characters couldn’t get any more opposite. I know the saying is cliché, but in this book the saying “opposites attract,” fits the bill to a T. Enzo comes from money and his attire and mannerisms show it. He’s always impeccably groomed and is totally hot. He’s from Brazil, but now is in the US after a failed and loveless marriage. Jamie Lynn is tough as nails, or at least that is the image she presents with her tattoos, boots, and wildly colored hair. She has also had a really tough upbringing and had an experience that changed her life, one she’d like to forget, but also one that has made her embrace her “tough girl” persona. The one thing they have in common is MMA and Worth the Fight where both Enzo ad Jamie Lynn’s twin brother Travis train. Enzo’s had a thing for Jamie Lynn for a while, and relentlessly tries to get her to go out with him. Jamie Lynn is secretly attracted to Enzo, but she also consistently shoots him down because she thinks they are too different….until one night, she finally says yes. Their relationship pushes the limits in every area and to say it is intense, is an understatement. They have their problems and have some issues they both have to work through, but they also have something that makes fighting through those issues worth it.
I enjoyed Jamie Lynn and Enzo’s story and watching their relationship develop, taking in all the things that happened in the process. Another bonus was getting to see the characters from the previous novels as well, which was great, but each book in the series can also easily be read as a standalone companion novel. Fighting Dirty is entertaining, has a lot of humorous moments, as well as some really sexy and intense ones. Fans of Sidney Halston and of this series, will enjoy Fighting Dirty....more
I love Jill Shalvis' books and I am always so looking forward to each new release she has. My Kind of Wonderful is the second book in her Cedar Ridge I love Jill Shalvis' books and I am always so looking forward to each new release she has. My Kind of Wonderful is the second book in her Cedar Ridge story and is Hudson and Bailey's story. Hud we met in book #1, and Bailey is new to the series. Each book is a companion novel and can be read as a standalone, however. I love the Kincaid clan. They are just a hoot. I especially loved Hudson Kincaid and thoroughly enjoyed watching his and Bailey's story unfold. Bailey is absolutely amazing and you can't help but adore her character. Her strength and her resolve, especially when what she's been through is revealed throughout the course of the book, makes you love her and admire her a little more with each chapter you read. I loved Aiden in book one, and I really love his brother Hudson. He is just all kinds of hot and sexy. Both Hud and Bailey have demons they have to battle, and Hud is burdened with self-imposed guilt that has convinced him he doesn't deserve anything special. Their story will touch your heart as it unfolds, and then you have the added bonus of the Kincaid Brother's humor added in, which makes this a really fun story as well.
Jill Shalvis once again delivers a wonderful, touching, funny, and romantic novel in My Kind of Wonderful. Her fans will definitely love it, and if you are a contemporary romance fan, you will want to add this book to your list as well. Great story, great author, great characters, and an all around good read. Check it out. ...more
I loved Penelope Douglas' Falling Away Series, so when I heard about Misconduct, I couldn't wait to read it. The book begins with Easton Brad4.5 Stars
I loved Penelope Douglas' Falling Away Series, so when I heard about Misconduct, I couldn't wait to read it. The book begins with Easton Bradbury attending a Mardi Gras Ball with her brother, who is in law school. At the time, Easton lacked a couple of months finishing up her Master's Degree. It was at this Ball that she meets a mysterious man and extremely sexy man while out on the balcony. The chemistry between them seemed almost palpable as they continued their little game, which was too soon interrupted. He only knows her by Easton, and it isn't until she is getting ready to leave shortly afterwards with her brother that she learns he is Tyler Marek, wealthy entrepreneur who is also running for the Senate. Fast forward six monthly later at this point. Easton has gotten a job teaching at an elite private school, and at only 23 years of age, has some of the most innovate teaching ideas around. The last thing she expects is to run into Tyler Marek again, who happens to be the father of one of her students. The chemistry is still there, but boy is there a lot of conflict there that plays out as well, all of which makes for one intensely sexy and entertaining story.
Easton's 23, Tyler's 35, Christian his son and Easton's student is 14. Easton and Tyler's relationship is taboo. There attraction is undeniable. Tyler's rather arrogant, but he grew on me, and he is definitely sexy. Misconduct is hot, sexy, filled with suspense and tension, gripping you from beginning to end. Easton's past is sordid, tragic as is their taboo present situation. Their future......well, you'll have to read the book to find that out. Loved it!...more
I've read several books from Jessica Lemon's Second Chance and Love in the Balance Series, and enjoyed them very much. Fighting for Devlin is the fir I've read several books from Jessica Lemon's Second Chance and Love in the Balance Series, and enjoyed them very much. Fighting for Devlin is the first book in her new Lost Boys Series, and while I enjoyed it also, it had a bit of a different feel to it than her previous books did. Kind of a little darker, which wasn't bad, just different. Rena Lewis hasn't had an easy time of it. After tragedy struck her life, she became determined to be one of the good girls, denying herself the pleasures others her age indulge in because that is what she believes she deserves, blaming herself for what happened. She hasn't even been out on a date in four years; hasn't even been interested in a guy until she sees Devlin, her boss, who awakens all kinds of feelings in her. Devlin is not only her boss. the Oak & Sage belongs to him. He's well dressed, lives the good life, and is totally out of Rena's league. Devlin's also mixed up in some pretty serious illegal gambling as well. He winds up on Rena's doorstep bloodied and bruised after things go bad one night, and suddenly, she sees a whole different side of Devlin......one she can relate to.......one she very much wants to help.
As the story progresses and the relationship between Devlin and Rena begins to devlop, things end up getting a whole lot worse before they get better. I had a hard time liking Devlin in the beginning, because he was really a jerk, and I didn't like the way he used Rena or the way he treated her. He did come a long way throughout the course of the story, however, and ended up doing the right thing in the end, but it took him a while to get to that point, and it wasn't until he got to that point, that I really changed my opinion of him, regardless of his hotness factor. I did enjoy the book overall, however, though not quite as much as Jessica Lemon's other series I do look forward to seeing what she has in store for her readers in the next installment....more
Anthony Moretti is part of a large Italian family. His dad is a retired Captain from the NYPD, his brothers are cops, and he has followed in his fatheAnthony Moretti is part of a large Italian family. His dad is a retired Captain from the NYPD, his brothers are cops, and he has followed in his father's footsteps, now also a Captain for the NYPD. Though his brothers like to give him a hard time, his goal has always been to ascend as high as he can in New York Police Department, putting that above everything else in his life. Maggie Walker is a waitress at the Darby Diner, she is an aspiring author, has left her old life behind, and is trying to make a new start for herself. The Moretti family quickly takes her under their wing, as they come in every Sunday for brunch. The only one that seems like he can't stand her is the ever so frustrating "Captain Anthony Moretti," whom she more often than not, manages to spill something on. Anthony Moretti is equally frustrated by Maggie, but it takes him a while to realize that it is because he is attracted to her and he doesn't want to be.
When Maggie ends up playing a key role in a case that could make or break Anthony Moretti's career, things really get complicated, especially when their mutual attraction for one another begins to bleed over into the case and it becomes hard to separate one from the other. As the case comes to head, a real and present danger presents itself while the past and present collide, forcing both Anthony and Maggie to make some hard choices, and not always the right ones. Thankfully (as least most of the time), the Moretti family is all up in each others business and is there to help make the wrongs right and put things back on the right path.
Steal Me is an enjoyable second installment in the New York's Finest Series by Lauren Layne. It is a companion novel, making it easily read as a standalone. Contemporary romance fans, especially those with a thing for men in uniform, will enjoy this novel - add to that the romance, a little suspense and danger, and a whole lot of good-natured family meddling, and you have quite the entertaining read....more
Kim Karr continues Elle and Logan's story in Crush and what a story it is. Logan is determined to keep Elle safe as the situation intensifies and the Kim Karr continues Elle and Logan's story in Crush and what a story it is. Logan is determined to keep Elle safe as the situation intensifies and the danger surrounding them closes in. Full of suspense, action, and danger, just as intense is the hot romance and chemistry between Elle and Logan. I loved watching Elle and Logan's story unfold and thoroughly enjoyed the edge of your seat heart-pounding drama that occurred during the process, as well as the hot romance that Kim Karr always delivers. I absolutely loved the epilogue. It tied things together so beautifully and left you feeling so satisfied with how this couple's story ends. Crush is an awesome ending to a great love story. Definitely something to check out. ...more
I don't know what it is about romances involving hockey players, but they just draw me in and get me every time. I mean, I don't even watch hockey, noI don't know what it is about romances involving hockey players, but they just draw me in and get me every time. I mean, I don't even watch hockey, nor am I a hockey fan, unless they are a fictional team in one of my books, of course. They've just got that special something something going on that makes a girl swoon and smile, and well.....you know what I mean. In Major Misconduct, Lovey Armstrong surprises her brother Duncan, who is a hockey player for the Chicago Aces, by showing up on his doorstep, suitcases in hand, stating that she is moving to Chicago and wants to stay with him until she can get settled and get her own place. To say her brother is less than enthused is an understatement. Enter the picture at this moment one hot roommate in nothing but his boxers, Marc Dupuis, and things just went up about `100 degrees from the sudden chemistry that instantly sparks between Marc and Lovey, who is bold, beautiful, and has a personality that draws him in. After a bit of an argument and with a little help from Marc, Duncan submits and agrees to let Lovey move in (like he really would have said no).
Lovey hangs out with Duncan and his teammates, as well as Marc, and they all love her, maybe a little too much for Duncan's liking. Thus he reminds them of "the rule." Teammates are never allowed to date other teammates sisters, ever. Not wanting to jeopardize their friendship, Marc tries his best to abide by this rule, but with sexy little Lovey, it proves to be more than any man can handle. Needless to say, this makes for a really interesting story. Nevertheless, when the proverbial **** hits the fan.............well lets just say that things are really intense from that point until the end, which will leave you smiling. Major Misconduct is a great beginning to what looks to be a fun, entertaining, and sexy series involving hot hockey players, fun sexy romance, and overall great stories. ...more
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