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Free Falling by: SE Jakes

freefalling_seversionSometimes falling in love is the most dangerous thing of all.

Blue is a thief who lives for adrenaline and danger. And when he meets Mick, a mercenary, he’s hit with a buzz of attraction like the rush of a high-rise job without a safety rope. But after making plans to get together, Mick leaves him hanging, and Blue vows never again.

A year later, Mick watches helplessly as Blue stumbles into the middle of one of Mick’s jobs. Risking his cover and their lives, Mick saves Blue and cares for him as he recuperates, but neither man has any idea how to handle the intimacy this forces them into.

Once Blue is safe, Mick redoubles his efforts to take down the drug lord responsible—and disappears. Blue goes after him, determined to return the favor and rescue the man he loves, no matter the cost.

review

4 out of 5 stars

WARNING: This book is male/male and may not be everyone’s cup of tea (or coffee) 🙂

This book drew me in right from the beginning.  Blue is this enigma that just makes you fall in love with his sarcasm and tenacity.  The chemistry between him and Mick is so strong and pure.  However, right out of the gate, you know they won’t use the “L word” lightly. Mick and Blue face trials that will test their faith in one another.  With a bad guy that is a bit cliche but still a valuable part of the story and a wise cracking side character that is a mystery itself, this book was a fun adventure.

The reason this book received only four stars is because I felt that it was too short.  Now I know that not every character needs a 300 page novel to tell his/her story, but I would have loved to see more of Mick and Blue’s relationship.  I felt the progression of the story line went well; I just wanted to know more about these people.  However, the action scenes were were excellently written and the sex scenes were extremely hot but tastefully done.  All around a phenomenal book and I cannot wait to read more from this author.

I purchased this book for myself and my review is my own opinions.  The description and  picture were found on SE Jakes website/ blog page which can be found by clicking on the image.

jenna

HAWK – SONS OF SANGUE Series By Patricia A. Rasey

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SONS OF SANGUE series Book Two

By Patricia A. Rasey

Kaleb “Hawk” Tepes, as president of the Sons of Sangue and descendant of Vlad III, needs to keep his head focused on club business. Trouble is someone wants to divest him of it for a crime he committed against his vampire predecessors. He can’t afford distractions, especially those that come in the form of a five-foot-two sprite named Suzi, who once belonged to his nephew. In a moment of weakness, he makes a snap decision that can only spell trouble. Now faced with the one person who wants him dead, Kaleb must make the ultimate sacrifice or chance losing the only woman he truly desired forever.

 Suzi Stevens has tried hard to put her past behind her and move forward. The one man she yearns for over all others, believes her to be nothing but cold-hearted. Hearing that someone has tried to behead him, she shelves past prejudices and rushes to his side, needing to see for herself that he’s all right. What she doesn’t count on is Hawk’s demand to take her as his personal blood donor. Now forced to endure his company, she fears losing her heart for all eternity to the one person who has the power to crush her.

review

 5 of 5

Jealousy, rage, lust and mayhem, Ms. Rasey intensely delivers a novel that sets her apart in vampire romance.

Hawk seems to have all the problems of his world falling on his shoulders. Complete chaos is hitting the Sons of Sangue MC in more ways than one. A rival motorcycle club forgets their place. Losing beloved, loyal brothers to an enemy and Viper is missing. The one thing that will set Hawk over the edge just walked through the door. Hawk can’t keep his head straight with the brunette beauty, Suzi in his mind, let alone his sight. Overwhelmed with desire, anger and hate Hawk pushes Suzi to the edge. Once there it, maybe he who falls first!

Suzi, after being gone for months walks back into a door that could damn near break her to get out of again. Sexy and enthralling, now president of the Sons of Sangue MC, Hawk makes her walk a thin line! In an act of mercy Suzi dives into a free fall of lust, hatred, forgotten emotions and untold secrets that send her spiraling into the arms of the one man that is determined to make her loose her mind.

Ms. Rasey flawlessly continues the compelling stories of the Sons of Sangue MC with HAWK! Not only giving the reader an intense, emotional ride of a romance at break neck speeds, a deeper, more personal look into the Sons of Sangue MC. Action, danger and lurking surprises grace the pages from beginning to the end. Not to mention a cast of hot bikers saturated with characteristics, ego, charisma and flaws giving each of them distinct personalities that scream out for the reader attention. This reader fell in love with more than one of these alpha and egotistic super sexy, vampire bikers.

Hands down, Hawk is my FAVORITE READ OF THE YEAR!!! Yes this book was that good! Ms. Rasey took me on a ride at a hundred miles an hour downhill, didn’t let up, didn’t slow down! A ride I highly recommend!

Hawk is the second book in the Sons of Sangue series by Patricia A. Rasey. This book can be read as a stand alone, however I highly recommend you enjoy Viper’s story before diving into the intenseness that is HAWK!

Ms. Rasey is offering a virtural signing of Hawk.  Click the link to find out how you can get your very own signed copy! http://www.myauthorbiz.com/VirtualSigning.php?author=PatriciaRasey.com

deana

 

 

This is an ARC review!  I was given an ecopy of this book for an honest review!  Receiving a complementary copy of this book does not influence my opinion or review of this title.

East of Ecstasy (Book 4 Hearts of Anemoi) by: Laura Kaye

EoE-website Annalise Fallston made peace with postponing her big-city dreams to care for her ill father, but lately she’s been filled with a restlessness not even her beloved painting dispels. Worse, the colors don’t speak to her as they always have, and all her efforts produce dark, foreboding images of a dangerous man and a terrifying future. Devlin Eston, black-souled son of the evil Anemoi Eurus, is the only one who can thwart his father’s plan to overthrow the Supreme God of Wind and Storms. But first, Dev must master the unstable powers he’s been given. Distrusted and shunned by his own divine family, he never expected to find kindness and passion in the arms of a mortal. But Devlin’s love puts Annalise in the path of a catastrophic storm, and in the final Armageddon showdown between the Anemoi and Eurus, sacrifices will be made, hearts broken, and lives changed forever…or lost.

review

4.5 out of 5 stars

This is the last book of Laura Kaye’s Hearts of Anemoi series and be warned that this book will make you go through a whirlwind of emotion.

I was not a major fan of Devlin at the beginning of this novel.  I found him overly emo in the fact that he has a lot of issues from his childhood.   I completely understood and was sympathetic at first but after a while I wanted him to stop hiding behind these feelings of self loathing. However, these feelings don’t last after Anna breaks through that barrier of crazy and I give that girl props!

This is the book where shit hits the fan in the final battle and nobody is left un-scared.   I cried worse reading this book, laughed more reading this book, and was held captured more reading this book then I have in a long time.  This attests to the amazing characters, plot and scenery that Laura Kaye paints for her readers.  Grab a box of tissues and if you read this book in public be prepared for people to think your crazy from the maniacal laughter/sobbing/ and awws.

Like all of the books in this series everything follows through and it is a quick read.  You will not be left wondering anything as all questions are answered and everything you learn is for a purpose.  Laura Kaye- thank you for this amazing experience and know that this series is going to be one that I read again and again.

This review is solely my own opinion; I was unpaid for any of my words.  I purchased this story for my own enjoyment.  I got the image and description from Laura Kaye’s website which can be found by clicking the picture at the beginning of this review.  Happy reading!

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Reaper’s Property by Joanna Wylde

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Joanna Wylde

 

Marie doesn’t need a complication like Horse. The massive, tattooed, badass biker who shows up at her brother’s house one afternoon doesn’t agree. He wants Marie on his bike and in his bed. Now.

But Marie just left her abusive jerk of an ex-husband and she’s not looking for a new man. Especially one like Horse—she doesn’t know his real name or where he lives, she’s ninety percent certain he’s a criminal and that the “business” he talks with her brother isn’t website design. She needs him out of her life, which would be a snap if he’d just stop giving her mind-blowing orgasms.

Horse is part of the Reapers Motorcycle Club, and when he wants something, he takes it. What he wants is Marie, but she’s not interested in becoming “property of”.

Then her brother steals from the club. Marie can save him by giving Horse what he wants—at home, in public, on his bike… If she’s a very, very good girl, she’ll get lots more of those orgasms only he can offer, and he’ll let her brother live.
Maybe.

 

review5 of 5 Stars!

 

Raw, Intense and In Your Face! I loved every page!

I have always been intrigued by the biker lifestyle. Not only a way of life, it’s a brotherhood unlike any other. It can be a dark and nasty place at times, but they damn sure know how to have fun. The one percent bikers, the men that make their own laws, in my eyes are the ultimate bad boys. It’s the leather, the bikes, Alpha and beyond hard-core. I always get a bit excited when I hear that rolling thunder of a Harley.
Joanna Wylde delivered what I believe to be a true to life biker romance. This book is edgy and raw. It walks the walk just like a biker would! If you are looking for a sweet and tender read, you might want to put this book down. Now if you like the thrill of the ride and dirty talking Alpha bikers with attitude and hotness to spare, Reapers Property is the book you want!!

I truly don’t think I can say anything about the lead man of this book that has not been said. Horse is (for lack of a better term) sex on a stick. He is just what I feel an outlaw Biker should be. He’s tall, got the long hair, tattoos and eyes to make you weep. Yes, his ego is big, he can be a dick but he is a man. He can scare the crap out of you one moment and have you begging to eat from his hand the next. I loved that he is loyal and wouldn’t give up on what he wanted.  Under all the leather he has a romantic side that only a biker could have.

Marie was thrown into a world that she didn’t have a clue about. Trying to heal and move on from an abusive husband, she walks right into a hot mess where she has no control. Unknowing the world of a MC, Marie bites herself in the ass when it comes to Horse.   She is strong and willing to do what it takes to save her brother. When push comes to shove, Marie is one bad ass bitch! She has more guts than I could even think of having!!

Reaper’s Property was better than a whole season of Son of Anarchy. Yes, I just said that. The book is filled with non-stop action and overflowing with hotness. Again this is not a sweet romance. It’s raw, intense and walks the line. Just like those sexy bikers.
If you are a fan of those tattooed, leather wearing bad boys, read this book!!

 

deana

 

 

 

King of the Unblessed by Michelle Pillow

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King of the Unblessed
Realm Immortal, Book 1
Audiobook Review
Michelle M. Pillow

Immortality has a way of changing fate.
The choice is simple: go with him or die.
Merrick, dark elfin King of Valdis, had once been heir to all that was good–happiness and pleasure his domain. Now, trapped as the ruler of mischief, king of necessary evil, he stands on a precipice of choice. On one side, his estranged brother, now ruler of what should have been Merrick’s, and on the other, King Lucien of the Damned. Both would sway him. Damnation is winning.
Lady Juliana of Bellemare is from a human family, protected by the Blessed, coveted by the Damned. Betrothed to an old friend of her father’s, Juliana is resigned to living out her days close to her childhood home, longing for an adventure, never dreaming she’d get what she wished for. When her fiancé is murdered and the children of Bellemare are stolen, Juliana is sent on a quest in a strange realm where appearances are deceiving.
Merrick brings more adventure and passion than any woman could want. Can she withstand the temptations of the Unblessed king? The spell she weaves over him is more than he can resist and, desperate to be the one to rule her, Merrick offers her a choice; either come with him until he tires of her…or die.
Warning: This book contains hot sex, violence, trickster goblins, overly helpful sprights, a king of necessary evil who lives to get his way and a woman who would dare to deny him.
Rating: Contains graphic sexual content, adult language, and violence.

 

review4 of 5 Stars

Ms. Pillow recreated what I call the adult version of Labyrinth with KING OF THE UNBLESSED! I don’t know how she did it, but she even came up with a sexier “goblin king” than David Bowie! Yes, I believe I blushed more than once.

 
Lady Juliana of Bellemare, wants nothing more than a grand adventure before she is to be married. When one lives in the land of the Fae, one must be careful of what they wish for. She is a bit naive and does not know the really know what the world hold. As there were times I really wanted to grab a hold of the girl and shake her and say get it together chicka! I truly loved Juliana. She was a woman thinking outside the box and wanted what she wanted. In many ways she did get them!

 
Merrick, the King of the Unblessed, is dark, sexy and powerful. OMG, the long blond hair, I just wanted to run my finger through it. He is one of those Alpha’s alphas! He wants something and he gets it no matter what. But God, those eyes that make you want to melt. Kings have to do what kings have to do! I so fell in love with him!!

 
Merrick gave Juliana the adventure she wanted. Along with magic, deception, a bunch of magical creates to guide her along the way and passion beyond what Juliana could have imagined, she unknowing walks right in to the Unblessed Kings waiting hands. Merrick’s own deception turns on him, when he realized Juliana just might be more to him than her though she should be.

 
I want to start out by saying I am not much of a Historical romance reader. It’s not that I don’t like that aspect of romance, I have a tendency to get lost in it, but do I love the way they speak. I am however a huge paranormal romance fan. KING OF THE UNBLESSED was a surprisingly exciting read for me. Not only was it paranormal and fantasy together and had this wonderful historical setting that just blew me away. Mega props to Ms. Pillow for this awesome world building in the series. Yes I am a huge fan of world building. Not only is this Merrick and Juliana story, but you can see so many other story lines that could very well be a good book coming in this series!!

I listen to the audio version of this book. I have to be honest I had a little trouble with the narrator. Please do not give me wrong, Ross Pendleton, did an excellent job narrating. I had a hard time getting used his style. Upon the second listen of the book I was very much able to enjoy the wonderful enchanting tale that was told.
If you want to get lost is a fairytale that will heat up the pages as you are turning them, I suggest you go with the KING OF THE UNBLESSED.

deana

 

Desperate Housewives Of Olympus by Saranna DeWylde

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A riotous romp through Olympus with goddesses for the 21st century. When a new goddess moves to Ambrosia Lane, Hera decides she’s finally had enough of her philandering husband. She offers herself and the crown of gods to Hades. Hades doesn’t want the crown, but he’ll take Hera. (Often and twice on Sunday.) He’s a heartless bastard–having had Aphrodite rip it out so he’d stop loving Persephone after he set her free. Persephone is scheming to get back to Tartarus with the aid of Thanatos, who trips on his leather trench coat and falls in love with her. Thanatos’ titan mother, Nyx thinks she’s past all the drama until she turns up pregnant. Demeter has secrets of her own and the new goddess Abstinence lands in a steaming centaur pile when she falls for the King of the Gods himself whose own dark needs could tear them apart. Come along for the ride as these goddesses take control of their Fate (or so they think) and find their Happily Ever Afters.

review

4 of 5 Stars

Ms. DeWylde gives the reader over the top romance and humor in her book, Desperate Housewives of Olympus.  Have you ever wondered what its like for the Goddess wives sitting up on Olympus.   Come to find out they are a lot like us, with their everyday woes and issues, but they have a bit more bang to them.  Ms. DeWylde takes what we have perceived the Gods and Goddesses and throws that out the window and just makes them more fun.  Yes, each is still the god or goddess of their area, but the personalities are so much more.   Each featured God or Goddess or the story surprised me in some way.  I fell in love with Hades and connected with Demeter with all the growth her had to go through.

If you like Greek Mythology with some humor and hotness to boot, Saranna DeWydle’s Desperate Housewives of Olympus is for you. I laughed so much while reading.  At times there were a few who will remain nameless at had me wanted me to knock the upside their heads, but men will do that.  Gods or not, I like that Ms. DeWylde gave a new look to Greek mythology.  This was my book club read for February and I have to say all us ladies enjoyed the read.

deana

1001 Dark Nights: Forever Wicked by Shayla Black

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Wicked Lovers, Book 7.75

They had nothing in common but a desperate passion…

Billionaire Jason Denning lived life fast and hard in a world where anything could be bought and sold, even affection. But all that changed when he met “Greta,” a beautiful stranger ready to explore her hidden desires. From a blue collar family, Gia Angelotti wore a badge, fought for right—and opened herself utterly to love him. Blindsided and falling hard, Jason does the first impulsive thing of his life and hustles her to the altar.

Until a second chance proved that forever could be theirs.

Then tragedy ripped Jason’s new bride from his arms and out of his life. When he finds Gia again, he gives her a choice: spend the three weeks before their first anniversary with him or forfeit the money she receives from their marriage. Reluctantly, she agrees to once again put herself at his mercy and return to his bed. But having her right where he wants her is dangerous for Jason’s peace of mind. No matter how hard he tries, he finds himself falling for her again. Will he learn to trust that their love is real before Gia leaves again for good?

review5 of 5 Stars

From the moment we got our first glimpse of Jason and Greta in Logan’s book of the wicked lover series, I knew there had to be more to the two of them than the dominant submissive relationship. They are the opposites attract couple.

Jason Denning is the powerful and wealthy man who is used to getting what he wants, pretty much when he wants it. He is also a sexy Dom at our favorite club, Dominion. He comes from the corporate high class world where things like marriages and children are arranged and contracted. Love is not a word Jason knows the meaning to. Jason has to learn that there are things money can’t buy.

Gia Angelotti aka Greta, is what you would call a good woman. She a civil worker, kind hearted and loyal beyond belief to her family, but she also had secret needs. Joining club Dominion To express and learn about personal side, Gia got more than what was included with her monthly dues. Her connection with Jason lead to be more just a dominant submissive relationship, he got her to marry him. On their wedding night, while eloping in Vegas a tragic accident the falls upon Gia’s family. She leaves to care for her family. Meanwhile not speaking with Jason for almost a year.

Jason and Gia have to have one of my favorite stories from the wicked lover series. Touching, thought-provoking, emotional and sexy as hell, these to go on a roller coaster ride that shakes up both their lives. They both are so different and I think that what makes them so good together. He wants nothing more to have that woman by his side to be able to provide for her.

Gia wants to be loved, not just take care of. Gia is special because she gets to teach Jason what love truly is and that money can’t buy true happiness.

A must read for anyone who enjoys the Wicked Lover Series or a good d/s story.

deana

Claimed By: Stacey Kennedy

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Stacey Kennedy

Club Sin Series #1

Presley Flynn is ripe to experience her secret fantasies . . . and Dmitri Pratt wants nothing more than to fulfill them. Once inside the elite Club Sin in Las Vegas, Presley is nervous but excited—and determined to surrender to her every desire. Dmitri is her Master, and his touch is like fire. With each careful, calculated caress, he unleashes her wildest inhibitions, giving her unimagined pleasure.

Presley is different than the other submissives Dmitri has mastered. The BDSM lifestyle is new to her, and so are the games they play at Club Sin. From the start, Presley stirs emotions in him far beyond the raw purity between a dom and the perfect sub. For the ecstasy they share goes beyond the dungeon igniting a passion that claims the very depths of the heart.

review

5 of 5 Stars

Prepare to want to be claimed.

Stacy Kennedy delivered one hell of a story in her first book of the club Sin series claimed.
Presley Flynn gives of her life and moves to Vegas to be with a guy. Well I have been in her place before with that and like Presley my situation didn’t work out so well either.  Presley is a courageous and sweet character. She knew there was something missing from her previous relationship. She takes a leap of faith and goes out and seeks the forbidden fantasies that she’s been reading about in her books.

Dmitri, oh my goodness, I believe that I have found my new book boyfriend.  He’s the manager of one of those flashy Vegas casinos. He also owns Club Sin, an exclusive BDSM club.  I want to say that I am not in the lifestyle but it does intrigue me, more than I’m willing to admit. In my opinion I found Dmitri to be the perfect Don.  He’s dominant but not domineering, alpha without being to alpha and able to read a sub like it was second nature.   He just made me want to melt.  From the moment he appeared on the page, he’s presence sucked me in and make me fall in love.

I love Claimed.  This will be one I will be taking about and recommending for a long time.  A quick and sexy read that keeps you on the edge!  I loved that this story had a very “real” feel to it.  Dmitri and Presley will keep you turning the pages just to see where he can take her next.

deana

Serious Ink By: Ranae Rose

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Title: Serious Ink

Author: Ranae Rose

Series: Inked in the Steal City #5

www.ranaerose.com

Hard times mean hard choices, but falling for Noah Wilder is easy. Beneath his suit and tie, he’s seriously inked and seriously irresistible. When he walks into the Hot Ink Tattoo Studio, the attraction between him and studio receptionist Zoe is mutual – and fierce. And after the opportunity to ditch her demeaning second job to work for him instead arises, suddenly he’s her boss … and much more. With lines blurred in every way imaginable, can she balance passion and professionalism with doing what’s best for her struggling family?

Attraction is a powerful thing. So is former fighter Noah’s drive to make his growing mixed martial arts promotion company succeed, and if business happens to coincide with pleasure, so much the better. Tattooed beauty Zoe Ramsey is all his when she’s not working at Hot Ink – for twenty hours a week, anyway. When circumstances bring them close faster than they ever imagined, can he make her see that he’s just as serious about her as he is about the business he’s poured his heart and soul into?

review4 Stars

My first impression of Noah was beyond who I thought that he would be. Walking into the tattoo shop with confidence, looking hot and was as wonderful as could be.  Yes, he is a man that knows what he wants and will not hesitate to go for what he wants. He also has a kind and caring heart. He looks out for those he cares for. Having the background of a mixed martial artist he’s built, fit and sexy as hell. You would think that would make him a bad ass but he’s almost the perfect gentleman.

I have gotten to know and love Zoe through previous installments of the Inked in the Steal City series. Zoe is just wonderful character. She has a good heart, fun to be around, independent, beautiful, and very loyal and family oriented. She will go out of her way to do anything to help her family. Even to the point of self-sacrifice. Zoe is also unique, in that she has celiac disease.  I loved that Ms. Rose gave us a gluten free character.  Some by choice and others for health, people have to deal with in everyday life.  That is a nice touch added for reader to be to relate to in their reading.

Zoe and Noah were meant to be in my book.  I don’t want to say it was love at first sight but something was there.  From their first meeting at the tattoo shop, to the way he accommodate her by not eating food she couldn’t have in front of her.   The two complemented each other. Noah has his moments of being a man where they like to take control and try to make everything right.  Zoe is an independent woman and needed someone to stand by your side. From the steamy scenes in the bedroom to tender moments of being coming a couple Ms. Rose gave us a tantalizing read. Noah and Zoe make you want them to fall in love!

deana

I received a complimentary eCopy of this book from the author in return for an honest review.

Ink Reunited

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From the streets of New Orleans and the heat of Midnight Ink, comes the happy ever after for a character whose story was begged to be told.

Sassy Bordeaux is the Midnight Ink receptionist, honorary godmother, best friend to many, and matchmaker expert. In the past two months, she’s watched eight couples fall in love, make mistakes, and find their happy endings. Though she might have had hand in each of those, she’s yet to find the peace she’s desired. When the men from her past come into Midnight Ink, she’s forced to face what she left behind and what could happen if she lets go of her pain and finds a future she deserves.

Rafe Chavez and Ian Steele remember their time with Sassy like it was yesterday, yet have worked hard to move on. Or at least try to. Now they’re both back in New Orleans for the woman they loved and for the connection they shared with each other. It will take more than the usual groveling, pleading and begging for these three to overcome their history, but once they take that step, the streets of New Orleans will never be the same.

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I just love everything about Sassy!  From when I first read about her in the stories in Midnight Ink, I knew there was something more too why I liked her so much.   Sassy is not just her name, it’s who she is.  She has a commanding presence.  She has a wonderful heart and can see the good in people.  She is also one hell of a matchmaker. She will sacrifice herself for the good of others.  Sassy is one of those people that you just can’t help but to like.

Carrie Ann Ryan delivers Sassy story with the powerful emotions that she is known for.  Giving her not just one, but two loves pulls at your heart string even more.  Combining three people from different paths in life falling in love, parting and trying reuniting their passion had me holding back the tears.  How could Sassy not love both Ian and Rafe, they both have quality that will make your smile and touch your soul.

A sassy love story that pulls at your heart!

An e-copy of this book was provided by the publisher for an honest review!