Happy New Year's

Stick Girl Book Reviews Favorite Reads of 2013



I can’t believe 2013 is almost over! Where has the time gone? I firmly believe the older we get the faster time flies .

It’s been quite the year for me! I’ve had some really happy highs (Book Bash & Naughty Mafia Signing) and I’ve had a few bumps in the road. I left my job of 15 years in the corporate world in July 2013 although it was a hard decision to make it was something I haven’t regretted at all. I took some time recently for “me” and I’m ready to become more active on my blog. I missed all of you! I love talking books! I love sharing the books that make me do my freak-outs and I love hearing what fellow readers have to say about books! As long as I have one person who follows me and wants to chat books I will continue to do this!

I’ve read 287 books in 2013. I was just shy of my Goodreads goal of 300 books to read, oh well I can try again next year  The following books I read over the past year that truly affected me one way or another have made to my Favorite Reads of 2013. These books had me……



Or totally gave me a …..




moment….Many times I thought….



And I definitely was a ….



Now some of the reads combined ALL of the above emotions but by the end of each of and every one of these reads I was …





And admittedly there were a few characters that I wished I could’ve…




There are so many books as well as authors I truly adore and compiling a list of this nature was not easy. In fact, I joked that this was the biggest stressor in my life and once I stated that I realized WOW! I’m blessed if this my stress!

Stick Girl Book Reviews Favorite Reads of 2013 (in no particular order):

 

~ Beneath the Burn by Pam Godwin
~ Fighting Redemption by Kate McCarthy
~ What’s Left of Me by Amanda Maxlyn
~ On Solid Ground by Michelle Kemper Brownlow
~ Addicted to You by Krista & Becca Ritchie
~ Night Owl by M. Pierce
~ Until You by Penelope Douglas
~ Wounded by Jasinda Wilder
~ Storm Warning by E. Lee & C. Quinn
~ Dear Emily by Trudy Stiles
~ Jake Undone by Penelope Ward
~ Forbidden by Tabitha Suzuma
~ Fear of Telling by S.L. Jennings
~ In a Heartbeat by Liz King
~ Just One Song by Stacey Lynn
~ Bullet by Jade C. Jamison
~ Connected by Kim Karr
~ Going Under by S. Walden
~ Arsen: A Broken Love Story by Mia Asher
~ Driven by K. Bromberg
~ Consequences by Aleatha Romig
~ Take What You Want by Ann Lister
~ Pulse by Gail McHugh
~ Rule by Jay Crownover
~ Sweet Thing by Renee Carlino
~ Obsession: Darkness Falls by Ivory Quinn
~ Music of the Heart by Katie Ashley
~ Light in the Shadows by A. Meredith Walters
~ Savor You by Emily Snow
~ Hustle Me by Jennifer Foor
~ Grounded by R.K. Lilley
~ Irresistible Refrain by Michelle Mankin
~ Thou Shalt Not by JJ Rossum
~ Everything I’ve Never Had by Lynetta Halat
~ Lost Boy by Tara Brown
~ Raising Ryann by Alyssa Rae Taylor
~ Rock My Bed by Michelle Valentine
~ A Blue Tale by Sarah Dosher
~ Relentless by Cassia Leo
~ Take Care Sara by Lindy Zart

I would like to thank all of the fantastic authors in our book world for sharing their dreams with all of us. Your dreams have helped me through some of my most difficult times this year. They have brought a smile to my lips, a gasp of outrage or shock (both most of the time), a screaming cry of outrage or sorrow, a sobbing stomach hurt can’t talk moment, a WTH just happened did I read that right and a ton of freaky dance moves that my children got a kick out of to me.

I would also like to thank those authors that have thought of me the past few months while I stepped away from blogging. Those of you who contacted me just to see how I was doing or say Hello, those of you who arbitrarily sent me an ARC of your latest book just to do it! There are truly no words to express how touched I was by your thoughtfulness. Those surprise emails and PM made my day!

To my FB friends and followers ~ Oh my, you have been absolutely fantastic to me! I so appreciate all the kind words, the laughs, the simply reaching out and where the heck are you PM’s. I often talk about my “book friends” with my friends and family and how much each and everyone of you mean to me. If you ever need anything you know I will always be here! I love you ALL!

I’m looking forward to 2014 and I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year’s. May you & yours be blessed with health and happiness this upcoming year. I can’t wait to “chat” books with each and every one of you!

Happy New Year's!!!!!!!!

Love,

Kim Box Person

~ Cover Reveal & Giveaway ~

What the Heart Takes (#3 Soulmate Series) 

 by Kelli McCracken

 

 

 What the Heart Takes: Soulmate Series #3

Author: Kelli McCracken

Genre: Paranormal Romance

Length: Novel

Tentative Release Date: December 2013

 

 

One of my FAVORITE series long awaited third book is coming out December 2013! I absolutely adore Kelli McCracken's Soulmate Series! Yes it's PARANORMAL romance which I don't read too much of BUT this series is a MUST read! Yes we have some "hot" rock star's but there is also angst, laughs, a few tears and suspense! I can not WAIT for What the Heart Takes to be released! The cover is AWESOME (if you've read the first two books in the series, What the Heart Wants & What the Heart Needs, then you will understand this cover.

 

If you've been with me for awhile then you may recall that earlier this year I hosted a Rock Star Romance Week where I featured a different author for 5 days. Well, Kelli was one of those authors and you can reference my archived posts to "refresh" yourself but now it's time to learn more about What the Heart Takes.

 

 

~ Synopsis ~

 

Compelled by fate, will he sacrifice everything to save her?

Dylan McBride has never liked hiding—from his fans, the press, or his father. He’s left with no other choice after his father threatens Heaven’s life. Protecting his wife and unborn child is the only thing that matters. He’d do anything to save them. Even tolerate a connection she shares with her Keeper, the man sworn to save her life. The man he used to call his friend.

Layne’s struggling with his pyrokinetic abilities, as well as accepting his role as Heaven’s Keeper. As if kissing her didn’t make things awkward enough, he learns that their connection is more complicated than he ever imagined. So complicated, it affects not only his mind, but also his soul.

Though he’s taken to his Keeper duties, Heaven senses a battle between Layne’s heart and soul. A battle that’s preventing him from accessing his abilities. There’s only one sure way to help him. Their friendship must deepen. But nothing’s ever easy, and she soon discovers there’s a thin line between love, hate, and What the Heart Takes.

You can add What the Heart Takes to your GR TBR by clicking here -> What the Heart Takes

Teaser Time ~ Here's a little tease of What the Heart Takes ~

"I’m sorry," he sighed, leaning his head against hers. "I don’t want to feel like this. I sure as hell don’t like you feeling this with me, but I—"

"Don’t," she whispered, pressing her finger to his lips. "Don’t ever apologize for loving me or for any other emotion that stems from that. I would feel the same as you, if the roles were reversed."

"No you wouldn’t, because you’re pure of heart. You love unconditionally. I’m just a jealous jerk."

"You’re not a jealous jerk. You’re just a man, trying to protect what he loves." He tried to look away, but she pressed her hands to his face, holding it in place. "Nothing will ever change the way I feel about you. Even if Layne was head-over-heels for me, he isn’t you. My connection with him is fueling his emotions. He’ll work through them."

His eyes wavered with emotion, as did their bond. "I know you love me. I’ve never questioned that, except for Aruba, and that was because of my stubbornness. I’ve come close to losing you twice because of it. I don’t want it to happen again."

"I’m not going anywhere." She grabbed his hand, placing it against her stomach. "We’re bound, Dylan. In heart, in soul, in every breath we take. I will always be yours."

His lips pressed together as he feigned a smile. "Deep down, I know you’re right. I shouldn’t let it bother me, but I can’t help it. Before you came into my life, he was my closest friend. We’ve been through a lot."

"And I complicated that." Her eyes fell to the floor, but only for a moment. His fingers slid under her chin as he nudged it upward.

"No, you completed me. You gave me the one thing I’ve searched for my entire life…you."
Haven't read the first two book in the series? Well, be sure and follow these links to learn more about What the Heart Wants & What the Heart Needs as well as add them to your GR TBR ~ What the Heart Wants (Soulmates Series #1) and What the Heart Needs (Soulmate Series #2).

I've previously reviewed both books and you may find my reviews by following these links ~

Kim's Review of What the Heart Wants~ August 2012

Kim's Review of What the Heart Needs ~ November 2012

~ About the Author ~

 



 When Kelli McCracken’s not writing, she’s usually looking for duct tape for her inner critic’s mouth. Or begging her characters to let her sleep. When procrastination strikes, you can find her rocking out with an air guitar or hanging out on Facebook.

"Forrest Gump's momma said it best. Life is like a box of chocolates. Mine is full of nuts. My motto: Sanity is optional, but not a requirement. My characters love waking me up in the middle of the night for long talks. They have no sense of time."
 
Here's the links to follow Kelli and get the latest updates on the Soulmate Series as well as other books she has written ~

Kelli's Website
Kelli's Amazon Author Page ~ you can also find the links to purchase her previous released books on this page
Twitter
Kelli's Facebook Author Page
Soulmate Series Facebook Page
Dylan McBride (Soulmate Series) Facebook Page
Layne Perry (Soulmate Series) Facebook Page
Goodreads
Kelli's Facebook Page

~ Giveaway ~

 

To celebrate the Cover Reveal of What the Heart Takes Kelli is hosting a HUGE GIVEAWAY ~ Enter the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win one of the following AMAZING prizes ~

 

1 Signed paperback copy of What the Heart Wants: Soulmate Series Book One

2 eCopies of What the Heart Wants

1 eBook set of What the Heart Wants & What the Heart Needs

2 eArcs of What the Heart Takes

1 $10 Amazon gift card



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Congratulations to H.B. Heinzer for having "Bent" picked up by Montlake Publishing

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Synopsis

If there’s one thing Julia Wilson has learned in life, it’s that you can’t push your own dreams to the background for anyone. Newly divorced, Julia returns to the hometown she once swore would never see her again. Her plan is simple; enjoy the cheap rent her friend is offering and stay just long enough to develop a plan to make her own dreams come true. It doesn't take long before Julia realizes she’s made a big mistake. Micah Anderson came closer to breaking Julia than anyone else ever had. After promising her forever, he broke her heart the week before she left for college. Now, Julia’s back in town and he’s going to have to tell her the truth about why he left her. It’s not possible to hide a twelve year old child when you live in a town of 5,000 people. Is following her dreams worth it if it means giving up on a second chance with her first love? Is trying to make a relationship work worth it if his past becomes a threat to her safety?

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Excerpt

The air around them crackled with anticipation as they silently walked to the living room. She sat on the couch and invited him to sit next to her. Micah removed his boots and pulled her from her seat. Once he was lying on the couch, he pulled Julia down to him, and she sank in between him and the back of the couch. They fell asleep in each other’s arms, legs intertwined. Some time later, she felt Micah stir beneath her. Without hesitation, she brushed his jaw with her lips. A low groan fell from Micah’s mouth as she trailed kisses from the edge of his goatee to the tender hollow below his ear. She pulled her head back to take in the serene look on his face as helay with his eyes closed. Micah sighed again, pulling Julia onto his chest as he shifted to his back. The full body contact sentshockwaves straight to Julia’s core. It had been years since such simple movements caused this type of reaction within her. She brushed the hair from Micah’s face and continued to deliverfeatherlight kisses across his forehead, then one to the tip of his nose. Her breath caught when she saw the longing in Micah’s eyes. The moment she brought her lips to his, the passion exploded. He gently bit her lower lip before sliding the tip of his tongue to meet hers. When she didn’t resist, he allowed his tongue to explore more, tenderly sweeping around hers before he felt her gently sucking his tongue deeper into her mouth. Micah’s calloused hands reached under Julia’s shirt, caressing her sides. Her back arched as she felt his thumbs slide over the top of her cotton bra. “You’re going to have to tell me when it’s too much,” Micah groaned through staggered breaths. “I’ve waited so long to touch you again, I won’t be the one to say no.” As he placed gentle kisses at the corners of her mouth, Julia whispered, “I’m not saying no either.” She tugged at the hem of his T-shirt, needing to feel his bare skin against hers. Micah shifted their bodies so he could sit up without breaking their embrace. Before leaning back on the couch, he slid his hands up her back to unclasp her bra. Julia leaned back as he slid the straps from hershoulders, allowing him to take in the sight of her swollen breasts. Micah kissed and nipped his way down Julia’s neck to her chest until he slowly took one taut nipple into his mouth. She moaned as his tongue teased his way around the sensitive tip. In anticipation, her panties were drenched. There would be time for taking it slow later. Right now, she needed him. Julia hurriedly worked on the stud on Micah’s jeans, “Do you still carry one … in your … wallet?” she whispered between deep kisses. Micah nodded in confirmation, and Julia reached under him. Micah sat on the couch with Julia straddled across his lap. “Baby, not here …” She swallowed hard at his words. “I swear, I’ll kill you if you stop now,” Julia warned. She was past the point of no return.  

Meet H.B.

With the exception of three years spent in the middle of Nebraska, H.B. Heinzer has called southern Wisconsin home. During that time in Nebraska, she imagined one of her favorite authors living on the far western edge of the county, just south of the highway. At the time, becoming a novelist was a distant dream for her. Now, she is the author living in that location. Ironically, she later found out that same favorite author lives just outside the town HB lived in for the first eighteen years of her life. Now, HB lives in the middle of nowhere but still close enough to the city to not feel isolated. It's the perfect place to let her two kids run and explore their huge yard, teach them about the food chain as they prepare their first-ever garden and debate building a chicken coop. It's one of those dreams that is only possible thanks to the amazing opportunities that have come through writing.  

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Release Day Blitz!!! My Today My Way Series,  Book Two by: HJ Bellus

Release Day Blitz!!!

My Today

My Way Series, 

Book Two

by: HJ Bellus

     

Synopsis:

Lacey’s Story…

Covering up pain is easy. It’s keeping it tucked away that’s hard. I’ve always needed the cover of tattoos to hide the nasty past that leached its way into me, tainting me beneath my skin. Not the shiny, trendy tats, but the ugly broken kind, meant to keep the world at bay. If they weren’t enough, then my piercings, foul mouth and crazy hair usually did the trick. Life had taught me to never follow the rules, because when you do, you get burned.

That philosophy served its purpose, until I met someone who turned my life upside down. Milly, the little hoochie, stormed into my life and changed everything with her undying faith in me, her love and her shitty coffee concoctions. I found a family in Milly, and her sexy farm boy, Cree. She accepted me without hesitation, and never ran from the dark and dangerous secrets that I harbored. My new family loved me unconditionally, with their showers of sprinkles and impromptu dance parties. 

My life was perfectly imperfect until Tripp and his crazy-ass ideas of princesses. Our relationship is what most would describe as fuel meeting fire. We were both hell bent on burning each other to the ground. Tripp, fresh out of rehab, moved in with Milly and Cree to try and make a new life for himself. Tripp, the sexy as hell, charismatic beast, soon became one of my best friends. We shared our love of ice cream and tattoos as we blazed our own path that could only lead to a beautiful train wreck. The only question left is, will we set the countryside ablaze with our hot tempers and foul mouths, or will we paint our own happy ending filled with all the gushy shit normal people crave?

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Teasers!!

We meet Lacey and Tripp in book ONE in the My Way Series,

 My Now & Forever

Meet HJ Bellus:

I'm just a simple girl who loves the country life.. .oh yeah! & a good corn dog! Throw in a little Vanilla Ice, and shits bound to get crazy! Be brave...

-Loves country life & music 

-Gets the case of the "fuck-its" often 

-Loves Big 

-Hurts Big 

-love corn dogs & candy.... & (sex & candaaay) 

-My heart is happy writing!!!

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Book Blast & Giveaway

Maybe This Time by Chantal Fernando

 

Title: Maybe This Time

Author: Chantal Fernando

Genre: New Adult

Release Date: October 14, 2013

Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18375518-maybe-this-time?ac=1

 

Synopsis

Moving in with my half-brother Xander, I had no idea what to expect. But nothing could have prepared me for this. My brother’s friends are wild, protective, secretive, always around. And drop dead gorgeous. Out of all of them, there's something about Reid Knox. Brooding, temperamental, guarded… And I want him more than anything I have ever wanted in my life.  

 

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About the Author

Chantal Fernando is 26, a mother of three beautiful little boys and lives in Western Australia. Chase is her debut novel, followed by Kade, Ryder, James and Maybe This Time. She is currently working on a few other projects.

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I Surrender by Monica James is making history!!

For the first time ever, a soundtrack has been written to accompany a book!! The 10 track album was written by Passengers of Ego, the band starring in the novel. All songs were inspired by I Surrender, and reflect a chosen chapter in the book.

 

The album entitled, I Surrender will be available via iTunes, and also on CD on October 25^th 2013.

 

For pre orders- passengersofego.bigcartel.com

Passengers of Ego are coming! https://www.facebook.com/passengersofego I Surrender by Monica James https://www.facebook.com/authormonicajames https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17372057-i-surrender
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Monica James’ publisher, theEDGEbooks.com has put together an author signing and band performance of P.O.E. to help celebrate the release of the CD at the legendary, House of Blues in Downtown Disney, Anaheim! Come out to meet Monica James and the band Nov. 2, 2013 at Rockin’ the Holidays Indie Readers Bash!

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Waiting for Mine & Remy by Katy Evans Giveaway

 

 

 

 

As I sat at my laptop and pondered what I should do for my next Giveaway I literally was .....

 

 



I couldn't decide WHAT I wanted to Giveaway ~ I finally decided to take a gander at my calendar to see what books I was "highly" anticipating when it suddenly came to me!  So I jumped up from my chair and did a little.....





You see I LOVED Katy Evan's Real if you read the book then you ladies all know about Remington "Riptide" Tate! Also known as, Remy! Ladies this man is .....



Totally drool worthy! Oh to do this to him.........





Well let's just not only would my DREAMS come true but I may very well.........



But in all seriousness Real is one FANFREAKINGTASTIC read! I just happen to have 2 paperbacks on my shelves (note I have a problem when I order on Amazon and continually order 2 of the same book ~ that could bode well for you my friends) and figured since there is a less than a month left before Mine by Katy Evans is released on November 5, 2013 I should giveaway my "extra" paperback of Real and signed "swag" that I picked up when I was at Book Bash in Orlando back in June!

Now if you haven't read Real then you will want to check this out!

 

A fallen boxer.
A woman with a broken dream.
A competition…

He even makes me forget my name. One night was all it took, and I forgot everything and anything except the sexy fighter in the ring who sets my mind ablaze and my body on fire with wanting…

Remington Tate is the strongest, most confusing man I’ve ever met in my life.

He’s the star of the dangerous underground fighting circuit, and I’m drawn to him as I’ve never been drawn to anything in my life. I forget who I am, what I want, with just one look from him. When he’s near, I need to remind myself that I am strong–but he is stronger. And now it’s my job to keep his body working like a perfect machine, his taut muscles primed and ready to break the bones of his next opponents . . .

But the one he’s most threatening to, now, is me.

I want him. I want him without fear. Without reservations.

If only I knew for sure what it is that he wants from me?

 

 

This is the FIRST MMA book I had ever read! This is what KICKED everything off for my love of those oh so sexy fighters ~ If you want to add Real to your Goodreads TBR then just click here ~ Real Goodreads

 

You can purchase Real at by clicking these links ~ Amazon & Barnes & Noble for $7.59 (e-book price). I'd be remiss if I didn't give you the "deets" on both Mine & Remy the next two books in Katy's Real Series.  So let's start off with Mine which is the second book in the series ~

 

He's mine, and I'm his. Our love is all-consuming, powerful,
imperfect, and real...

In the international bestseller REAL, the unstoppable bad boy of the Underground fighting circuit finally met his match. Hired to keep him in prime condition, Brooke Dumas unleashed a primal desire in Remington "Riptide" Tate as vital as the air he breathes . . . and now he can't live without her.

Brooke never imagined she would end up with the man who is every woman's dream, but not all dreams end happily ever after, and just when they need each other the most, she is torn away from his side. Now with distance and darkness between them, the only thing left is to fight for the love of the man she calls MINE.

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You can add Mine to your Goodreads TBR by clicking here ~ Mine Goodreads and you can also Pre-Order Mine by clicking one of these links  ~ Amazon or Barnes & Noble ~ The book is set to release on November 5, 2013.

 

Because Katy is a sweetheart (truly is!) we also get Remy releasing on November 26, 2013! WHOHOO ~ Two books from Katy in the same month :) Time to check out what Remy is going to be about!

 

Underground fighter Remington Tate is a mystery, even to himself. His mind is dark and light, complex and enlightening. At times his actions and moods are carefully measured, and at others, they spin out of control.

Through it all, there's been one constant: wanting, needing, loving, and protecting Brooke Dumas. This is his story; from the first moment he laid eyes on her and knew, without a doubt, she would be the realest thing he's ever had to fight for

 

Add Remy to your Goodreads TBR here ~ Remy Goodreads and you can Pre-Order Remy by clicking here ~ Amazon or Barnes & Noble

 

Okay the GIVEAWAY is SIMPLE just enter the Rafflecopter below and a Winner will be chosen on October 23rd~ Good Luck!

 

 





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Please note that Giveaway is open to U.S. & Canadian Residents Only ~ Also failure to complete each item on Rafflecopter will disqualify you ~ Next GIVEAWAY will be once I hit 3000 Facebook Likes I will be giving away set of  Fallen Too Far, Never Too Far & Forever Too Far by Abbi Glines  in paperback!!

Euphoria by Erin Noelle Cover Reveal

Cover Design: by Hang Le

Cover Photography : Toski Covey Photography



 

Before I share the synopsis of Euphoria the 3rd book in the Book Boyfriend Series I want to share a small story! This cover brought back fond memories of the Naughty Mafia Book Signing in Las Vegas! It was at this signing that I met Erin in person along with Toski Covery & Hang Le! I recall when we were talking about the photo shoot for the cover of Euphoria while sitting at the Pink Taco restaurant in the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino! Boy did we have a few laughs and I'm STOKED to see the cover turned out absolutely GORGEOUS ~ but I wouldn't expect anything less from the ever talented Toski Covey & Hang Le!

 

I've read Metamorphosis & Ambrosia and LOVED them! If you've read this series can you guess who my book boyfriend is in this series? If you haven't read either book OH MY GOSH you need to do so like now! I promise you will have a few moments like this..........

 



I certainly did!  You can check out my reviews of both books on Goodreads by following these links:  Kim's Review of Metamorphosis & Kim's Review of Ambrosia ~ I can't WAIT to see what Erin plans to do to me in Euphoria especially after the way Ambrosia ended!

~ SYNOPSIS ~

 

After a series of catastrophic misunderstandings and impulsively poor decision-making, Scarlett MacGregor finds herself once again torn between two loves, as different as they may be. Lacking proper closure with their relationship, accompanied by the overwhelming guilt for her role in his devastating downfall, Scarlett resolves to help Mason recover and reclaim his life as a budding rock star. However, now that he has finally claimed her as his, Ash Walker is bound and determined to keep her by his side, and he will go to any lengths necessary to do just that.

Mason Templeton has hit rock bottom. He’s in love with a girl whose heart and soul belong to another and he’s partied his way off of an international music tour that was supposed to be his big break. Returning home for rehab sounds like the worst possible way to start a new year, but when an unexpected friendship emerges, he begins to realize that maybe everything does happen for a reason.

Euphoria is the third and final installment of Scarlett, Ash, and Mason’s self-discovering journeys to  happiness and understanding the meaning of true love ~ the kind that begs for complete surrender.

 

Euphoria is set to release on December 17, 2013 and you can bet your bottom dollar that I cannot WAIT for to read this one!

 

Be sure and add Euphoria to your Goodreads TBR here ~ Euphoria Goodreads

 

Both Metamorphosis & Ambrosia are on sale for a limited time on Amazon for .99 cents! Grab them BOTH! Gobble them up! Then wait with bated breath, like I am, for Euphoria to be released!  You can purchase the first two books by following the links posted here ~ Metamorphosis Amazon & Ambrosia Amazon





Arouse & Allure by Nina Lane Cover Re-Reveal

News from Nina!

 

Why is there no release date for AWAKEN yet? One reason is that Amazon has blocked AROUSE and ALLURE from visibility because of the semi-nudity on the old covers. Until Amazon removes the filter and the books are fully back in the system, we can't schedule a release date for AWAKEN. As soon as the filter is removed, I'll make the announcement! 

 



 

 

 

      Title: Arouse (Spiral of Bliss #1) Author: Nina Lane Genre: Contemporary Romance 18+ Publication Date: December 24, 2012 Cover Design: Victoria Colotta of VMC Art & Design Event organized by: Literati Author Services, Inc.

Synopsis

"One day I'm going to touch you in a thousand different ways and show you how to touch me," he said. And he did. Struggling with a tormented past, undergraduate Olivia Winter once led a practical but isolated life. Then she met Professor Dean West, a brilliant scholar of medieval history who melted Liv's inhibitions and taught her the meaning of both love and erotic pleasure. But after three years of a blissful, lusty marriage, Liv and Dean now face a crisis that threatens everything they believe about each other...and sex might not be enough to save them

Purchase Links: KINDLE | NOOK | KOBO

 

  Title: Allure (Spiral of Bliss #2) Author: Nina Lane Genre: Contemporary Romance 18+ Publication Date: May 14, 2013 Cover Design: Victoria Colotta of VMC Art & Design

Synopsis

“We both want this so badly. I can feel it resonating between us like the hot pull of our first attraction, tangible and intense.” After lies and betrayal almost destroy their marriage, Dean and Olivia West reignite their blissful passion. The medieval history professor and his lovely wife are determined to fix their mistakes, and Liv’s unexpected pregnancy intensifies their desire to fall madly in love all over again. Then a family crisis forces Dean back into a feud with his parents and siblings, dredging up guilt over a painful family secret. Dean fights to shield Liv from the hostility, but for the first time, Liv resists her white knight’s defense. Her newfound resolve clashes with Dean’s desperate need to protect her. Liv and Dean have battled obstacles together before, but bitter family conflicts now endanger their fragile intimacy. And when Dean’s career is suddenly threatened, he and Liv must struggle with events that could damage them in ways they had never imagined.

 

Purchase Links: KINDLE | NOOK | KOBO

 

 

 

 

 

  About the Author USA Today bestselling author Nina Lane writes hot, sexy romances and spicy erotica. Originally from California, she loves traveling and thinks St. Petersburg, Russia is a city everyone should visit at least once. Nina also spent many years in graduate school studying art history and library sciences. Although she would go back for another degree if she could because she's that much of a bookworm, she now lives the happy life of a full-time writer. Nina's novel The Erotic Dark hit #1 on Amazon's Erotica Bestseller list, and she is currently working on the third book in the Spiral of Bliss series.

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The Spiral of Bliss Series is on of my most FAVORITE series I've ever read! If you haven't read them then I highly recommend you do so ASAP! They are that AWESOME!  Check out my Review of both books on Goodreads ~ Here's the links ~ Kim's Review of Arouse  &  Kim's Review of Allure

~ Cover Reveal & Giveaway ~

Rage by Michelle Pace & Tammy Coons

"Rage" by Michelle Pace and Tammy Coons

 

Contemporary Romance, Contemporary Women

Anticipated Release: December 1, 2013

Cover Reveal Hosted by: Literary Mania Reviews

 

 

If you know me then you know how much I absolutely ADORE Rock Star Romance Reads! Of course, I read a wide variety of books but for some reason this "rocker chick" really gets excited when a new Rocker Read is announced.

 

When I heard about the cover for reveal for Rage by Michelle Coons & Tammy Pace well I absolutely started to

 





Rage is the second book in The Sound Wave Series by Michele & Tammy and I CAN NOT WAIT to get my hands on it!!!!

 

"Fury's" sequel "Rage" THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED TALE OF FURY'S FRONT MAN

PHILLIP AND STEPHANIE OF "THE SOUND WAVE".

Synopsis:

Phillip Kersey finds himself and his hotheaded girlfriend, Stephanie, at a crossroads. He's the singer of the chart-topping rock band, Fury, and they're forever in the studio laying down tracks for their third album.

Steph's photography career has exploded. She's always on location and out of his grasp. Tired of Skype dates and stolen weekends, Phillip makes plans to whisk her off to Ireland so he can pop the question.

When Steph returns to the U.K. for the birth of their friends' baby, Phillip finally gets his chance. He's down on one knee when tragedy strikes. Aching hearts cause tempers to flair chaotically out of control. Phillip feels pushed aside and vanishes. Assumptions and accusations follow, and the public fallout between them becomes the stuff of legend.

When fate brings both Fury and Stephanie to a remote Brazilian paradise, the former lovers have no choice but to face each other head on. Will their wildfire chemistry burn down the wall between them, or will the tumultuous pair simply go up in flames?

Okay I've added this to my Goodreads TBR! I suggest you add it too my just clicking here ~ Rage Goodreads

If you haven't read the Fury then you are going to need to grab it and read it before December 1st.  Click here to check out the synopsis & add Fury to your Goodreads TBR ~ Fury Goodreads

 ~ Purchase LInks ~

 

Books are on sale for .99 cents ~ Limited Time!

 

Fury ~ Amazon

Smashwords

Barnes & Noble

 

Quest ~ Amazon
Smashwords
Barnes & Noble

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~ GIVEAWAY ~

Michelle will be giving away the following:

(1) signed paperback copy of "Fury" book 1 in the series. (2) eCopies of "Fury" and (1) of eCopy of "The Perpetual Quest for the Perfect Life" 3 packs signed bookmarks for "Fury", "Rage", "Quest" and "Crazy Love" and (1) $10.00 Amazon Gift Card

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How about a little teaser? Well, I feel in love with this one ~

 

 

Don't forget to add Rage to your Goodreads TBR! Be sure and enter the Giveaway! If you haven't started this series then be sure and grab Fury for .99 cents while you can!