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Twisted Knight (Tangled Hearts 1) by K. Bromberg-review tour

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Twisted Knight (Tangled Hearts 1) by K. Bromberg-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 24, 2024

Holden

They thought they’d managed to get rid of me once and for all. They thought I’d just forget what they did to my brother.

But I’m going to make sure that they never forget.

If only I can stop thinking about her.

Rowan

No one sees me. Behind my brother, I’m a ghost, managing the family business that he claims to run. But I’m tired of second fiddle. I’m tired of pretending. I’m going to take what’s mine.

The only problem? Well, he just came back to town.

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REVIEW:TWISTED KNIGHT is the first instalment in K. Bromberg’s contemporary adult TANGLED HEARTS dark, erotic, romance series. This is thirty-two year old, billionaire businessman Holden Knight, and heiress Rowan Rothschild’s story line.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Holden and Rowan) TWISTED KNIGHT follows in the aftermath of the hostile takeover of TinSpirits, the Rothschild family owned business. In the wake of her grandmother’s death, Rowan finds herself pushed to the side, as her brother slowly destroys the family business but selling to billionaire Holden Knight was something she never expected, a sale of which she never approved. Holden Knight is determined to destroy the Rothschild empire, starting with the woman with whom he is falling in love. Fifteen years earlier Holden’s life imploded, and a need for revenge is pushing our hero to destroy take down everyone involved.

The world building focuses on Holden’s long term plans for revenge; a need to take down the Rothschild empire but he never expected for fall for Rowan herself.Rowan struggles with her attraction to the man taking apart her family legacy but all is not well with the people in charge.

The relationship between Rowan and Holden is acrimonious at best. An enemies to lovers in which Holden and Rowan’s tempestuous back and forth is fraught with sexual frustration and palpable sexual attraction. Holden’s slow seduction of our story line heroine may be the catalyst that pushes Rowan over the edge. The $ex scenes are impassioned and intense.

We are introduced to Holden’s assistant Audrey; Rowan’s brother Rhett, and his best friend Chad.

TWISTED KNIGHT is a story of secrets and lies, power and control, vengeance, family and obsession. The premise is dramatic, dark, and gritty; the romance is gritty and heart breaking; the characters are determined and charismatic. TWISTED KNIGHT ends on a cliff hanger-you have been warned.

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Reviewed by Sandy

New York Times Bestselling author K. Bromberg writes contemporary novels that contain a mixture of sweet, emotional, a whole lot of sexy, and a little bit of real. She likes to write strong heroines, and damaged heroes who we love to hate and hate to love.

A mom of three, she plots her novels in between school runs and soccer practices, more often than not with her laptop in tow.

Since publishing her first book in 2013, K. has sold over one million copies of her books and has landed on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestsellers lists over twenty-five times.

In April, she’ll release The Player, the first in a two-book sports romance series (The Catch, book 2, will be released late June), with many more already outlined and ready to be written.

She loves to hear from her readers so make sure you check her out on social media or sign up for her newsletter to stay up to date on all her latest releases and sales HERE

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Of Vows and Betrayal (Corrupted Dynasties)by RG Angel-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 23, 2024

In a world where loyalty is rare and trust is easily broken, can love rise from the ashes of vengeance?

Javier:

Fifteen minutes. That’s all it took for my world to shatter. From the moment I said ‘I do’ to the moment her heart stopped beating, my happiness turned into a relentless nightmare. Fifteen years of meticulous planning have led to this moment—my chance for revenge against the man who destroyed my life by killing my wife. But protecting his daughter was never part of the plan, and now everything is more complicated than I ever imagined.

Ophelia:

Living under my father’s oppressive rule feels like a prison. My world is turned upside down when Javier Vargas, a brooding and enigmatic bodyguard, is assigned to protect me. Little do I know, his true mission is darker and more personal than I could ever imagine. As forbidden desires ignite and hidden truth unravel, can we overcome the tangled web of our pasts to find a future together?

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REVIEW:OF VOWS AND BETRAYAL is the first instalment in RG Angel’s contemporary, adult CORRUPTED DYNASTIES dark, erotic, Mafia romance series. This is billionaire Javier Vargas, and twenty-one year old Mafia princess Ophelia Bergotti’s story line.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Ophelia and Javier) OF VOWS AND BETRAYAL follows billionaire Javier Vargas as fifteen years of grief and pain culminate into a plan of action to take down the head of the Gambino family Angelo Bergotti, starting with his daughter Ophelia Bergotti. Hired to protect Ophelia, Javier begins a slow seduction of the woman with whom he will fall in love but once the truth is revealed, Javier finds himself on the outside looking in, desperate to protect our story line heroine. Lives are threatened, heart break and loss, pushing Javier out of Ophelia’s life.

The world building focuses on Javier’s need for revenge, revenge at all costs including the love of the woman he never expected but to take down Angelo Bergotti, Javier will have to destroy any and all trust he developed with our story line heroine.

The relationship between Ophelia and Javier begins as an assignment disguising Javier’s true intent to take down Ophelia’s father . From the outset their attraction to one another is palpable but Javier knows that to fall for Ophelia will only mean heart break for both. The $ex scenes are intimate and impassioned.

We are introduced to Javier’s best friends: Father Tiago, and computer IT wiz Derek; Ophelia’s father Angelo, cousin Fabrizio, several high ranking mobsters, as well as the Reaper aka Rafaelle Lucchesse . The requisite evil has many faces.

OF VOWS AND BETRAYAL is a story of secrets and lies, power and control, betrayal and vengeance, murder and retribution, family and friendships, relationships, forgiveness and love. The premise is dark, gritty and raw; the romance is seductive yet heart breaking; the characters are broken, desperate and dynamic.

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Reviewed by Sandy

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In addition to being an International Bestselling Author, I wear many hats – a trained lawyer, a globe-trotter, a coffee addict, and a cheese aficionado.

When I’m not immersed in lawyerly mayhem or crafting Contemporary Romance stories filled with heart, heat, and a touch of darkness, you’ll find me enjoying indoor activities in rainy (yet beautiful) Britain. These activities often include reading, indulging in TV series, and playing with my crazy puppies.

I hope my stories transport you to dreamlike worlds and bring as much joy to your heart as they bring to mine while writing them.

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Fangs So Bright and Deadly (Mythwoven 2) by Piper J Drake-review

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Fangs So Bright and Deadly (Mythwoven 2) by Piper J Drake-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 24, 2024

A Kitsune, a Kumiho, a Witch, and a danger not even their combined magic is strong enough to defy.

Marie Xiao lives a double life, moonlighting as a freelance consultant in corporate Seattle even as she dedicates herself—and her powers as a witch—to chasing down objects of myth and magic before they can be used to harm humankind. She carefully guards the bridges between worlds and has never once been tempted to stray.

Until she catches the eye of a pair-bonded kitsune and kumiho and her whole world is thrown into chaos.

Japanese and Korean fox spirits Yamamoto Kuro and Joseph Choe have been hoping to cross paths with Marie since their first chance meeting at an artifact retrieval gone decidedly wrong. They may work for Marie’s enemy, but they don’t see any reason why they can’t mingle a little work and play…especially when a (literal) dead man waltzes into their impromptu reunion, raising intriguing questions about a deeper magic that may be afoot. Temporarily teaming up, the trio investigate the unusual unrest…but as loyalties begin to shift and lines blur, Kuro, Joe, and Marie may find themselves at the precipice of something none of them are prepared to face…or deny.

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REVIEW:FANGS SO BRIGHT AND DEADLY is the second instalment in Piper J. Drake’s contemporary, adult MYTHWOVEN erotic, Asian mythology, romance series. This is with Marie Xiao, and Japanese and Korean fox spirits Yamamoto Kuro (Kitsune) and Joseph Choe’s (gumiho) story line. FANGS SO BRIGHT AND DEADLY can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story line is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: The relationship between Marie, Kuro and Joe is a threesome with some same $ex situations, as well as $ex scenes involving all three characters.

Told from three omniscient third person perspectives (Marie, Kuro, Joe) FANGS SO BRIGHT AND DEADLY follows the building relationship between Marie, Kuro and Joe. All three are in a similar business, retrieving magical artifacts and objects for elite ‘customers’ but when Joe and Kuro failed to complete an assignment for Babel, they will be hexed by a pain witch, as our heroine struggles to find an answer or a cure. Meanwhile, Marie’s latest business contract for the Darke Consortium with Socrates Industries comes with an assortment of questionable quirks including a dead man walking, a blue lotus and, an Egyptian amulet with magical powers.

The world building is complex and detailed blending Asian and Egyptian mythology ;an assortment of supernatural and paranormal creatures including witches, fae, vampires, werewolves, and fox shifters kitsune and gumiho. The author encompasses and incorporates Asian cuisine, as well as Asian traditions.

The relationship between Marie, and Joe and Kuro begins as friends. Marie had previously met Joe and Kuro on a prior assignment but the cursed duo found themselves falling for our story line heroine. Joe and Kuro were a couple, whose attraction to Marie was mutual but the hex added limitations to their relationship. The $ex scenes are provocative and intimate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large assortment of supernatural creatures including Rensho, a talking scroll. We are reintroduced to Thomas the werewolf, PA Duncan, winged Fae-Ashke , Punch (kinaree bird), Bennett, and Asamoah.

FANGS SO BRIGHT AND DEADLY is a story of power and control, magic and mayhem, acceptance and love. The premise is intricate and multi-layered; the romance is seductive; the characters are magical and charismatic.

Click HERE for Sandy’s reviews of book one WINGS ONCE CURSED

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Reviewed by Sandy

Piper J. Drake is a bestselling author of romantic suspense and edgy contemporary romance, a frequent flyer, and day job road warrior. She is often distracted by dogs, cupcakes, and random shenanigans.

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Off Edge by Addison Brae-Review & Guest Post

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Off Edge by Addison Brae-Review & Guest Post

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 26, 2024

Do you know what it’s like to win an Olympic gold, then have it stripped away? I do.

Gold is every figure skater’s life dream. At fifteen, I experience the thrill of wearing the medal for a few minutes until judges accused me of being too young to be eligible. That’s when I realized my father’s ultimate lie could cost more than my title.

During our daring escape from Russia, I pressured my coach to tell the truth about my adoption. But the quad combination and two world titles aren’t enough to keep the scandal from erasing my career and identity. Disgraced, disqualified, and devastated, I can’t face a rink, fans, or daily life. My controlling dad’s betrayal lights a fire to break free from his bad decisions. My best friend and a journalist who will tell my story step in to stop the downward spiral and help me uncover my past.

The story of Docia’s fierce determination to discover her true identity, unerase her career, and find the passion to skate again will engage teen readers, figure skating fans, and anyone who’s ever experienced betrayal from someone close.

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REVIEW:I love watching figure skating ⛸️ it’s so graceful and full of passion.

This is a story that captures all that passion and beauty.

YA/NA read that just transports you into the mind of a fifteen year old skater. Her joy at skating her best, winning a medal. Then her confusion at the cryptic conversation with a fellow skater. Then horror/fear and absolute sorrow/pain at being stripped of the medal.

Docia was such an amazing character, you feel her joy and her pain in this book. Her father was a total a$$! How he could do that to his daughter just floored me! Her friend was just a rock.

We also get a little romance 🥰 a daring escape and a twist that was a little unexpected, but a nice surprise. Watching Docia come into her own, breaking away from her overbearing father. To discover family doesn’t have to be blood related.

Told from Docia’s point of view. Her emotions are put on display. Her resilience, her determination and her willingness to fight for what was done to her.

So, if you like skating/mystery or even just a new book/author to read, then grab this book.

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Reviewed by Julie B🦋

 

Who are your favorite literary villains?

By Addison Brae, author of Off Edge

Who are the characters that creep you out most in books or movies? Laurent, James, and Victoria in Twilight, Aunt Lydia in The Handmaid’s Tale, and Coriolanus Snow in The Hunger Games are major villains. What do you like and not like about these antagonist characters?

Some villains are real people and others are supernatural or giant human/societal forces. Each affect and challenge the main character in different ways. All require the protagonist to stay on their guard. They also keep us reading to see what will happen next. For example, how will Frodo make it past Boromir and Sauron with the ring to Mount Doom and back home safely to the Shire in Lord of the Rings? Is it possible for Harry Potter to fight off human foes like Draco Malfoy to defeat Lord Voldemort? Will Percy Jackson prevail in each of his battles against Luke Castellan, Kronos, King of the Titans, and his other enemies?

Has someone or something in your life creeped you out? Maybe the neighbor or a coworker who’s just always there? Or maybe you’ve had a period in your life when nothing went your way. Your family, people at school or work, or some unknown force wreaks havoc on everything you try to do. Some characters’ creepiness is more overt and for others, it may be hard to put your finger on exactly what makes you squirm. They’re just disturbing.

This type of creepy character inspired some colorful antagonists in Off Edge. One is Docia’s former friend, Stacy, a vicious competitor who’s in on the scheme to bring her down. A mashup of a couple of former bosses who started out friendly then turned mean inspired her into a character who says things like this:

She prances up, arms open for a big hug. “Congratulations, Docia. Enjoy your fourth place….” She leans in close, “…until everyone finds out….”

Another is Docia’s father who has characteristics of people in past relationships in my life. This character’s control and emotional abuse whittles away at Docia’s self-confidence with reactions such as this:

“I did it!”

 “You did, and I’m so proud of you, sweetie. You looked beautiful out there.”

 Dad’s embrace isn’t so warm. “Nice job, Docia. I’ve told you a million times not to rush your elements. You know better.”

I stiffen and pull away. “But I’m in fourth place,” I whisper out of the media’s view.

The best part of an intriguing rival is how the main character reacts to them. Do they face off in a direct battle? What’s wickedly satisfying in fiction is when the main character brings the bad guy down and walks away in complete victory.

Next time someone creeps you out, say hello. Talk to them. Maybe they just need a kind word. Now is a perfect time to change a potentially bad outcome to something fantastic.

Happy reading!

 

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Addison Brae lives in Dallas, Texas on the edge of downtown. As a child, she was constantly in trouble for hiding under the bed to read when she was supposed to be napping. She has been writing since childhood starting with diaries, letters, and short stories. She continues today with articles, video scripts, and other content as an independent marketing consultant.

Addison writes adult and new adult romantic suspense and contemporary young adult fiction. When she’s not writing, Addison travels, collects interesting cocktail recipes, and hosts parties. She’s still addicted to reading and enjoys jogging in her neighborhood park, sipping red wine, binge-watching TV series, vintage clothing, and hanging out with her artistic other half and their neurotic cat Lucy.

Watch for Off Edge, a new young adult contemporary scheduled to release in September 2024. The story of this young Olympic champion’s fierce determination to discover her true identity, unerase her career, and find the passion to skate again will engage teen readers, figure skating fans, and anyone who’s ever experienced betrayal from someone close.

Nothing brings a book to life better than film. Watch the book trailers for the romantic suspense Becker Circle and Dark Energy on YouTube. Also stream or download the songs, DARK ENERGY (Brian Miller) and DARK ENERGY .germans REMIX (Bobby Hoke/Brian Miller), from your favorite music source. BECKER CIRCLE and DARK ENERGY are huge tributes to bartenders, bar managers, and servers – all superheroes!

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The Fouls We Make (Braysen U 3) by Brooke O’Brien-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 20, 2024

I’ve sworn off dating football players. After my last relationship ended disastrously, I’ve given up on love entirely.

Determined to start over fresh, somewhere far from Rixton, Tennessee, I impulsively transfer to Braysen University. The Carver twins were like brothers to me growing up. So, when they offer me a place to live until a dorm room frees up, I accept.

Reed Hendrix is as irresistible as he is off-limits. Sleeping in the room next to him could complicate things. Not only because my brother warned Reed to stay away from me but also because falling for him would break my own rule.

Yet it’s unnerving how quickly I find myself giving in to my feelings for him. Before I know it, we’re stealing glances and sneaking around, dangerously toeing the line between flirting and fooling around.

The more I unravel at the hands of Reed, the harder it is to resist falling for him. When my past catches up with me, it’s more than my heart on the line.

They say some rules are meant to be broken.

When secrets are revealed, I can only hope my heart isn’t left broken too.

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REVIEW:THE FOULS WE MAKE is the third instalment in Brooke O’Brien’s contemporary, new adult BRAYSEN U erotic, football romance series. This is college football player Reed Hendrix, and fellow student Tatum Pierce’s story line. THE FOULS WE MAKE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story lie premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Tatum and Reed) THE FOULS WE MAKE follows in the wake of Tatum Pierce’s arrival at Braysen University. Tatum Pierce has secrets, secrets that keep her up at night, threatening to break her hard fought need to remain under the radar. Meeting Braysen U football player Reed Hendrix threatens all hopes of not breaking her no-relationship policy until she discovers Reed will be one of her new roommates at Braysen U but all is not well in Tatum’s life; the past has followed and found our story line heroine, and the threats have become dangerous and real.With the help of Reed Hendrix, Tatum is hoping to move forward without always having to look back.

The world building follows two intersecting paths: the building romance and relationship between our story line couple, and the past that continues to threaten our story line heroine. Always trying to keep a low profile, the past has tracked Tatum Pierce, and her nightmare is about to begin anew.

The relationship between Tatum and Reed is a close proximity, friends to lovers,immediate and strong sexual attraction. Needing a place to live, Tatum finds refuse with her brother’s best friends at Braysen U, friends that are all members of the university football team. Under the protection of our story line hero, Tatum finds herself beginning to relax until the past discovers the who, where and why. Falling for Reed is easy, but protecting her heart is more difficult and dangerous. The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

The secondary and supporting characters include Colter and Ava (The Games We Win 1) Beckham and Hallyn (The Rivals We Hate 1), Hayes and Everly (The Plays We Fake 2), as well as the introduction of Tatum’s brother Talon Pierce and his friend Wren, Colter’s sister Wyatt, Zane and Knox. The author has plans for a ‘hockey’ romance series featuring Tatum’s brother Talon.

THE FOULS WE MAKE is another story of betrayal and obsession, secrets and lies, power and control, family and friendships, relationships and love. The premise is captivating, haunting and intriguing; the romance is spicy and spirited; the characters are determined, clever and realistic.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
The Rivals We Hate
The Plays We Fake

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Reviewed by Sandy

USA Today Bestselling author Brooke O’Brien writes steamy and swoon-worthy new adult and contemporary romances.

She believes a love worth having is worth fighting for, and she brings this into her stories where her characters risk it all for love.

If Brooke’s not writing or reading, she’s probably spending time with her family, binge-watching the latest crime documentary, indulging in chocolate, or watching Hawkeye football or NBA basketball.

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BRUTAL ICE (Ice Breaker: Cold Case 11) by Cynthia Eden-review

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BRUTAL ICE (Ice Breaker: Cold Case 11) by Cynthia Eden-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 24, 2024

He was never meant to be anyone’s savior…and then he found her.

Royal Boudreaux isn’t interested in being a hero. Quite the opposite. Darkness clings to him, and he lets that darkness out by hunting and catching the most dangerous killers who roam the streets. Everyone needs a hobby, right? During his latest hunt, Royal expects to take down his prey. He doesn’t expect to find a beautiful woman trapped in the trunk of a car.

Save the woman. Then walk away…

He intends to drop the gorgeous victim at the nearest police station and then get the hell away from her. Only walking away isn’t an option for Royal. Not this time. Because there is something about dancer Violet Murphy that calls to him. A driving, primitive pull. Royal finds that he can’t stay away from her. Scratch that–he doesn’t want to be away from Violet. What he does want? Her.

Determined, fierce, and unwilling to give in to the fear that he sees in her eyes, Violet slides right past Royal’s guard. Fragile on the outside, but with a core of steel in her soul, Violet is a fighter. But she can’t fight this battle alone.

She needs protection. Lucky for her, Royal has experience at playing bodyguard.

When Royal saved Violet, the killer escaped. Somewhere in the hot Savannah night, the killer still lurks. Royal intends to protect Violet and take out his prey. But Violet has uncovered the dark truth about Royal, and instead of being repelled, she’s determined to be at his side in order to get the justice she seeks. Being a victim again? Not on her agenda, thanks.

An unlikely alliance. A desire that can’t be contained.

Danger. Lust. Need. Desire burns brutally hot on a Savannah night. But the killer isn’t the only one closing in…because a very unexpected ghost from Royal’s own past is heading to town. Everything Royal knew about himself is about to be completely upended. Hero, monster…which one is he? With chaos reigning, there is only one certainty for Royal…protect Violet.

Save the woman. Then never, ever walk away.

Because you don’t walk away from the woman who holds your battered heart in the palm of her hand.

Author’s Royal’s hobby is dangerous, diabolical, and definitely not ordinary. But then again, he’s all of those things, too. When he discovers Violet, his entire world shifts focus. She matches him, she scares him, and…she just damn well might complete him. But in order to have a life with Violet, Royal has to first hunt down and stop the man who abducted her—and killed three other women. Lucky for Royal, he’s not hunting alone. The Ice Breakers are back. Passion, twists, and hot romance are coming your way.

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REVIEW: BRUTAL ICE is the eleventh instalment in Cynthia Eden’s contemporary, adult ICE BREAKER: COLD CASE romantic suspense series focusing on the men and women who work for Ice Breakers, an online team of crime solvers. This is billionaire Royal Boudreaux, and ballerina Violet Murphy’s story line. BRUTAL ICE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from three omniscient third person perspectives (Royal, Violet, killer) BRUTAL ICE follows Royal Boudreaux, as he hunts for a serial killer, Royal Boudreaux is a billionaire with a penchant for taking down the society’s evils but his most recent case brings him up close and personal with his future in the guise of dancer Violet Murphy. Royal found Violet locked in the trunk of an abandoned car, the woman bound and gagged as the killer’s next victim. Vowing to protect Violet with his life, Royal becomes guardian and protector of the woman he loves as he hunts for the person responsible for targeting our story line heroine. What ensues is the building relationship between Royal and Violet, and the potential fall-out as Royal becomes the prime suspect in the case he is desperate to close.

The world building focuses on the hunt for a killer. Royal Boudreaux and his ‘brother’ Beau were once street kids who were one another’s protectors and family. Royal’s need to destroy the people who take the lives of others makes him the perfect foil for law enforcement but Royal’s ability to track down the killers is often in opposition to the people in charge. When someone targets dancer Violet Murphy, Royal is determined to uncover the truth but

The relationship between Violet and Royal begins as a rescue but Royal doesn’t do relationships; is a man who keeps to himself but a man with the ability to uncover the truth. Falling for Violet was never his intention but he will protect Violet with his life. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top sexually graphic language and text.

The colorful secondary and supporting characters include Royal’s ‘brother’ Beau; Detective
Curran Barlow: stage director Micah Wright: dancer Simone; Dr. Leo Barnes, and the return of Dr. Antonia “Tony” Rossi and Aidan Warner (Touched By Ice 4), and Declan Flynn. I hope the author has future plans for Declan, and Beau.

BRUTAL ICE is a story of secrets and lies, obsession and madness, family and relationships, acceptance and love. The premise is intriguing and compelling; the romance is seductive; the characters are desperate, strong and determined.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Frozen in Ice
Falling for the Ice Queen
Ice Cold Saint
Touched by Ice
Trapped in Ice
Forged From Ice
Buried Under Ice
Ice Cold Kiss
Savage Ice
Locked In Ice

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Reviewed by Sandy

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TOUCHING DIABLO (Satan’s Keepers MC 8) by EC Land-review tour

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TOUCHING DIABLO (Satan’s Keepers MC 8) by EC Land

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 19, 2024

The past always has a way of coming back to bite you.

Diablo

One touch is all it takes. That’s all it ever took. I knew then and I know now what I want in life. You learn quick living on the streets that it’s not where you want to be the rest of your life. I won’t go back and I won’t let her either.

Years ago, life sucked, but I got the chance to turn it all around and I never looked back. Figured it was for the best. Didn’t think anything of it.

Not until I saw her again.

One look and I knew I’d screwed up, but that doesn’t mean I’m about to admit it. My brothers named me Diablo for a reason. I’ve got no problem being the devil in disguise, and she’s about to learn this very lesson.

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REVIEW: TOUCHING DIABLO is the eight instalment in EC Land’s contemporary, adult SATAN’S KEEPERS MC erotic, romance series. This is twenty six year old Damari aka Diablo, and twenty-three year old, primary school teacher London Weaver’s story line. TOUCHING DIABLO can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from three first person perspectives (Diablo, London, Reaper) TOUCHING DIABLO follows the building relationship between our story line couple. Approximately ten years earlier, sixteen year old Damari (Diablo) and Jarrett (Beast) were living on the streets when they encountered a homeless thirteen year old girl named London. Approximately six months later, London’s father, returned to the US to discover his daughter was missing. Taking custody, London would disappear from Damari and Jarrett’s life . Fast forward to the present day, London may be in trouble, and Diablo is about to claim the woman with whom he has fallen in love. London Weaver is a primary school teacher but an aggressive boyfriend sends up too many red flags. ‘Rescued’ by Diablo, London finds herself at odds with Diablo’s lifestyle and his need to protect until our heroine is target by an unknown group. What ensues is the building relationship between Diablo and London, as our couple must come to terms with what is happening and why.

The world building follows several paths including the introduction of London’s father Liam Weaver, and his business Red Phantom Security, as well as the return of Diablo’s past, and the betrayal that would target our story line couple.

The relationship between Diablo and London is one of second chances of a sorts. Ten years earlier, Diablo then known as Damari , along with Jarrett took London under their wing in an effort to protect her from the streets. Reconnecting with London , Diablo knew immediately he would claim London as his own but someone else is determined to destroy their lives. The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text..

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful and familiar secondary and supporting characters including Reaper, Angel, Daemon, Scythe and Beast, as well as their significant others. We are introduced to London’s father Liam Weaver and his team at Red Phantom Security, and London’s fellow teacher Tamara. The requisite evil has many faces.

TOUCHING DIABLO is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, dysfunctional family dynamics, obsession, relationships, acceptance and love. The premise is captivating, engaging and interesting; the romance is fated and furious; the characters are determined, and charismatic. TOUCHING DIABLO ends on a cliff hanger-you have been warned.

Previous Reviews
Facing Daemon
Scythe’s Grasp
Holding Beast

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Reviewed by Sandy

A little about E.C. Land 

E.C. Land grew up in the country and has it deep in her bones. As she grew up, if she wasn’t out on the ball field or playing in the woods, she had her nose stuck in a book. Now she writes romantic suspense stories, specializing in MC (motorcycle club) romance. She plans to broaden her writing horizons in the near future and move into other forms of romantic suspense. When she’s not writing, she’s spending time with her husband, three kids, and fur babies. 

Now 2 times USA Today Bestselling Author.

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🩵JUST A LITTLE CHASE (Dare Crossover #4) by Carly Phillips & Erika Wilde🩵

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date September 19, 2024

She’s in need of a fake, friendly boyfriend to charm her family.
He’s the last bachelor up for auction and a grumpy, last-minute stand-in.
Neither satisfies the other’s requirements but they might just be what each of them needs.

With Lauren Connelly’s ex marrying her sister, the last thing she wants is to show up at the wedding without a date. Which means finding a fake boyfriend ASAP. The charity bachelor auction provides a solution to her problem, except the man she bids on turns out to be a gorgeous but grumpy executive who scowls more than he smiles.

Chase Gossard wants nothing to do with Lauren’s plan to make him her plus-one at a destination wedding and pretend that he’s in love. He doesn’t do relationships, fake or otherwise—but she paid a lot of money for the privilege. So why does their touching, kissing, and sharing one bed feel all too real?

Lauren is smart and witty and sexy as hell. A down to earth combination that somehow softens his hard edges, and somewhere along the way, he’s falling hard for his fake date. But when it’s time to part ways, can the pretend girlfriend convince the confirmed bachelor to make things real?

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REVIEW: JUST A LITTLE CHASE is the fourth instalment in the contemporary, adult DARE CROSSOVER / BACHELOR AUCTION erotic, romance series co-authored by Carly Phillips and Erika Wilde. This is Corporate Financial Advisor Chase Gossard, and Events Coordinator Lauren Connelly’s story line. JUST A LITTLE CHASE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: The DARE cross over series is interconnected with the authors’ KINGSTON Family, DARE and DIRTY DARE series.

Told from dual omniscient third person perspectives (Lauren and Chase) JUST A LITTLE CHASE follows the fake relationship between our story line couple. Lauren Connelly needed a plus-one for her sister’s wedding, the sister who is about to marry Lauren’s ex fiancé. An invitation to a ‘bachelor auction’ finds Lauren bidding on Chase Gossard, the only remaining bachelor for the evening but Chase wants nothing to do with our story line heroine and attempts to buy his way out of a weekend alone. Desperate for a plus-one, Lauren all but threatens our story line hero who reluctantly agrees to one weekend together. What ensues is the fake but building relationship between Chase and Lauren, and the potential fall-out as their time together comes to a close.

The world building focuses on Chase’s heart breaking past; the mother he barely knew, and the sister of whom he recently discovered. Lauren’s heart break is mired in betrayal by the two most important people in her life, but Lauren sees the betrayal as an opportunity to find something new.

The relationship between Lauren and Chase begins acrimoniously. Chase doesn’t do relationships, wants nothing to do with a weekend away, but Lauren is determined to face the family with Chase by her side. The $ex scenes are erotic, and impassioned without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

We are introduced to Lauren’s parents Dale and Penny, as well as her sister Ashley, ex Greg, and Chase’s half-sister Billie.

JUST A LITTLE CHASE is a story of betrayal and forgiveness, family and friendships, acceptance and love. The fast paced premise is heart warming and engaging; the romance is seductive and provocative; the characters are desperate and determined.

Reading Order and Previous Reviews
Just a Little Hook Up
Just a Little Secret

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sandy

Carly Phillips:

Carly Phillips is the N.Y. Times and USA Today Bestselling Author of over 50 sexy contemporary romance novels featuring hot men, strong women and the emotionally compelling stories her readers have come to expect and love. Carly’s career spans over a decade and a half with various New York publishing houses, and she is now an Indie author who runs her own business and loves every exciting minute of her publishing journey. Carly is happily married to her college sweetheart, the mother of two nearly adult daughters and three crazy dogs (two wheaten terriers and one mutant Havanese) who star on her Facebook Fan Page and website. Carly loves social media and is always around to interact with her readers. You can find out more about Carly at www.carlyphillips.com.

Website: www.carlyphillips.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/carlyphillips
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarlyPhillipsFanPage
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/10000.Carly_Phillips
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Carly-Phillips/e/B001I9W0MS

Erika Wilde:

Erika Wilde is the author of the sexy Marriage Diaries series and The Players Club series. She lives in Oregon with her husband and two daughters, and when she’s not writing you can find her exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest. For more information on her upcoming releases, please visit website at www.erikawilde.com.

Website: http://www.erikawilde.com
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5357264.Erika_Wilde
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/erikawildeauthorfanpage
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/erikawilde1

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