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CAN’T TOUCH THIS (Can’t Touch This 1) by Pepper Winters-tour

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CAN’T TOUCH THIS (Can’t Touch This 1) by Pepper Winters

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Re-release June 26, 2024

A grumpy vet, a murderous marmalade cat, and a ridiculously hot guy who rescues dogs for a living…

My plan was simple: move to this small town, open a vet clinic with my bestie, and save as many animals as I could. But then he walked in and ruined everything.

Ryder Carson.
The man who thinks he can boss me around the minute he has a whimpering dog in his arms.
I mean…he’s not wrong. If an animal is in pain, I’ll do anything I can. But I draw the line at humans.
We clash in all the wrong ways, and most days, he makes me want to neuter him. But then one night, he brings in two little rescues, and I’m too sick to treat them.
He steals my car keys, grabs me like I’m an abandoned kitten in need of a hug, and takes me home—unwillingly, I might add. I call it a kidnapping. He calls it a rescue. He likes to do that, you see.And now that he’s ‘rescued me’, he’s demanding payback.

One date.
A single date to see if the sparks between us can set us on fire.Apparently, if I behave myself on this date, I can touch the very thing I faceplanted in to the first day he appeared in my surgery cradling a sausage dog.
Don’t judge me. If you saw him hugging that little wiener, you would’ve stumbled into his pants too—accidentally of course.
But now I have permission.
An open invitation to see if this handsome, broody alpha is actually hiding a puppy dog heart beneath all that dangerous bite…

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REVIEW: CAN’T TOUCH THIS by Pepper Winters is a stand-alone, contemporary adult, romantic comedy (rom-com) story line focusing on veterinarian Vesper Fairfax, and animal rehabber Ryder Carson.

NOTE: CAN’T TOUCH THIS was originally released in 2016 under the author’s pseudonym Tess Hunter

Told from dual first person perspectives (Vesper and Ryder) CAN’T TOUCH THIS follows the building relationship between animal rehabber Ryder Carson, and veterinarian Vesper Fairfax. For six months Ryder has been taking wounded and sick dogs to Vesper’s animal clinic hoping that our heroine will take notice of the man that stands before her. Ryder was instantly attracted to the new veterinarian but his frequent visits appeared to be riling up the feisty doc and each successive visit Vesper’s anger towards Ryder grew more intense and dark. Their back and forth banter usually involved Ryder’s sexual innuendos and snarky come backs in the hopes of breaking down the doctor’s barriers. What ensues are Ryder’s attempts to convince Vesper to take a chance on the man and a possible future.

There is plenty of sexual tension between our leading couple; the $ex scenes are intimate and intense. We learn a little bit about Vesper and Polly’s ongoing friendship, and how Ryder’s started on the path of saving man’s best friend.

We are introduced to Vesper’s business partner and fellow veterinarian Polly Dartford, a woman trying to come to terms with the loneliness when her best friend begins to fall in love; and Ryder’s globe trotting brother Rupert Carson- a man looking for someone to complete his life. Their story will be told next in Can’t Own This.

CAN’T TOUCH THIS is a lighthearted, romantic comedy with very little angst or conflict from outside sources. There are moments of fun and humor mixed with heartbreaking stories of animals in need and rescues. The premise is enjoyable and entertaining; the characters are colorful and fun; the romance is seductive and provocative.

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Reviewed by Sandy

Pepper Winters is a multiple New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestseller.

After chasing her dreams to become a full-time writer, Pepper has earned recognition with awards for best Dark Romance, best BDSM Series, and best Hero. She’s an multiple #1 Apple Books bestseller, along with #1 in Erotic Romance, Romantic Suspense, Contemporary, and Romance Thriller.

Pepper currently has close to 40 books released in nine languages. She’s hit best-seller lists almost 40 times, is a self-confessed hermit, yoga convert, has a house rabbit, six horses, and a long suffering husband.

To learn more about Pepper please visit: www.pepperwinters.com where she regularly posts videos of behind the scenes writing, horses, books, and more.

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ASKING FOR TROUBLE (The Fallen Men 8)by Giana Darling-review tour

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ASKING FOR TROUBLE (The Fallen Men 8) by Giana Darling-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 25, 2024

When four thugs show up at Evergreen Gas Station with cocked shotguns and masked faces, it could have ended in the worst night of my life.
Instead, a gorgeous mystery man in leather, silver, and too many tattoos strolls into the middle of the robbery and becomes my unlikely saviour with a tarnished halo.
Only, what seemed like a random hold-up at first turns into something far more complicated and Aaron Clare isn’t the type of man to leave a woman in distress. Despite my vow not get into trouble again, I find myself following the man dubbed ‘Boner’ into a night of danger and delicious debauchery with long-reaching consequences.

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REVIEW: ASKING FOR TROUBLE is the eight instalment in Giana Darling’s contemporary, adult THE FALLEN MEN dark, erotic, MC romance series. This is Aaron ‘Boner’ Clare, and twenty-five year old store clerk Faith ‘Blue’ Cavendish’s story line. ASKING FOR TROUBLE 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 WILL BE triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Aaron and Blue) ASKING FOR TROUBLE follows in the aftermath of an attempted robbery and abduction of our story line heroine. Working alone at highway road stop, Faith Cavendish is about as vulnerable as she could be but she never expected to find herself facing both her past and her present when several men dared to take from our story line heroine but hr would-be rescuer would ensure Faith would be protected now and in the future but Faith’s need to run meant protecting the man with whom she would fall in love. As Faith finds herself falling for Aaron Clare, she knows it is only a matter of time before her past takes aim at the Fallen Men MC. What ensues is the building but fractured relationship between Faith and Aaron, and the fall-out as our heroine sacrifices herself to save the man that she loves.

The world building is detailed as the story unfolds revealing a looming war with the White Raiders MC, a white supremacist club that is trying to take control of the Alberta drug trade. As The Fallen Men devise a plan to take down the Raiders, Faith battles between head and heart knowing she may never be free of abuse from her past.

The relationship between Faith aka Blue and Aaron begins as a rescue but Faith knows that to get involved with The Fallen Men could mean the end of her life. As her relationship begins to grow with Aaron ‘ Boner’ Clare, someone else had previously laid claim to our story line heroine, and refuses to let go. The $ex scenes are erotic and intense.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful, engaging and sometimes questionable secondary and supporting characters. Jealousy and envy are rampant; a fight for control threatens the members of The Fallen Men MC.

ASKING FOR TROUBLE is a story of betrayal and vengeance, secrets and lies, power and control, family and abuse, acceptance and love. The character driven premise is dark, dramatic, impassioned and emotional; the romance is provocative; the characters are determined, desperate and magnetic.

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Reviewed by Sandy

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Giana Darling is a USA Today and Top 40 Amazon best selling Canadian romance writer who specializes in the taboo and angsty side of love and romance. She currently lives in beautiful British Columbia where she spends time riding on the back of her man’s bike, baking pies, and reading snuggled up with her cat, Persephone, and Golden Retriever puppy, Romeo. She’s a lifetime athlete, playing and coaching basketball, soccer, field hockey, and softball, so she comes by her competitive spirit naturally. A born reader and self-proclaimed geek, she is enamored with mythology, history and all kinds of literature. Before becoming a romance novelist, she was a food journalist, a food blogger, a coach, a French tutor and the owner of a pie company. For the last few years she has been living all over Europe, mostly in her second home France, but she’s finally settled with the Love of Her Life in her hometown on an island off of Vancouver.
She loves to hear from readers so please contact her at gianadarling@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments.
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Grim Justice (RBMC: Tonopah NV 18)-review tour

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💚 💀 Grim Justice (RBMC: Tonopah NV 18)-review tour 💀 💚

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 23, 2024

There’s a peace that can only be found on the other side of war.
I’ve waited nearly two decades for justice.
And I’m finally close enough to get revenge.
The bad blood between me and Razr goes way back to the day his father, Scar, murdered my old pres, Keys.
I took out Scar and then Razr’s brother, Acid. They paid for their crimes.
I won’t rest until Razr meets the Reaper and faces judgment.

But the past carries secrets I never imagined.
New information surfaces and challenges everything I know.
It’s not just about protecting my club.
I’ll do anything to keep my ol’ lady and my son safe.
I would even give up the throne to ensure they survive.
Because nothing will stop me from reaping Razr’s soul and forcing him to his knees.
There’s a reason I’m called Grim. Death is my playground.
I will end this war and the feud with the Scorpions.
Not a soul, Reaper, or Lucifer himself will stop me.

This book is NOT a standalone. Devil’s Ride should be read before Grim Justice.

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REVIEW: GRIM JUSTICE is the eighteenth instalment in Nikki Landis’ contemporary, adult RBMC: TONOPAH NV dark, erotic, paranormal MC romance series, a part of the multi-authored RBMC. GRIM JUSTICE is the continuing story of Dex ‘Grim Reaper’ Lanford, and his ol’ lady/wife Trish. GRIM JUSTICE should not be read as a stand alone. Grim and Trish’s story begins in Devil’s Ride #4.

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

Told from dual first person perspectives (Grim and Trish) GRIM JUSTICE follows Grim and the Reapers as they hunt for, and take down the man who killed Grim’s father Scar. Razr, a member of the Scorpions MC, killed Grim’s father, and justice had yet to be served by the Reapers. Razr’s release from prison comes with potential help from the Devil himself but Grim refuses Lucifer’s assistance, and in doing so, places the woman he loves in the direct line of fire. Someone is stalking Trish Lanford, and Grim is determined to destroy anyone who stands in his way.

The world building continues to focus on the speciality of the RBMC: TONOPAH NV; their connection to Lucifer Morningstar, and their altar egos as Satan’s Reapers. The members of the RBMC: Tonopah are not born Reapers but upon their death beds are offered a chance at vengeance for the people they have lost.

The relationship between Trish and Grim continues to be passionate and intimate. Now a family of three, Trish and Grim will do anything to protect the next generation of bikers, bikers who has seen and can do more than anyone could have ever imagined. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate.

There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including several members of the RBMC: Tonopah; Trish’s sister Faith, her daughter Jessa; Grim and Trish’s son Creed, and Satan himself Lucifer Morningstar. The requisite evil has many faces.

GRIM JUSTICE is a quick read; a story of betrayal and vengeance, power and control, murder, mayhem, and justice. The fast paced premise is dramatic and edgy; the romance is provocative; the characters are powerful, determined and dangerous.

Previous Reviews

Devil’s Ride
Twisted Devil
Haunting Chaos
Santa Biker
Manic Mayhem
Viciously Mine
Jigsaw’s Blayde
Spook’s Possession
Twisted Iron
Inifinitely Mine

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Reviewed by Sandy

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Nikki Landis is the USA Today & International Bestselling, Multi-Award-Winning Author of over 50 romance novels in the MC, reverse harem, paranormal, dystopian, and science fiction genres. Her books feature deadly reapers, dark alpha heroes, protective shifters, and seductive vampires along with the feisty, independent women they love. There’s heart-throbbing action on every page as well as fated mates and soul bonds deep enough to fulfill every desire.

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Frisco (A Motorcycle Club Romance) by Tijan-review tour

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Frisco (A Motorcycle Club Romance) by Tijan-review tour

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 23, 2024

Tall. Muscled. Tattooed.
Shane King was seriously hot, and seriously not a good guy.
He went by the name Ghost with his motorcycle club, and he was now their national vice president.

When Shane and his club arrived in town, they began doing favors for my family.
I didn’t know why. I didn’t want to know.
Favors came with strings attached. I didn’t want strings attaching me to the Red Demons.

Shane was a different beast, though.
I should steer clear of him, except I couldn’t.
He was everywhere, and he always looked like he wanted to tie me up in all sorts of strings.

A part of me wanted to let him.
A part of me yearned to let him.
But no.

Shane might act like the hero, but he wasn’t.
He was the villain.
And I was about to learn that the strings that came with Shane…
…they would be my unraveling.

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REVIEW:FRISCO by Tijan is a contemporary, adult, stand alone, MC romance storyline focusing on thirty-six year olds, Red Demons National VP Shane ‘Ghost ‘ King, and Kalista ‘Kali’ Michaels. The Red Demons were first introduced in the author’s THE BOY I GREW UP WITH; and set in the Fallen Crest High interconnected worlds.

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

Told from dual first person perspectives (Kali and Shane) FRISCO follows in the wake of the arrival of the MC known as the Red Demons into Kali’s home town. Kali knew all about the biker lifestyle but it was a life she had left far behind.A secret would reveal a connection to the past, and Kali would find herself on a cross country journey in an effort to protect the sister that didn’t need protecting. Enter Red Demons VP Shane ‘Ghost’ King, and the man with whom Kali would fall in love. Shane King claimed the Red Demons owed Kali’s brother a favor, and he was in town to ensure everything was all right but when Kali’s sister Claudia would take off to California, Kali was sent on a mission of retrieval, a mission that would place her in the direct line of fire. What ensues is the building but contemptuous relationship between Kali and Shane, and the potential fall-out as betrayal from within sets the Red Demons towards a war with the Estrada Carte.

The world building follows several paths including the near death shooting of Max Raith, the Red Demons’ national president; a potential war with the Estrada Cartel; a betrayal by one of their own ; a dysfunctional family coming to terms with a potential loss; and the building relationship between our story line couple.

The relationship between Kali and Shane begins acrimoniously. Kali has lusted after Shane throughout her high school years but Shane had befriended Kali’s younger brother, a friendship that now separated Kali from the brother she loves. Struggling with her attraction to a man whose MC lifestyle is something she no longer wants, Kali finds herself under the guardianship and protection of our story line hero. The $ex scenes are intimate, provocative and intense.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful, energetic and often questionable secondary and supporting characters including the members of several Red Demons chapters; the Estrada Cartel; Kali’s mother and father; her sister Claudia, and her new man Machete, as well as Kali’s best friends Aly, Harper and Justin. I am hoping the author has plans for future story lines/series involving the Red Demons MC.

FRISCO is a story of power and control, secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, twists and turns, and a few bumps along the way. The character driven premise is captivating, engaging and dramatic; the romance is seductive and heated; the characters are determined, dynamic and aggressive.

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Reviewed by Sandy

Tijan is a New York Times Bestselling author that writes suspenseful and unpredictable novels. Her characters are strong, intense, and gut-wrenchingly real with a little bit of sass on the side. Tijan began writing later in life and once she started, she was hooked. She’s written multi-bestsellers including the Carter Reed Series, the Fallen Crest Series, and the Broken and Screwed Series among others. She is currently writing a new YA series along with so many more from north Minnesota where she lives with a man she couldn’t be without and an English Cocker she adores. 

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JUST ONE MORE DARE (The Sterling Family 2)by Carly Phillips-tour

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💜JUST ONE MORE DARE (The Sterling Family 2)by Carly Phillips -review tour💜

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 23, 2024

A runaway bride.
Her older brother’s off-limits friend.
Taking one more shot at love should be easy, right?
Not on a dare.

Samantha Dare had one thought when she found out her fiancé was a lying heater. Escape. So, she ran from her wedding…straight into the arms of the man who once gave her the hottest kiss of her life. But rebounding with her brother’s friend would be a huge mistake…wouldn’t it?

The last thing Dex Sterling needed was more chaos in his life. Retiring from football and starting over in broadcasting gave him plenty of that. But even though Samantha is chaos personified, for some reason, he’s still not able to keep his mind—or hands—off her…

Is a little bit of forced proximity and a lot of sexual chemistry enough to earn them a second chance at happily ever after?

Samantha and Dex are about to find out…

Just One More Dare, book 2 in the Sterling Family series, is a light, spicy, best friend’s little sister/forbidden, contemporary sports romance that can be read as a standalone. Download today and get ready to fall for the youngest Dare and the man of her dreams!

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REVIEW: JUST ONE MORE DARE is the second instalment in Carly Phillips’ contemporary, adult STERLING FAMILY erotic, romance series-a spin off from the author’s Dirty Dare and interconnected series. This is former professional football player Dex Sterling, and PR rep Samantha Dare’s story line. JUST ONE MORE DARE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important 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 dual omniscient third person perspectives (Dex and Samantha) JUSTS ONE MORE DARE follows in the wake of Samantha discovering her fiancé’s affair with his long time assistant just minutes before the ceremony. Deciding her next move, Samantha finds herself ‘rescued’ by Dex Sterling, the man with whom Samantha will fall in love. Several days together on a secluded island, Samantha will come to terms with the life altering events but their return to society is hindered when Samantha’s now ex begins a smear campaign to destroy their lives. What ensues is the building romance and relationship between Samantha and Dex, and the potential fall-out as Samantha is targeted by a sick and twisted man.

The world building focuses on the building relationship; the ultimate betrayal, and the large extended families on both sides. The Dare siblings have their own sordid history that they desperately try to keep out of the news, and the Sterling siblings find themselves supporting one another in the wake of past demons that refuse to let go

The relationship between Dex and Samantha is a friends to lovers, isolated proximity, in which Dex finds himself falling for a woman who just suffered a devastating betrayal. Not wanting to be the rebound boyfriend Dex struggles with his attraction to the woman who stole his heart years before but a woman that is strong enough to overcome the what is about to go down. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful, energetic and familiar characters most of whom we have met in the current and interconnected series including Samantha’s older brother Ian Dare.

JUST ONE MORE DARE is a story of betrayal and obsession, secrets and lies, power and madness, acceptance and love. The fast paced, character driven premise is impassioned and fiery; the characters are magnetic and charismatic; the romance is seductive and provocative.

Click HERE for Sandy’s review of book one JUST ONE MORE MOMENT

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Reviewed by Sandy

 

After a successful fifteen-year career with various New York publishing houses, and over 40 sexy contemporary romance novels published, N.Y. Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Carly Phillips is now an Indie author who writes to her own expectations and that of her readers. She continues the tradition of hot men and strong women and plans to publish many more sizzling stories. Carly lives in Purchase, NY with her family, two nearly adult daughters and two crazy dogs who star on her Facebook Fan Page and website. She’s a writer, a knitter of sorts, a wife, and a mom. In addition, she’s a Twitter and Internet junkie and is always around to interact with her readers.

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The Blood Coven World 4-6 by TM Smith-reviews

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The Blood Coven World 4-6 by TM Smith-reviews

THE RAPPER’S GROUPIE
(The Blood Coven World 4)
by TM Smith
Genre: adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date May 3, 2024

The Rapper
D Monz is a rap icon on two realms—Earth and Scath. When threatening hate mail pours in, the Firebrands send aid.

The Groupie
Celie isn’t really a groupie. She’s a witch warrior who gets off on the wrong foot with the rapper when she’s sent to protect him.

The Romance
Because of D’s family genetics, he requires more sex than most of his demon breed. The problem is simple. With the threats, outside help for his situation could be dangerous. So, if Celie wants to protect the rapper, she has a decision to make.

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REVIEW: THE RAPPER’S GROUPIE is the fourth novella in TM Smith’s adult BLOOD COVEN WORLD erotic, paranormal/fantasy series-a spin off set in the author’s Blood Coven Series. This is rock star/animus demon D Monz, and Firebrand witch Celie’s story line. THE RAPPER’S GROUPIE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous instalments is revealed where necessary.

Told from omniscient dual third person perspectives (Celie and D Monz) THE RAPPER’S GROUPIE follows in the wake of death threats against our story line hero. D Monz is a world famous musician, and he has attracted the wrong kind of attention for his back stage antics. As a rock star and animus demon, D Monz feeds off of orgasms and $ex, and in this, D Monz is now facing the ire of an angry fan. Enter Firebrand Witch Celie, who has been assigned to protect our story line hero. Constantly needing to feed, D Monz finds himself with a new source of food, the woman with whom D Monz will fall in love. What ensues is the building relationship between Celie and D Monz, and the potential fall-out as the death threats become more dangerous and personal.

The relationship between Celie and D Monz begins acrimoniously as Celie is revolted by D Monz’ apparent us of all the females but D Monz needs to feed regularly, and in an effort to protect the man with whom she will fall in love, Celie offers herself up as lover and nourishment. D Monz is a bit of a manwh*re, and in this, his reputation precedes his introduction to our story line heroine.The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

We are introduced to the members of the band: Riot, Beast and Helms: publicist Lonnie, manager Marko, as well as several groupies and fans.

THE RAPPER’S GROUPIE is a story of obsession and madness, betrayal and revenge, acceptance and love. The fast paced novella is intriguing and entertaining; the romance is hot and heavy; the characters are desperate and determined.

Reading Order and Previous review The Blood Coven World
The Lawgiver’s Firebrand
The Firebrand’s Succubus
The Holy Man’s Sinner

Reading Order and Previous Reviews from The Blood Coven Series
The Firebrand
The Demon’s Fire
The Satyr’s Guilt
The Vampire’s Thirst
The Phoenix

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THE FIREBRAND’S SHY LYNX
(Blood Coven World 5)
by TM Smith
Genre: adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date June 12, 2024

The shy lynx…
Chloe, a local bookstore owner, is being coerced by her father, the alpha of her pack, to mate a loathsome male.

The Firebrand warrior…
When Mix, a rough-around-the-edges mountain lion-wolf shifter, happens to overhear her dilemma, he offers a way out.

Breaking free…
Their defiance and love in the face of tyranny could exact a high price. Are they willing to pay?

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REVIEW: THE FIREBRAND’S SHY LYNX is the fifth instalment in TM Smith’s contemporary, adult BLOOD COVEN WORLD erotic, paranormal/fantasy novella series, a spin off set in the author’s BLOOD COVEN series. This is Firebrand warrior /mountain lion/wolf shifter Mix, and bookstore owner, lynx shifter Chloe’s story line. THE FIREBRAND’S SHY LYNX can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

SOME BACKGROUND: Thousands of years earlier, a powerful group of witches and warlocks, in an effort to protect the human race, divided the world creating three realms: Earth, Scath and Darque. The Blood Coven series focuses on the fight to keep the worlds separated in the face of some powerful people hoping to destroy the people of earth.

Told from dual omniscient third person perspectives (Mix and Chloe) THE FIREBRAND’S SHY LYNX follows the forbidden relationship between our story line couple . Chloe is a lynx shifter who has refused her father’s selection for a mate. Overhearing the aggressive nature of Chloe’s potential mate, Mix declares himself guardian and protector over our story line heroine but when Chloe goes missing, Mix calls in reinforcements, and faces a challenge to claim Chloe as his mate.

The world building is fast and furious. Mix is a cocky lion/wolf hybrid mix, and in this, Mix knows what he wants, and he wants Chloe as his mate. Standing up to the challenge, Mix is ready to kill or be killed for the right to claim Chloe as his own.

The relationship between Chloe and Mix is a forbidden affair; an immediate attraction and insta-lust to love, in which Chloe is defiant in her choice for mate,and is forced to stand up to the abusive alpha and his mate. The $ex scenes are provocative and passionate.

The secondary and supporting characters include Amazon Kara,warlock Kilem and wolf shifter Lobo, as well as book store employees Adah and Magda, and Chloe’s mother Horatia.

THE FIREBRAND’S SHY LYNX is a story of power and control, betrayal and demands, family and relationships, acceptance and love. The fast paced, character driven premise is entertaining and intriguing; the romance is fated; the characters are determined and dynamic.

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THE FIREBRAND’S PREY
(Blood Coven World 6)
by TM Smith
Genre: adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 17, 2024

Lobo, a Firebrand wolf shifter, stumbles upon Faeth in the woods. Believing the captivating ylve with golden hair and enchanting blue eyes is with a drug ring, he pursues her.

When he captures his prey, the wolf’s primal instincts recognize her as his destined mate. She is more cautious, finding it hard to trust a shifter known for his impulsive nature.

In a world where mix-breed relationships are met with prejudice, Lobo and Faeth confront their own doubts and fears while betrayal lurks in the shadows. Their journey takes them through a fantastical realm brimming with passion, the eternal bond of love, and intrigue. Will the fierce wolf and the alluring ylve find solace in each other’s arms, or will the forces of hatred tear them apart? The strength of their love is put to the ultimate test.

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REVIEW:THE FIREBRAND’S PREY is the sixth first novella in TM Smith’s contemporary, adult THE BLOOD COVEN WORLD erotic, paranormal / fantasy erotic romance series-a spin off set in the author’s THE BLOOD COVEN world. This is wolf shifter /Firebrand warrior Lobo and Ylve Faeth’s story line. THE FIREBRAND’S PREY can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty but some previous knowledge of the original series may be helpful. Any important information from the previous instalment is revealed where necessary.

SOME BACKGROUND: Thousands of years earlier, a powerful group of witches and warlocks, in an effort to protect the human race, divided the world creating three realms: Earth, Scath and Darque. The Blood Coven series focuses on the fight to keep the worlds separated in the face of some powerful people hoping to destroy the people of earth.

Told from dual omniscient third person perspectives (Lobo and Faeth) THE FIREBRAND’S PREY follows the building relationship between our story line couple. Wolf shifter Lobo is one of the newest Firebrand warrior, and his latest assignment is to clear the streets of drug pushers and addicts but when Lobo mistakes Faeth for a dealer, all bets are off when Lobo quickly realizes the Ylve could be his fated mate. Days and weeks, in and out of one another’s lives finally culminates with a proclamation of fate, of love, and a promise for the future but not everyone is as happy as our story line couple, and Lobo will soon discover, his mate will be a victim of those who don’t want to see the intermixing of species.

The relationship between Lobo and Faeth begins as a case of mistaken belief, and in this, Lobo is determined to convince Faeth they are meant for one another but Faeth struggles to trust a wolf whose sexual aggression is over the top but an aggression that will be met by one of her own. The $ex scenes are provocative and erotic.

The secondary and supporting characters include Firebrand commander and jaguar shifter Nace, as well as Faeth’s co-worker and lynx shifter Ravine, and Faeth’s unbending parents.

THE FIREBRAND’S PREY is a story of betrayal and speciesism, power and control, fate and love. The premise is entertaining and captivating; the romance is a seductive case of insta-love; the characters are dynamic and energetic.

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Ancient Magic (Magic for Hire 2) by Alexandra Ivy-review

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Ancient Magic (Magic for Hire 2) by Alexandra Ivy-review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date. July 23, 2024

The Vampire Cabal meets only under the direst circumstances. But since Skye Claremont’s coven proved wild magic has returned, the cabal has gathered in New York City to decide the fate of the powerful mages.

Skye doubts her oracular powers can help. After ten years indentured to a demon gang, paying off her father’s gambling debts with visions, her freedom has come despite her weak abilities, not because of them. But when her father sends a text to demand a meeting, she doesn’t need to read the future to know trouble will follow.

The demons want her to kidnap Micha, the reclusive, fearsome leader of the New Orleans vampire cabal. As if a low-voltage witch like her could succeed. But when Skye looks into Micha’s eyes, she sees certain doom if she doesn’t take him to their stronghold after all. Spellbound more by beauty and intrigue than magic, the vampire follows her into the dark of a demon cell. When the door slams behind them, they’ll have to unravel the tangled threads of prophecy and politics that make the way forward immeasurably dangerous. But it’s desire that could undo them both .

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REVIEW:ANCIENT MAGIC is the second instalment in Alexandra Ivy’s contemporary, adult MAGIC FOR HIRE paranormal/fantasy romance series. This is mage Skye Claremont, and vampire Micha’s story line. ANCIENT MAGIC can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty but I recommend reading the series in order for backstory.

Told from several omniscient third person perspectives including Skye and Micha, ANCIENT MAGIC follows in the wake of another betrayal. Skye Claremont is a mage and as such was once imprisoned by a demon gang but trust came at a cost, and betrayal was once again threatening our story line heroine. Enter vampire Micha, who suspects all is not well with our story line heroine. An ancient fable has attracted the attention of the demons and vampires, and Skye may become a victim of someone else’s greed. As Skye and Micha find themselves searching for the truth, someone else is waiting to take everyone down.

The world building is detailed and complex. The reader is pulled into a world of ancients vying for control, and the possible of the rise of a once powerful being.

The slow building relationship between Micha and Skye is threatened by Skye’s inability to believe in herself, or in the idea that someone like Micha would be interested. As Micha’s need to protect continues to grow, our couple will work together to uncover the truth. The lone $ex scene is passionate but mostly implied.

There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting supernatural characters: demons, fae, vampires, mage, and a couple of unknowns. We are reintroduced to Skye’s friends and ‘sisters’ Peri (Valen), Maya, and Joe, someone who is not quite whom he appears to be.

ANCIENT MAGIC is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, power and control, obsession and determination, ancients and magic, acceptance and love. The slow building premise is meticulous and engaging; the characters are determined, powerful and charismatic; the romance is subtle.

Click HERE for Sandy’s review of book one WILD MAGIC

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COURTING DANGER (Ruthless Empire 1) by Eve Riley-review

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💛 COURTING DANGER (Ruthless Empire 1) by Eve Riley-review 💛

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date July 18, 2024

Amidst deadly enemies and tense power struggles, the boundaries of love are put to the ultimate test.

Garrison Reyes is an ex-soldier struggling to make ends meet after retiring from the military due to a traumatic incident during his last deployment. When he is hired as a bodyguard, he sees it as an opportunity to put his combat skills to use. As Garrison becomes more entrenched in Alex’s world, he realizes that his new boss is not just a wealthy businessman, but the son of the head of the Italian mafia. He sees firsthand the violence and corruption that permeates their world, and begins to question whether he can continue to work for someone involved in such a dark and dangerous organization.

Targeted by rival crime families who want to take down his father’s empire, Alex Mariano is forced to take his father’s position as head of the Italian mafia when his father is incarcerated. Alex is struggling with his own internal conflicts. He wants to make changes that will help the family thrive and grow stronger, but he knows that his ambitions may put him in even more danger. As tensions within the mafia empire rise, Alex finds himself in the middle of a power struggle with the last person he ever expected.

Despite their vastly different backgrounds and a significant age gap, Garrison and Alex develop a powerful attraction to each other, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that they come from opposing worlds. Garrison struggles to reconcile his feelings for Alex with his loyalty to his own moral code. Meanwhile, Alex is torn between his love for Garrison and his duty to his family and the mafia.

Can love conquer all in a world where family honor and loyalty come first? Or will they be torn apart by the very forces that brought them together?

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REVIEW: COURTING DANGER is the first instalment in Eve Riley’s contemporary adult RUTHLESS EMPIRE erotic, MM, Mafia romance series. This is twenty-five year old heir to the Mariano Crime family Alex Mariano, and forty-two year old, former US Army Ranger Garrison Reyes’ story line.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise including graphic violence and same $ex situations, there may be triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Alex and Garrison) COURTING DANGER follows in the aftermath of an attempt against Alex Mariano’s life. Garrison Reyes is weeks away from losing his home, and with the advise of his best friend Caden, Garrison is hoping for a job at a local nightclub but everything begins to spiral out of control when an assassination attempt against Garrison’s would -be boss forces Garrison into action, immediate on the job training to save the man with whom he would fall in love. Garrison has no idea as to Alex’s Mafia connection, and in this, Garrison struggles with the who and what of his new employer. What ensues is the building relationship between Garrison and Alex, and the potential fall-out as the Mariano family is targeted including the man at the top.

The world building follows several paths including the building relationship between our story line couple. Not everyone is happy with the possibility of a gay man at the helm of the Italian Mafia, and Alex will be targeted along with the other members of the Mariano family. Meanwhile, the Mariano family is trying to stop a potential war between the Mariano, the Bianchi and Vidales crime families but someone else is setting up Alex to fail.

The relationship between Alex and Garrison begins when Garrison saves Alex’s life but Garrison struggles working for the Bianchi Mafia family, and is considering walking away without looking back but when Alex goes missing Garrison is front and centre in the hopes of rescuing the man with whom he will fall in love. The $ex scenes are intimate and erotic.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful and interesting secondary and supporting characters. We are introduced to Garrison’s friend Caden; Alex’s mother, his cousin Ghita, Uncle Lorenz; Alex’s father’s right hand man Valente Guerra, and D’Angelo Bianchi. The requisite evil was easily deduced.

COURTING DANGER is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, homophobia and obsession, secrets and lies, family and acceptance. The fast paced, character driven premise is intriguing and captivating; the romance is intimate and provocative; the characters are powerful, energetic and determined.

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