Sex, Desires, & Rock N' Roll

SEX, DESIRES, & ROCK N' ROLL

by: Michelle Lee

 

 

 

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He holds me captive with his brilliant blue eyes.

His crooked smile melts me every time.

His voice wraps around me when he sings.

His words break through and dive straight to my heart.

Dash Ford, lead singer of Redemption, is unlike any man I’ve ever met and I'm drawn to not only his lyrics but the man behind the voice.

But I am broken—beyond broken.

I had no intention of falling for him. But when we met, I had no other option. With him, I embrace the present while trying to put my past behind me. I find myself in a world I never expected, a world I’m not entirely sure I can handle.

Am I strong enough?

Will I be enough for a man who has everything?

Can I finally let go and give into the love I’ve wanted my whole life? Or will my past forever define and haunt me, keeping me from all I desire?

 

 

 

RELEASE DATE------DECEMBER 13, 2014

 

 

 

 

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ABOUT MICHELLE:

 

Michelle Lee lives in the heart of Nascar Country in Concord, North Carolina with her husband and daughter. When she’s not busy working, her days are filled with hanging out with her family and friends, reading, drinking Starbucks, and religiously watching the Food Network.

 

 

 

MY REVIEW:

 

I received this book as a ARC, in exchange for an honest review.

I give this book 5 rockin' stars!!! It would be more, but that's the highest Goodreads go, lol.

I absolutely LOVED this frickin book. I knew I would, because I have enjoyed all of Michelle's writing.

I just truly adored Jules. I won't say Julia, because well only the asshat called her that, and she hates it. But I guess I could call her Sunshine, because that will work as well, coming from a beautiful mouth, such as Mr. Rock star himself.

Jules is just so genuine, how can you not love her. She had a rough, first love, she finally excaped. She is making a better life for herself, doing awesome with great friends bacing her up along the way, and then she meets, him. AAHHHHHhhhhhh so delictable, H-O-T, amazing, understanding, swoon worthy, to die rock star. And he rocked her socks off.

Dash Ford, the awesome-ness I was just gawking over. He is just as broken, but with Sunshine in the picture, they seem to balance each other perfect. I love the way he just gets her, and she gets him, when she went to him on the anniversary of the death, he didn't push her away, which honestly is what I was afraid he was going to do. Then once again, he surprised me. He might be a rock God, and to the outside world a woman-izer, but he is nothing of the sort. (thank you Michelle)

There was just enough steam in the book, to make it perfect, and not overly done, nor where it wasn't enough. ----Perfecto :)

 

Of course it breaks my heart as much as Jules when he had to leave. I was so looking forward to the surprise she had for himm, but we didn't make it that far. :(
But also before that surprise takes place, she has the interview, and it ends up is going to be the interview from hell, when the name Julia was said, my heart fell.

Now, I am just hoping that when I get the next one, it all works out well. I have a bad feeling about this. Please, let me be wrong, please let me be wrong.

It is all working out so well with them two, I hope it continues, because every woman deserves a good man, we don't need the drama of him screwing it up in Europe, are some crazy crap like that, lol.
Because I know Jules would never be are want to be with that Blake piece of $h!+ EVER again. I just hope he doesn't threaten her, using him, cause I think Dash will kill him. But we don't need any trouble, right, haha.

Ok, so now I have spoken my hopes, not that they will become reality, but a woman can wish, right?!!!!!

Please hurry Michelle, PLEASEEEEEEE.
I want MORE, so much MORE of Dash and Jules, I have fallen in love with them :)

 



 

 



Those Lies We Tell

THOSE LIES WE TELL

by: Lucy James

 

 

RELEASE DATE --- November 24, 2014

 

 

 

 

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Dr. Holly Edwards loves her life. She has a job she loves and a loving family that means the world to her.

However, when it comes to matters of the heart, Holly never lets anyone get too close to her. Not even the gorgeous Jake Lewis, who just can’t seem to get passed her wall.

When she has to return home because of a family emergency, she has no choice but to face her past. That includes coming face to face with Alex Collins, the only man she has ever really loved and the reason she keeps her heart so protected.

Will she let Alex back into her life and her heart?

Or will Jake be the one who helps her find who she really is, and be the rock she needs, when a family secret pulls her life apart.

 

 

ABOUT LUCY JAMES:

 

  My Name is Lucy James. I am 34 years old and I live with my husband in Dublin.

I have been writing all my life, it’s my greatest passion.

My first book, Those Lies We Tell, will be released on the 24^th of November.

I signed with Titan Publishing House earlier this month and it has been an amazing journey so far. I don’t feel like am with a publisher, I feel part of a family.

I am currently working on book two, The Other Side Of Him, which with be release Spring 2015

I am book addict. I have more books on my kindle than I have clothes in my wardrobe. If I truly love a book, I will buy it on paperback, to add to my ever growing collection, much to my husband’s horror.

My favourite authors are, Cecelia Ahern, Sheila O’Flanagan, Sadie Matthews, Beverley Hollowed and Sophie Kinsella.

10 Random facts about me.

My favourite colour is red.

My favourite flower are daffodils

My favourite movie is Sweet Home Alabama

My favourite singer is Ed Sheeran

I my biggest fear is being afraid to try new things.

I love to cook.

I love Formula one racing.

I have a secret (not anymore) crush on Simon Cowell.

I have three brother, no sisters and I am the youngest.

I have never read 50 shades of Grey.

About my books.

Those Lies We Tell.

This is my first book published. It’s a story about a young doctor who must return home to Dublin from New York when her father takes sick.

She left Dublin because she had her heart broken and when she comes back she has no choice to face her past. Things get complicated when someone from her life in New York turns up on her door step. Also she discovers secrets from her family’s past that could change her whole life, and who she thought she was.

 

The Other Side of Him.

Harley Lancaster is a romance writer. She is also stubborn and set in her ways. She trusts no one outside her circle, which consists of her Grandmother, her niece Morgan and her best friend Sadie. When it comes to love, she doesn’t let anyone close enough to ever really have a proper relationship.

When Harley buys a lake house, she forms an unlikely friendship with the handsome Mitch Parker, the contactor she hirers to renovate her new home. Bit by bit they grow closer and soon Harley realises she is falling in love with Mitch. Has Harley finally found the one she can let inside her circle, or is life going to throw yet another curve ball in her way? What lies on The Other Side Of Him?

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MY REVIEW:

 

I received this book as an ARC, in exchange for an honest review.

I give this book 5+ Stars!!!

 

 

I just absolutely loved this book; the characters, the plot, the good, the bad, and the ugly, and of course my fav, was the ending :)))))

Dr. Holly Edwards had everything going for her, she loved her career choice, her family, and the wonderful Alex. Then after finding out some shocking news, and Alex responding like an adolescent, sends her flying to another state. She is focused on her job, and not letting anyone break the walls she put up around herself; that is until a hot co-worker Jake Lewis,is not one to give up to easily.

Alex is everything Holly ever wanted and thought she needed, until life took an unsuspected turn, and she had to go home, and came face to face with him once again.

Although Jake Lewis decided to be her support, and friend, in her times of heartache, it also helped Holly open her eyes for what is real and right in front of her.

There were so many times that I thought the story was going one way, then I got whip-lashed, in an instant, and was like "well damn, didn't see that coming."

I also thought I loved Alex, in fact I know I did, up until the end! Then I was like "WHAT AN ASS"
One thing that upset me in this book was that Holly, being the great girl she was, NEVER confronted Alex about what was revealed to her, involving her pass.

 

Jake Lewis was an all around great, patient, hot, loveable guy. Which you would have to be pretty dang stupid to not see it. Sometimes, things just take time. And with Jake being the patient guy that he was, it sure paid off for him.

Before I go, I want to make sure I let you know that Holly also has a very awesome dad, and brother. Mom, ended up being ok as well. SOme times things happen in our life that we cannot control, and we have to end up paying the consequences for them, and that's what happen with the mom.

 

This book was realistic, with everyday life situations, that was normal and believable; which is another reason it had me reeled in from the beginning.

 

I enjoyed this book so much that I could not put it down, it was in face every chance I got, grocery store lines, long red lights, putting godchild (3 months old)to sleep, while ironing, ok you get the picture. LoL

Thank you Lucy James for your trust in me with the ARC, and I will continue to follow you, for more books in the near future, I hope.





TAMING JACK

TAMING JACK

by: Beverley Hollowed

 

 

 

 

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Mia Chambers is a successful advertising executive. She loves her job and her professional life couldn’t be any better. However, her private life is not so good. Stuck in a relationship with a man she no longer loves, Mia feels lost.

Jack Casey is tall, dark and handsome. A man who knows what he wants and doesn’t stop until he gets it. A chance meeting in a hotel bar, sends him crashing into Mia’s world. He wants her and will not stop till he has his prize.

Mia’s world starts to unravel but can Jack be the thread that pulls it back together. Or will he be the thing that destroys it and breaks her heart into a million pieces.

Can Mia be the one that finds a way of Taming Jack…

 

 

 

ABOUT BEVERLEY:

 

I am Beverley, though my friends call me Bev, I am 39 years old and I live in Dublin with my Husband and 2 sons. I love to read and I love music.

I has been writing as long as I can remember

I released my first book in December 2012 called Forever and Always.

I am Currently working on my 5th book One Last Chance, 3rd book in the Chances series. No Second Chances and How Many Chances are available now.

I also released A Stolen Heart, which is a stand alone book.

Some random fact about me.... I am a middle child, I have a fear of Mirrors, spiders and birds and I make custom Jewellery.

I adore music and it is a big part of my writing.

 

MY REVIEW:

 

I received this book as an ARC, in exchange for an honest review.

I give this book 5+ stars.

 Beverley Hollowed is one of my favorite authors. I have read most of her books, if not all of them.

And OMG-she hit this one out of the ball park. I LOVED it.

 Firstly - Mia is amazing. She is strong, smart, intelligent, sexy, and very responsible woman, who has accomplished alot and is doing well for herself. With NO help from anyone. She has great friends, a great brother that she didn't realize was that great, and shitty parents, whom which I wouldn't have associated with either.

 Lastly - Jack is one H-O-T, smart, un-touchable, sexy, dominating, well off, confident, bossy, broken, sex on a stick man. And any woman in her right mind would find him that way, and would have done the same thing that Mia has done.

Together- they are both great, scary, steamy, and destructive. And in some weird way it balances them both out.

 

As for Sean he truly IS a scumbag, among other things. But I won't waste my review on him, he got what was coming for him, which had me smiling of course.

 

When Jack brought Mia to The Void, even I was like HELLLLLL NOOOOOO!!!!!!!

 

That was just - NO-Fricken-Way!!!!

This is a book you must get when it is released. Because it didn't take me long to read it, although it was over 400 pages. I found myself acting like I had to use the bathroom, just to be left alone so I can read, I just couldn't put it down!!!!

 

As for the end, UGHHHHHH, I'm so frustrated, in shock, I knew it was gonna be a rough ending, but I was not prepared for that one.

As much as I love Bev, I.HATE.YOU. right now, LOL

(you know I am just kidding) :)

 

You cannot leave me hanging this way, you know I drive myself crazy, especially with JACKKKKKKK...............

Please don't leave us torn and tortured for to long, that would just be cruel.

Waiting for the continuation!!!!!!

 

 

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SAVING TOBY

SAVING TOBY

by: Suzanne McKenna

 

 

 

Synopsis:

Loving someone through their hard fall from grace takes a lot of grit.

Hired on as a caretaker to the ailing Mrs. Faye, Claudia Chiatmetti is drawn into the lives of the widow and her son — a world where sadness lingers and old wounds run deep. Empathetic to the family's plight, Claudia is powerless against the emerging feelings she has for the unruly Toby Faye. Up close, Toby’s blue-grey eyes expose a need she cannot ignore. His dark past will test her fortitude and expose her to danger.

Does Claudia have the grit to love Toby through it?

Saving Toby is a powerful and moving debut novel set on the south shore of Long Island. It is the first book of a two-part story that follows the emotional and inspirational tale of a young couple's journey to find themselves.

 

AUTHOR:

 

Suzanne McKenna Link is the debut author of SAVING TOBY. The literary love story follows the moving journey of a damaged young man and his love for a girl who might just save him. An avid interest in psychology has Suzanne digging deep into the reasons for her characters' behaviors. The native Long Islander is fascinated by the how and why of people's actions. As a result, her characters come to life on the pages.
Suzanne is currently working on "Keeping Claudia," the emotional sequel and finale to Saving Toby. To keep up-to-date on Suzanne’s newest writing endeavors; visit her author page at --
https://www.facebook.com/SuzanneMckennaLink

Find out more about Suzanne and her writing as well as personal and inspirational thoughts at her blog Lit...moSSSSDSuzanne McKenna Link is the debut author of SAVING TOBY. The literary love story follows the moving journey of a damaged young man and his love for a girl who might just save him. An avid interest in psychology has Suzanne digging deep into the reasons for her characters' behaviors. The native Long Islander is fascinated by the how and why of people's actions. As a result, her characters come to life on the pages.
Suzanne is currently working on "Keeping Claudia," the emotional sequel and finale to Saving Toby. To keep up-to-date on Suzanne’s newest writing endeavors; visit her author page at --
https://www.facebook.com/SuzanneMckennaLink

Find out more about Suzanne and her writing as well as personal and inspirational thoughts at her blog Literary Love -- http://suzannemckennalink.blogspot.com/

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Suzanne currently lives in New York with her husband and two children.

 

MY REVIEW:

 

I was given this book as an ARC, in exchange for an honest review.

I give this book 5 stars.

I really enjoyed this book. I loved the characters, the story line, which felt like things that happen in real life, the challenges, the heartachs, the love, commitment, and how people really can change.

It also brought a few tears through out the entire book, but I still enjoyed it.
I am so glad that Suzanne contacted me about reviewing this book. There are so so many out there, you cannnot see them all, and I have to say I lucked up with this one.
I am always going through my books on my kindle (over 1,000) to see what I will read next. It is always hard to decide. But when oppertunities like this come along, it's even better. Especially when the book was so good.

So thank you Suzanne for the ARC. I truly enjoyed this realistic, down to earth book, and I cannot wait for the second part. Please don't keep us waiting to long!!!!

 

 

Reach Me

REACH ME

by: J.L. Mac

 

 

 

 

SYNOPSIS:

 

It’s a well-known fact that single parenting doesn’t allow for much dating. Over the past nine years, Lindsay Fuller’s heart has been monopolized by her son, Trey, and she’s perfectly content with that.
But with her 30th birthday looming like a black cloud, Lindsay worries that her chances at a happily ever after are next to nil.
After all, she’s no sorority girl. She’s no supermodel, either. She’s a Plain Jane single mom with a less than desirable career, a pen pal obsession, and an extremely overbearing younger brother.
Financial trouble sends Lindsay’s already hectic life into a tailspin, setting events in motion that will change everything, namely her “single” status. Learning to reach for what she wants catalyzes an epic internal struggle that she has no hopes of overcoming.
The question is, will Lindsay give love a shot; and, more importantly, will it be worth it?

 

 

AUTHOR:



 USA Today Best Selling Author, J.L. Mac, is twenty-something years old and currently resides in El Paso, Texas, with her husband and children. She is a native Texan having been born and raised in Galveston, Texas. J.L. admittedly has had a long and sordid love affair with the written word and has loved every minute of it. She drinks too many glasses of wine on occasion, and says way too many swear words to be considered “lady-like.” J.L. spends her free time reading, writing, playing with her children and living her happily even after with her very own Prince Charming who she affectionately calls Tight Buns McHotness.

MY REVIEW:
 

I received Reach Me as an ARC from the wonderful J.L.Mac, in exchange for an honest review.

I give Reach Me 5+ stars. It was a great read.

I think I have read about everything J.L.Mac has written, because I just can't get enough of her wonderful words.

I really enjoyed this book. The story line was perfect, the characters were great, the steamy parts were awesome.

I read this in one day because it was that great, just couldn't put it down.

The reality of struggle, determination, friends, love, and a hopeful future is all real in this book.

I think I fell in love with Russ. He was a mouth watering, tongue tying,claiming your soul, kinda guy. And besides that he pretty much had it all. For a man like him to wait for someone that long, and only commute through texts, has got to be one hell of a guy.

I'm not saying anything else about this book because I am not giving anything away. You just need to read it. It is just AAHhhhhhhhhh.

One of those books that just stays with you!!!

It's awesome!!!!!

In the end J.L.Mac about ripped mt heart out, stomped on it, and left it hanging for the voltures to devour. LOL
Doesn't mean I would ever stop stalking her for another book, she's a great author!!

Thanks J.L. Mac for your trust. And don't ever give up writing!!!

Make sure TBM keeps bringing you to them cabins,are any retreat, to keep these books coming :)

 

 

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The Other Side Of Someday

THE OTHER SIDE OF SOMEDAY

by: Carey Heywood

 

 

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Falling in love? 

Courtney Grayson has been there, done that.

Men, who needs them? Love wasn’t everything she thought it would be. This time around she’s doing things differently. She hasn’t sworn off men for good, just isn’t interested in settling. Trusting someone with her heart again? Someday, but not today.Falling in love? Sorry, Clay Bradshaw is not the guy for you.He’s never been in love and he doesn’t see it happening. Hooking up can be fun, but more often than not, women are a distraction he doesn’t need. He’s a busy man, and doesn’t have time to date, let alone fall in love. Will someone ever change that? There’s always a chance, someday.Life doesn’t always go as planned, and love may find them both on the other side of someday.

ABOUT CAREY:

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with six books out and many more to come. She was born and raised in Alexandria, Virginia. Ever the mild-mannered citizen, Carey spends her days working in the world of finance, and at night, she retreats into the lives of her fictional characters. Supporting her all the way are her husband, three sometimes-adorable children, and their nine-pound attack Yorkie. I’d love to hear from you! info@careyheywood.com www.careyheywood.com

MY REVIEW:

I GIVE THIS BOOK A 5 STAR REVIEW!!!

 

 

I received this book as an ARC, in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely loved this book. I had no doubt, coming from Carey Heywood. So far, every book that I have read of hers, was great, and a 5 star.

I was so excited to learn about this book, I started it right away. And finished it quick. It was to hard to put down.

I felt like I was in the book with these characters, I was so connected to them. I loved them all. I hated Mike at first, and still despises what he did. But I am also thankful, because had he not, this book what not have been so damn good. So in the end I actually felt sorry for him. Kinda like, his loss, idiot. lol

I fell in love with Clay immediately. He was fricken amazing. Not sure there is anything I would want to change about him. He's perfect; HOT, brains, cocky yet romantic, charming, sincere, big heart, great size wood, HAHA, and knows how to treat a woman. Taking care of a child not yours, and doing what he done, at his young age, you will hardly ever see in a lifetime. That right there means he was a keeper. In the end what him and Maggie did as the surprise for her, was out of this world, 100% swoon worthy. At least it would have been for me, lol. He always takes into consideration her feelings, and what she wants, and is ALWAYS showing her compassion. I mean, where the hell will you find someone like him. Because although I have a great husband, some things I could get used to if he did them, lol. My husband doesn't care to see me reading all the time, but I don't give a damn. Like I told him, it's better than me not home, are in a bar somewhere. SO suck the shit up!!!
Anyway... lol

Courtney was a lovely, honest, hard working, giving, independent young lady. I think I feel in love with her as well, haha
She was just perfect. And there is nothing I can say bad about her either.

The story was great, HOT, couldn't finish the book fast enough. I didn't want it to ever end.

It's a start of a series. But I really would love to hear more about Clay and Courtney, like the future, and what is ahead. Because I know it will be great.

Thank you Carey for your trust in giving me the ARC!!!! I am forever grateful.
You have a life long fan here :)

Unable To Resist

UNABLE TO RESIST

by: Cassie Graham

Synopsis:

Ann is haunted by a past that won’t let go. The secrets lurking in Arizona are too much to handle, making a move to Nashville her best chance of survival. Her bakery is enough to keep her mind busy during the day, but the night brings nightmares that threaten to rip her in two. Tired of just living life rather than experiencing it, she’s ready to fight her demons and emerge the victor.

Only—she doesn’t know how to do that alone.

Duane has a lot on his plate. A lawyer for a prestigious law firm and a ranch owner, he hardly has enough time to breathe, let alone date. But all of that changes when he meets Ann.

A chance encounter at a bar brings them together, but it’s fate that shoves them into each other’s lives for reasons they will soon unveil together.

Can Ann open her heart and let Duane in?

Unable to Resist is a story about love, loss and finding healing in unlikely places.

About Cassie:

Cassie Graham is first and foremost, a wife and mother. She has one crazy daughter and a just as nutters husband that she loves dearly. She lives in sunny--all be it, scorching Arizona, where the summers are ridiculously hot and the winters are perfection. She'd pick winter any day.

Cassie went to school to be a teacher, but quit to become a proud military wife in 2010. During that time, she found her passion to write. Being a loud and proud choir girl in school, she needed another creative outlet and writing seemed like the perfect fit.

Reading has been a constant in her life, but she does admit that reading Twilight in high school really started her obsession. When she turned 20, her obsession grew and she discovered the New Adult/Romance fiction genre, and she's never looked back.

If Cassie isn't writing, she's more than likely cooking for her family or has her nose buried deep in a book. She finds inspiration in all things. Movies, music, and life fuel her characters’ lives, and she wouldn't have it any other way.

She began brainstorming her debut novel, Unable to Resist, in 2011 and it became reality in 2013. It'll be released in June of 2014.



MY REVIEW:
I received this book as an ARC, for an exchange of an honest review.

I give Unable To Resist 5+ swooning stars.

I absolutely loved this book. I only regret not knowing about it sooner. It was one of the best books I've read.
The characters were awesome. I loved them all. Duane is just ahhhhhh, to die for, sexy as hell, H-O-T, big hearted, loyale, loving, wonderful all around southern charming guy. He had it all, but was still losing something, and didn't realize what it was until Ann came along. And she was perfect as can be. She was everything he wanted that he didn't know he needed; and now cannot live without.
Now THAT is the kinda love we all wish for. He had so many great talents, and experience. I mean a lawyer, a cowboy, and song writer, singer, the looks, and the body. Like hot damn!!!!!!

Ann was also a great character, she went through so much that not to many people could have done, but she was a strong, warm hearted, fiesty, devoted, beautiful girl, who took off, and started over all alone, except she found a great friend to do it with; and she accomplished everything she was going for. She was so conservative, quiet, and overly friendly UNTIL you pissed her off. Then holy hell mother of god, do i feel sorry for you. As in the barbie ex-girlfriend. I wish she could have gotten her hands on her though!!
Now the best friend and brother, are also having there happliy ever after, right across from Duane and Ann, which I think is just fricken awesome. Two great, respectful southern gentlemen. How did they ever get so lucky!!!!
With both of there families growing are like dreams coming true. And that my friends is how it ended.
It was just amazing. I loved the book, and I'm so glad it didn't have all that cheating going on, it was just perfect!!!


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