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June 9, 2016
So this is my new blog. On here I will review all the books I read. Right now, nearly all my reviews can be found on Goodreads. As I continue to work on this blog I will sort and add my older reviews into categories. I am looking forward to this project as this is something I have wanted to do for a long time. I love to read and I love to write. So I hope you will visit this blog from time to time and watch it grow.
Christine
by
Teresa Gabelman
My Rating: 4
Cover: 5
Publication: May 10th 2017
Read: June 18, 2017
Genres: Romance (Novella)
POV: Third-person alternating perspectives
Standalone
Julie Daniels has committed her life to teaching the blind. Cowboy, Clay Marshall, turns to her for help. As their worlds collide Clay and Julie find that they have to rely on blind faith.
**This book was previously released in the Charity Anthology: ‘Incompatibly Yours’**
Blind Faith by Teresa Gabelman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4 Stars to Blind Faith by Teresa Gable.
Blind Faith was previously released in an anthology. (see blurb for details) Before this book, I haven’t read anything by this author. I actually came across this book in my daily travels through social media. I enjoyed this story very much. Although it was very short, I still felt a connections with the main characters. I wished this book were a full length because the premise of the story was interesting and engaging.
Julie works with helping the blind find courage and strength to see beyond their darkness and despair. This is a job that she is good at. In addition, she finds it very rewarding to help people. Julie wouldn’t change what she does for anything. I like that she was strong and sassy, yet shy at the same time. Julie was a great character.
Clay is the typical sexy, alpha cowboy that we ladies swoon over. And it was so easy to swoon over him. Julie accepted a job with Clay Marshall, a man she crushed on as a teen. Even years later he has her lady bits all tingly. Julie is hired to help Clay’s brother, Bo. Since this is a short story, I’m not going to go into details.
Clay remembers Julie from high school. They didn’t run in the same crowds and she was quiet and shy back then. But he did notice her. In fact, Clay had a bit of a crush on her as well. When Julie comes to the ranch, Clay is a little surprised at his reaction her. He is definitely attracted however he keeps his distance. Julie is there to help Bo.
Although I adored watching Clay and Julie find love with each other, I was even more focused on her relationship with Bo. I admit, I was worried about his outcome.
The ending was sweet although a bit rushed. Again, this is a short story and there is only so much you can put into it before it becomes a full length. I wouldn’t have minded that at all. That said, Blind Faith was short and sweet and hit the spot.
I will definitely be looking to read more from this author in the future.
Several questions are swirling through my mind at this hour of the night.
For example, when I try to stand, is this little paper toilet seat cover going to stick to my ass? Are my feet numb from the champagne or the magenta stilettoes I’m wearing? Or why am I sitting in the bathroom stall of a bar, staring at the sticky, alcohol laden floor? Not to mention the most important question of the night, one I will never admit out loud, why I can’t get the picture of the brunette, hanging on Paxton all night, plunging to her death from a cliff out of my head?
Oh, hell. I need to stop. There’s only one person who can distract me from my dumb, girl emotions. Laney.
Taking my phone from my clutch, I tap Laney’s name under my favorites. When it begins to ring, I stand up, wobbling a little while shimmying my panties up my legs and pulling the bottom of my gold mini dress back down from around my waist. A giggle slips past my lips when I think of the hot mess I am tonight.
As Laney’s voicemail echoes in my ear, I fall against the wall of the bathroom stall. “Dammit, Laney! I really wish you would’ve answered,’ I hollered into the phone unnecessarily. The sounds of feminine chatter drifting from two stalls down from girls making one last dash to the ladies room before the countdown. I lower my voice, “Happy New Year. God, I wish you were here.” I sigh. “You’d tell me like it is…you’d stop me from doing something stupid. But, you’re not here, and when I do that stupid thing, I’m going to blame you. Just a friendly warning.” Pausing, I stare at the writing on the side of the stall and admire the use of the words love and forever written in twirly letters full of hope. I’m sure the voicemail is going to shut off any moment, so I say my goodbye. “Anyway, I love you, Laney…like whoa and don’t you forget it.”
Ending the call, I glance at the time before opening my clutch and dropping it in. I have five minutes until midnight. Pushing the door open, I wobble my way out, slowly making it over to the sink. I wash my hands, drying them before I freshen up with a touch of hot pink gloss and a fluff of my hair. One final look and I approve.
Shirl Rickman is a writer, a dreamer, and an optimist. A small town Texas girl currently residing in the San Francisco Bay Area, Shirl adores her husband, daughter, and two crazy dogs. When she’s not dreaming up new love stories, Shirl can be found reading, drinking her favorite coffee, Kona Blend with coconut milk. She loves kindness, laughing and meeting her readers. 
He’s my brother’s best friend.When my parents died, a part of me died along with them. Nothing mattered anymore; everything lost its meaning. I lived my life in moments, good and bad, but somewhere along the way, I stopped living.
We only had each other, and Cade, he did a hell of a job looking after me. They doubted we could make it; they doubted our resolve.
Braxton has lived next door to us ever since we moved in with my aunt after the horrific accident. Cade took to him so quickly; they’ve been inseparable ever since. Their favorite pastime? Torturing me. But something has shifted between us recently, and I’m seeing him in a whole new light now. I know my brother will never accept it, but he’s drawing me in like a moth to a flame.
He pushes off the doorframe, closing some distance between us. He is now close enough that I can feel his breath on my face when he speaks. There are droplets of water left on his chiseled chest, and he looks like he just stepped out of a magazine ad.
The hairs all over my body are standing up, and I’m worried that I am visibly shaking. God, he is going to give me hell for this.
He leans over so that his lips are dangerously close to my ear. “What’s the matter, Em? Are you feeling okay?”
His breath tickles my ear and sends shivers down my spine.
“What are you doing?” I ask, my voice shaky.
“Nothing,” he replies, pulling away enough so I can see his face and then batting his eyelashes innocently. “I just love watching you squirm.”
I push him away, annoyed. Within seconds Braxton has my back up against a wall and he is pressing into me as he trails his mouth and breath dangerously close to my ear. It takes a few moments for me to register what else I feel because I can barely catch my breath. Braxton is Cade’s best friend. I know he gets off messing with me…but he’s never taken it this far before and I feel completely out of control.
Krista Pakseresht has always been a dreamer, from the first time she opened her eyes. Creating worlds through words is one thing she is truly talented at. She specializes in Young adult/New adult romance, horror, action, fantasy, and non-fiction under the pen name Kira Adams.
Jameson Bradley is a sweet, sexy, cocky, alpha of a man – and everything I’ve been trying to avoid. Since the death of my husband Brady, less than a year ago, a relationship is the last thing I’m looking for. But apparently the universe doesn’t care what I want…
Aurora Broderick is everything I didn’t know I needed in my life. She’s smart, beautiful, strong… complicated. I had every intention of telling her I was a cop… Until she told me about Brady. Knowing how she feels about dating another law enforcement officer, I couldn’t bring myself to tell her. Losing her before she is actually mine – it isn’t an option.
Secrets. Lies. The ultimate betrayal.
Jameson isn’t the only one with secrets. When everything’s out in the open, what path will Aurora choose?
LB Russell lives in a small-ish town in northwest Georgia. After years spent in retail hell she took some time off to take care of her family. She still resides in that same town she grew up in with her husband, son and the behemoth cat that isn’t really her cat. She sat down with a good friend this past summer and started writing what would be her first work for publishing. With several more titles planned she hopes to do this for a long time.
Release Date: June 20, 2017
WRECKED
By Luke Prescott
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Blurb:
Asher Kilby is a mechanic who’s dream is to have his own garage. He’s
fiercely protective, sexy, and getting dirty doesn’t just happen in the
garage.
Payton Hudson comes to work at her dad’s garage after moving across the
country. She’s beautiful, captivating, and holding a world of secrets.
When these two meet there’s an instant attraction that can’t be denied.
Even though Asher tries to stay away, because the boss’s daughter is off
limits, it doesn’t happen. He knows what he wants, and it’s Payton.
Feelings start to get involved. Sex becomes all consuming. Emotions are
extreme.
When everything they thought they knew falls apart. One may be relieved.
The other completely wrecked.
About The Author:
Luke Prescott grew up in New York, where he still lives today. He likes to
fish, work on his Jeep and cheer on the best damn team in the NFL, the
Giants. He spends his days getting his hands dirty and his nights using his
dirty mind.
Writing is a new-found interest for him. Realizing how sexy the written
word can be, his imagination took over. He’s got plenty to tell and looks
forward to sharing it.
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by Luke Prescott
Release Date: June 23rd 2017
Read: June 19th 2017
My Rating: 5
Cover: 5
Genres: Romance, Erotic Romance, Light Suspense
POV: First-person dual perspectives
Standalone
Asher Kilby is a mechanic who’s dream is to have his own garage. He’s fiercely protective, sexy, and getting dirty doesn’t just happen in the garage.
Payton Hudson comes to work at her dad’s garage after moving across the country. She’s beautiful, captivating, and holding a world of secrets.
When these two meet there’s an instant attraction that can’t be denied. Even though Asher tries to stay away, because the boss’s daughter is off limits, it doesn’t happen. He knows what he wants, and it’s Payton.
Feelings start to get involved. Sex becomes all consuming. Emotions are extreme.
When everything they thought they knew falls apart. One may be relieved. The other completely wrecked.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars to Wrecked by Luke Prescott.
Release Date: June 23, 2017
Asher and Payton…….
It feels like I’ve been waiting forever for this book. After reading Screwed,, the debut book by this author, I knew that Wrecked would be just as steamy. I was right, but it was so much more! Even after reading the synopsis, I wasn’t sure of this book’s premise. The unpredictability became a pleasant surprise. I admit I am notorious for trying to figure out a book’s plot from the very beginning. There were twists and turns I didn’t expect.
The author’s writing has a smooth flow with a steady pace. There is a lot going on to keep the reader engaged. The characters were likable and relatable and I had a strong connection to Asher and Payton. In addition to the steamy erotic aspect, there are tender moments as well. Damn, that Asher is swoon-worthy book boyfriend material.
Asher is a mechanic who dreams of one day owning his own garage. He is a sexy, cocky man who loves his drinking and one-nighters; who has no intentions of be involved in a relationship. But when his boss’s daughter comes to work at the garage, Asher begins to change his way of thinking. It isn’t long before he realizes his desires regarding Payton are becoming more than lustful. She is all he thinks about.
Payton has secrets. Her reasons for moving across the country are complex, leaving her to be constantly on edge. Because of these unsettled emotions, she did not want to get involved with Asher. However the chemistry between them was not to be ignored.
One of my favorite aspects of this book was watching Asher’s character change. It was as if a switch was flipped when he met Payton. She gradually became his everything. Asher became the epitome of a hero.
I liked Payton. But I loved Asher! Even though his first pages in the book painted him an arrogant jerk, his change to loyal, protective and loving was amazing to watch. I absolutely adored his romantic side. My favorite scene was where he danced with Payton. Those moments were intense and shiver-worthy.
I hated when this book ended. I wished it were longer; I wasn’t ready to say goodbye to Asher and Payton. No matter how short it was, Wrecked is a book with all the emotions and ‘feels’ we look for in a perfect read. I’ll also add that the suspense added more depth and complexity.
If you haven’t yet read Luke Prescott, you are missing out. Both of his books, Screwed, & Wrecked, were fantastic! I am looking forward to more from this author for sure!
*This is my honest and unbiased review.*
Writing is a new-found interest for him. Realizing how sexy the written word can be. His debut panty soaking novel is coming soon.
