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Now this review will be a bit shorter since I read this almost a week ago, and have been way too busy to write it until now. But especially since I had such a fun time reading this one, I knew I just had to share my review for it. Now I have been waiting for Tiger's story for quite some time now. I do want to say that as far as shifter series go, this one tops my list for sure. Jennifer Ashley has such a remarkable talent when creating these stellar amazing stories. I have loved every one of the shifter books, but I will say that Tiger is a SENSATIONAL read! I loved every moment. I couldn't put it down at all. There were so many things I enjoyed about this couple. One of the main things, is that to most shifters in shifter town, they are afraid of Tiger and what he will end up doing. When he meets Carly who isn't afraid of him at all, she is intrigued by him more than anything. She doesn't fight his claim on her that much, since they are complete strangers. I found it so adorable when Tiger interacted with the kids ( I guarantee your heart will melt!!!) He is so sweet and tender, and can be super alpha protective that definitely had me from the first page. Tiger is more unique than the other books, since he was created as a shifter, and not made as the other shifters are. In fact he is the only one in existence---so it has a twist to it that I felt was balanced pretty well, and there were many moments that got my heart rate up--who needs to exercise when you have a :"Tiger Hunk" to salivate after right? If you are looking for a love story full of adventure, spice and charm---this one is for you!!! Be read for one helleva ride folks!!
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Nico Toscani, is part of the Toscani mob boss family. He rules in Las Vegas, and no one crosses him. He is good to those that are loyal to him and those that disobey suffer the consequences. He meets his match and daughter of his sworn enemy Mia Cordano. Mia has worked hard to separate herself as much as possible from the crime family she was born into. She is a legalized hacker, and when she is called in to do a job for a gambling hotel in Las Vegas she is more than eager, especially with the funds and the reputation it will give her. But after finishing the job, a guard pinches her ass and she slices him with her knife. Yeah a mob daughter you don't want to cross. But she is brought to Nico to pay the consequences for her actions. But Mia isn't afraid of Nico, and is bold and daring and Nico is captivated by this woman who was once a girl he fell hard for but could never be his. And even though he has other obligations, he can't resist the urge to protect and love this woman who heats his blood and makes him feel again...
Nico Toscani, lost his mother when he was just a boy and wanted to be just like his father. To defend their family and protect and follow his ways which weren't the most desired among crime families. One that held honor and loyalty. But when his father was murdered, his uncle took over and refuses to give the title over to Nico even though he rightly deserves it. He wants to take it back but he must handle it very delicately or he could lose. Nico was one sexy hero and boy I loved the alpha in him. Definitely will give you shivers. He is total bad ass but not creepy and scary at all. I loved the way he treats those that work for him and the way he is with his buddies. His reactions were just fabulous to see unravel and I did like the way his character is so bold and dominates the room.
Mia grew up in the Cordano crime family, but she has worked hard to distance herself as much as possible. She wears outlandish clothes, is a hacker and got a college degree. She stands up to her father and has a temper. And boy I loved her. Despite the way her father treats her, I liked that she doesn't back down when its something she believes in. She has goals and dreams and isn't afraid to go after them. You have to admire that. I did enjoy seeing the way she handles our hero Nico. Even though there may be a part of her that fears him because she doesn't know him, she doesn't let it show. She has this wild untamed personality that is crazy and fun and I got a kick out of her character. She is protective of her younger sister especially. I enjoyed the way she handles problems and seeks solutions.
In Nico, the first book in the latest series by Castille. We get an introduction to a Crime Boss romance. Now this has a Romeo and Juliet type of feel only you get a HEA. Both are from rival crime families and so tension is pretty high in this book. But you don't really realize how forbidden their relationship is until later in the book. Their first meeting is sexy as sin and will give you shivers down the spine. I loved both of these characters. Their personalities are so opposite from each other in many ways. Nico is domineering and commanding and doesn't take no for an answer. And Mia, well she is crazy and fun and is unconventional. Not your typical future mob boss wife. But they just fit for each other in the ways that really matter. They get each other and they get the life they were born into. The emotional intimacy they build in this book is what really drew me in.
The sexual tension is high but you see so much development in the emotional side to their bond that you just get drawn in. I honestly couldn't put this book down and didn't want to. Their story was engaging and highly addicting and I can't wait to see what see brings us in Luca.
Just a gorgeous cover we have here right? I just LOVE it!! I love the abs with the random placed tats.
Nico is a forbidden romance that will leave you curling your toes in delight!! TALENT TO ADMIRE!
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Summary
Nico Toscani, is part of the Toscani mob boss family. He rules in Las Vegas, and no one crosses him. He is good to those that are loyal to him and those that disobey suffer the consequences. He meets his match and daughter of his sworn enemy Mia Cordano. Mia has worked hard to separate herself as much as possible from the crime family she was born into. She is a legalized hacker, and when she is called in to do a job for a gambling hotel in Las Vegas she is more than eager, especially with the funds and the reputation it will give her. But after finishing the job, a guard pinches her ass and she slices him with her knife. Yeah a mob daughter you don't want to cross. But she is brought to Nico to pay the consequences for her actions. But Mia isn't afraid of Nico, and is bold and daring and Nico is captivated by this woman who was once a girl he fell hard for but could never be his. And even though he has other obligations, he can't resist the urge to protect and love this woman who heats his blood and makes him feel again...
The Hero
Nico Toscani, lost his mother when he was just a boy and wanted to be just like his father. To defend their family and protect and follow his ways which weren't the most desired among crime families. One that held honor and loyalty. But when his father was murdered, his uncle took over and refuses to give the title over to Nico even though he rightly deserves it. He wants to take it back but he must handle it very delicately or he could lose. Nico was one sexy hero and boy I loved the alpha in him. Definitely will give you shivers. He is total bad ass but not creepy and scary at all. I loved the way he treats those that work for him and the way he is with his buddies. His reactions were just fabulous to see unravel and I did like the way his character is so bold and dominates the room.
The Heroine
Mia grew up in the Cordano crime family, but she has worked hard to distance herself as much as possible. She wears outlandish clothes, is a hacker and got a college degree. She stands up to her father and has a temper. And boy I loved her. Despite the way her father treats her, I liked that she doesn't back down when its something she believes in. She has goals and dreams and isn't afraid to go after them. You have to admire that. I did enjoy seeing the way she handles our hero Nico. Even though there may be a part of her that fears him because she doesn't know him, she doesn't let it show. She has this wild untamed personality that is crazy and fun and I got a kick out of her character. She is protective of her younger sister especially. I enjoyed the way she handles problems and seeks solutions.
Plot and Story Line
In Nico, the first book in the latest series by Castille. We get an introduction to a Crime Boss romance. Now this has a Romeo and Juliet type of feel only you get a HEA. Both are from rival crime families and so tension is pretty high in this book. But you don't really realize how forbidden their relationship is until later in the book. Their first meeting is sexy as sin and will give you shivers down the spine. I loved both of these characters. Their personalities are so opposite from each other in many ways. Nico is domineering and commanding and doesn't take no for an answer. And Mia, well she is crazy and fun and is unconventional. Not your typical future mob boss wife. But they just fit for each other in the ways that really matter. They get each other and they get the life they were born into. The emotional intimacy they build in this book is what really drew me in.
You love it. You've never met a man like me, a man who can challenge and respect you, a man worthy of a woman like you
The sexual tension is high but you see so much development in the emotional side to their bond that you just get drawn in. I honestly couldn't put this book down and didn't want to. Their story was engaging and highly addicting and I can't wait to see what see brings us in Luca.
The Cover
Just a gorgeous cover we have here right? I just LOVE it!! I love the abs with the random placed tats.
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Nico is a forbidden romance that will leave you curling your toes in delight!! TALENT TO ADMIRE!
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
This review may contain some spoilers so be warned!! :)
Jake and Miranda Harkner have endured triumphs and sorrows, have stayed true to each other for almost thirty years. They have endured all the dangers that the wild west could have thrown at them. But their story is far from over. Jake and Miranda are on the brink of celebrating their thirtieth wedding anniversary. They are now settled in the Colorado Hill Country, Jake is working along side with his son Lloyd. Sharing every spare moment with his beloved wife, children and grandchildren. Despite his age, Jake doesn't look or act his age especially when surrounded by his family. But Jake is still haunted by his past especially by the nightmares his father evokes. He still doubts himself and his worthiness to be part of this beautiful family he has. Enemies of Jake and Randy's are going to come back and cause their peace to be disrupted in the worst of ways. But Jake and Miranda have the strongest love that can stand the tide of any storm.
WHEW!!! I am still on a book hangover from this story....Rosanne Bittner has done it again and I can never get enough of these two together!! Their love is EPIC and different and so unique but both of these two will be challenged in ways they don't expect to find. I read this in one sitting---it was so good!! Normally it takes me a couple of days to read a book from her, especially since they are longer in length than the average book however....I stayed up ALL night long to read this book and so worth it. It sets off with Jake and Miranda spending some quality alone time together in a small shack cabin that is their refuge.
Life soon interrupts them though. They receive word that one of the outlaws that was involved in their daugher Evie's rape attack, has been released early from prison. Jake knows that he will be gunning for him and most especially his son Lloyd. But on the night of celebration in Denver, at a ball of dancing---the worst of the worst happens. Jake almost loses his son, and almost loses his mind in rage and pain.
Jake will soon have to face the music of the law, and the whole Harkner family will need to come together like never before to keep their family together and show Jake Harkner the power of love and family. But their anguishes do not end there...there is much more in store for Jake and Miranda and their whole family. A event that will prove them in ways they couldn't ever imagine, where Jake will need to be the rock for Miranda.
Man these two could cause a heart attack...I swear I couldn't stop the tears or the bursts of laughter. This family is so heartwarming and I love their close ties to each other. They are such a close knit family and even the sweet moments were so precious to read. We get all of our favorite family members and friends of course!!! We get more of Jeff our fellow journalist that followed Jake's career in "Do Not Forsake Me" and also a friend of the family, Peter. Then the two kids Lloyd and Evie and their spouses with their charming kids and of course we have Mini Jake. Now this grandson of Jake and Miranda's, the son of Evie's is a riot!! He is exactly like adult Jake only mini sized. Then we also have some of the ranch hands that have followed Jake and Miranda over the years and stayed loyal. What really impressed me is how Bittner can keep this story of Jake and Miranda so vibrant and real. This is a couple that will stay with you for years to come, and she did a superb job in creating more dilemma's for these two. Their love gets really tested, and it doesn't end with this book!! It does leave a bit of a teaser for the fourth book. What I did enjoy was seeing that Jake and Miranda are both individually tested. And yes there are moments especially toward the end that just about breaks my heart and I honestly couldn't stop the tears flowing in certain moments. I did like the turn that Jake had to be the strong one of the two. Over the years, Miranda is the one that has been his strength, his rock and has kept him from going insane. But we get a turn of events, where Miranda needs Jake more than ever, and despite how he feels he is forced to put it all aside to be what his wife needs him to be----a rock for her to lean on through the storm.
This is a story for any romance lover, it doesn't matter if you like historical romance or not---this is a MUST READ for any reader!!
What a beautiful cover!!! Sourcebooks has done a brilliant job with this cover and it relates with the book so well. I love how they made these two look more mature but not OLD. I love the backdrop with the sunset, and the pose on the grass. I love her yellow dress (which she wears one in the book)
Love's Sweet Revenge is a tale that continues an epic love that is tested in bittersweet ways---a story that will entangle you through every emotion and make you fall in love like it was for the first time!! A love story that is epic and heart-stopping good!! TAKES YOUR BREATH AWAY!
This review may contain some spoilers so be warned!! :)
Summary
Jake and Miranda Harkner have endured triumphs and sorrows, have stayed true to each other for almost thirty years. They have endured all the dangers that the wild west could have thrown at them. But their story is far from over. Jake and Miranda are on the brink of celebrating their thirtieth wedding anniversary. They are now settled in the Colorado Hill Country, Jake is working along side with his son Lloyd. Sharing every spare moment with his beloved wife, children and grandchildren. Despite his age, Jake doesn't look or act his age especially when surrounded by his family. But Jake is still haunted by his past especially by the nightmares his father evokes. He still doubts himself and his worthiness to be part of this beautiful family he has. Enemies of Jake and Randy's are going to come back and cause their peace to be disrupted in the worst of ways. But Jake and Miranda have the strongest love that can stand the tide of any storm.
Plot and Story Line
WHEW!!! I am still on a book hangover from this story....Rosanne Bittner has done it again and I can never get enough of these two together!! Their love is EPIC and different and so unique but both of these two will be challenged in ways they don't expect to find. I read this in one sitting---it was so good!! Normally it takes me a couple of days to read a book from her, especially since they are longer in length than the average book however....I stayed up ALL night long to read this book and so worth it. It sets off with Jake and Miranda spending some quality alone time together in a small shack cabin that is their refuge.
Big and strong as you are on the outside, you've grown so much stronger on the inside"
He kissed her eyes "You keep me strong."
Their lips meets again, their passion no different than it was nearly thirty years ago when he took her for the first time...when he was a lost soul...when she showed him everything he didn't know about love.
Life soon interrupts them though. They receive word that one of the outlaws that was involved in their daugher Evie's rape attack, has been released early from prison. Jake knows that he will be gunning for him and most especially his son Lloyd. But on the night of celebration in Denver, at a ball of dancing---the worst of the worst happens. Jake almost loses his son, and almost loses his mind in rage and pain.
My son is in so much pain--pain he shouldn't be suffering! It rips my heart out every time I have to hold him down because of that pain. I can't stand seeing him suffer! I failed him, Evie! I failed my Son! All those years we rode together and had each other's backs...and then we go to a simple civilized affair, and he's gunned down right in front of me! That man took my precious son in cold blood. The old old Jake came roaring back so now you know the man who fathered you, and you see why I can't believe something as good and beautiful as you even came from my seed. I am what I am, Evie and everything I touch gets hurt. That young man lying in that bed is worth Ten of me---a hundred of me! His voice began to beak and he put his head in his hands.
"I do see that man, Daddy. I saw him when you pulled the trigger. But I refuse to recognize that man as my loving and gentle father. He's not the man who is married to the most devoted and gracious woman I know--the man who has grandchildren who need to see their granpa come back home to the J&L, and when he does, they need him to be the only kind of man they've ever known as their grandfather.
Jake will soon have to face the music of the law, and the whole Harkner family will need to come together like never before to keep their family together and show Jake Harkner the power of love and family. But their anguishes do not end there...there is much more in store for Jake and Miranda and their whole family. A event that will prove them in ways they couldn't ever imagine, where Jake will need to be the rock for Miranda.
Man these two could cause a heart attack...I swear I couldn't stop the tears or the bursts of laughter. This family is so heartwarming and I love their close ties to each other. They are such a close knit family and even the sweet moments were so precious to read. We get all of our favorite family members and friends of course!!! We get more of Jeff our fellow journalist that followed Jake's career in "Do Not Forsake Me" and also a friend of the family, Peter. Then the two kids Lloyd and Evie and their spouses with their charming kids and of course we have Mini Jake. Now this grandson of Jake and Miranda's, the son of Evie's is a riot!! He is exactly like adult Jake only mini sized. Then we also have some of the ranch hands that have followed Jake and Miranda over the years and stayed loyal. What really impressed me is how Bittner can keep this story of Jake and Miranda so vibrant and real. This is a couple that will stay with you for years to come, and she did a superb job in creating more dilemma's for these two. Their love gets really tested, and it doesn't end with this book!! It does leave a bit of a teaser for the fourth book. What I did enjoy was seeing that Jake and Miranda are both individually tested. And yes there are moments especially toward the end that just about breaks my heart and I honestly couldn't stop the tears flowing in certain moments. I did like the turn that Jake had to be the strong one of the two. Over the years, Miranda is the one that has been his strength, his rock and has kept him from going insane. But we get a turn of events, where Miranda needs Jake more than ever, and despite how he feels he is forced to put it all aside to be what his wife needs him to be----a rock for her to lean on through the storm.
Every time I touch you, it's because I honor you and need you and adore you and love you more than my own life
This is a story for any romance lover, it doesn't matter if you like historical romance or not---this is a MUST READ for any reader!!
The Cover
What a beautiful cover!!! Sourcebooks has done a brilliant job with this cover and it relates with the book so well. I love how they made these two look more mature but not OLD. I love the backdrop with the sunset, and the pose on the grass. I love her yellow dress (which she wears one in the book)
Overall View
Love's Sweet Revenge is a tale that continues an epic love that is tested in bittersweet ways---a story that will entangle you through every emotion and make you fall in love like it was for the first time!! A love story that is epic and heart-stopping good!! TAKES YOUR BREATH AWAY!
Books N' Tunes
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
The Outlaw Hearts saga continues from Outlaw Hearts, Do Not Forsake Me, Sweet Love's Revenge to the final installment The Last Outlaw. Jake Harkner is in his sixties but still in his prime. His wife and lover, Miranda or "Randy", is ten years younger. Jake and Randy are surrounded by their children, and grandchildren in the hills of Colorado. It has been less than a year since the ending of Sweet Love's Revenge, and the trauma that was dealt their family, including the attack, kidnapping and violation that Randy suffered at the hands of their enemies. And still, Randy hasn't recovered back to her normal vibrant self and Jake is getting really worried about her health. She is barely skin and bones, clinging to him at every moment. For the longest time Jake has had to rely on Randy for her strength, love and support. Now Jake has had to be Randy's strength. Jake is still haunted by his past especially in the early events of his life.
As Jake and Randy learn to cope with recent events, and right when they think they have finally come to terms and enjoying the life they have fought so hard for. Jake will be asked to go on a mission, a mission to save an innocent girl's life, but a mission that could mean Jake being separated from his family forever.
In the Last Outlaw I was completely drawn into this story and captivated by one of my all time favorite couples, and to be frank, if I had to choose one couple I adore the most it would be these two. Jake and Miranda have gone through so much together but what always gets to me about them is seeing how devoted they are to each other. In the Last Outlaw, however, the focus of the story is Jake and his past. We see what he is suffering, and that he has to face his past in this book. We see how much he values family, however, he has some self-worth issues---actually some major ones. However, we see that despite how he feels about his past and himself, the steadiness of his family's devotion is what gives him strength when he needs it the most.
Miranda is struggling with a recent trauma and we see the effects of PTSD. For those who have read Love's Sweet Revenge, know exactly what Randy suffered and in this book, we see the after effects of that trauma. In the first half of the story, we see how this trauma has changed her. Randy in the previous books, is spirited and compassionate and independent and very strong willed. But we see how this changes her from strong willed to depending on Jake completely, barely eating anything, and keeping her fears secret. She clings to him and can't bear to be without him for any period of time. What I truly admired though, was seeing that even though Jake was helpless, not having any clue on how to help Randy, he never gives up on her. He is one hundred percent steady for her, patient and understanding but firm. This part of the story was quite heartbreaking at times. Mostly because of Randy, is such a strong character and one of my favorite heroines. To see her struggling so much just about breaks your heart. Especially when you know who she really is, and that she is trying to work through the trauma but it has changed her. But it does happen, and eventually, she returns to her normal self, but I did respect that Bittner chose this path for Miranda. Mostly because it shows the effects of trauma's and how much it helps to have strong support from family and friends.
We get plenty of fun times with the Harkner family, and I loved seeing their family grow. We see such strong relationships that Jake and Randy have with their children and their grandchildren and the men and women they work with on their huge ranch. This is part of what makes this series so wonderful, is seeing that Jake and Randy are at the center of this great family. And the ways that they stick together during the hardest of times. The last part of the book especially, we see the importance of these family bonds since it gets them through one of the hardest challenges they will ever face.
The romance between Jake and Miranda is just as fabulous as many of the other books in the series, but we see something change between them. There is a depth between them here, as they face the torments of the past and learn to rely on each other. We also see how strong they are even when they apart from each other. As the last official installment of this brilliant love saga, it met with every expectation, it surpassed in emotion, drive, and elements. It's a story that will make you cry, make your heart and soul bleed, but will also give back joy and humor. A story that felt real and alive---- A BRILLIANT ROMANCE FROM A PURE TALENT OF ROSANNE BITTNER!!
The Outlaw Hearts saga continues from Outlaw Hearts, Do Not Forsake Me, Sweet Love's Revenge to the final installment The Last Outlaw. Jake Harkner is in his sixties but still in his prime. His wife and lover, Miranda or "Randy", is ten years younger. Jake and Randy are surrounded by their children, and grandchildren in the hills of Colorado. It has been less than a year since the ending of Sweet Love's Revenge, and the trauma that was dealt their family, including the attack, kidnapping and violation that Randy suffered at the hands of their enemies. And still, Randy hasn't recovered back to her normal vibrant self and Jake is getting really worried about her health. She is barely skin and bones, clinging to him at every moment. For the longest time Jake has had to rely on Randy for her strength, love and support. Now Jake has had to be Randy's strength. Jake is still haunted by his past especially in the early events of his life.
Ever since he'd found and fallen in love with this woman, he'd always had her to lean on, to keep him from the abyss of blackness that beckoned. Tough and able as he seemed to others, she was his strength. And now that strength was gone. The tables had turned and he had to be strong for her. "Randy, when you figure out what more I can do, or what it is that will help you get better, you tell me. Don't ever be afraid to tell me--anything--all right? You know I've seen it all and done it all and nothing surprises me. And I love you, I'll do whatever it takes."
As Jake and Randy learn to cope with recent events, and right when they think they have finally come to terms and enjoying the life they have fought so hard for. Jake will be asked to go on a mission, a mission to save an innocent girl's life, but a mission that could mean Jake being separated from his family forever.
In the Last Outlaw I was completely drawn into this story and captivated by one of my all time favorite couples, and to be frank, if I had to choose one couple I adore the most it would be these two. Jake and Miranda have gone through so much together but what always gets to me about them is seeing how devoted they are to each other. In the Last Outlaw, however, the focus of the story is Jake and his past. We see what he is suffering, and that he has to face his past in this book. We see how much he values family, however, he has some self-worth issues---actually some major ones. However, we see that despite how he feels about his past and himself, the steadiness of his family's devotion is what gives him strength when he needs it the most.
Miranda is struggling with a recent trauma and we see the effects of PTSD. For those who have read Love's Sweet Revenge, know exactly what Randy suffered and in this book, we see the after effects of that trauma. In the first half of the story, we see how this trauma has changed her. Randy in the previous books, is spirited and compassionate and independent and very strong willed. But we see how this changes her from strong willed to depending on Jake completely, barely eating anything, and keeping her fears secret. She clings to him and can't bear to be without him for any period of time. What I truly admired though, was seeing that even though Jake was helpless, not having any clue on how to help Randy, he never gives up on her. He is one hundred percent steady for her, patient and understanding but firm. This part of the story was quite heartbreaking at times. Mostly because of Randy, is such a strong character and one of my favorite heroines. To see her struggling so much just about breaks your heart. Especially when you know who she really is, and that she is trying to work through the trauma but it has changed her. But it does happen, and eventually, she returns to her normal self, but I did respect that Bittner chose this path for Miranda. Mostly because it shows the effects of trauma's and how much it helps to have strong support from family and friends.
"Who do you belong to?"
"Jake Harkner."
"Every damn inch of you, plus your heart and your soul. I have you back and I don't want to lose you again."
We get plenty of fun times with the Harkner family, and I loved seeing their family grow. We see such strong relationships that Jake and Randy have with their children and their grandchildren and the men and women they work with on their huge ranch. This is part of what makes this series so wonderful, is seeing that Jake and Randy are at the center of this great family. And the ways that they stick together during the hardest of times. The last part of the book especially, we see the importance of these family bonds since it gets them through one of the hardest challenges they will ever face.
The romance between Jake and Miranda is just as fabulous as many of the other books in the series, but we see something change between them. There is a depth between them here, as they face the torments of the past and learn to rely on each other. We also see how strong they are even when they apart from each other. As the last official installment of this brilliant love saga, it met with every expectation, it surpassed in emotion, drive, and elements. It's a story that will make you cry, make your heart and soul bleed, but will also give back joy and humor. A story that felt real and alive---- A BRILLIANT ROMANCE FROM A PURE TALENT OF ROSANNE BITTNER!!
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
In His Corner is a debut novel by Vina Arno. I had this book sitting on my kindle for quite a long time, ever since it was first published because I can never resist a fighter romance and this story really surprised me in how easily I was drawn into the story. In His Corner, is a story that deals with some certain real life issues and I appreciated an author that handled this so very well. We have our heroine, who is a doctor that works in trauma and the ER. Siena was not your average heroine that you find in this fighter themed romance. She grew up spoiled, her family had plenty of money, and she had high standards to say the least. She always had relationships with the most elite of docotors. But in Siena's defense, she doesn't realize that she does it. Then she meets a patient she treats, a MMA fighter, who is one of the top and going PRO. There is some powerful sizzling chemistry that occurs between them. Our hero, Tommy, is drawn to Siena. He of course, needs to focus on his career as a PRO fighter. And he hasn't had sex in almost a year. But there is something more to Siena that he is drawn to.
I really loved this book, and even though there were moments that the heroine really drove me crazy. We also see some strong character growth in her. We see a woman that learns to be more understanding and accepting especially of the man she loves. I loved seeing Siena's journey, and the way the Tommy stands up to her and makes her realize some important truths about herself, that she doesn't even see until he points them out to her. Tommy however, is the type of alpha male you want in real life. He isn't domineering or controlling. He actually has a kind heart, but doesn't mind a good fight and has way too much energy. He has such a relaxed and easy going personality, that just draws you in. Their road isn't a smooth ride, they have some bumps, but you also see how much they are connected.
In His Corner is a story of reality and human values and the growth and strength of relationships. A vibrant and emotionally in tuned romance!
In His Corner is a debut novel by Vina Arno. I had this book sitting on my kindle for quite a long time, ever since it was first published because I can never resist a fighter romance and this story really surprised me in how easily I was drawn into the story. In His Corner, is a story that deals with some certain real life issues and I appreciated an author that handled this so very well. We have our heroine, who is a doctor that works in trauma and the ER. Siena was not your average heroine that you find in this fighter themed romance. She grew up spoiled, her family had plenty of money, and she had high standards to say the least. She always had relationships with the most elite of docotors. But in Siena's defense, she doesn't realize that she does it. Then she meets a patient she treats, a MMA fighter, who is one of the top and going PRO. There is some powerful sizzling chemistry that occurs between them. Our hero, Tommy, is drawn to Siena. He of course, needs to focus on his career as a PRO fighter. And he hasn't had sex in almost a year. But there is something more to Siena that he is drawn to.
She was around five-foot-three and probably weighed 110 pounds. He could bench-press two of her. It would be nice to “power lift” her onto his bed
I really loved this book, and even though there were moments that the heroine really drove me crazy. We also see some strong character growth in her. We see a woman that learns to be more understanding and accepting especially of the man she loves. I loved seeing Siena's journey, and the way the Tommy stands up to her and makes her realize some important truths about herself, that she doesn't even see until he points them out to her. Tommy however, is the type of alpha male you want in real life. He isn't domineering or controlling. He actually has a kind heart, but doesn't mind a good fight and has way too much energy. He has such a relaxed and easy going personality, that just draws you in. Their road isn't a smooth ride, they have some bumps, but you also see how much they are connected.
In His Corner is a story of reality and human values and the growth and strength of relationships. A vibrant and emotionally in tuned romance!
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Just Another Viscount In Love is a short and sweet romance that made me smile and left me feeling fully satisfied and so joyful. This was a shorter book, so obviously it did have the normal a bit rushed feel to it as all novellas tend to feel like. But quite honestly, it totally worked for this story and this couple. I haven't had a chance to read the previous three books in the series, but I was definitely more than fine reading this one as a stand alone.
The story set off when our heroine, Gemma Desmond has gone to the country with her aunt to escape a scandal that her father created who is rumored to be a thief and who kept her prisoner for a time. Gemma is looking for some peace and quiet away from town and society. While attempting to clean a stain from her gown, she is caught tickling a fish by a stranger, a man who is compelling and kind. She soon learns that he is none other than Samuel Wortham, the Viscount Ellery. When he invites her and her aunt to his estate for a country house party, a big part of her wants to say no because she doesn't want to taint Samuel with the scandal she is hunted by. But Samuel isn't shy, and he wants Gemma for his own. He knows that there is something more to Gemma, he sees a kind and gentle young woman who is being haunted by something or someone.
This romance was beyond tender and sweet and I was definitely in the mood for it, and it definitely worked for me in every way. There is one conflict of course but it's not a major part of the story. I really enjoyed seeing these two come together, they are surrounded by family members that have found love and encourage a love match. Which was quite refreshing especially in a regency. There was such a soft and poignant tone to this book that I just craved towards and couldn't get enough. And left me wanting to try the other books in the series and SOON.
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Just Another Viscount In Love is a short and sweet romance that made me smile and left me feeling fully satisfied and so joyful. This was a shorter book, so obviously it did have the normal a bit rushed feel to it as all novellas tend to feel like. But quite honestly, it totally worked for this story and this couple. I haven't had a chance to read the previous three books in the series, but I was definitely more than fine reading this one as a stand alone.
The story set off when our heroine, Gemma Desmond has gone to the country with her aunt to escape a scandal that her father created who is rumored to be a thief and who kept her prisoner for a time. Gemma is looking for some peace and quiet away from town and society. While attempting to clean a stain from her gown, she is caught tickling a fish by a stranger, a man who is compelling and kind. She soon learns that he is none other than Samuel Wortham, the Viscount Ellery. When he invites her and her aunt to his estate for a country house party, a big part of her wants to say no because she doesn't want to taint Samuel with the scandal she is hunted by. But Samuel isn't shy, and he wants Gemma for his own. He knows that there is something more to Gemma, he sees a kind and gentle young woman who is being haunted by something or someone.
This romance was beyond tender and sweet and I was definitely in the mood for it, and it definitely worked for me in every way. There is one conflict of course but it's not a major part of the story. I really enjoyed seeing these two come together, they are surrounded by family members that have found love and encourage a love match. Which was quite refreshing especially in a regency. There was such a soft and poignant tone to this book that I just craved towards and couldn't get enough. And left me wanting to try the other books in the series and SOON.
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This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Hunger is the second book in the newest vampire series by Frank. Now every book I have read from this author has been pretty wonderful, and Hunger was no different, I absolutely fell in love with this book and these "Energy vampires". In Hunger we have a story where both our hero and our heroine wake up having been drugged, kidnapped and naked and forced in the same room together. Halo, our hero of the story, is one of the strongest of their kind. He is an energy vampire, he is trapped in a room with a beautiful and spirited human female whose blood has been tainted and is forbidden for him and he has two choices: Find a way to escape and figure out why he has been taken prisoner or feed on Felice and break one of the most supreme laws of their people. Halo is a man of honor, he may enjoy feeding, but he also upholds the laws of their people. Halo finds that he is drawn to Felice. There is something unique about her, and he needs to figure out why she was picked to be stuck in a room with him. Little chance that its just coincidence. Felice has no clue about energy vampires, but she soon learns of their world and Halo's place in it. Felice has had to deal with a stalker ex boyfriend, move to a new state and make a new life for herself and now she is drawn into a world of the supernatural and where there is danger around the corner.
Hunger was a fabulous story that I didn't want to set aside, I was drawn to these characters and seeing the way they fight their way out of their predicament and the interesting way they end up falling for each other. Halo and Felice are from two different worlds. Felice is a young woman that is a fighter, but she doesn't have a mean bone in her body. She is philosophical at times, she looks at life with a "glass half full", she tends to be a positive thinker. Where our hero is a badass fighter, bad boy to the extreme, one of the strongest and most elite of his kind and doesn't have serious relationships with women, especially not intimate ones. I found the dynamics of their relationship fascinating. Seeing how different they are from each other, and the way they balance each other out. I just loved that, while I was reading this story, the whole Chinese term "yin-yang" kept running through my mind. Because Halo and Felice definitely fit the bill for that. They are so different in so many ways, but they also compliment each other in the right ways.
This world that Jacquelyn Frank has created swept me up pretty quickly in the story, and I was so intrigued by this idea of Energy Vampires. Basically these type of vampires feed off the energy of humans, but only humans that are sweet and clean and healthy. It was a bit different from the regular vampire idea, but still very close to the idea. Only there is no holy water, no mirrors or any myths like that. So I found the world building in this story quite refreshing for a vampire read. I always love it when an author gets a bit creative but still stays true a bit to the actual myths. And I wasn't surprised with how this author handled this story and the world building that takes place. She does like to write those unique paranormal romances that keeps you on edge and she definitely succeeded. Now I know that I need to go pick up Thirst (the first book) because I was so intrigued by Rafe and need to read his book.
Overall Hunger is a romance that you don't want to miss out on if you love plenty of danger, intrigue, a sexy vampire, a fighting heroine and a love story that wins your heart!
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Hunger is the second book in the newest vampire series by Frank. Now every book I have read from this author has been pretty wonderful, and Hunger was no different, I absolutely fell in love with this book and these "Energy vampires". In Hunger we have a story where both our hero and our heroine wake up having been drugged, kidnapped and naked and forced in the same room together. Halo, our hero of the story, is one of the strongest of their kind. He is an energy vampire, he is trapped in a room with a beautiful and spirited human female whose blood has been tainted and is forbidden for him and he has two choices: Find a way to escape and figure out why he has been taken prisoner or feed on Felice and break one of the most supreme laws of their people. Halo is a man of honor, he may enjoy feeding, but he also upholds the laws of their people. Halo finds that he is drawn to Felice. There is something unique about her, and he needs to figure out why she was picked to be stuck in a room with him. Little chance that its just coincidence. Felice has no clue about energy vampires, but she soon learns of their world and Halo's place in it. Felice has had to deal with a stalker ex boyfriend, move to a new state and make a new life for herself and now she is drawn into a world of the supernatural and where there is danger around the corner.
Hunger was a fabulous story that I didn't want to set aside, I was drawn to these characters and seeing the way they fight their way out of their predicament and the interesting way they end up falling for each other. Halo and Felice are from two different worlds. Felice is a young woman that is a fighter, but she doesn't have a mean bone in her body. She is philosophical at times, she looks at life with a "glass half full", she tends to be a positive thinker. Where our hero is a badass fighter, bad boy to the extreme, one of the strongest and most elite of his kind and doesn't have serious relationships with women, especially not intimate ones. I found the dynamics of their relationship fascinating. Seeing how different they are from each other, and the way they balance each other out. I just loved that, while I was reading this story, the whole Chinese term "yin-yang" kept running through my mind. Because Halo and Felice definitely fit the bill for that. They are so different in so many ways, but they also compliment each other in the right ways.
This world that Jacquelyn Frank has created swept me up pretty quickly in the story, and I was so intrigued by this idea of Energy Vampires. Basically these type of vampires feed off the energy of humans, but only humans that are sweet and clean and healthy. It was a bit different from the regular vampire idea, but still very close to the idea. Only there is no holy water, no mirrors or any myths like that. So I found the world building in this story quite refreshing for a vampire read. I always love it when an author gets a bit creative but still stays true a bit to the actual myths. And I wasn't surprised with how this author handled this story and the world building that takes place. She does like to write those unique paranormal romances that keeps you on edge and she definitely succeeded. Now I know that I need to go pick up Thirst (the first book) because I was so intrigued by Rafe and need to read his book.
Overall Hunger is a romance that you don't want to miss out on if you love plenty of danger, intrigue, a sexy vampire, a fighting heroine and a love story that wins your heart!
What do you think about Jacquelyn Frank's writing? Have you read her before? Do you enjoy her style?
Have you read this series? What do you think of the idea of "Energy Vampires"?
What are some of your favorite vampire romances?
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