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Another small cute story of this wonderful world that Dixon has given us!!
Ever since I started reading this series, I fell in love with SEAL team 16 and all of their friends. As I have read each book in the series, I have grown to love each character, and I do love seeing my favorites in the latter books as well. This ARC was given to me through Edelweiss and Random House. This book was a easy to get into read, especially if you have read the previous books in the series (which I would recommend in this book, or you might get a bit lost). For those of you who have read some or all of the other books in the series....this e book will curl your toes in anticipation. We see quite a few of our favorite characters such as Jules, Sam, Alyssa, Robin, Max and Gina and quite a few of the others on SEAL team 16 as well as Tom Poletti. Headed For Trouble is a compilation of different novella's that have been written in the past by Brockmann, but are neatly put together in this book. I was thrilled to see short stories of a few of my favorite characters such as Sam and Alyssa that really got my blood pumping with so much drama and suspense. There was also such a variety of what was combined with this book, not only were there quite a few novellas, there was interviews done by some favoured couples by Suzanne Brockmann (which I found to be very uniquely done, and at first I had my doubts, but I truly enjoyed read those--Probably one of my favorite aspects of the book :) There was also such a emotional intensity throughout the variety of each short story as well that seemed to be so vividly portrayed, it instantly grabs your attention and takes you along for the ride. An irristiable addition to a suspense filled and passion grabber series by the queen of Romantic Suspense. BREATHTAKING!! Plus I can never resist such a HOT cover----pure deliciousness!!
This review was originally posted on Addicted To RomanceI received this book for free from Carina Press in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Healer's Need is the second book of the latest series by Rhenna Morgan...Ancient Ink. The first book "Guardian's Bond" was spectacular and I was so thrilled to my toes excited when I received the ARC of Healer's Need. Rhenna Morgan is one of those authors that I adore and I always get a kick out of her writings. Her books always seem to be so easy to connect with and Healer's Need was everything I expected and more. It continues the series and the plot that Guardian's Bond left us with. I will say that this book I read WAY too quickly. Its one of those type of books you literally read too fast and regret and makes you want to re read it again because you breezed ways too fast through and these are the books that I remember the most. And I have a feeling this book will stay with me for a long while.
Our tale begins with Tate Allen who works at the Tattoo Parlor and has a coyote as his companion. He knows that Elise is his mate, but is being patient. Wanting to give her time and to learn her but its now past time that he make his desires known to her and win her heart. He knows that it won't be easy, that she is gentle and kind hearted and will need time to accept their bond, but he is willing to wait as long as it takes to win her heart and trust. Elise is new to this world and the risks and beauty of the knowledge that she has learned. She knows that she will be learning new things and it frightens her at times. But she also knows that this is an opportunity for a change, to let the past go and her shy character and become more. She wants something different for herself and she never expected that Tate would want her like he does or that she would find her true gift and calling as a destiny of one of the most powerful healers.
At first Elise doesn't know what to make of her new destiny or the man that will become her mate, all she knows how much feeling he brings out in her and this new taste of freedom and excitement. She knows that there is a dangerous enemy out there, but she also is learning to rely on her instincts. At first she is very curious about Tate and what she feels for him. It frightens her in a way but also excites her. He brings out emotions and a physical reaction she isn't used to but she embraces every new experience. Tate is very powerful in his own right, and isn't afraid of going after what he wants which is Elise in every way. But he also understands her and is honest with her about his desires. But there is a dangerous enemy that wants to destroy them but Elise and Tate working together will find their own power and security within the clan.
This was such a edge of your seat type of read, and I had a blast with this book. Such a page turner...my goodness...I have a love hate relationship with Rhenna Morgan because seriously I read her books way too quickly hehe I love her so but dang it I wanted to just enjoy the moment...but no I pick this book up and two hours later, I am done fully satisfied but still wanting the moments to last longer.
So this book is a fated mates romance, so this might not work for everyone. However, I love a well written fated mates and Morgan really writes this so well so that it slowly builds and doesn't have that too rushed in love feel to it. It really is written in such a way that the flow is smooth and flawless and we see the slow build in emotion and chemistry between this pair. Now I would like to warn you ...the sex is HOT!! I always forget how steamy her scenes can be. But I love it at the same time because these scenes really build on the intimacy between her couples and I felt it really integrated between Tate and Elise.
The plot of the story really escalates from the previous book, and the twists and a few surprises along the way that we see are quite thrilling. I loved how on edge this book put me and I never wanted it to end. We see the plot build up to its climax and its pretty powerful. Elise's character really surprised me the most in this book. She has that silent strength that we don't see to much in this genre. I loved the way she grows within herself, learning and challenging herself but also never losing that gentle and kind part of her personality. Of course, she is a powerful healer, so it makes sense but I loved the way she becomes more confident and sure of herself and proactive when you least expect it.
Overall I found that Healer's Need was unexpectedly divine in its small touches and beauty of emotion and vibrancy of passion. Its a story that captures your full attention, guaranteed to stun your senses and evoke all the feels that only this author delivers!! PACKS A SENSUAL PUNCH OF POWER, GROWTH AND DESTINY!
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Healer's Need is the second book of the latest series by Rhenna Morgan...Ancient Ink. The first book "Guardian's Bond" was spectacular and I was so thrilled to my toes excited when I received the ARC of Healer's Need. Rhenna Morgan is one of those authors that I adore and I always get a kick out of her writings. Her books always seem to be so easy to connect with and Healer's Need was everything I expected and more. It continues the series and the plot that Guardian's Bond left us with. I will say that this book I read WAY too quickly. Its one of those type of books you literally read too fast and regret and makes you want to re read it again because you breezed ways too fast through and these are the books that I remember the most. And I have a feeling this book will stay with me for a long while.
Our tale begins with Tate Allen who works at the Tattoo Parlor and has a coyote as his companion. He knows that Elise is his mate, but is being patient. Wanting to give her time and to learn her but its now past time that he make his desires known to her and win her heart. He knows that it won't be easy, that she is gentle and kind hearted and will need time to accept their bond, but he is willing to wait as long as it takes to win her heart and trust. Elise is new to this world and the risks and beauty of the knowledge that she has learned. She knows that she will be learning new things and it frightens her at times. But she also knows that this is an opportunity for a change, to let the past go and her shy character and become more. She wants something different for herself and she never expected that Tate would want her like he does or that she would find her true gift and calling as a destiny of one of the most powerful healers.
At first Elise doesn't know what to make of her new destiny or the man that will become her mate, all she knows how much feeling he brings out in her and this new taste of freedom and excitement. She knows that there is a dangerous enemy out there, but she also is learning to rely on her instincts. At first she is very curious about Tate and what she feels for him. It frightens her in a way but also excites her. He brings out emotions and a physical reaction she isn't used to but she embraces every new experience. Tate is very powerful in his own right, and isn't afraid of going after what he wants which is Elise in every way. But he also understands her and is honest with her about his desires. But there is a dangerous enemy that wants to destroy them but Elise and Tate working together will find their own power and security within the clan.
This was such a edge of your seat type of read, and I had a blast with this book. Such a page turner...my goodness...I have a love hate relationship with Rhenna Morgan because seriously I read her books way too quickly hehe I love her so but dang it I wanted to just enjoy the moment...but no I pick this book up and two hours later, I am done fully satisfied but still wanting the moments to last longer.
So this book is a fated mates romance, so this might not work for everyone. However, I love a well written fated mates and Morgan really writes this so well so that it slowly builds and doesn't have that too rushed in love feel to it. It really is written in such a way that the flow is smooth and flawless and we see the slow build in emotion and chemistry between this pair. Now I would like to warn you ...the sex is HOT!! I always forget how steamy her scenes can be. But I love it at the same time because these scenes really build on the intimacy between her couples and I felt it really integrated between Tate and Elise.
Only wisdom learned through time allows us to change our responses. The pain of the past is what makes us who we are.
The plot of the story really escalates from the previous book, and the twists and a few surprises along the way that we see are quite thrilling. I loved how on edge this book put me and I never wanted it to end. We see the plot build up to its climax and its pretty powerful. Elise's character really surprised me the most in this book. She has that silent strength that we don't see to much in this genre. I loved the way she grows within herself, learning and challenging herself but also never losing that gentle and kind part of her personality. Of course, she is a powerful healer, so it makes sense but I loved the way she becomes more confident and sure of herself and proactive when you least expect it.
Overall I found that Healer's Need was unexpectedly divine in its small touches and beauty of emotion and vibrancy of passion. Its a story that captures your full attention, guaranteed to stun your senses and evoke all the feels that only this author delivers!! PACKS A SENSUAL PUNCH OF POWER, GROWTH AND DESTINY!
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So when I first saw the cover of The Healer....I was WOWZED!! I just want to look at that back all day...very yummy. I love my highlander romances, and when I was able to get a chance to read this, I was super excited to try this author out. Allison Butler is new to the writers world, and this is her second book. I have yet to read the first, but definitely that is in the plans in the near future. The Healer is a powerful and riveting story that had me from the beginning. Laird William has lost most of his family and has blamed all the 'healers' for it. He only has one surviving brother, who is injured, when he meets Lynelle, he watches her every move as she starts to care for his brother. She agrees to live in his home for a time, to aide his brother in return for her step brothers freedom. But chemistry begins to burst between these two, and before long they share a tender passion that develops into a sweet love for each other. This story had me from the beginning, and even though it is a shorter book, it didn't feel like it was too rushed like short romances tend to be most of the time. The author did a great job with the pacing of the story and well developed characters. The setting was fabulous, and it was obvious that the author had done her homework as the details was pretty accurate in a historical point of view. I loved seeing a bit of history come to life within these pages. A phenomenal read that completely captivated me!! STUNNING ROMANCE!!
Dufleur is determined to win her father's good name back, Once she lost her father it seemed as if she lost a part of herself but now experimenting with time, which is her flair, she doesn't plan on Saille T'Willow to ruin everything or to give in to being his heart mate. Saille, knows who his heart mate is, Dufleur, and he knows it won't be easy to win her over especially after what his grandmother did to her family. However now that he is head of his family now, he plans on making changes, positive ones, and he hopes to reverse as much damage as he can including the damage against his heartmate, with the hope that she may love him and accept him and trust in him...Heart Dance was a fantastic read, and its been a while since I have read a science fiction fantasy romance, but when I discovered this series, I just knew I had to try it out. Heart Dance is the sixth installment and even though its in the middle of the series I didn't feel lost or anything, Owens portrayed this world that she created very well, with vivid description that it almost felt like I was there. The only problem I had with Heart Dance would be that the flow seemed choppy at times, so I think if it had just run a bit more smoothly, that it would have been have a fantastic read. Overall it was still a wonderful read with enough conflict, romance, magic and a powerful story that will just leave you wanting for more.
Leah was once treated in horrid ways by the Fae, and managed to escape and made a life for herself in medieval Scotland. Even though she is from a more modern era, she has grown accustomed to life in Scotland, in the 1300's. When her adopted grandparents find themselves in trouble, Leah is determined to save them. When their son betrays them, and takes over their home and clan, and about to force Leah to marry a stranger, she escapes. She heads north, to a clan, that are kin to her grandmother, and are the only ones that can help them. On her way, she slips in a river, and is saved by a highlander, who protects her and takes her to his home. When they are followed by English knights and soldiers, they have no choice but to go under a false pretense of being married. Before they realize it, they will have to go through a real wedding, to make the soldiers believe their feelings are true. Andrew, has suffered a most painful injury, and is searching for anything that will aid in his pain that he suffers every moment. When he finds the truth about Leah, he realizes that she is his salvation....but sometimes love gets in the way of intentions and can change the course of fate...
Healing the Highlander is a fantastic addition to the Daughters of the Glen series that Mayhue has created for us. This does have a bit of time travel aspect, but we don't really see it, since it happens before the book begins, so its pure guess on what happens to Leah when she is younger, or maybe its revealed in a earlier book I have yet to read. The story starts off with Leah's life taking a turn for the worse and she is forced to flee her home to aid in the safety of her grandparents. Leah is a very strong willed character, and is willing to do whatever it takes to save the people she holds most dear. Then she ends up being a "damsel in distress" and a highland warrior saves the day. Drew, doesn't believe himself to be worthy of a wife or a family due to his injury. He has to work hard every day to make sure he isn't a invalid from his leg injury. These two definitely need each other, but in a variety of ways. It starts out very simple, the hero saving the heroine's life and they just go their merry way right? Wrong....the reader is thrust into a plot that is packed with twists that creates conflict against conflict, but only draws the reader fully into the story even more. The characters are such fun and I enjoyed seeing this couple together, and how they complimented each other. Each had their secrets, strengths and weaknesses, and toward the end you see how wonderful they are for each other. Reading this definitely made me want to read the rest of the series that I have yet to get my hands on.
Overall a romance that takes you back in time where history and magic prevail, where a conflict threatens to destroy all, and a passion that turns into a journey of love and adventure. A sweeping tale of love and magic!! PURE MAGIC!!
Healing the Highlander is a fantastic addition to the Daughters of the Glen series that Mayhue has created for us. This does have a bit of time travel aspect, but we don't really see it, since it happens before the book begins, so its pure guess on what happens to Leah when she is younger, or maybe its revealed in a earlier book I have yet to read. The story starts off with Leah's life taking a turn for the worse and she is forced to flee her home to aid in the safety of her grandparents. Leah is a very strong willed character, and is willing to do whatever it takes to save the people she holds most dear. Then she ends up being a "damsel in distress" and a highland warrior saves the day. Drew, doesn't believe himself to be worthy of a wife or a family due to his injury. He has to work hard every day to make sure he isn't a invalid from his leg injury. These two definitely need each other, but in a variety of ways. It starts out very simple, the hero saving the heroine's life and they just go their merry way right? Wrong....the reader is thrust into a plot that is packed with twists that creates conflict against conflict, but only draws the reader fully into the story even more. The characters are such fun and I enjoyed seeing this couple together, and how they complimented each other. Each had their secrets, strengths and weaknesses, and toward the end you see how wonderful they are for each other. Reading this definitely made me want to read the rest of the series that I have yet to get my hands on.
Overall a romance that takes you back in time where history and magic prevail, where a conflict threatens to destroy all, and a passion that turns into a journey of love and adventure. A sweeping tale of love and magic!! PURE MAGIC!!
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Reese Theron is being blackmailed, and having to fight on the wrong side in hopes that he can find a way to make things right for himself. But when he is injured, he is healed by Galena Shantos, a woman who he has always cared for but has never had the opportunity to puruse because of who she is. He broke his ties to his best friend and the leader of his people because his half brother is the leader of the rebels. Reese knows that his life is forfeit once he is taken captive by Eryx and Ramsay. He knows that the moment he leaves the protective cell that is hindering his powers, his brother will kill him through the mental bond. But he is also a traitor and will be killed by his closest friends. There is onyl one person that still believes there is good in him, Galena. Galena knows that not everything is as it seems with Reese. She feels a connection to him...a bond she has never experienced before and she will fight for Reese even if that means going against her family.
What a AMAZING read this was!! One of the best fantasy romance themed stories I have read in a long time. I just couldn't get enough, and the moment I sat down to read I was just consumed by this one and WOW....this author is on my favorite author list now. And I can't wait to get the first book because really I loved Eryx and Lexi---they were so cute together. Lexi plays a huge role in this story because she is close to Galena, she was raised in the mortal human world, so she is spirited, flirt and fun. I loved how carefree she is and she really helps the "He man" mentality that surrounds Lexi and Galena and helps tone down the alpha male tendencies.
This is quite an epic romance in some unique ways. I really found this story so enchanting and compelling and I was cheering for these two because they really have to struggle over some hurdles before they get their HEA. The biggest struggle in my thinking, is her family. She has a close bond to her brothers Eryx and Ramsay.
So you can imagine how hard it must be for her to decide over love and family. It really tests her, but she realizes pretty quickly how important it is to stand by the man she loves and she is solid in every way that matters. I really couldn't contain my excitement while I was reading this one. What I found most unique was the magical elements, I loved seeing how different it was from other Fantasy romances I have read. The author does a great job with doing great world building and even though this is the second book in the series I didn't feel lost. It weaves the reader gradually in with each chapter, and you see more and more of this world step by step which I loved. Even though I really would love to read the first book due to the sweet and easy going relationship that Lexi and Eryx.
The romance that builds between Galena and Reese was heart throbbing in every way. It is compelling and vibrant and from the beginning you see their strong connection...this bond is slowly building but its strong from the beginning. We see how they are both tested and how it strengths what they have together. I found this to be a story I couldn't put down. I would recommend reading this when you have plenty of time to read it without any interruptions because you won't want to be disturbed while reading it. I loved the details that is put into this story and it really makes the story come alive. This is a story that I would recommend to anyone that love a splendid romance that will captive your heart!!
This is one of those covers that would make you pick it up just because of the imagery shown. I have such a weakness for muscular backs...and boy this model is mouth watering delicious.
Healing Eden is a vibrant and nail biting intense romance that is riveting and sensual!!! A STIMULATING PAGE TURNER!!
Summary
Reese Theron is being blackmailed, and having to fight on the wrong side in hopes that he can find a way to make things right for himself. But when he is injured, he is healed by Galena Shantos, a woman who he has always cared for but has never had the opportunity to puruse because of who she is. He broke his ties to his best friend and the leader of his people because his half brother is the leader of the rebels. Reese knows that his life is forfeit once he is taken captive by Eryx and Ramsay. He knows that the moment he leaves the protective cell that is hindering his powers, his brother will kill him through the mental bond. But he is also a traitor and will be killed by his closest friends. There is onyl one person that still believes there is good in him, Galena. Galena knows that not everything is as it seems with Reese. She feels a connection to him...a bond she has never experienced before and she will fight for Reese even if that means going against her family.
Plot and Story Line
What a AMAZING read this was!! One of the best fantasy romance themed stories I have read in a long time. I just couldn't get enough, and the moment I sat down to read I was just consumed by this one and WOW....this author is on my favorite author list now. And I can't wait to get the first book because really I loved Eryx and Lexi---they were so cute together. Lexi plays a huge role in this story because she is close to Galena, she was raised in the mortal human world, so she is spirited, flirt and fun. I loved how carefree she is and she really helps the "He man" mentality that surrounds Lexi and Galena and helps tone down the alpha male tendencies.
This is quite an epic romance in some unique ways. I really found this story so enchanting and compelling and I was cheering for these two because they really have to struggle over some hurdles before they get their HEA. The biggest struggle in my thinking, is her family. She has a close bond to her brothers Eryx and Ramsay.
"Remember Ramsay, Not all battles are fought with weapons. The heart is a valiant weapon for those brave enough to wield it"
So you can imagine how hard it must be for her to decide over love and family. It really tests her, but she realizes pretty quickly how important it is to stand by the man she loves and she is solid in every way that matters. I really couldn't contain my excitement while I was reading this one. What I found most unique was the magical elements, I loved seeing how different it was from other Fantasy romances I have read. The author does a great job with doing great world building and even though this is the second book in the series I didn't feel lost. It weaves the reader gradually in with each chapter, and you see more and more of this world step by step which I loved. Even though I really would love to read the first book due to the sweet and easy going relationship that Lexi and Eryx.
The romance that builds between Galena and Reese was heart throbbing in every way. It is compelling and vibrant and from the beginning you see their strong connection...this bond is slowly building but its strong from the beginning. We see how they are both tested and how it strengths what they have together. I found this to be a story I couldn't put down. I would recommend reading this when you have plenty of time to read it without any interruptions because you won't want to be disturbed while reading it. I loved the details that is put into this story and it really makes the story come alive. This is a story that I would recommend to anyone that love a splendid romance that will captive your heart!!
The Cover
This is one of those covers that would make you pick it up just because of the imagery shown. I have such a weakness for muscular backs...and boy this model is mouth watering delicious.
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Healing Eden is a vibrant and nail biting intense romance that is riveting and sensual!!! A STIMULATING PAGE TURNER!!
“Reese’s heart stumbled then took off at a pounding gallop. Of all the reasons he might have rationalized to explain Galena’s visit, a personal request hadn’t been one of them.
She needed him. Not wanted, but needed. His cock stirred, and a rush of something dark and primitive swamped his reason. He shifted to ease the hard press behind his jeans, caution the only thing that kept him locked in place. Surely he’d misinterpreted things. Yesterday’s kiss had just been a gift, a sendoff from a generous woman before he met his death. Hadn’t it?
“Say something.” Galena whispered, the rasped request so vulnerable it raked inside his chest.
Maybe he hadn’t misunderstood.
She ducked her head, gripped the chair at her side for a beat, and turned away. “I should go.” Chin high, she strode toward the door.
“No.” He burst across the room with Myren speed and slammed his palm against the door to block her escape.
He caged her against the wall, her back to his front. Her ear nearly brushed his lips, her neck exposed by the long, thick braid down her back. He dragged his finger down the center of the plait. Myrens rarely bound their hair in any fashion outside of a relationship as it signaled commitment. The idea she’d come here bound to someone else rankled. “Why did you bind it?”
“The wind.” Energy bristled off her, and her stance made her seem torn between flight and surrender.
“There’s no one else?”
She peeked over one shoulder and shook her head, eyes trained on the floor.
The breath he’d been holding released and “stirred the fine hairs at her nape. He toyed with the platinum bead keeping the braid in place at the tip. “Will you let me free it?”
An innocent question for a human, but for a Myren it was intimate. A gift restricted to deeply tied lovers and mates.
She lifted her gaze, bringing her full lips close enough her breath fluttered against his face. “Please.”
His heart jolted, just the illusion of intimacy with this woman driving adrenaline through his bloodstream like a mainlined drug. He kissed her barely parted lips and groaned, imagining her soft, plump mouth stretch around his cock.
“Turn around,” he breathed against her mouth.
She shivered and turned, but kept her gaze locked to his until the last moment.
Using his mind, he warmed and loosened the platinum bead, and slipped it free. He sifted through the soft strands one section at a time until the fiery mass spilled down her back, unleashing more of her unique scent. He nuzzled the spot behind her ear. How easy it would be to lose himself with this woman. In her scent and her warmth. He let out a rough exhale. “This is wrong.”
She stiffened, but he tightened his grip on her hips and kept her locked in place.
“The secrets.” He pressed a lingering kiss where her neck and shoulders met. “They’ll hurt you and your brothers.”
“They’re only secrets if you’re not willing to own them.” She met his stare and a shiver rattled through her. Covering his hands with hers, she urged them up her torso. “I’m willing to own this.”
Rand T'Ash lost everything as a young boy, his home, his family, and had to learn to fend for himself most of his life until recently now that he is a nobleman and highly sought after artisan, he is now looking for his heartmate, and when he finds out who she is, he sets out to seduce her, only she doesn't seem to want to be seduced and keeps rejecting Him. Rand at first where Danith is coming from, because he once came from the kind of life that she is living currently, and he only desires to hold onto her, protect her and love her....he just has to convince her that sharing a life with him would bring her pure happiness, because the love they would share would be timeless.Heart Mate is the first installment in this series, and it was a very likable read, the beginning was a bit slower to get into, but once I did I had a fantastic time with these two characters. Rand is so Alpha Male type, very possessive and stubborn to the extreme, and more resilient than most, although he does have a soft side. Danith, is somewhat spitfire but does have a more gentle nature about her. Danith's situation is unique, because she thinks of herself as beneath Rand, however she is anything but, and the heat in this book was very sizzling at times, I just love this world that Robin D. Owens has created, its so fun to get into the scene and just enjoy the ride. It wasn't the type of book that would keep you from setting it down, but it was more relax before the fire type of read, and a very enjoyable and exciting at times novel, that was so fun and sexy, and I can hardly wait to read the rest of the series.
