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Hello Stranger is the fourth installment of this stunning series by a classic romance author, Lisa Kleypas. I will say that I viewed this story with some apprehension, not knowing if I would love it but with her usual flair....I did fall in love with this story and why do I doubt this author?? I have no clue, probably because I haven't loved all the heroines in this series so far so I was most nervous about our heroine in this book. And even though I didn't love her I did find her character fascinating.

Hello Stranger begins when our heroine, Garrett, is out on the streets and she is attacked and while she fights them off she is aided by mysterious, Ethan Ransom, a former detective. Garrett and Ethan have powerful chemistry, from the very beginning.

Every awareness converged as he went deeper and deeper into the mysterious soft depths of her, and there was no world but her, no breath, no language, no sun, no stars, nothing that didn’t begin and end with her.

But Ethan is reserved because he is on a dangerous mission, that anyone close to him could be put in danger and he doesn't want to risk Garrett being put in harm's way. But Garrett isn't a whimpering flower. She is the only English Doctor, she is bright and clever and independent and goes after what she wants....and she wants Ethan. But when Ethan and Garett keep running into each other, and unable to resist what they feel for each other, the villain of the story is out to destroy them both....

You and me, in the dark . . . that’s all I’ve ever wanted.

What a powerfully written story and boy I fell in love with this book pretty quickly. Now it's not my favorite of the series or even my favorite book by this author but so many delicious aspects of the story that made this reach the top books of the year so far. What I have always admired about this author, a talent that she has never faltered with is chemistry between a pair. Each and every book I have had the pleasure of reading from her, the sensuality and the sizzling chemistry is so vibrant and the chemistry between Ethan and Garrett is my FAVORITE aspect of the story. And honestly, it's not like there are a ton of steamy scenes but this comes close to a steamy read because of the way that Kleypas writes her scenes.  And honestly, with each interaction between these two, I just craved more and more because their fun bantering and their smexy times just leave you with a smile on your face.

Now for the characters....I want to say that I adored the heroine but frankly I didn't. I honestly can't put my finger on it exactly what I didn't like about Garrett but her character kinda drove me crazy. I loved how clever and smart she is because she is so intelligent and she knows her medical stuff for sure. However, I felt that she was very patronizing to those that didn't "think" her way which would be odd even for a female doctor. Because many in this era aren't going to be as forward-thinking as she is and the way she treated some of her patients rubbed me the wrong way. I understand her way of thinking (because I, of course, live in modern times) but in this era, culture was so different and the way people are raised was so different and I felt it odd that Garrett wasn't more understanding with those she treated.

She yearned to fling herself headlong into the experience of being loved, desired, possessing, and possessed.

What I did like about her character was how driven she is. That she goes after her own dreams even if that means going to a different country to obtain her education and certifications.

Now our hero....our lovely, delicious sexy hero....my goodness, to be honest, NO ONE writes heroes like Lisa Kleypas writes a hero. How am I always blown away by the heroes that she writes because they are always so amazing and swoon-worthy and I fell in love with Ethan. I was a bit nervous about him of course, but within the first two pages, I fell so at ease with his character and I knew instantly that I would love him just as much as her other heroes. He is dangerous, secretive, sensual, and loyal. I love his "mission" and how determined he is. He is a fighter and I love how he is described in the story. He is so protective but not overbearing to our heroine which I loved him even more for that. I love that he accepts her for who she is and encourages her to be herself. And boy he is so eloquent....some of the things that he says to Garrett is beyond swoony, man I want to keep him.

The first moment I saw you, I knew you were my share of the world. I’ve always loved you. If I could choose my fate, I’d never be parted from you. Acushla . . . pulse of my heart, breath of my soul . . . there’s nothing on this earth more fair and fine than you. Your shadow on the ground is sunlight to me.

The plot in this story is the type that just flows so beautifully with this story and I was on the edge of my seat for most of the book seeing where Kleypas was taking us with this plot line and boy, I fell hard for this plot because it totally had me in suspense and there were moments that just broke my heart but what really captures the attention is our couple and seeing how once they realize that they love each other....they FIGHT for each other and its so powerful to see them be tested in a certain way and come out on top as winners.

Hello Stranger is a beautifully woven tale that brings together sensuality and intrigue....a story of two people that fit each other perfectly....TRULY WONDERFUL!!

Now I will say that one aspect of the book that I DONT care for is the Cover. Yes, I love the pink and the background is lovely. However, her dress is horrid. In fact, it shocks me that Avon would have such a contemporary cover for a historical. But I really don't like this cover at all because it's NOT a historical romance cover in any way. I mean this dress you would see in prom or homecoming, not in the Victorian Eras of England. So pretty disappointing and even though overall I think it's gorgeous....it rubs me so wrong every time I see it.





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Summary

Angelo, a member of an elite special forces team, run into a lone woman, that is full of fear and displaying signs in a human he has never witnessed. But Angelo has a calming influence on Minka. Minka has just escaped from being tortured and turned into a creature she doesn't recognize...a monster. She is frightened and determined to escape from those that tormented her. But after she is attacked and defends herself and turns into a rogue, there is one person that brings calm to her inner beast and brings her back...a sexy military agent Angelo. Minka is brought back to the center, where she goes under counseling, and recovery and learning to control herself and the inner animal that lives inside her. Meanwhile there is a plot of traitors and Minka and Angelo will need to join forces to get to the bottom of it.

Plot and Story Line

In Her Fierce Warrior we have another fantastic story that Paige Tyler. I have enjoyed this world that she has created and we get another great addition. We also get another fun romance here. I liked this story and seeing more progression in the series of certain events and truths revealed. We see more from Landon and Ivy, the building romance with our next couple in the series, and some fun bantering between our favorite side characters. What I liked is having another rogue being a main character. Minka's story was pretty heartbreaking and pulls at your heart in moments. I loved her strengths and also her vulnerabilities. I loved how Paige Tyler really brings to light the consequences on a person who suffers from torture or PTSD and showing ways to heal and recover under various circumstances. I loved the strength that Minka has here...she is a winning heroine. The romance that is between Angelo and Minka is fun and engaging. I did love how these two come together, and there isn't much conflict that holds them back from each except for Angelo still being in the military. What I loved about these two, is how they embrace the moments they have together and make the most of them. I really liked the teaser at the end that makes me excited for Layla's book and maybe some more truths revealed about the traitors involved.

The Cover

What a great cover, and I love the intense feel to it that really gives off the right feels for the book!! I love the green tones, and the poses here.

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Her Fierce Warrior is another fantastic addition to a wild and sexy series that is intense, with some crazy fun, and curl your toes with every page!!



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Madelaine, has been sent on a mission to seek out a club owner, Christien Cavalier and give him some vital papers from her boss, and knows its paramount she doesn't fail since this job is what she needs more than anything. When she finally manages to meet with Christien, she senses that there is a bond between them but having never met the man before she is a bit bewildered but finds herself captivated by him. Christien, is not mortal...he is immortal and a protector and lost Madelaine centuries ago but suddenly finds her right in front of him, his long lost love and very much a live and doesn't remember a thing. At first Christien is suspicious, wondering if his enemies placed her there so to distract him so they can get to the treasure he has protected from evil for all these lonesome years. Now only their love will be strong enough to withstand the storm that will come upon them that could destroy everything...
Her Dark Knight is the first book I have ever read from this author...and I just LOVED it!!! It has to be one of my favorite time travel books so far. There was such perfect mix of romance, mystery, intrigue and great story telling that just pulled at my heartstrings throughout the whole book. From the first to last page I think I fell in love with the characters, the story, and the chemistry that you see build between these two that is purely magical. I couldn't put it down, not for one nano second, I was so charmed by everything in this book! I am looking forward to reading more from this author, her style of writing flowed smoothly throughout the story, and the whit and humor was sparkling and entertaining....A Must Read For Romance Lovers!

While on her journey home to Alden from Scotland, her carriage is attacked. With her personal guard, maid, and even her cousin dead, she is the only survivor and is able to flee into the woods. Finally after some time, she reaches a inn, and tries to convey her situation to the locals, who has little sympathy and don't even believe her when she says she is a Princess. Then a handsome stranger defends her. Mercedes asks for his help as her bodyguard. Daniel, reaches out to this young woman who is obviously in fear of something and in need of a champion. Even though he thinks she is a bit addled in claiming she is a princess. However he feels that there is someone or something that has genuinely frightened her so he accompanies her to London. Through the journey back to London, he knows there is a real danger chasing them, but he fears he is in real danger of losing his heart to her. Her Highness and the Highlander is the second in the series by Tracy Anne Warren. I just have thoroughly enjoyed each and every one of this authors' works. So I knew when seeing this one on the shelf that I had to pick it up. When I read the Blurb on the back, I knew it would be one that I hoped was just as good as her other books. I mean a princess in need of a knight in shining armor, a sexy highlander in need of a good woman, and a exciting plot to keep its reader on their toes. Who wouldn't want to read it? I really enjoyed the characters...both Daniel and Mercedes I felt were perfect for each other. Mercedes I found to be very adaptive to each environment she is put in. For being a spoiled princess, there is a lot more to her than meets the eye. I really liked how she was willing to fight for Daniel and be with him no matter what. Daniel, is just so loveable, I couldn't help but admire him from the first few pages. There was something about the way he is with Mercedes that I just found delightful. The Plot was exciting from the first sentence. I was utterly captivated by the suspenseful scenes, the engaging characters, the sensual love scenes, and a brilliantly written story. LOVED IT AND COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN ONCE!!!!

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Summary 

Dane Bowden, is a champion rodeo rider, and has worked hard to win his last rodeo ride. But after reaching the eight seconds, he is injured from the bull who attacks him and crushes his leg, the doctor who saves his leg and his life is the same girl who saved his life years ago but disappeared and was unable to find her until now. Bell has always admired Dane, ever since she saved him and felt his sweet smile and gentle touch,but knew she could never have him. Bell is a dedicated and genius Doctor, she struggles with human contact and doesn't know how to react to Dane's flirtatious ways, she refuses to be another of his "women" that he seems to collect. Dane wants Bell, but not just to make love to, her wants her for herself. He sees a woman that he can't resist, a sweet and kind young woman, that has been dealt a harsh blow in life. While he ends up at home on his ranch, that his parents left for him, he is determined to pursue her, because he knows that she is something pure and special and wants to know more about Bell. But Bell is being stubborn, and is making Dane work for his affections. Soon Bell will need to face her past if she wants to have a future with love and family, a life she has only dreamed of or read in books, but if Bell chooses to trust in Dane's love...then she can have it all!

The Hero

Dane Bowden is a cowboy, and a Rodeo Bull Rider. He grew up on a ranch with a loving family, and his brothers. He is dedicated, honest and hardworking. Dane is not your average hero. Dane while working on the ranch, fell off his horse and ended up injured, and a young woman with a face of an angel and a kind smile saved him until his father was able to reach him. He never knew who this mysterious angel was, but he searched for her. He knew that he needed to find the person who saved his life. Now it has been years, but he has never forgotten his mysterious lady. When he almost loses his life and his leg, but this same angel fights for him and saves his life, he refuses to let go of her this time. This time he will prove to her that she is worth fighting for. Dane was quite a delicious hero, despite his flock of "women". He has this type of confidence that is appealing, but he has never really had to fight for a woman before. He is famous and that draws women to him like bees to honey. What I loved most about him was how he takes it all in, and accepts it and is quite persistent and never gives up.

The Heroine 

Bell, was the result of her father having a one night affair. Her mother dumped her with her father. Her father already had a family, and refuses to let anyone know of Bell and deserted her with his mother. Bell was raised with a loving grandfather until he died when she was young, but her grandmother views her as a sin and worthless. Bell inherited her genius brain to her father and grandfather. When a opportunity arises for her to go to college, she takes it and by the time she was in her early twenties she was already working as a surgeon. Bell is smart, loves her books but lives alone. She doesn't know how to interact with others on a personal level just a professional one. Her childhood made her who she is. My heart just reached out for Bell, because she has never really known much love except from her grandfather who passed away when she was little. She has been emotionally abused by her grandmother, but despite the horrid way she has been treated, Bell is sweet and loving and doesn't have an unkind word to say about anyone.

Plot and Story Line 

Her Lucky Cowboy is the third book, and this is the last brother's story. Like the two previous books, this story had a level of emotional intensity that definitely made me feel so drawn to this story. From the beginning, where we see how Bell and Dane first meet, and I am not sure if it was intending to be written in this way but it pulled me right in to the story. I was drawn to both of these characters. Then it speeds up to the rodeo ride that Dane takes. Bell is with her sister at this point, a sister she is trying to reconnect with, when Dane gets hurt. She rushes down to save him and almost loses her life in the process from the bull that has crushed his leg. Bell knows her stuff, because she is one of the few surgeons able to save his leg. What I find most admirable about Bell is her fierce nature that slowly comes out. In the beginning of the story she is very reserved and keeps to herself. She isn't used to interacting with others other than on a professional level, but Dane is a bit persistent. We see how much Bell changes from zero personal contact, to opening herself up to friendship...passion...and love. Dane is a character you just are fighting for, because you see how much he connects to Bell on an emotional level. Even though there is an attraction, it takes some time before they get to the "sex" part of the story. We see how they need to build up a trust first, because Bell has almost zero experience in the intimate department and has never seen a real relationship work. We also have an added element to the story, an element of danger. Now part of this element, really broke my heart, and we see how this danger brings them even closer together. The Bowden family was a hoot...I just loved seeing the brothers and their wives and the way they just love Bell immediately. This was a story that just pulled me in and I loved every moment. It was quite an intense story that had me hooked till the end.

The Cover 

I just love this cover, I love the male model's pose here, sexy and strong...I love the saddle and the black hat

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Her Lucky Cowboy is a emotional and suspense filled romance that will give you laughs....and will have moments to make you cry. Its a story that will tug at your heartstrings and you will want to reach out for more...Heartwarming and Brilliant!

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Her Lone Wolf is the second in the series, and the last book of Paige Tyler's that I haven't read and boy was this one fun. I have really been looking forward to this one ever since I read Her Wild Hero, which features this couple quite a bit. This is a second chance romance and I loved seeing these two come back together. Two years previous, Danica and Clayne were partners with the DCO (Department of Covert Ops) but this division of the government has a strict rule of not romantic involvement between partners. Well, Clayne and Danica fell in love and were romantically involved. Danica was blackmailed, and if she didn't break it with Clayne than he would go to prison. So Danica knew that prison is practically a death sentence for a shape-shifter. In Clayne's mind, Danica broke his heart and he has sworn never to open himself up ever again. Until he is ordered by his boss, to hunt down a shifter serial killer and he ends up working with Danica Again. What was most interesting about this story was how well they work together.

When Danica named a fast food place known for their monster burgers, Clayne almost laughed. Danica knew him pretty damn well--maybe better than he knew himself. She knew when he was frustrated, when he was pissed off, when he was hungry, and apparently what he liked to eat. And as the past few days had reminded him, she knew how to keep him calm and focused on the task ahead of them, and she knew what to say to keep him from losing it. She brought out the best in him,

Despite their history and the pain they both have gone through, the mission comes first. I love that they can still work on a relationship and not let it affect the mission. We also see more of Landon and Ivy and they are also hiding their relationship from the DCO and they have been married for a while now. The romance is pretty well written, and I loved seeing these two reconnect again and fight for their relationship to the point where they refuse to get separated even if that means leaving the life they both love. The team really pulls together in this book and helps each other out even though they are on different missions. Paige Tyler has won me over again with an action packed and paranormal romance with a dash of mystery to keep me as happy as a lark. If you love paranormal and military mixes, then this series is for you!! I love the way it's balanced out, with the serial killer, and the hunt and the spicy romance that makes me wish the fourth book was ready Now!! hehe Next year, though.

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