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It's been a while since I have been in Samantha Towle's world, but what a way to get back in there.
Under Her is a sweet, sexy enemies to lovers story that I read in one go.
Wilder and Morgan spans over years. Years of longing, loving and hating - particularly on Morgan's side.
I loved these two together. Well, even before they are together when they are sniping and giving each other grief. There's a fine line between love and hate, and they are toeing that mighty fine line!
I did have to roll my eyes at Wilder sometimes. Some of his internal thoughts were just OTT. And when they say men think about sex every few seconds - yeah this guy does!
I like that this isn't over the top angsty, there is no drama just for the sake of drama (though Morgan could feel a little dramatic at times). Sure, they have their issues, but deal with them like adults.
There are some great secondary characters, particularly Wilder's two best friends. They had my in stitches at times. I sure do hope we get more of them in the future.
Under Her is sweet and cute and sexy, and I hope we get more of this crew down the track.
It's been a while since I have been in Samantha Towle's world, but what a way to get back in there.
Under Her is a sweet, sexy enemies to lovers story that I read in one go.
Wilder and Morgan spans over years. Years of longing, loving and hating - particularly on Morgan's side.
I loved these two together. Well, even before they are together when they are sniping and giving each other grief. There's a fine line between love and hate, and they are toeing that mighty fine line!
I did have to roll my eyes at Wilder sometimes. Some of his internal thoughts were just OTT. And when they say men think about sex every few seconds - yeah this guy does!
I like that this isn't over the top angsty, there is no drama just for the sake of drama (though Morgan could feel a little dramatic at times). Sure, they have their issues, but deal with them like adults.
There are some great secondary characters, particularly Wilder's two best friends. They had my in stitches at times. I sure do hope we get more of them in the future.
Under Her is sweet and cute and sexy, and I hope we get more of this crew down the track.
Copy received via Netgalley for an honest review
It was great to get back into Aces world again.
Throughout the series, Max's story has been one that i have been highly anticipating, and I didn't know if it would live up to my expectations.
It did.
It was sweet and sexy, heart breaking and hopeful. I devoured every word, needing Max to find his HEA - again.
I loved getting a glimpse of the previous lads and lasses of the Aces too.
Can't wait to see what Ms Jamieson brings us next.
It was great to get back into Aces world again.
Throughout the series, Max's story has been one that i have been highly anticipating, and I didn't know if it would live up to my expectations.
It did.
It was sweet and sexy, heart breaking and hopeful. I devoured every word, needing Max to find his HEA - again.
I loved getting a glimpse of the previous lads and lasses of the Aces too.
Can't wait to see what Ms Jamieson brings us next.
ARC received for an honest review
4.5 stars
Sigh... it has been a while since I read Storm, and this novella reminded me of how much I love his book and the Ashes and Embers series.
This was the perfect addition to their story, the trials and tribulations of their relationship, and a wonderful glimpse of their love.
It was great to catch little snippets of the guys and gals of the other books in the series too, and I hope to get a little more of all of them in the future.
Can't wait for more.
4.5 stars
Sigh... it has been a while since I read Storm, and this novella reminded me of how much I love his book and the Ashes and Embers series.
This was the perfect addition to their story, the trials and tribulations of their relationship, and a wonderful glimpse of their love.
It was great to catch little snippets of the guys and gals of the other books in the series too, and I hope to get a little more of all of them in the future.
Can't wait for more.
ARC received for an honest review.
4.5 stars
Move over Prince Harry, this girl has a new favorite ginger!
Dave Beringer style my heart the first time he walked into The Mountain Goat and I don't want it back.
I loved that Bountiful brings together the of Ms Bowen's series - all series that I have devoured (The Ivy Years, Brooklyn Bruisers and True North)
If you have read the True North series, you have met our leading lady Zara. I liked her as a bit player in the earlier books but freaking love her as our main.
She is smart, sassy and takes no crap. She has a but more baggage than some but that makes her the woman she is today.
Enter Dave and sparks fly. Seriously, you could start a fire with all the sexual tension between them.
The story flows well and made me stay up till the wee hours of the morning to finish.
It's no secret there's a baby on board with this book, but Nicole really is a little scene stealer, and is going to melt your heart.
I asked the return of Gruff and Trevi to my kindle, and feel there are so many more stories that we could get from characters in this story.
I hope we get them! Please give them to us 's Bowen
4.5 stars
Move over Prince Harry, this girl has a new favorite ginger!
Dave Beringer style my heart the first time he walked into The Mountain Goat and I don't want it back.
I loved that Bountiful brings together the of Ms Bowen's series - all series that I have devoured (The Ivy Years, Brooklyn Bruisers and True North)
If you have read the True North series, you have met our leading lady Zara. I liked her as a bit player in the earlier books but freaking love her as our main.
She is smart, sassy and takes no crap. She has a but more baggage than some but that makes her the woman she is today.
Enter Dave and sparks fly. Seriously, you could start a fire with all the sexual tension between them.
The story flows well and made me stay up till the wee hours of the morning to finish.
It's no secret there's a baby on board with this book, but Nicole really is a little scene stealer, and is going to melt your heart.
I asked the return of Gruff and Trevi to my kindle, and feel there are so many more stories that we could get from characters in this story.
I hope we get them! Please give them to us 's Bowen
ARC received for an honest review.
HOT COP ALERT!!
I just finished reading Cuffed and I only have 3 little words...
Cuff me, Malone!
From the first reunion till the last sparkling words, I was hooked on this new series.
Grant and Emerson's tale is a very heartbreaking one of the suck it and sweet moments of life. I can't tell you how many times I cried at my kindle, yelled at the characters and just wanted to make things better.
Grant is all kinds of knight in shining l armour, running to the rescue of those in need - and not just because of his job.
Seriously, we all need one of him in our lives.
I adore Emerson, and you will too..
Now, I do have one slight problem with this book.
I have a younger brother named Grant so it is a bit icky to think of hot cop being a Grant!
I really enjoyed reading Cuffed, and now I am looking forward to reading Grant 's brother's stories.
Please don't keep us waiting too long Ms Bromberg.
4.5 stars
HOT COP ALERT!!
I just finished reading Cuffed and I only have 3 little words...
Cuff me, Malone!
From the first reunion till the last sparkling words, I was hooked on this new series.
Grant and Emerson's tale is a very heartbreaking one of the suck it and sweet moments of life. I can't tell you how many times I cried at my kindle, yelled at the characters and just wanted to make things better.
Grant is all kinds of knight in shining l armour, running to the rescue of those in need - and not just because of his job.
Seriously, we all need one of him in our lives.
I adore Emerson, and you will too..
Now, I do have one slight problem with this book.
I have a younger brother named Grant so it is a bit icky to think of hot cop being a Grant!
I really enjoyed reading Cuffed, and now I am looking forward to reading Grant 's brother's stories.
Please don't keep us waiting too long Ms Bromberg.
4.5 stars
4.5 guilty or not guilty stars.
I loved this story so much! I had stepped back a little from reading LRJ books as I was feeling a little like we were reading the same story again.
However, with Dirty Rich One Night Stand I felt like this was a rejuvenating jump back into her world.
I loved Cat and Reese from the very first time on the page. There was that spark that I just knew was going to cause an inferno. And it did.
Their story is sweet and sexy and fun with a little darkness thrown in for good measure.
Can't wait to see what Ms Jones brings us next
I loved this story so much! I had stepped back a little from reading LRJ books as I was feeling a little like we were reading the same story again.
However, with Dirty Rich One Night Stand I felt like this was a rejuvenating jump back into her world.
I loved Cat and Reese from the very first time on the page. There was that spark that I just knew was going to cause an inferno. And it did.
Their story is sweet and sexy and fun with a little darkness thrown in for good measure.
Can't wait to see what Ms Jones brings us next
ARC received for an honest review
Broken.
That is exactly how I feel after finishing this book.
Broken was a difficult read for me. Not because it was a bad book. On the contrary, it was brilliant. But the subject matter hit a bit close to home.
I could completely relate to James. His thoughts, his feelings, his justifications for his actions. I have been in his shoes. Felt those feeling, had those thoughts.
In Theodore and James' family, I could see my family. Their helplessness, their pain as they tried to help me.
Broken went from zero to 100 in the first couple of chapter! All I could think was
For the first 45% of the book there was an amazing push/pull between Theo and James. I just wanted them to get their act together.
Then at about 50% my heart shattered along with Theodore's. I couldn't read through the tears. I am sure the neighbours were wondering what animal was dying with the ungodly noises that came from me. Ugly, snotty crying ensued.
“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.”
Ms Haken hit every emotion. I was heartbroken. I laughed. I cried. I felt... hope. It made me want to call my mum at midnight to tell her sorry for what I put them through.
Even now, writing this review I am feeling emotional. I have a lump in my throat. I could easily burst into tears.
Reading the synopsis, I wondered whether James' demons might have been of the mental illness variety. I certainly was not expecting how deep Broken delved, or the visceral reaction I would have to it.
So thank you Ms Haken for taken the darkness that is mental illness and bringing it out into the light. It is sad that even in 2016 there is still the stigma surrounding mental illness, and it is about time it goes.
We all need to speak up about it. If you feel that something is not right with a family member, friend, loved one - go with your gut instinct. Ask them about it. They will be reticent, but please please please, don't let it go.
This is a wonderful m/m romance. Yes, it touches on deeper issues, but beneath it all it is about love.
Broken.
That is exactly how I feel after finishing this book.
Broken was a difficult read for me. Not because it was a bad book. On the contrary, it was brilliant. But the subject matter hit a bit close to home.
I could completely relate to James. His thoughts, his feelings, his justifications for his actions. I have been in his shoes. Felt those feeling, had those thoughts.
In Theodore and James' family, I could see my family. Their helplessness, their pain as they tried to help me.
Broken went from zero to 100 in the first couple of chapter! All I could think was
For the first 45% of the book there was an amazing push/pull between Theo and James. I just wanted them to get their act together.
Then at about 50% my heart shattered along with Theodore's. I couldn't read through the tears. I am sure the neighbours were wondering what animal was dying with the ungodly noises that came from me. Ugly, snotty crying ensued.
“Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.”
Ms Haken hit every emotion. I was heartbroken. I laughed. I cried. I felt... hope. It made me want to call my mum at midnight to tell her sorry for what I put them through.
Even now, writing this review I am feeling emotional. I have a lump in my throat. I could easily burst into tears.
Reading the synopsis, I wondered whether James' demons might have been of the mental illness variety. I certainly was not expecting how deep Broken delved, or the visceral reaction I would have to it.
So thank you Ms Haken for taken the darkness that is mental illness and bringing it out into the light. It is sad that even in 2016 there is still the stigma surrounding mental illness, and it is about time it goes.
We all need to speak up about it. If you feel that something is not right with a family member, friend, loved one - go with your gut instinct. Ask them about it. They will be reticent, but please please please, don't let it go.
This is a wonderful m/m romance. Yes, it touches on deeper issues, but beneath it all it is about love.
4.5 wicked stars
ARC received for an honest review.
This is by far my favourite in the Wicked Horse Vegas series.
By far.
I love the sex club element of this story, but for me it is the dynamic between Dane, Avril and Andrew that is the story here.
Wicked Envy is sexy AF but it is also a heck of a lot more emotional than the previous books in the series - and I love it.
I don't want to give anything away about this story, but believe me when I say you aren't going to want to miss this one.
I am still hanging out for Kynan's story though.
Looking forward to what 's Bennett brings us next.
ARC received for an honest review.
This is by far my favourite in the Wicked Horse Vegas series.
By far.
I love the sex club element of this story, but for me it is the dynamic between Dane, Avril and Andrew that is the story here.
Wicked Envy is sexy AF but it is also a heck of a lot more emotional than the previous books in the series - and I love it.
I don't want to give anything away about this story, but believe me when I say you aren't going to want to miss this one.
I am still hanging out for Kynan's story though.
Looking forward to what 's Bennett brings us next.
copy received for an honest review.
Wow! After the end of Sapphire, I knew things were going to ramp up in Diamond.
And ramp up it did!
Right from the get go this is an adrenaline filled ride that had me wondering what would happen next.
If you read Sapphire ypu will know all about Sophie and Grace and will be full of heartache for our jewels, gower ypu will be full of hope as well.
I don't want to give anything away or spoil anything, but holy cow! Just when you think you know what's happening, bam!
I really enjoy the arc the story had taken and can't wait to see what happens next
Wow! After the end of Sapphire, I knew things were going to ramp up in Diamond.
And ramp up it did!
Right from the get go this is an adrenaline filled ride that had me wondering what would happen next.
If you read Sapphire ypu will know all about Sophie and Grace and will be full of heartache for our jewels, gower ypu will be full of hope as well.
I don't want to give anything away or spoil anything, but holy cow! Just when you think you know what's happening, bam!
I really enjoy the arc the story had taken and can't wait to see what happens next
Did I like this book? Yes.
Did I have my problems with this book?Oh yes!
Did I like it enough to read more in the series. Yep.
I did like the story, though at times I really shots not like the characters, particularly Keatyn's friends Vanessa and RiAnne.
And omg where are these kids parents and wtf lol ( here is where my old age starts to show!)
Keatyn's fickleness did annoy me at times (I'm site she was in love with 4 boyfriends in 3 days at one stage!)
I did like that we saw growth in her character as the story progressed.
i will be going on to read more of the chronicles soon.
Did I have my problems with this book?Oh yes!
Did I like it enough to read more in the series. Yep.
I did like the story, though at times I really shots not like the characters, particularly Keatyn's friends Vanessa and RiAnne.
And omg where are these kids parents and wtf lol ( here is where my old age starts to show!)
Keatyn's fickleness did annoy me at times (I'm site she was in love with 4 boyfriends in 3 days at one stage!)
I did like that we saw growth in her character as the story progressed.
i will be going on to read more of the chronicles soon.