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Tour: Contempt by Bethany-Kris!

CONTEMPT

by Bethany-Kris
Renzo + Lucia, #3
Publication Date: March 4, 2019
Genres: Adult, Romantic Suspense, Organized Crime. Erotic Romance

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SYNOPSIS

How much is too much?

Five years—that was the deal. Renzo Zulla gave up five years of his life to repay a debt to an organization that only wanted to break him before they could make him. Their way, their rules. He doesn’t move without their okay, even if his latest job puts him right in front of her. But the five years are almost up, and he knows exactly where he’s going first.

Love doesn’t follow rules …

Heartbroken and alone—that’s how she survives. Lucia Marcello is alive, but a part of her still feels dead without him. She’s spent far too much time running away from her past and the pain she constantly holds tight because it’s easier than hating the people who caused it. But life has a way of bringing you back when your heart never will.

Love doesn’t fade …

But time means nothing, and forever might be only an illusion for them. Because where fate doesn’t step in, reality does. If hate is a game you play with your heart, and contempt is the game you play with your mind … where does that leave love?

Vendettas don’t care about love.

It’s in God’s hands now.

Note: CONTEMPT is the final book in a three-book

Trilogy following the same couple.

My Thoughts 💭

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This trilogy is a must read for mafia romance lovers! It was everything! Renzo and Lucia’s are finally reunited and all the feels are still there. They both are still upset with everyone but I’m glad they were able to get past their hurt and mend fences to be one happy family that made me cry happy tears! Renzo makes everything seem so simple. They’re still just Renzo and Lucia no matter what. Ride or die! I definitely recommend this wonderfully written story!

 

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ABOUT BETHANY-KRIS

Bethany-Kris is a Canadian author, lover of much, and mother to four young sons, one cat, and two dogs. A small town in Eastern Canada where she was born and raised is where she has always called home. With her boys under her feet, snuggling cat, barking dogs, and a hubby calling over his shoulder, she is nearly always writing something … when she can find the time.

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Blog Tour/ARC Review: Red Hot Winter By K Webster!

Red Hot Winter

by K Webster
Publication Date: February 25, 2019
Genres: Taboo Treat

Read for FREE in KindleUnlimited: Amazon US | Amazon UK | Amazon CA | Amazon AU

August is bitter and cold.
Two people he loved most betrayed him.

Winter is hot and sultry.
She’s the enemy’s daughter.

A blowout fight between Winter and her dad sends her straight into August’s waiting arms.
But August doesn’t want to hold her…he wants revenge.

The two are an explosive combination whenever they’re together. August antagonizes and Winter pushes back. Under all the hate burning between them is an attraction so intense, neither can ignore it.

It’s only a matter of time before it consumes them both.

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My Thoughts 💭

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This book was hot! August wants revenge but one look at Winter changes his plan. August is cold in the beginning due to betrayal but with Winter in his life he begins to let the past go and move on with his life. Winter was her own force to be reckoned with. The chemistry between them was amazing. The story was wonderfully written and I absolutely enjoyed reading it! I definitely recommend giving this a try!

*Received ARC for honest review 💙

About K. Webster

K Webster is the author of dozens romance books in many different genres including contemporary romance, historical romance, paranormal romance, and erotic romance. When not spending time with her husband of twelve years and two adorable children, she’s active on social media connecting with her readers.

Her other passions besides writing include reading and graphic design. K can always be found in front of her computer chasing her next idea and taking action. She looks forward to the day when she will see one of her titles on the big screen.

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Release Blitz/ARC Review: His Dirty Demands by Fiona Murphy!

Title: His Dirty Demands
Series: 
Author: Fiona Murphy
Genre: Romance
Release Date: March 5, 2019

Three billionaire brothers: Cesare, Enzo, and Dante Sabatini have everything except the one thing money can’t buy. Three big beautiful Alicia, Bethany, and Chloe will teach them the ABCs of love. Follow these couples as they negotiate the riskiest deal of all, falling in love. 

It’s hard to believe when I get the call: an offer to work for one of the Sabatini brothers. Cesare and Dante head a real estate firm that buys, sells, and owns some of the most spectacular real estate in Chicago. Dante Sabatini is the youngest of the brothers, and even though he’s an arrogant manwhore he doesn’t come close to the a$$hole level of the oldest Sabatini, Cesare. While I work for Dante, Cesare is in the office across the hall—and too close for comfort. I’m not sure what misfiring synapse has my stomach flipping a thousand times a minute or my skin hot and tight when the man is around, but I’m doing my best to ignore it. Even if I weren’t a virgin, I’m very aware getting involved with Cesare Sabatini would be a complete disaster.

Until the moment I find out Cesare is having the same problem. Seriously? The insanely gorgeous billionaire wants me? My fat ass? Okay, not nice, but I believe in being honest in all things, and honestly I’m a plus-size woman who has become numb to insults I have heard about my weight. I’m far from numb at the idea of throwing caution to the wind and giving in to the dirty demands Cesare whispered in my ear. 

Then I get a call I never thought I would have to deal with. My little sister is being blackmailed. I need twenty five thousand dollars or her future goes up in flames. I’m borrowing it, I’ll put it right back.

When Cesare finds out, he demands twenty-five days and nights of my body. Only once I’m in his home and life, twenty-five days isn’t enough—I want forever. But what does Cesare want?
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Another amazing book by Fiona Murphy! Alicia was a sweetheart but don’t poke the bear she can be pretty fierce! Cesare was a workaholic, sometimes a hard a** but caring. I enjoyed the build up between Cesare and Alicia! Cesare and Alicia have lust at first sight but the more Cesare learns about his brother’s new employee the more he resists. And when he gives in he’s all in and there’s no going back! I definitely recommend this amazingly hot read!

Due to commitment issues I have lived in many different cities and my favorite is Chicago but I have managed to settle into Austin and perhaps my commitment issues are behind me. 

I have enjoyed reading from a very young age and it wasn’t long before the children books bored me and I read the books my mother enjoyed Stephen King and Dean Koontz and I didn’t sleep without the light on until I was about ten. 

I came across my first Harlequin by accident and it was love at first read, no one died and happy endings? It was a whole new world and I loved it. 

I wrote my first story at eight and everyone died, of course. Since then I would like to think I’ve gotten better and now I’m writing the happily ever afters I first fell in love with, with some hot sex thrown in along the way.

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Gypsy Moon by Kristy Cunning!

Published: February 14, 2019

Length: 321 pages

Source: Kindle Unlimited

Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Synopsis

Imagine searching your whole life for answers, and then finally finding them. A part of you is excited to know the truth. Another part of you is damaged, because you realize why it was so hard to learn answers.

Secrets aren’t usually very pretty.

In the midst of all of it, the four monsters I’ve gotten too attached to are about to be reunited with the one woman they all once loved so deeply that they sacrificed everything to have an eternity with her.

They said they hated Arion, but I never see hatred when they’re around him. I see frustration, resentment, anger, and pain, but never hatred.

They say they hate Idun, but until she returns, I won’t know how true that really is. All the pretty monsters don’t have simple emotions, because everyone has lived so long that it’s gotten entirely too complicated to feel anything too much.

The only way to figure out what happens next is to stop stalling and start doing, while silently hoping it doesn’t cost me everything I never knew I wanted…until it landed in my lap.

My life sucks so hard sometimes.

**Reverse Harem

**Mature content

**Language warning

**Dark Humor

**CANNOT BE READ AS A STAND-ALONE

Reading Order:

Gypsy Blood

Gypsy Freak

Gypsy Origins

Gypsy Moon

My Thoughts 💭

I’m really enjoying this series! I need the next book now! You get some questions answered and by the end you have more questions lol. Arion finally gets his turn! Arion is talking about remaining neutral which is frustrating. It makes you wonder what is going to happen when he’ll have to pick a side. How are we supposed to believe he’s falling for Violet when he says things like that? That just makes him look like he’s still in love with Idun.

I don’t like Marta…at all. She just seems manipulative and shady.

Origin (The Vailore Saga Book 1) by A.G. Geir

Published: November 18, 2018

Length: 189 pages

Source: Kindle Unlimited

Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Synopsis from Goodreads

Candy had just finished her late-night set at Simply Comedy and was relaxing with a cup of coffee at a local diner. She was a creature of habit, and this was her post-show ritual. She would drink coffee, work on her comedy routines, and watch the world go about its business until she was ready to go home. Candy had no reason to believe that this night would be any different until a man approached her table and requested an audience. He was cloaked in shadow, obviously a vampire – a vampire with a story to tell.

This storyteller was no stranger, even though Candy had never met him. He was a famed musician, known only by a single letter – K. K was the enigmatic lead singer and guitarist for the all-vampire band Nocturna. Candy didn’t know much about him, no one did. All aspects of his private life were cloaked in the same shadows that clung to him.

Intrigued, Candy offered him a seat. The story he told would unveil his life and his passion, leading Candy down a path that would shatter her comfortable routine, and change the course of her life forever.

My Thoughts 💭

This was a easy read. K is a vampire who has encountered his Azmuri or spirit song a few times over his long life and she’s finally been born again as Candy. Candy is kind of skeptical about the reincarnation thing but just goes with it since she’s really into K. They are a cute sarcastic couple and I loved their chemistry. K is ready to become mortal and live out his days with Candy so he won’t have to be without her again but his family isn’t ready for him to leave them just yet. He may have been tired but him giving up as grand master would have left all of his people at risk. And it didn’t seem like him becoming mortal would actually let him grow old with Candy.🤷🏾‍♀️. His sons suggested that he have a talk with Candy to see if she’d be willing to be turned. While she was considering being turned a horrible car accident and K’s twin Lilith made the decision for them both. Overall, I liked the book and the characters.

Locked Up Love by Alexa Riley!

Published: February 9, 2019

Length: 96 pages

Source: Kindle Unlimited

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Synopsis from Goodreads

When Lizzy Roberts agreed to go on a blind date she never imagined it would turn into such a nightmare. Thankfully she’s rescued by a dark knight named Rocco, but his heroic act is seen as a violent attack after the judge is bought off and Rocco is sent to jail.

Rocco Lang took one look at the blonde and knew he had to save her. But when his anger got the better of him he ended up behind bars. He doesn’t regret his actions, just that they took him away from her. Now all he’s got are her letters to keep him warm at night.

Can they fall in love with just a pen and paper and their hearts on the page? You’re damn right they can!

Warning: This alpha might be behind bars, but he’s still running the show. Grab your jumpsuits and cozy up because this prison romance is everything your Valentine’s Day needs!

My Thoughts 💭

Rocco saves Lizzy from a blind date gone horribly wrong and he ends up being the one going to jail. This was another quick book but very steamy! Lizzy and Rocco were adorable! He took care of his woman because he knew at some point she was going to be his! Jail wasn’t going to stop Rocco. This was a nice instalove story I definitely recommend!

Intention by Ava Harrison review!

Published: February 6, 2019

Source: Kindle Unlimited

Length: 375 pages

Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Synopsis from Goodreads

From USA Today best seller Ava Harrison comes a sexy, new enemies to lovers stand-alone romance.

I had it all. Dream job, fancy apartment, great family. But there was one thing I didn’t have. Would never have. Then he showed up.

Rich. Arrogant. Condescending.

He came to me with an ultimatum, and I had no choice but to agree.

I needed to convince the world that I was Nathaniel Harrington’s girlfriend, so his legacy would stay intact.

Spending time with him would be difficult. And fooling the world would be even harder. But persuading my heart into thinking that his kisses meant nothing and that his gentle touches were all in my head would be impossible.

I was falling for him. But fate had other plans. Our time was limited. Because I knew the truth – a truth that would end us.

My Thoughts 💭

I absolutely loved this book! I even cried happy and sad tears! Nathaniel blackmails Madeline into pretending to be his girlfriend so he can trick the board into believing he is stable and no longer a playboy that’ll make the company look bad! Neither one of them were interested in a relationship but after getting to know one another they realize they’re falling for each other! Madeline has a secret so she runs when feelings are finally being admitted. I hated that she couldn’t just be upfront instead of running away. But it did make them come to terms with what they were feeling. Their chemistry was amazing and I loved their story. I’ll definitely be looking out for more from this author!

Released Blitz/ARC Review: Nanny And The Bratva Boss By SC Daiko

Title: Nanny and the BRATVA BOSS
Author: SC Daiko
Genre: Billionaire Mafia Romance/Romantic Suspense
Release Date: February 22, 2019
Blurb
He’s a Russian mafia kingpin.
Deep, dark and dangerous.
Good and evil at war within him.
I’m caught in the cross-fire,
but I want to be here.
A cold-hearted man, or is he?
I’m about to find out.She’s breezed into my life
like a latter-day Mary Poppins
A sassy girl from England
with the voice of an angel,
and the body of a goddess.
I need her in my life like a bullet in the brain.
Everything about her tempts me.
But she’s an itch I won’t be scratching.
Except, the best-laid plans have a habit of going wrong.
Soon I’ll find out what really matters,
and that the worst lies
are the lies you tell to yourself.

From international bestselling author SC Daiko comes a gripping new
standalone romance with all the feels…


My Thoughts 💭

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Zoe, Taras and sweet Emma! I loved them. Zoe comes to the states to be Emma’s nanny. She becomes close with her charge and lists for her mafia boss employer. Taras tried to keep things casual but their true feelings come out and it’s so cute. Taras still has scars from his first failed marriage. Zoe helps him see he’s not as much of a devil as he thinks he is but only a little bit and she loves him anyway. I enjoyed this mafia romance and I definitely recommend it!

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Playlist
I Dreamed A Dream (Anne Hathaway – Les Miserables)

Hallelujah – Sheku Kanneh-Mason – Leonard Cohen: Hallelujah, arr. Tom
Hodge

With or Without You – (U2) – 2
Cellos

Something Just Like This – (The
Chainsmokers & Coldplay) – Cello Cover

Baby Can I Hold You – Tracy Chapman

The First Time Ever I Saw
Your Face – Roberta Flack

A Thousand Years – Christina
Perri

Make You Feel My Love – Adele
Trailer
Excerpt
Tonight,
Zoe wasn’t wearing the halter-neck dress. She appeared in figure-hugging jeans
and a blue cotton blouse that set off the topaz in her beautiful irises. After
declining a glass of wine, she sat next to me, shooting me a look from under
her dark lashes.

Mrs K
arrived with our starter course, a fresh vegetable salad made with cucumbers,
tomatoes and onions. She served us and returned to the kitchen.

I swirled
the wine in my glass. “I’m sorry if I was a little abrupt when we said
goodnight yesterday.”

“Abrupt?
You were more than abrupt.” Her eyes flashed. “You were downright rude.”

“I’m not a
nice man. I don’t do ‘nice’. I
can’t.”

“Why?”

Ever forthright.

“If I show
any weakness, I’ll be finished.” I lifted my fork and speared a tomato.

She took a
sip of water. “Being nice isn’t the same as being weak, I don’t think.”

“You are
right, rybka. It isn’t.” I shook my
head. “I guess I’ve just gotten out of the habit.”

She chewed
some salad and swallowed. “Were you horrible to your wife? Is that why you got
divorced?”

“None of
your concern,” I snapped, slamming my hand down on the table. Dishes rattled
and the water in Zoe’s glass sloshed over the edge.

She shot me
a withering look. “There you go again, being a prick. I’m only trying to
understand you, Taras.”
Author Bio
SC Daiko, aka Siobhan, is an
award-winning British author of fast-paced international bestselling
contemporary romance and romantic suspense. Siobhan loves to swim in the sea,
travel around Europe, sample different food and enjoy local wine. She has
worked in the City of London and taught languages in a Welsh high school before
moving to Italy, where she now lives with her husband and two cats. Nothing
makes her happier than connecting with readers and fellow authors.
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Release Blitz/Review: Hard As Stone by K.M. Scott!

Title: Hard As Stone
A Heart of Stone Series Novel
Author: K.M. Scott
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: February 21, 2019
Blurb
The Heart of Stone series moves into the next generation
with Hard As Stone, a full-length novel featuring Tristan and Nina’s son,
Ethan.

Trouble. Playboy.
Heartbreakingly gorgeous. Ethan Stone, the only son and spitting image of
billionaire Tristan Stone, has a long line of women who would kill for a night
with him, and rumor has it he’s more than happy to oblige.

But Ethan has a
problem. His family wants him to settle down. Why, he can’t understand. But he
needs to figure out a way to convince them he’s given up his wild ways while at
the same time living his life the way he wants to.

He has a plan,
though, and Summer Carmichael, the quintessential girl-next-door, is perfect to
help him. But Ethan better watch out or he might just find himself falling for
exactly the kind of woman his family wishes he’d bring home.
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My Thoughts 💭

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I enjoyed this book! Ethan wants to convince his family he’s settled down and thinks Summer would do well enough to convince his family. They actually fall for each other and it’s such a good read. Ethan and Summer had amazing chemistry. At times both of them got on my nerves but I liked reading their journey to their happy ending!

Author Bio
K.M. Scott is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of sexy contemporary fiction. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading a book, watching tv or movies, or cooking a new dish for family and friends.
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Ghost by Lyla Oweds review!

Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Source: Kindle Unlimited

Synopsis

My abilities are growing every day. But thanks to my new friends, I know that I’m not insane.

Even so, there’s a darkness inside me. It’s been getting stronger. A reality that I’ve been trying to avoid.

Being near the boys draw it out. Being close to them also make me unafraid for the first time in my life.

I’ve never felt like this before, but at the same time, my mind has latched onto the feelings they evoke. Julian encourages me, Miles comforts me, Titus protects me, and Damen…

Damen gives me something to believe in.

We have days to solve this haunting, but my personal issues threaten to overwhelm me. With each passing day, it becomes more difficult to pretend to be normal.

And if I falter, for even a moment, then I could lose everything forever.

This is the second book in a multi-book slow burn reverse harem series. Be forewarned.

My Thoughts 💭

I’m enjoying this weird series! The further you get the more questions you have! Is Bianca their mate? Who started Bianca on the bogus pills and why? What is Julian’s mother hiding? Where is Finn? I need answers! Bianca is soooo naive and the guys are so cute with her. They don’t know what to do with themselves. This book is just as interesting as the first but the mysteries are killing me! Lol I need answers!