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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

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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.

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!

Purchase Links
AMAZON US / UK / CA / AU
Free in Kindle Unlimited
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.
Author Links

Bossy Biker by Lark Avery review!

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Source: Kindle Unlimited

Synopsis

Famous last words: I don’t need a man!

Little did I know I’d be eating those words as fast as the customers at my diner ate my pie!

I tried my best to tell the bossy biker who swung into my one-stoplight town that the kind of pie he wanted wasn’t on my menu. But he made me an offer I couldn’t refuse—three days, no strings, and all the pie he could eat.

I might have sworn off men, but it’s hard to say no to the beast of a man with the ability to make my panties disappear with a single glance. But the one thing I won’t be serving up is my heart. Been there, done that, have the hideous wedding dress to prove it.

Come Monday, the rough and wild biker will ride out of town and out of my life forever. Unless he can convince me that making room for him in my heart and my small town life is easy as apple pie.

Author’s Note: If you don’t like stories about bikers and jilted brides packed with pie references, go eat a salad. If you do, prepare to have your heart melted and your kindle burst into flames. Proceed at your own risk.

My Thoughts 💭

This was a hot, quick and fun read! Raider’s bike breaks down outside of a small town and he thinks it’s the worst luck ever until he lands his eyes on Blossom and tastes her pie. Raider decided small towns aren’t so bad and Blossom changes her mind about swearing off men. I just loved everything about this book and I definitely recommend it!

Silence By N. Isabelle Blanco!

Rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Synopsis

When my brother, the King, married fifteen-years ago, I welcomed his new family as my own. His wife . . . her baby girl.

My niece by marriage.

I left to war the savages. For years I traveled back and forth, seeing that child age.

But then the last battle kept me away for five years . . .

I’ve returned now to take my rightful place: second-in-command to the throne.

I am everything this kingdom stands for—everything it needs. The kind of pillar not even my brother can aspire to being.

They all look up to me. To maintaining their code.

Yet, they do not know the truth.

In the grip of the shadows, she haunts me at night.

During the day, she smiles and whispers, showing me traces of that sweet little girl.

At night, she’s there, a vision in black. Watching, stalking . . . no words need to be said.

She knows.

I’m losing the battle. This thing between us is an evil spark.

Thousands of years of honor are threatened—about to be shredded by the impossibility of our desire.

She doesn’t care.

It’s in her silence that she kills me . . . and she wields it like a blade.

The savage call of her blood is more than I can handle . . .

And the need to own her body might destroy us both.

Warning: contains themes that aren’t for everyone. Please read at your own caution. 18+.

My Thoughts 💭

Wow! I really enjoyed this book. Obsidian returns home from war to find out his step-niece is all grown up. Obsidian and Calamity are obsessed with each other! Calamity is tired of Obsidian trying to do what he thinks is right and wants him to claim what’s his before someone else does. Obsidian is at war with himself and Calamity’s behavior and his dreams are making him even more crazed and determined to find out the secrets being kept from him. This was a interesting forbidden paranormal romance. While I did really enjoy the book it seemed like when Obsidian finally lost all control it was over. I would have liked to find out what happened when his brother found out.

Animal by Delilah Devlin Review!

Source: Kindle Unlimited

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Synopsis

MONTANA BOUNTY HUNTERS: Authentic Men… Real Adventures…

A rough-around-the-edges bounty hunter takes a nature photographer on a wild ride.

Former SEAL, Russell “Animal” Hathcoat, retreated to a remote mountain cabin after leaving the Navy. Haunted by horrific images that replay in his nightmares of his last mission with his SEAL brothers, he intends to renovate the dilapidated cabin as penance and therapy, and to avoid rejoining the world around him. But then, someone who understands what he needs better than he does arrives to offer him a job.

Allie Travers loves the freedom and solitude of being a nature photographer and journalist–until the day she stares through her lens at a charging black bear. With her heart in her throat, she can only stand watching in horror, knowing she’ll never escape in time. But rescue comes in the form of a wild man who risks his life to frighten away the animal.

Once the danger is past, she’s told by his team of bounty hunters that she has more to fear than any animal in the woods. A felon is on the loose, and she has to accompany them to safety. Seeing an opportunity, Allie shadows the team as they hunt their prey deep in a national forest. Much to Animal’s dismay, more than just his protective instincts are aroused by the pretty photojournalist.

My Thoughts 💭

This was a nice entertaining book. I love the bounty hunter storyline. I also like how the team gets the women involved in some way. Animal is the recent addition to the team and while on a hunt he saves Allie from a bear. Allie is a little spitfire. When they can’t convince her to leave she ends up tagging along with them and things begin to heat up between Allie and Animal. I thought the book was interesting and a nice read.

•Release Tour/Review• Envy by Dani René!

Title: Envy
Series: Sins of Seven – Book Six
Author: Dani René
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Release Date: February 8, 2019
Seven Sins had nothing for me anymore.
That is until she walked in.
Eliana doesn’t remember me, she wouldn’t.
Taken from me years ago, I had no choice but to say goodbye.
It’s time to right the wrongs of the past.
But there are secrets woven into our lives that will soon spill over.
I’d always envied my brother. We were always at war.
But now it’s time to ask for his help.
To put our differences aside and save the girl I love.

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You ever read a book that has your mouth open in shock from beginning to end? This was one of those books for me! I was hooked from the beginning. Asher and Eliana’s story was amazing! Their chemistry was sooo hot!! Asher takes back what’s always been his and helps her get her revenge! I loved it! This was a well written dark, twisted and steamy book I definitely recommend!

*Received ARC for honest review 💙

“The sixth novel in the Sins of Seven series, Envy, is dark, edgy, sinfully seductive, and totally twisted. Author Dani Rene writes an intricate story infused with mystery and suspense meant to keep you guessing.” – Goodreads Reviewer

“A dark, suspenseful read….with plenty of heat.. this is the disturbing story of Eliana and Asher who are set on a path of revenge and destruction..” – Goodreads Reviewer

“Oh my gosh!! I don’t know how to put my thoughts into words but this is definitely my most favorite book of this series. It is everything and more!” – Goodreads Reviewer

Dani is an international bestselling author of a mix of various genres, from romantic suspense to dark erotic romance and even BDSM romance. She loves to delve into the raw, emotional journeys her characters venture on, and enjoys the dark, edgy, and sensual scenes that fill the pages of her books. Dani’s stories are seductive with a deviant edge with feisty heroines and dominant alphas. 


Dani lives in the beautiful city of Cape Town, and is a proud member of the Romance Writer’s Organization of South Africa (ROSA) and the Romance Writers of America (RWA). She has a healthy addiction to reading, TV series, music, tattoos, chocolate, and ice cream.
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