Wednesday 23 March 2016

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Wednesday 16 March 2016

Major Misconduct by Kelly Jamieson


Major Misconduct (Aces Hockey, #1)

Major Misconduct (Aces Hockey #1) by Kelly Jamieson

Release Date: 13/10/15

In Kelly Jamieson’s seductive new Chicago Aces romance—perfect for readers of Sawyer Bennett and Toni Aleo—a fun-loving free spirit tempts an uptight hockey star into opening himself up to love.
As the captain of the Chicago Aces, Marc Dupuis is all business. The apartment he shares with his teammate and best friend, Duncan, is a refuge from the pressures of fame. But when the sexiest woman he’s ever seen interrupts his early morning coffee wearing only a skimpy cami and matching panties, Marc can’t exactly say he minds. Their chemistry is off the charts. Unfortunately, this girl’s no random puck bunny. She’s Duncan’s little sister—and she’s moving in.

Lovey Armstrong could stare at Marc’s chiseled abs and listen to his French-Canadian accent all day. She just has no idea what’s going on inside his head: When he’s not charming her pants off, Marc makes a Zamboni machine seem warm and cuddly. Lovey knows the team’s bro code says no messing with sisters, but all these mixed messages are hard on a girl’s self-esteem—especially since she’s finally getting her new life together in Chicago. She decides he’s worth another shot . . . because if anyone can melt the ice around Marc’s heart, it’s Lovey.

2.5 slow paced Stars on Goodreads, Read from March 3rd to 5th 2016
Ok so over all I did enjoy this read by Kelly Jamieson, However there where a few things that wrecked my head about the main characters.

Marc was boring and kinda a wimp for a big hotshot hockey player!
Lovey just needed to get her head out of her arse and stand up for herself with her brother. some of their conversations really bothered me.

Another thing about Kelly's style of writing, she went into so much detail about things that didn't need so much detail this made parts a little boring for me.

In saying all this I will probably read the next book in the series.

Monday 14 March 2016

City of the Lost by Kelley Armstrong

City of the Lost (Casey Duncan #1) by Kelley Armstrong
Release Date: 14/01/16
Casey Duncan is a homicide detective with a secret: when she was in college, she killed a man. She was never caught, but he was the grandson of a mobster and she knows that someday this crime will catch up to her. Casey's best friend, Diana, is on the run from a violent, abusive ex-husband. When Diana's husband finds her, and Casey herself is attacked shortly after, Casey knows it's time for the two of them to disappear again.
Diana has heard of a town made for people like her, a town that takes in people on the run who want to shed their old lives. You must apply to live in Rockton and if you're accepted, it means walking away entirely from your old life, and living off the grid in the wilds of Canada: no cell phones, no Internet, no mail, no computers, very little electricity, and no way of getting in or out without the town council's approval. As a murderer, Casey isn't a good candidate, but she has something they want: She's a homicide detective, and Rockton has just had its first real murder. She and Diana are in. However, soon after arriving, Casey realizes that the identity of a murderer isn't the only secret Rockton is hiding—in fact, she starts to wonder if she and Diana might be in even more danger in Rockton than they were in their old lives.


Review:

4 Lost City Stars Read February 2016 


"You..." she says, "killed a man?" The apprehensive look. I know it well - that moment where they're certain they've misheard. Or that I mean it in a metaphorical way. I broke a man's heart. Which is technically true. A bullet does break a heart. Irrevocably, it seems."


If you've read any of my reviews on Kelley Armstrong in the past, you'd know that I think very highly of both Kelley and her work. As much as I really love her paranormal titles, She does really well with her thrillers. 

City of the Lost is the first installment in Kelley Armstrong's Casey Duncan series. Leading with a phenomenally fierce protagonist. City of the Lost was the perfect thriller! I was immediately submersed in her tale of Casey, her torturous past, and the mysterious hidden town that has everyone wondering. The mystery, the suspense, and Kelley's twists and turns were absolutely brilliant - I loved it!


Fans of Kelley Armstrong will defiantly want to read City of the Lost. It's fresh, unique, and will continue to keep you on your toes.

Saturday 12 March 2016

Trusting Bull (Savage Brothers MC #5) by Jordan Marie

Trusting Bull (Savage Brothers MC, #5)

Trusting Bull (Savage Brothers MC #5) by Jordan Marie
Release Date: 15/12/15


Skye 

The minute I saw him, I knew I was in trouble. Bull. 
What kind of man flirts with the doctor who lectures him on STD’s? 
And why am I attracted to a man like that? 
He wasn’t what I wanted, but he could be exactly what I need. 
Slowly I’m learning to trust him. 
It’s perfect, except for one small thing…. 
Someone wants me dead. 

Bull 

To say I lost my way is an understatement. 
Then I meet her. Skye. 
She’s smart, beautiful and way beyond my reach. 
It doesn’t matter, I’m keeping her. 
I know what I want and I go after it. 
Now someone is trying to take her away from me. 
I won’t let that happen. 
She’s mine and I’m not giving her up. 


Review:

4 Doc and Bull Stars on Goodreads Read from February 18 to 19, 2016

I had been waiting for Bull's Story for so long and It didn't disappoint! I was sucked in from the first Chapter. I loved the way Bull never gave up on Syke and for what he wanted. Yeah defiantly an entertaining read.

Thursday 10 March 2016

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We Go to the Gallery: Dung Beetle Reading Scheme 1a by Miriam Elia




We Go to the Gallery: Dung Beetle Reading Scheme 1a

Have you taken children to a gallery recently? Did you struggle to explain the work to them in plain, simple English? With this new Dung Beetle book by artist Miriam Elia--a tribute to and a parody of the much-loved British Ladybird early learning children's books of the 1960s--anyone can learn about contemporary art and understand many of its key themes. Join John and Susan on their exciting journey through the art exhibition, where, with Mummy's help, they will discover the real meaning of all the contemporary artworks, from empty rooms to vagina paintings or giant inflatable dogs.

The 2014 limited edition of "We Go to the Gallery" was threatened with a lawsuit by Penguin UK (owners of the Ladybird imprint), which was withdrawn following a recent change in UK copyright law allowing for parody and satire.



5  Stars on Goodreads Read on January 27, 2016

This book is hilarious!

"Gosh! They are naked!"
Says John

"Is it bathtime ?"
Says Susan

"No." Says Mummy
"Its Body Objectification time."

Monday 7 March 2016

Lawless (King, #3) by T.M. Frazier


Lawless (King, #3)

Thia is prim and proper.

Bear is leather and lawless.

It will never work between them.

It's a lie they almost believe...

It is necessary to first read King and Tyrant to fully enjoy Lawless.



5 BEAR STARS on Goodreads Read on February 08, 2016 

This is one gritty, kick ass, biker read. As for Bear....I LOVE him!

" I knew everything about being a biker. I didn't know shit about being a man".

I loved this book. So excited for the next book in Bear and Thia's Story.

And can we all just take a minute to look at this cover! Kinda makes me weak in the knees!

Saturday 5 March 2016

Tyrant (King #2) by T.M. Frazier


Tyrant (King, #2)

I. Remember. Everything.



Only now I wish I didn't. 



When the fog is sucked away from my mind like smoke through a vacuum, the truth that has been beyond my reach for months finally reveals itself. 

But the relief I thought I would feel never comes, and I'm more afraid now than I was the morning I woke up handcuffed in King's bed.

Because with the truth comes dark secrets I was never meant to know. 

I will put the lives of those I love most at risk if I let on that my memory has returned, or if I seek help from the heavily tattooed felon who owns me body and soul. 

I don't know if I'm strong enough to resist the magnetic pull toward King that grows stronger every day. 

He's already saved me in more ways than one. Now it's my turn to do whatever it takes to save him. 

Even if that means marrying someone else...



4 'This was a fecked up ride' Stars on Goodreads Read from February 06 to 08, 2016

I wasn't to sure about this story being two books because I thought it might not be enough of a story for two books. But oh how I was wrong! This book was a ride a minute and I couldn't put it down. The ending was all nicely wrapped up as well and that was nice.

Thursday 3 March 2016

Cover Reveal: Until June by Aurora Rose Reynolds

Until June (Book Two) Until Her
by Aurora Rose Reynolds
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Meet June & Evan in Until June releasing on May 24th!
Pre-order your copy at:
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1TRbaVd  
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June Mayson and Evan Barrister’s whirlwind courtship resulted in a secret marriage right before he left for boot camp. Evan knows deep in his gut that June is too good for him, but after getting a taste of the beautiful life they can have together, he’s unwilling to let her go. June promises to wait for him, knowing neither time or distance will ever change her feelings for Evan—that is until she’s served with divorce papers while he’s overseas and she’s forced to let him go.
Her marriage and divorce a well-kept secret, the last person June expects to run into when she moves back to her hometown is Evan. Angry over the past, she does everything within her power to ignore the pull she feels whenever he is near. But how can she ignore the pain she sees every time their eyes meet? How can she fight the need to soothe him even if she knows she’s liable to get hurt once again?
Is it possible for June and Evan to find their way back to each other again? Or will they be stopped by an outside force before they ever have a shot?

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About the Author:
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Aurora Rose Reynolds is a navy brat who's husband served in the United States Navy. She has lived all over the country but now resides in New York City with her Husband and pet fish. She's married to an alpha male that loves her as much as the men in her books love their women. He gives her over the top inspiration everyday. In her free time she reads, writes and enjoys going to the movies with her husband and cookie. She also enjoys taking mini weekend vacations to nowhere, or spends time at home with friends and family. Last but not least she appreciates everyday and admires it's beauty.
Goodreads:  http://bit.ly/1pzLVIO

King (King #1) by T.M. Frazier

King (King, #1)

Homeless. Hungry. Desperate.


Doe has no memories of who she is or where she comes from.


A notorious career criminal just released from prison, King is someone you don’t want to cross unless you’re prepared to pay him back in blood, sweat, pu$$y or a combination of all three.



King’s future hangs in the balance. Doe’s is written in her past. When they come crashing together, they will have to learn that sometimes in order to hold on, you have to first let go. 


Warning: This book contains graphic violence, consensual and nonconsensual sex, drug use, abuse, and other taboo subjects and adult subject matter. Although originally slated to be a standalone, KING is now a two part series.

4 I can't believe him Stars on Goodreads Read on 6th of February 2016 

Very Enjoyable - However I wanted to punch King in the face a good couple of times and Doe needed to fecken man up too!

The twist and turns, I did not see one thing coming and it broke my heart when it happened that is all wont give anything else away. 

I'm also glad I get to read Tyrant straight after.

Tuesday 1 March 2016

Talon by Sybil Bartel

Talon (Uncompromising, #1)

Talon (Uncompromising #1) by Sybil Bartel 

Release Date: 01/03/16



Talon
I surf.
I fuck.
I pretend to smile.

Two years ago my life was perfect, until it wasn’t. I scattered my wife’s ashes then walked away from the Marines. I didn’t think I had anything left to lose.

I was wrong.

The blond showed up at my surf shop, beaten and stabbed. I did what I was trained to do—I stitched her up. I didn’t have a clue who she was and I told myself I didn’t care. Until they came looking for her.

I swore I’d take my last breath before I let anyone else hurt her except I didn’t know she was keeping a deadly secret. Now I had two choices, her life or mine.

Marriage and combat taught me the same thing—I was no one’s hero. And I was about to prove it.

Review:


3.5 Surfer Stars on Goodreads Read from February 23 to 28, 2016

I didn't realize until I started reading Talon, that its a spin off from Sybil Bartel’s Unchecked series.. Although it clearly states that Talon is a standalone novel, I felt extremely lost at times when Characters I didn't know popped up! 

Even with this, I did think this book overall was enjoyable and action packed. The next book in the series is about Neil, and I would love to read about him.

Monday 29 February 2016

Hard to Forget by Bella Jewel

Hard to Forget (Alpha's Heart, #3)

Hard to Forget (Alpha's Heart #3) by Bella Jewel

Release Date: 15/12/15

Delaney, a professional bodyguard, has spent years trying to prove herself in a male dominated industry. Now she's facing her greatest challenge yet.
Bad boy billionaire Jax Shields has made plenty of enemies on his climb to the top, but being in the wrong place at the wrong time has put his life at risk. Now he's putting his life in the hands of Delaney and her team. He demands the best in everything, and he doesn't think she has what it takes to protect him. He's also made it clear he'd rather have her on her back then covering his. Will Delaney be able to prove herself to the most arrogant—and devastatingly handsome—man she's ever met?

Review: 

4 Protect Me Stars on Goodreads Read from December 14 to 15, 2015

So I loved this series. I have read them all and gobbled them up. This one started a little slow for me but then it got better as I went on and in the end I did enjoy it. Bella Jewel is a great writer and I can't wait to read more of her books.

Saturday 27 February 2016

Walk Through Fire by Kristen Ashley

Walk Through Fire (Chaos, #4)

Walk Through Fire (Chaos #4) by Kristen Ashley 

Release Date: 24/10/15


The flame never dies . . .

Millie Cross knows what it's like to burn for someone. She was young and wild and he was fierce and even wilder-a Chaos biker who made her heart pound. They fell in love at first sight and life was good, until she learned she couldn't be the woman he needed and made it so he had no choice but to walk away. Twenty years later, Millie's chance run-in with her old flame sparks a desire she just can't ignore. And this time, she won't let him ride off . . . 

Bad boy Logan "High" Judd has seen his share of troubles with the law. Yet it was a beautiful woman who broke him. After ending a loveless marriage, High is shocked when his true love walks back into his life. Millie is still gorgeous, but she's just a ghost of her former self. High's intrigued at the change, but her betrayal cut him deep-and he doesn't want to get burned again. As High sinks into meting out vengeance for Millie's betrayal, he'll break all over again when he realizes just how Millie walked through fire for her man . . .

Review:

4 Walk Through Fire Stars on Goodreads Read from November 23 to December 01, 2015

“Are you saying we should start up where we left off?”

“Did it ever end for you?”

This was a really lovely love story. The emotional journey that Logan and Millie went through and the depth of their love,the things they sacrificed for their love, I felt it deep. 

Although in saying that...

I used to Love Kristen Ashley, but of late her books even though have great story lines feel very samey samey. All her men in her books sound the same unless their badies and this is starting to be annoying. This is disappointing cause I loved her so much! Hmmmm In saying that I'll read more of her books.

Thursday 25 February 2016

The Baller: A Down and Dirty Football Novel by Vi Keeland

The Baller: A Down and Dirty Football Novel

The first time I met Brody Easton was in the men’s locker room.

It was my first interview as a professional sportscaster.
The famed quarterback decided to bare all. 
And by all, I don’t mean he told me any of his secrets. 
No. The arrogant ass decided to drop his towel, just as I asked the first question. On camera. 
The Super Bowl MVP quickly adopted a new hobby—screwing with me.
When I pushed back, he shifted from wanting to screw with me, to wanting to screw me.
But I don’t date players. 
And it’s not because I’m one of the few women working in the world of professional football. 
I’d date an athlete. 
It’s the other kind of player I don’t date. 
You know the type. Good looking, strong, cocky, always looking to get laid.



Brody Easton was the ultimate player.
Every woman wanted to be the one to change him.
But the truth was, all he needed was a girl worth changing for.
Turned out, I was that girl.
Simple right?
Let’s face it. It never is.
There’s a story between once upon a time and happily ever after… 
And this one is ours.

3.5 Baller Stars on Goodreads Read February 10th to 12th 2016

"When life knocks you down, stop and look around for one thing that's good, because there is always something. Then cling to that good." 

This was a very cute, very decent sports romance...That about sums it up though!

Monday 22 February 2016

Raw and Dirty by Violet Blaze

Raw and Dirty (Bad Boys MC Trilogy, #1)

Raw and Dirty (Bad Boys MC #1) by Violet Blaze

Release Date: 01/02/16


RAW AND DIRTY (BOOK 1 of 3 in the BAD BOYS MC TRILOGY) - a full-length novel, no cliff hanger

Make nice with the President of the Alpha Wolves Motorcycle Club.

Yeah right.

It was what my job description called for—I just never realized exactly how nice I needed to be.
I certainly never expected to find myself twisted up and tangled in the raw, dirty world of an outlaw motorcycle club … or in the sexy, tattooed hands of the man in charge.

Royal McBride is a jerk—but a jerk with a swoon worthy accent, a big bike, and big … well, other things.

I didn't think falling in love with him would threaten my life. His life.
That we'd both risk losing everything we hold dear.

The mayor's daughter … an outlaw MC president.
It's a match made in heaven … a match tested in hell. 

Review:


3.5 Pint Sized Stars on Goodreads, Read from February 15 to 17, 2016

This book started of really slow for me and I really wanted t love it. But it took till about 60% for thi book to really get going and then I really got stuck in. SO that why I've given it 3.5 stars. On one hand I'm looking forward to seeing whats next. But then I'm thinking if it's as slow as the start of this book, I may not be bothered!

***ARC kindly provided via NetGalley for the exchange of an honest review***

Saturday 20 February 2016

Distraction (Underground Kings #3) by Aurora Rose Reynolds

Distraction (Underground Kings, #3)

Distraction: The great intensity, novelty, or attractiveness of something other than the object of attention.

Sven is a man who takes pride in his ability to separate himself from his emotions. He's a man who knows who he is and where he’s going in life, a man who needs no one, because needing someone, anyone, is a weakness.

His past taught him love isn’t enough.

Maggie wants the happily ever after, but has never picked the right men, or stuck around long enough, to build a forever. It’s always been easier to get out early, before emotions make things messy.

When Maggie wakes up naked in Sven’s bed, with no memory of the night before, these two must be honest about their feelings and face their fears, so they can build a future together.

Will love be enough for them to get their happy ending together, or will a threat from outside strike them down before they ever have a chance?
 


5 "I had no idea this kind of love was even possible" Stars on Goodreads Read from February 9th to 10th, 2016

This is the story of Sven and Maggie and yet another great tale from Aurora Rose Reynolds who certainly knows how to write an alpha male and a sassy leading lady.

I LOVED Sven and Maggie's story, and their chemistry was off the charts! I can't wait to get more on Justin's story!

Wednesday 17 February 2016

Ryker (The Ride Series #4) by Megan O'Brien

Ryker (The Ride Series, #4)

More than a decade ago, I walked away from Hawthorne Nevada and the only boy I ever loved. 

When Piper Owens returns home to care for her father and to try to pick up the pieces following her mother’s death, she needs that boy more than ever. 


But Ryker Black isn’t a boy anymore and he’s not interested in reliving the past. 



Now a patched member of the Knight’s Motorcycle Club, Ryker has a building threat from another club to worry about. 



As Piper fights to rebuild her family's dream and to overcome her loss, can Ryker put aside past hurt in order to build a future?



This is the story of Piper and Ryker. The fourth installment in the Ride Series 



Ryker can be read as a stand-alone but it's recommended that you read the other three books in the series first. 



* Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.

3 Ride of the heart Stars on Goodreads Read from January 25 to 27, 2016


There where a few things that bothered me though. First off, she did not go into detail on how they stopped the other club overnight! And Second it was a little boring in places.

In saying that this was a very enjoyable read and I'm excited for Cal and Jill's Story which is next up.



Tuesday 16 February 2016

Reclaimed (Angel's Halo MC #4) by Terri Anne Browning


Reclaimed (Angel's Halo MC #4)

Felicity Bolton finally feels like she has moved on with her life. She misses her friends and family back in Creswell Springs, but now she has new friends—a new family. She has found the peace that she lost the night she lost her unborn child. She would do anything to protect her newfound family, even if that meant facing the devil himself. 

The minute Jet Hannigan walks back into her life that’s exactly what she has to do. 

Jet Hannigan is officially a free man. With his parole lifted he can finally do what he's been aching to do, go after the only woman who will ever own his heart. He's known where she is for months and has been impatiently waiting for the day he could reclaim her. What he wasn't excepting was to have to pull out the big guns and blackmail her into returning to Creswell Springs with him. With everything going on with Flick's boss, and the media circus surrounding the chaos, Jet thought the safest place for her was home where he and his brothers could protect her. 

Instead he brings her home to a war zone. 

5 Biker Stars on Goodreads Read  from January 18 to 19, 2016



I love me some Terri Anne Browning books. I just eat them up.

This book was no different I loved reading Jet and Flicks story I'd been waiting for this one and it didn't disappoint!