Idolizing In: Bad Habit Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 384; Kindle Edition - File Size: 6387 KB; Audiobook - Unabridged | Expected Release Date: July 14, 2015 | Publisher: Montlake Romance | Obtained: NetGalley

"Sweet as Sin" [Bad Habit Series, Book 1] by J. T. Geissinger

Author's Book Description : Inside a drop-dead sexy, hard-partying rock star lies a good heart…and a dark secret.

Twenty-something Kat Reid is loving life as an in-demand Hollywood makeup artist. She has absolutely no interest in rock ’n’ roll, but in order to pay the mortgage, she agrees to work on the set of a rock video for the world-famous rockers known as Bad Habit…which brings her face-to-face with Nico Nyx, lead singer of Bad Habit and Adonis in the flesh.

However, the fiercely independent Kat isn’t impressed by the hard-living, womanizing rock star. But when Nico’s model girlfriend shows up to the set drunk and Kat is tapped to replace her as the video’s sexy bride, her combustible chemistry with Nico suddenly threatens to consume the set. Nico feels it, too—and becomes determined to win Kat over, body and soul. Yet behind his rock god swagger, Nico hides a dark secret. Can he rock Kat’s world forever, or will he just break her heart?

My Book Review : 5 out of 5 stars!! When Kat (Katherine) meets Nico during his music video shoot, she never expected her world to change in the blink of an eye. But it does. The question is does she have the courage to stay on and enjoy the ride or will "she run for the hills" too soon?

If you’re looking for an EXTREME romantic rollercoaster read than this is the book for you!! Very well written! At times, it made me feel like I was reading Kat's diary. Overall, Kat makes you fall in love all of the characters, even herself.

Reader Disclaimer :: If you were a fan of Travis from Ms. McGuire's "Beautiful Disaster" then I think you'll enjoy Nico from this novel. However, if you weren't a fan of Travis from "Beautiful Disaster" then this probably won't be the best choice for you. Mostly because Nico has an intensity about him that is like Travis. Meaning that while it's undeniable to see that Nico has feelings for Kat, he's very possessive of her and is quick to rage when he's feeling protective, which I have read previous reviews that some female readers didn't like reading "heroes" who were portrayed like that. Therefore, if that reader is you and you don't like possessive heroes (like Nico & Travis) then I don't think you’re right for this novel.

Now back to the good stuff...

I was pleasantly surprised with how Kat & Nico's romance progressed and grew. It was erotically heartwarming in its extreme intensity. And while I'm shocked at where Ms. Geissinger took the plot at times, I LOVED how everything played out!!

I hope we'll get to see the rest of Bad Habit paired off and if any of their stories are as mesmerizing as Nico & Kat's then this series will be a winner!!

I HIGHLY recommend this novel and series to those looking for a fast-paced whirlwind rock star contemporary romance!!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : Sweet as Sin (Book 1) | IndieBound (Audiobook/MP3 CD) : Sweet as Sin (Book 1)


My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Second Sentence Saturday: Sweet as Sin

Author's Novel Extras : Sweet As Sin - Overview | Cover Reveal! | Sweet As Sin Available On NetGalley

Book Teaser(s) :

"I'm not a stranger. We've been introduced." His fingers curled over the curve of my hip. His head dipped toward mine.
Breathing was becoming difficult. My face felt so hot it burned. "I don't kiss men with girlfriends."
"We already covered that. She's not my girlfriend. Next excuse?"
My hands were flattened against his bare chest as I tried to push him away. My voice came out small. "I don't want to."
Nico shook his head, his eyes hot. "Such a fuckin' liar," he whispered.
Before I could react, he lowered his mouth to mine. ~ within Chapter 5

SWEET AS SIN by J.T. Geissinger - Author -- REVIEW TO BE POSTED ON JUNE 14, 2015!
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Sunday, May 17, 2015

SWEET AS SIN by J.T. Geissinger - Author -- REVIEW TO BE POSTED ON JUNE 14, 2015!
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Sunday, May 17, 2015

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by J. T., then please check out her website.

Feasted On: Sixth Street Bands Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 174; Kindle Edition - File Size: 524 KB | Expected Release Date: April 28, 2015 | Publisher: Sixth Street Press | Obtained: Upgrade Your Story

"Gone for You" [Sixth Street Bands Series, Book 1] by Jayne Frost

Author's Book Description : As the guitarist for the rock band Caged, I know the rules: no relationships. No complications. Leave ‘em smiling when you go, but always go. Besides, it’s not like I’m ever in one place for more than a few days at a time. As the next hottest thing out of Austin, the band and I are riding the wave, and the music is all that matters.

Until her…

Lily Tennison has “complication” written across her beautiful face. But I can’t get involved. The timing’s all wrong. But she’s under my skin, and I can’t resist her troubled eyes and sweet smile. And I do have a little time to kill. Not much, just a few days in Dallas.

So I’ll scratch the itch and move on, like I always do.

Simple, right?

Note: You won't need to turn up the heat—Sixth Street Bands Romances have plenty of steamy fun. This story can be read as a stand-alone but is part of the Sixth Street Bands music scene.

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! Rock star guitarist, Cameron, has a good life. However, when his friend, and bandmate, is placed in the hospital Cameron's life is sidelined by the need to stay in one place for an extended period of time. During that time, he meets Lily. Lily comes from a well-known Texas family, who disowned her when she decided to do what she always wanted with her life by becoming an artist, and sets Cameron's life on fire as he goes about pursuing her. Yet, are they meant for only a few good memories or something more worthwhile?

While I loved the cover its book description didn’t really sell me on this novel, who helped want to read it was Eat Sleep Read Review’s own review for this novel as it explained a lot. Now that I’ve read this novel, I can say that I was pleasantly surprised that I liked reading from a single POV standpoint, Cameron’s POV to be exact, as much as I did. Cameron is forthright in his beliefs and wants making it hard for the reader not to agree with him. Plus, I found his attraction and “chase” for Lily to be very endearing. They are very sweet together. In addition, while I still wished I could read a bit from Lily’s perspective, I liked the way Cameron handles everything that came his way. He was the perfect “reformed” playboy rock star hero!

I hope to see the rest of Cameron’s band matched up as this series progresses! I recommend this novel to those looking for a lighthearted yet sultry rock star romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here :

My Previous Interview(s) with this Author : April 2015

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Blog Tour: Gone for You by Jayne Frost | Interview, Spreading the Word & Gift Card/Novel Giveaways

Author's Novel Extras : Pinterest: Gone For You | Sneak Peek: GONE FOR YOU | PreLaunch Giveaway for GONE FOR YOU—$100 Sephora Gift Card & Signed Book! | It’s ALIVE! GONE FOR YOU Launch Day & Giveaway Is Here!

Book Teaser(s) :

She took a calming breath. "What exactly can I get for you, Mr. Knight?"
Holding the pen so tightly I could see the white in her knuckles, she waited for me to tick off my list.
"The workout clothes I mentioned. Size large. A couple pairs of jeans. Boot cut. Size 32x36. T-shirts and socks." Draping an arm over the back of the couch, I looked her up and down. "And underwear."
Scribbling furiously, she didn't look up. "Boxers, briefs..." Her pen finally came to rest, and a smile hitched up one side of her lips. "...or panties?"
I choked on the piece of melon trying to make its way down my throat. Coughing and sputtering, I leaned forward. Lily casually walked to the table, handing me the half empty bottle of water.
Grabbing it from her, I took a large swallow. A couple of tears sprang to my eyes as I looked up at her. The girl was way too cocky for her own good. Clearing my throat, I took another swig, finishing the bottle.
"Well?" She looked at me innocently.
"Boxers," I growled. ~ within Chapter 3

GONE FOR YOU by Jayne Frost -- Read my review here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Saturday, June 13, 2015

GONE FOR YOU by Jayne Frost -- CONTEST HERE (from April 28 - 30, 2015) :: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/2015/04/blog-tour-gone-for-you-by-jayne-frost.html
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Tuesday, April 28, 2015

GONE FOR YOU by Jayne Frost -- CONTEST HERE (from April 28 - 30, 2015) :: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/2015/04/blog-tour-gone-for-you-by-jayne-frost.html
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Tuesday, April 28, 2015

GONE FOR YOU by Jayne Frost -- CONTEST HERE (from April 28 - 30, 2015) :: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/2015/04/blog-tour-gone-for-you-by-jayne-frost.html
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Tuesday, April 28, 2015

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Jayne, then please check out her website.

Second Sentence Saturday: Center Ice

SECOND SENTENCE SATURDAY is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by Jess of From Me to You ... Video, Photography, & Book Reviews. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab the novel/novella your currently reading
• Open to the first page of Chapter 1 or its Prologue
• Share the SECOND sentence from that page
• Share the novel/novella's title & its author, so that other participants can add that novel to their TBR Lists if they want

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MY Second Sentence Saturday :

"Center Ice" [Corrigan Falls Raiders Series, Book 1] by Cate Cameron

Five days of peaceful, almost solitary running, and then...carnage.

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PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT to share either the link to your own SECOND SENTENCE SATURDAY post or share the sentence in a comment here (if you don’t have a blog). Thank You!

Made the Grade: The Amish Bachelors Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 224; Kindle Edition - File Size: 666 KB | Expected Release Date: July 1, 2015 | Publisher: Harlequin : Love Inspired : Inspirational Romance | Obtained: NetGalley

"An Amish Harvest" [The Amish Bachelors Series, Book 1] by Patricia Davids

Author's Book Description : Nursing His Heart
When Amish carpenter Samuel Bowman is injured in an accident, he fears he'll never see again. He's always provided for his family—and now that it's harvest season, the Bowmans are needed in the fields, not at his bedside. So when a young Amish widow becomes his nurse, Samuel expects Rebecca Miller to make his life easier. But his caregiver is bossy, outspoken and challenges him to move on with his life. Though Samuel's sight is in question, he can plainly see the woman he's come to care for won't let herself love again. Now it's Samuel's turn to heal her heart.

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars! A spin-off from Ms. Davids' "Amish Redemption" (book 13 in her Brides of Amish Country) follows Joshua's oldest brother Samuel who is determined to work hard by expanding his family's furniture business in hopes of keeping his brothers (and their own families when they get them) living in their community of Bowmans Crossing. However, a detrimental accident leaves Samuel temperately blind and has second/third degree burns on his hands and face. As harvest time approaches Rebecca, a young Amish widower who now helps those as a caretaker, is asked to assist Samuel and his family. During their time together, they grow close but is Rebecca willing to open her heart enough to love someone else again and will Samuel be able to overcome his need to take on the world without asking for help?

This is a sweet novel about overcoming heartache and circumstance. I found Samuel & Rebecca to be charming in their banter and growing relationship as they keep one another on their toes. Plus, Samuel’s brothers kept me entertained too, it’ll be interesting to see who they will end up with as this series progresses. Nevertheless, even though I enjoyed its ending I wish Rebecca could have been more decisive instead of wishy-washy about her own feelings.

Overall, I recommend this novel to those looking for an enchanting Amish romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : IndieBound (Paperback) : An Amish Harvest (Book 1) | IndieBound (Paperback - Large Print) : An Amish Harvest (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : An Amish Harvest (Book 1)


My Previous Review(s) for this Author : The Amish Nanny

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015

Book Teaser(s) :

AN AMISH HARVEST by Author Patricia Davids -- Read my review here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Thursday, June 11, 2015

"Have I been hard to deal with?"
She crossed her arms. "Do you really want me to answer that?"
"Maybe not." ~ within Chapter 10

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Patricia, then please check out her website.

Made the Grade: The Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series, Book 10

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 3963 KB | Release Date: June 8, 2015 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon.com

"My Perfect Mate" [The Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series, Book 10] by Caryn Moya Block

Author's Book Description : Six months have passed since Susan Adams was forced to become a lycan. She’s embraced the wolf with her whole heart, but having super senses and running on four feet can’t help her keep a job or figure out where she belongs. Now, with a mating bond snapping into place and the mating heat riding her hard, Susan’s wolf is demanding she cement the bond in place. There’s only one problem. Her mate isn’t a lycan. In fact, she’s not sure what he is, and mating Susan is the farthest thing on his mind.

Jean Paul Nadeau is not your ordinary elemental witch. He’s one of the famed Averys, as human witches know him. In truth, he is an immortal Fae Lord sent by the Queen of Avalon to guard a dimensional gateway sitting in the middle of Quebec City. When the lycan mating bond attaches to his heart, JP is both delighted and dismayed. Finding his “Destined One” is an unexpected gift, one that could cost him more than his immortality.

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars! Susan meets her mate, a non-lycan and not only does he shake up her life, not long after meeting her he takes off without her for a while. Now that Jean-Paul (JP/Sir Hywel) is back after being away for three weeks, both Susan and him are hoping to get to know one another better and cement their bond. However, before they are able to complete their bonding Jean-Paul needs to get a magical ring back from an “evil” polar bear shifter …. before a majority of the arctic ice melts.

Okay before I tell you my thoughts, I have to admit that even though this is book 10 in its series this is the first book I’ve read by Ms. Block and her Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series. I chose reading this novel because Amazon.com displayed it in my book recommendations, I was intrigued by its book description, and I really liked the cover on the novel. Therefore, while I enjoyed the novel, the way it’s laid out with all of the previous characters coming to and fro I had a hard time following it at times. Nevertheless, I liked it. I really, really liked it!

Susan is charming with her sweet heart, her disarming ways, and her affinity with “animals.” Jean-Paul is a little abrupt but throughout the novel he charms his way into Susan (and the reader’s) heart. Together they make one hell of a couple, if only Susan can get over her initial fears that something will go wrong.

I also enjoyed the major side story of the amarok (arctic wolf shifters) who are the offspring of a mating between a polar bear shifter and lycan. It was interesting to see how they’ve been surviving after the cruelties that they’ve suffered. In addition, I liked how Susan decides to “step up to the plate” to try to save these children and hope to give them better futures. It’ll be interesting to see where this series will take its readers next.

I recommend this novel to those looking for a unique paranormal romance!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Smashwords (e-Book) : Alpha's Mate - Special Anniversary Extended Edition (Book 1) | Smashwords (e-Book) : A Siberian Werewolf In London (Book 2) | Smashwords (e-Book) : My Mate's Embrace (Book 3) | Smashwords (e-Book) : My Magic Mate (Book 4) | Smashwords (e-Book) : A Siberian Werewolf In Paris (Book 5) | Smashwords (e-Book) : A Siberian Werewolf Christmas (Book 6) | Smashwords (e-Book) : Wolfe's Mate (Book 7) | Smashwords (e-Book) : Beta's Mate (Book 8) | Smashwords (e-Book) : The Gift of My Mate (Book 9) | Smashwords (e-Book) : My Perfect Mate (Book 10)


Author's Novel Extras : Sneak Peek #1 – My Perfect Mate | Sneak Peek #2 – My Perfect Mate | Sneak Peek #3 – My Perfect Mate – It’s Here!

Author's Series Extras : The Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series - Overview

I designed a new magnet for my swag packs. What do you think?I hope you're lycan it. :)
Posted by Romance Author Caryn Moya Block on Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Book Teaser(s) :

MY PERFECT MATE by Romance Author Caryn Moya Block -- Read my review here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Tuesday, June 9, 2015

“Ughh,” Susan said a few minutes later. “Jean-Paul, could you lift up, you’re squishing me. I’m not complaining mind you. I think you just blew my mind. That was the best sex ever, but I can’t breathe. JP… Honey?” Susan shook him.
He didn’t respond, his head rolled to the side. “Oh my god, I killed him.” ~ within Chapter 3

Jean-Paul smiled. Susan would take on racism to save the amarok children, but didn’t feel worthy of a pretty dress. She was a puzzle with more layers than he could fathom, and she was his. A warm glow filled his chest. He smiled, again. He couldn’t help it. ~ within Chapter 9

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Caryn, then please check out her website.

2015 100+ Reading Challenge

Check out my previous challenges:
• 2014 100+ Reading Challenge
• 2013 100+ Reading Challenge
• 2012 100+ Reading Challenge
• 2011 100+ Reading Challenge
• 2010 100+ Reading Challenge

Alrighty ... here's my personal challenge .. or more of a record of how many books I have read in 2015. Anyway ... here we go:

-- January 2015 --
1. "Not Broken" [True Destiny Series, Book 5] by Dana Marie Bell
2. "Finding Hope" [Nugget Series, Book 2] by Stacy Finz
3. "Rebecca" [Alpha Marked Series, Book 4] by Celia Kyle
4. "The Baron’s Betrayal" [Marriage Mart Mayhem Series, Book 4] by Callie Hutton
5. "Redeeming Rue" [Ashland Pride Series, Book 4] by R. E. Butler
6. "Dark Heat" [Dark Kings Series, Books 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, & 0.4] by Donna Grant
   1. "Dark Craving" [Dark Kings Series, Book 0.1] by Donna Grant
   2. "Night’s Awakening" [Dark Kings Series, Book 0.2] by Donna Grant
   3. "Dawn’s Desire" [Dark Kings Series, Book 0.3] by Donna Grant
   4. "Passion’s Claim" [Dark Kings Series, Book 0.4] by Donna Grant
7. "Huckleberry Spring" [The Matchmakers of Huckleberry Hill Series, Book 4] by Jennifer Beckstrand
8. "Lorelei" [Alpha Marked Series, Book 5] by Celia Kyle
9. "Beyond All Dreams" by Elizabeth Camden
10. "Just the Way You Aren't" by Lynda Simmons
-- February 2015 --
11. "The Dandelion Field" by Kathryn Springer
12. "Scandal on His Doorstep" [A Most Peculiar Season Series, Book 2] by Deborah Hale
13. "Bridges Burned" [Going Down In Flames Series, Book 2] by Chris Cannon
14. "Paper or Plastic" by Vivi Barnes
15. "The Hot Streak: A Baseball Romance" by Cecilia Tan
16. "Her Forbidden Cowboy" [Moonlight Beach Bachelors Series, Book 1] by Charlene Sands
17. "Baby Twins to Bind Them" by Carol Marinelli
18. "Heart of Steel" by Elizabeth Einspanier
19. "Texas Mail Order Bride" [Bachelors of Battle Creek Series, Book 1] by Linda Broday
20. "Not Quite Darcy" by Terri Meeker
21. "This Heart of Mine" [Whiskey Creek Series, Book 8] by Brenda Novak
22. "The Trouble with Texas Cowboys" [Burnt Boot, Texas Series, Book 2] by Carolyn Brown
23. "The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction" [Seven Sexy Sins Series, Book 2] by Dani Collins
24. "Long Walk Home" by Lilian Darcy
-- March 2015 --
25. "A Texas Holiday Miracle" by Linda Warren
26. "Copper King" [Takhini Shifters Series, Book 1] by Vivian Arend
27. "How to Catch a Prince" [Royal Wedding Series, Book 3] by Rachel Hauck
28. "Dragon Wife" [Dragon Clan Series, Book 1] by Diana Green
29. "The One You Want" [The Original Heartbreakers Series, Book 0.5] by Gena Showalter
30. "A Snowflake's Chance in Hell" by Amy Romine
31. "My Heart Laid Bear" [Blue Moon Junction Series, Book 4] by Georgette St. Clair
32. "First Blood" [Linked Series, Book 2] by Judy Serrano
33. "Cowboy Seeks a Bride" [Four Stones Ranch Series, Book 2] by Louise M. Gouge
34. "Caller of Light" by T. J. Shaw
35. "My Highland Lover" [Highland Heart Series, Book 1] by Maeve Greyson
36. "Cowboy Delight" [Cowboy Heaven Series, Book 0.5] by Cheryl Brooks (aka Samantha R. Michaels)
37. "The Promise of Palm Grove" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 1] by Shelley Shepard Gray (aka Shelley Gray)
38. "Full Contact" [Redemption Series, Book 3] by Sarah Castille
39. "The Earl’s Defiant Wallflower" [Dukes of War Series, Book 1] by Erica Ridley
40. "The Hero" [Hot Aussie Heroes Series, Book 2] by Amy Andrews
41. "Wagon Train Cinderella" by Shirley Kennedy
42. "Kiss the Earl" [Geek Girls Series, Book 3] by Gina Lamm (aka Regina Cole)
-- April 2015 --
43. "Triple the Fun" [Billionaires and Babies Series & Kings of California Series, Book 16] by Maureen Child (aka Ann Carberry, Kathleen Kane, & Sarah Hart)
44. "His Perfect Wolf" [Mystic Wolves Series, Book 2] by Elle Boon
45. "The Dragons’ Demon: A Dragon’s Dream" [Ethereal Foes Series, Book 1] by Marie Harte
46. "Married to a Perfect Stranger" by Jane Ashford (aka Jane LeCompte)
47. "NiKoh’s Chosen: Family Matters" [The Chosen Series, Book 2] by Kenzie Michaels (aka Molly Daniels)
48. "Interaction with a Dragon" [Human Interaction Series, Book 4] by Cheyenne Meadows
49. "The Duke's Disaster" [True Gentlemen Series, Book 0.5] by Grace Burrowes
50. "There's Something About Werewolves" [Seven Brides for Seven Shifters Series, Book 1] by Thalia Eames
51. "The Christmas Dragon" [Among the Mythos Series, Book 2] by Ruthanne Reid
52. "Strings" [Among the Mythos Series, Book 3] by Ruthanne Reid
53. "Mia and the Bad Boy" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 2] by Lisa Burstein
54. "His Very Convenient Bride" by Sophie Pembroke
55. "What a Bachelor Needs" [Bachelor Auction Series, Book 4] by Kelly Hunter
56. "No One Like You" [Barefoot William Series, Book 4] by Kate Angell
57. "Take a Chance on Me" [Something New Series, Book 1] by Jennifer Dawson
58. "Carrying the Greek's Heir" [One Night With Consequences Series, Book 8] by Sharon Kendrick
59. "Counting on a Cowboy" [Four of Hearts Ranch Series, Book 2] by Debra Clopton
-- May 2015 --
60. "The Daddy Wish" [Those Engaging Garretts! Series, Book 6] by Brenda Harlen
61. "Zaryk" [Twisted Epiphany Series, Book 1] by C. A. Jonelle
62. "My Little Brat" by Kirt Kinkly
63. "Dragon Her Feet" [Stratton Series, Book 2] by Celia Kyle (aka Lauren Creed) & Mina Carter
64. "Up In Flames" [Netherworld Series, Book 2] by Olivia Hutchinson
65. "Expecting The Earl's Baby" [Summer Weddings Series, Book 1] by Jessica Gilmore
66. "Sweet as Sin" [Bad Habit Series, Book 1] by J. T. Geissinger -- TO BE POSTED ON MY BLOG BY JUNE 14, 2015! --
67. "Unwrapped" [Silver Creek Series, Novella 3 / Book 3.5] by Maisey Yates
68. "The Billionaire's Daddy Test" [Billionaires and Babies Series & Moonlight Beach Bachelors Series, Book 2] by Charlene Sands
69. "Cinderella’s Cowboy" [This Old House Series, Book 4] by Roxanne Snopek (aka R. G. Willems & Roxanne Willems Snopek)
70. "Her Bears' Desires" by Callie Hartwood
71. "His Lion Blood" [Mystic Harbor Series, Book 4] by Scarlett Grove
72. "Center Ice" [Corrigan Falls Raiders Series, Book 1] by Cate Cameron
73. "The Proposal At Siesta Key" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 2] by Shelley Shepard Gray (aka Shelley Gray)
74. "Perfect Summer" [The Lone Stars Series, Book 1] by Katie Graykowski
75. "Cinderella Had it Easy" [The Cinderella Body Club Series, Book 1] by Jennifer Conner
76. "Hearts of Stone" [Guardian Wings Series, Book 1] by Inka Loreen Minden
77. "Go Small or Go Home" [Toronto Collection, Book 2] by Heather Wardell
78. "Sword’s Call" [The King’s Riders Series, Book 1] by C. A. Szarek
79. "The Evolution of Emily" [Kennedy High Series, Book 2] by Kate Scott
-- June 2015 --
80. "A Will and A Way" by Claudia Harbaugh
81. "Color Me Crazy" by Carol Pavliska
82. "Roaring for Him" [Wicked in Wilder Series, Book 1] by Celia Kyle (aka Lauren Creed)
83. "When An Alpha Purrs" [A Lion’s Pride Series, Book 1] by Eve Langlais
84. "My Perfect Mate" [The Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series, Book 10] by Caryn Moya Block
85. "An Amish Harvest" [The Amish Bachelors Series, Book 1] by Patricia Davids
86. "Always Yours, Baby" [The Baby Saga Series, Book 4] by Airicka Phoenix
87. "Gone for You" [Sixth Street Bands Series, Book 1] by Jayne Frost
88. "Daisy and the Front Man" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 3] by Rebekah L. Purdy
89. "Beauty's Curse" [Love on the High Seas Series, Book 2] by Tamara Hughes
90. "One Night with the Cowboy" [Whiskey River Series, Book 2] by Eve Gaddy
91. "Not So New In Town" [Harmony Homecomings Series, Book 2] by Michele Summers
92. "In The Air Tonight" [Sisters of the Craft Series, Book 1] by Lori Handeland (aka Lori Austin)
93. "Love on the Ledge" [On the Verge Series, Book 2] by Zoraida Córdova
94. "The Ugly Stepsister" by Aya Ling
95. "Twins on the Way" [The Kavanaghs of Silver Glen Series, Book 4] by Janice Maynard
96. "The Fairy Tale Bride" [Montana Born Brides Series, Book 1] by Scarlet Wilson
97. "A Duke but No Gentleman" [Masters of Seduction Series, Book 1] by Alexandra Hawkins
-- July 2015 --
98. "At Ease" by Olivia Brynn (aka Alanna Coca)
99. "Spellbound" [Warlocks MacGregor Series, Book 2] by Michelle M. Pillow (aka Natasha Logan, Madelyn Porter & Naomi Kalling)
100. "Again, Alabama" by Susan Sands
101. "Dare" [The Nox Series, Book 1] by T. A. Foster
102. "Mayhem" [Mayhem Series, Book 1] by Jamie Shaw
103. "Pregnant by the Cowboy CEO" [Diamonds in The Rough Series, Book 3] by Catherine Mann
104. "Her Stepbrothers’ Demands" by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)
105. "Madison's Song" by Christine Amsden
106. "Maid for the Rock Star" [Romance Island Resort Series, Book 1] by Demelza Carlton
107. "The Prince's Runaway Lover" [Men of the Zodiac Series, Book 7] by Robin Covington
108. "Anya and the Shy Guy" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 4] by Suze Winegardner
109. "Eve’s Rescue" [Coalition Mates Series, Book 3] by Sarah Marsh
110. "The Heartbreakers" [The Heartbreak Chronicles, Book 1] by Ali Novak
111. "A Time for Everything" by Mysti Parker (aka Misty Baker)
112. "Awakening Power and Passion" [Flower Fae Series, Book 2] by Nicole Campbell
-- August 2015 --
113. "Crushed" [The Witch-Game Series, Book 1] by Kasi Blake (aka K. C. Blake)
114. "Dragon's Redemption" [Dragon Lore Series, Book 2] by Eden Ashe
115. "Hunting a Mate" [Quick & Furry Series, Book 6] by Celia Kyle (aka Lauren Creed) & Mina Carter
116. "The Werewolf Wears Prada" [San Francisco Wolf Pack Series, Book 1] by Kristin Miller
117. "Blood and Metal" [Dark Desires Series, Book 5] by Nina Croft
118. "The Amish Bride of Ice Mountain" [Ice Mountain Series, Book 1] by Kelly Long
119. "Brightest Shadow" [The Mythical Knights Series, Book 0.5] by Candice Gilmer
120. "The Amish Mother" [Lancaster Courtships Series, Book 2] by Rebecca Kertz
121. "Reap & Repent" [The Reaper Series, Book 1] by Lisa Medley
122. "Not Always a Saint" [The Lost Lords Series, Book 7] by Mary Jo Putney (aka M. J. Putney)
123. "Thrust of Fate" by Amy Crown
124. "A Castle for Dragons" [The Dragons of Eternity Series, The First Archive/Book 0.5] by Julie Wetzel
125. "Rocky Mountain Miracle" by Christine Feehan
126. "For the Memory of Dragons" [The Dragons of Eternity Series, Book 2] by Julie Wetzel
127. "The Wedding Switch" [A Four Weddings and a Fiasco Novella] by Sharon Kleve
-- September 2015 --
128. "The Belle and the Officer" by B. J. Robinson
129. "An Irish Heart" by Jackie Zack
130. "ETHAN" [Kensington Cove: Call of the Night Series, Book 1] by April A. Luna
131. "A Wedding at the Orange Blossom Inn" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 3] by Shelley Shepard Gray (aka Shelley Gray)
132. "Charm School After Dark: Lesson 1" [Charm School Series, Book 1] by Lynn Carmer
133. "Bearly in Time" [Drummond Island Bears Series, Book 1] by Erin Kelly
134. "To Win Her Love" [Players Series, Book 1] by Mackenzie Crowne
135. "Alaric’s Perfect Mate" [Saber Chronicles Series, Book 1] by R. E. Butler
-- October 2015 --
136. "The Christmas Family" [The Buchanons Series, Book 2] by Linda Goodnight
137. "Sun-Kissed" by Sierra Dafoe
138. "Cowboy Valentine" [Cowboy Cocktail Series, Book 1] by Mia Hopkins
139. "King Stud" [O'Connor Family Series, Book 1] by Liv Rancourt
140. "Santa's Secret" by Serenity Woods (aka Freya Robertson)
-- November 2015 --
141. "Falling for Her Enemy" [The Still Harbor Series, Book 2] by Victoria James
142. "A Prince of a Guy" [Korbel Classic Romance Humorous Series, Book 3] by Kathleen Korbel (aka Eileen Dreyer)
143. "Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens" by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)
144. "Taming the Alpha" by Viola Rivard, S. E. Smith, Mandy M. Roth, Michelle M. Pillow, Sidney Bristol, V. M. Black, Shelli Stevens, Jessie Donovan, N. J. Walters, Ella Drake, Eve Vaughn, Jaycee Clark, Lauren Hawkeye, Scarlett Dawn, Natasha Logan, Jaide Fox, Tracey H. Kitts, Reagan Hawk, Candice Gilmer, J. S. Hope, Inez Kelley, Eryn Blackwell, Sherri L. King, Kennedy Kovit, & Madelyn Porter
     Okay here is the list of the novellas from this anthology that I actually reviewed. The rest of the novellas I just "Spread the Word" about.
     1. "The Dragon’s Appraiser" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 1] & [The Dragon’s Appraiser (Three Part Story), Part One] by Viola Rivard
     2. "Taking on Tory" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 2] & [Magic, New Mexico Series, Book 2] by S. E. Smith
     3. "Broken Communication" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 3], [Immortal Outcasts Series, Book 1], & [Immortal Ops Series World] by Mandy M. Roth (aka Reagan Hawk, Kennedy Kovit, Rory Michaels, & Elle Spencer)
     4. "Determined Prince" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 4] & [Captured by a Dragon-Shifter Series, Book 1] by Michelle M. Pillow (aka Madelyn Porter, Naomi Kalling, & Natasha Logan)
     5. "No Gentleman" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 6], [Cora’s Choice Series], & [Cora’s Bond Series] by V. M. Black
     6. "Falling for the Firefighter" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 7] & [Hot Zone Anthology] by Shelli Stevens
     7. "Cougar’s First Christmas" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 8] & [Cascade Shifters Series, Book 1.5] by Jessie Donovan
     8. "Coming Home" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 9] by N. J. Walters
     9. "Theirs" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 11] by Eve Vaughn
-- December 2015 --
145. "Rebel Cowboy" [Big Sky Cowboys Series, Book 1] by Nicole Helm
146. "The Priest's Brat" by Candy Quinn
147. "Calling the Play" [Birmingham Rebels Series, Book 2] by Samantha Kane
148. "Irresistible Magic" [Crescent City Fae Series, Book 2] by Deanna Chase
149. "The Amish Widow's Secret" by Cheryl Williford
150. "A Last Chance Christmas" [Sons of Chance Series, Book 17] by Vicki Lewis Thompson (aka Cory Kenyon)
151. "His New Jam" [Hot & Nerdy Series, Book 5] by Shannyn Schroeder
152. "Katie's Redemption" [Brides of Amish Country Series, Book 1] by Patricia Davids

* If you would like to know what I think about the books I didn't share my ratings or reviews with you about, than leave a comment about which one you want info on and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

Feasted On: A Lion’s Pride Series, Book 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 1641 KB | Release Date: June 4, 2015 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon.com

"When An Alpha Purrs" [A Lion’s Pride Series, Book 1] by Eve Langlais

Author's Book Description : A lion’s pride isn’t defined only by those he commands but also resides with his hair, so when a human dares to butcher Arik’s mane, he gets his revenge—and claims her as his mate.

A billionaire CEO and leader of the largest East Coast pride, Arik is a ladies man and a lion. Used to commanding others, and obedience, he can’t believe it when a hairdresser with tempting curves chops off a hunk of his precious mane.

But her biggest mistake is in running from him.

Run as fast as you can, little mouse, because this cat loves to chase—and pounce.

Oh, and he also likes to nibble on tender bits. What he doesn’t expect is to fall for a human woman, a woman who can make the impossible happen because everyone knows lions can’t purr…until now.

A Lion’s Pride Series: Each can be read as stand a alone.

• "When an Alpha Purrs"
• "When a Beta Roars"
• "When an Omega Snaps"

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! Two very stubborn people find one another, feel a pull for one another, and both are reluctant to let go. The only trouble is that one of them is human while the other just happens to be a werelion. Add in a psycho ex-boyfriend and you have an already completed situation turned into something a whole lot worse. Will Kira (mouse) listen to her instincts/heart to try and get to know Arik better or will she scurry away at the first chance she gets?

This unusual matchup between Kira & Arik made this a fun flirty, while slightly suspenseful, novel to read. Ms. Langlais does it again! With entertaining banter and a dynamic cast of characters, it leaves the readers a little something for everyone. Playful, erotic, and a little suspense perfect if you want a quick paranormal read.

I found Kira’s sneaky escape tactics to be acceptable because of the type of character she portrayed, which is a strong heroine who fights her own battles but only when she believes she’ll have a fighting chance. Arik is a cocky bastard in the best since of the way. He knows who he is, the leader of his pride, and because of that—and more—he has an innate ability to make his chauvinistic-self sound charming. Together this couple makes a great pair! Able to banter and talk everything out while delightfully riling each other up, with these two “fate” chose well.

I recommend this novel to those who are fans of Ms. Langlais and/or like flirty paranormal romances!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Smashwords (e-Book) : When An Alpha Purrs (Book 1) | Smashwords (e-Book) : When A Beta Roars (Book 2) | Kobo (e-Book) : When An Alpha Purrs (Book 1) | Kobo (e-Book) : When A Beta Roars (Book 2)


My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Bunny And The Bear | Hybrid Misfit | Croc and the Fox | A Demon and His Witch | Delicate Freakn’ Flower

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2013 | Feasted On: Ridgeville Series, Book 5 | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2014 | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015

Author's Novel Extras : When An Alpha Purrs - Overview & Excerpt

Posted by Eve Langlais on Thursday, June 4, 2015

Author's Series Extras : When A Beta Roars - Overview & Excerpt | When An Omega Snaps - Overview & Excerpt

Meet the guys featured in A Lion's Pride SeriesA throat cleared. “Earth to Arik. Come in, boss.”With brows drawn,...

Posted by Eve Langlais on Tuesday, May 26, 2015

I think I finally found a taglion for lion #2, When A Beta Roars.Hayder’s met his mate, there’s just one little...

Posted by Eve Langlais on Saturday, May 30, 2015

A rough teaser from Lion #3, coming in August.Leo found a seat, a pair of chairs actually, but having a spare one...

Posted by Eve Langlais on Saturday, May 30, 2015

Book Teaser(s) :

WHEN AN ALPHA PURRS by Eve Langlais -- Read my review here:...

Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Saturday, June 6, 2015

WHEN AN ALPHA PURRS by Eve Langlais -- Read my review here:...

Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Saturday, June 6, 2015

"I am starting to see how some sane people are driven to murder." She glared at him.
He smiled. The jerk. ~ within Chapter 18

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Eve, then please check out her website.

Second Sentence Saturday: The Billionaire's Daddy Test

SECOND SENTENCE SATURDAY is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by Jess of From Me to You ... Video, Photography, & Book Reviews. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab the novel/novella your currently reading
• Open to the first page of Chapter 1 or its Prologue
• Share the SECOND sentence from that page
• Share the novel/novella's title & its author, so that other participants can add that novel to their TBR Lists if they want

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MY Second Sentence Saturday :

"The Billionaire's Daddy Test" [Billionaires and Babies Series & Moonlight Beach Bachelors Series, Book 2] by Charlene Sands

Mia couldn't deny that, but her heart still bled as if a dozen knives were piercing her.

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PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT to share either the link to your own SECOND SENTENCE SATURDAY post or share the sentence in a comment here (if you don’t have a blog). Thank You!

Made the Grade: Wicked in Wilder Series, Book 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 791 KB | Release Date: June 2, 2015 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon.com

"Roaring for Him" [Wicked in Wilder Series, Book 1] by Celia Kyle (aka Lauren Creed)

Author's Book Description : Can cats and dogs get along? Maybe. What about werelions and werewolves? If it’s Tilly and Mitchell, definitely. Or rather, maybe. If he’d just get his head out of his…

Half-werelion Tilly McBride owns Bless Your Tart, the South’s latest and greatest bakery. Or at least the best one in Georgia. Fine. It’s the best in Wilder, Georgia, mainly because it’s the only one. She manages to balance running the shop, keeping her middle sister in college, and making sure she doesn’t kill her youngest sister before she graduates high school.

She’s a proprietor, an older sister and… a mate? At least that’s what local werewolf alpha Mitchell Blake seems to think. He also assumes she’ll hop on the Bang Town Express the second they meet. Sure, he’s hot. Hotter than hot with his muscles and that smile and the way he growls… Should. Be. Illegal. But is he better than a chocolate cupcake with buttercream icing? That is the question. She’s afraid the answer might be yes.

Werewolf Mitchell Blake thinks the answer to every question should be yes. Yes, he wants Tilly. Yes, he craves Tilly. Yes, he’d like to bend Tilly over the pack’s claiming altar and mate her so everyone will know she’s his. She. Belongs. To. Him. He just has to convince her first. That shouldn’t be a problem. He’s the Wilder alpha. Every woman wants to be with him. Except one curvy, annoying, delicious package named Tilly McBride.

Mitchell will have her. Just as soon as he gets rid of the one trying to end their mating before it has a chance to start. Permanently.

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars. Tillis (Tilly) is a half-lion shifter who has been raising her younger sisters (a half-tiger shifter & a half-bear shifter) for as long as she can remember. But when she meets her werewolf mate about five years after moving to Wilder she finds her life drastically changing. The big question is, are the changes ones she is willing to accept or not?

I thoroughly enjoyed the first 75% of this novel. I found it witty, fun, flirty, and very entertaining with the characters’ sharp banter and getting to see Tilly & Mitchell come together in their relationship. Yet, after Tilly gets into a big confrontation with her mother and some of the local bear clan over her youngest sister, I found that the novel’s flow slowed down quite a bit which made it hard for me to hold my interest. Nevertheless, I completed this novel because its beginning enticed me and I was curious as to how everything would wrap up. I’m glad I finished it but it was hard to appreciate it as much as I’d have liked to.

I recommend this novel to those who are fans Ms. Kyle and/or like paranormal romances.

-- On a side note --
I didn't really enjoy reading the slight sexual exhibition at the end of the novel either. =0/

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Kobo (e-Book) : Roaring for Him (Book 1)


My Previous Review(s) for Celia Kyle : Deuces Wild | Whitney | No Ifs, Ands, or Bears About It | Rebecca | Lorelei | Dragon Her Feet

My Previous Mention(s) of Celia Kyle's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2014 | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015 | Second Sentence Saturday: Dragon Her Feet

Author's Novel Extras : Roaring for Him - Overview & Excerpt

Woo hoo! Roaring for Him (the pearl necklace story--*snort*) is still in edits, but here's a fun quote from the book. Man, I love this chick so hard. Her and the sisters are gonna kick some ass.
Posted by Author Celia Kyle on Thursday, May 21, 2015

ROARING FOR HIM ~ coming soon.
Posted by Author Celia Kyle on Friday, May 29, 2015

Author's Series Extras : Wicked in Wilder Series - Overview

Book Teaser(s) :

Phoebe poked out her lower lip, but Tilly hadn't fallen for that since the girl was three. It was also the same time she began contemplating smothering Phoebe in her sleep. Obviously she hadn't, but she was putting the option back on the table. ~ within Chapter 1

ROARING FOR HIM by Author Celia Kyle -- Read my review here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Friday, June 5, 2015

ROARING FOR HIM by Author Celia Kyle -- Read my review here:...
Posted by From Me to You - Video, Photography, & Book Reviews on Friday, June 5, 2015

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Celia, then please check out her website.