Monday, March 23, 2015

Blog Tour/Review: Consolation by Corinne Michaels

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Blurb

Liam wasn’t supposed to be my happily ever after.

He wasn’t even on my radar.

He was my husband’s best friend—forbidden.

 

But my husband is dead and I’m alone. I ache for him and I reach for Liam.

 

One night with Liam changed everything. Now I have to decide if I truly love him or if he’s just the consolation prize.



REVIEW: 5 STARS!!!
Received ARC for honest review....

Can I just say  A-FREAKING-MAZING!!!!  This book, it's a major wow! I'm not gonna lie, to say I was shocked when I read that last page? Uh... Hell yes I was!! I didn't expect a cliffhanger... AT ALL!!  This book is my first of Corinne Michaels and it will not be my last.  



Natalie is supposed to be living her happily ever after. Then, life happens, she looses the man of her life and has no consolation.  An unexpected arrival, a friendship that grows stronger and feeling floating thru the air.   But one night, her world is once again shocked, lies come out and she doesn't know what else to believe in.  Unexpected events take place and you're left, waiting to know what is going to happen.  Waiting for book 2 and hoping things go the way you want them to go. So many feeling, all over the place!! Anger, happiness, love, shock, sadness.   This book has it all!! A must read!!
-Maggie for Firefly Book Blog





Prologue

Natalie

 

“Oh, Chloe, if you’d like to come out, please wait until your Daddy gets back,” I insist, holding my belly as another Braxton Hicks contraction hits. I grip the dresser and try to breathe through it. It seems like they’re coming more frequently.

Once it passes, I try to finish what I came in here for. Aaron is away, but I want the nursery done so we can enjoy the next few weeks once he returns. I walk around what will be her room, putting a few more of the pretty pink dresses in the drawers. Aaron and I have fought about the vast array of pink things that are now strewn around the house—he hates it, I love it.

He insisted we paint her room in camouflage. Brown, green, and black camouflage for a girl? No. I almost sent myself into labor with that argument. I got home and he and Mark were drawing it out on the walls. I launched various household items at Mark while throwing him out of the house. My husband found out shortly after how much he could suffer by my hands. I may not be a SEAL, but you don’t mess with me either. In the end, I won with purple walls and the sheer netting around her white crib.

“Daddy’s going to love this room, Chloe. I can’t wait to see his face when he sees the pretty butterflies.” Needing to take another break, I sit in the rocking chair and rub my stomach. It soothes me knowing she’s in there. I can protect her—it’s my job. I love being pregnant and it’s a miracle we were able to conceive her. I’ve already told Aaron I want to try for another one as soon as she’s born. I close my eyes and sink, allowing the world to fade away.

I imagine holding her in my arms, sitting here in this chair, soothing and kissing her. I picture Aaron with her asleep on his chest as she gets to hear his heartbeat. She’ll own his world and have him wrapped around her finger.

Knock, knock, knock.

I hear the door, but it takes me a few seconds to get out of the chair.

KNOCK, KNOCK, KNOCK.

They bang louder this time.

“Coming!” I yell at the door. Jeez, give me a second.

Waddling to the door takes me a minute since I’m the size of a whale.

I open the door and see Mark Dixon, Aaron’s boss and close friend. He works at Cole Security Forces with Aaron and served with him for years. His head is hanging low and when he looks up, his eyes are full of sorrow.

“What’s wrong?”

“Lee,” he chokes on the one syllable of my name. The one Aaron uses. Something is definitely not right.

“What happened?” I ask again as I begin to shake.

Tears fill his eyes and I know. I know my life is never going to be the same. I know everything I’ve ever feared is about to come true because Mark doesn’t cry. Mark wouldn’t be at my door if something weren’t really, really wrong. “It’s Aaron.”

My heart stops beating and the world I live in ceases to exist. “Don’t,” I beg with tears blurring my vision and my breath accelerating.

This can’t be happening.

“Please, don’t, Mark. Please,” I beg him again, because once he says it…but I know it’s futile. It doesn’t matter because he can’t stop it. It’s already happened.

“Natalie, I’m so sorry.”

The dreaded words that every military wife fears. Only I wasn’t supposed to have to worry about this anymore. We were done. We got out. I wasn’t supposed to ever fear this again.

Please, God, don’t take him from me. Please!

“But, I’m p-pregnant. I’m having a baby,” I stammer as if that will somehow make none of this real. “He said he’d be back. He said he…” I trail off as it becomes difficult to breathe. My hand flies to my mouth to stifle the scream about to escape. Everything goes colorless.

“It was an IED. I’m sorry,” Mark says as his eyes glimmer with unshed tears.

I fall.

But he’s there, cradling me in his arms. “I’m so fucking sorry.”

“No. No. No.” Mark holds me as I sob clutching my stomach. “You’re lying,” I hiss, tearing myself out of his embrace.

“I wish I were,” he says as I struggle to get up.

“It was a mistake. He’s having a baby. He said it was a simple in and out!” I scream and throw my hands against his chest. “You’re lying!” I scream, even knowing it’s not a lie.

“I’m sorry.”

“Stop saying you’re sorry!” My sorrow turns to hatred. I hate him. I hate everyone in this moment. I hate Aaron and everyone who was there. I hate this house and everything in it. I hate the air that he no longer breathes. Hate consumes me. Hate smothers me. “Get out!” I yell and push against his chest. “Get the fuck out of my house! Aaron will be back in a few days and then we’re going to get ready for our daughter to be born.”

“Please,” Mark beseeches and I refuse to look at him.

This isn’t happening because Aaron’s alive.

He’s not dead. How dare Mark lie to me.

“He’ll be back. He wouldn’t leave me. He promised.” Aaron wouldn’t lie to me. He never does. When he left for missions, he would always say goodbye like it could be our last. But this time he kissed the tip of my nose and said, “Now don’t have that baby until I get back.”

“Can I call someone? Your mom?”

“No, you can’t call anyone because he’s not dead! Go get him, Mark! Go get my husband and bring him home.” I step back pointing my finger at him. “You all promised. He promised.” I clutch my stomach as a sharp pain radiates, but it’s nothing compared to the agony sitting on my chest. Tears flow relentlessly as I struggle against his hold. “He promised.”

“I know he did,” Mark says as he holds my head against his chest.

“He lied.”

My life is gone.

My heart is dead.

I’m a widow at twenty-seven.



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About the Author:

Corinne Michaels is an emotional, witty, sarcastic, and fun loving mom of two beautiful children. She’s happily married to the man of her dreams and is a former Navy wife. After spending months away from her husband while he was deployed, reading and writing was her escape from the loneliness.

 

Both her maternal and paternal grandmothers were librarians, which only intensified her love of reading. After years of writing short stories, she couldn’t ignore the call to finish her debut novel, Beloved. Her alpha Navy SEALs are broken, beautiful, and will steal your heart.

 

Contact Corinne

 Website: http://www.corinnemichaels.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorinneMichaels

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Cover Reveal: Caught by Erica Ashby & A.E. Woodward

Title: Caught

Authors: Erika Ashby and A.E. Woodward

Genre: New Adult Romance

Release: April 23, 2015

Photography By:  Lauren Perry at Perrywinkle Photography:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Perrywinkle-Photography/181095318624016

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Goodreads Link:  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22823490-caught?from_search=true

 





Blurb:

 

There's this boy. 

He kinda owns my heart.

 

Who am I kidding?

 

He owns all of me--but he's completely oblivious to it.

And I can't tell him.

 

Because there's this girl.

And even though he's my best friend, she is too.

 

Then there's me...

CAUGHT between what feels so right, yet is so wrong.

 

 




 

Erika’s Author bio:


 

Being born an "Army Brat", Erika Ashby has been residing in Oklahoma the last 10 years finally putting an end to the nomad tendencies she had grown accustomed to. She's a happy and slightly crazy mother of four. She has an insane passion for music and embraces her Inner Groupie any chance she has. It wasn't until the age of 29 that she realized she also had a hidden passion for reading; before then she claimed to have hated it. Six months after unlocking that deep desire she never knew she held, she turned the key to another chapter of her life which has become the desire to write. And the rest is still history in the making.

 

 

Erika’s Social Media Links:

 

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Website:  www.authorerikaashby.com

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Erika-Ashby/e/B00CMZ0LTQ/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1

 

A.E. Woodward’s Bio:


 

A.E. lives in Vacationland with her husband and two children. Between her real job and writing she finds little time to enjoy life's finer things. However in the free time she does manage to steal, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, and reading. A.E. is the author of Kismet and A Series of Imperfections: Imperfectly Perfect, Imperfectly Real, and Imperfectly Bad. She is currently writing her fifth book, Working Girl.

 

A.E. Woodward’s Social Media Links:

 

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Cover Reveal: Becoming Lady Thomas by K. Webster

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TITLE: Becoming Lady Thomas
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Synopsis:
Elisabeth Merriweather has one destiny.

His name is William.

The moment William returns from university, he has promised to marry his childhood sweetheart, Elisabeth. Unfortunately, as he prepares to propose, they learn that her father has done the unthinkable. In an effort to save their farm, he has incurred an exuberant amount of gambling debts that he cannot ever repay and become involved with a man of incredible wealth and power.

His name is Lord Thomas.

When the debtor decides to pardon the debt in exchange for one simple favor, Elisabeth’s father wholeheartedly agrees. Lord Thomas, upon seeing the portrait of the three beautiful daughters, negotiates to marry the daughter of his choosing. 

He chooses Elisabeth.

What happens when Elisabeth’s entire life plan is overturned by one simple deal with the devil and she’s whisked away to London as his prize?

Will her traitorous heart fall for Lord Thomas, or will it stay true to William?




Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Release Blitz/Review: When I Fall (Alabama Summer #3) by J. Daniels

RELEASE DAY BLITZ

Title: When I Fall

Series: Alabama Summer #3

Author: J Daniels

Release Date:  March 17, 2015

 



SYNOPSIS

From NY Times and USA Today Bestselling author, J. Daniels

Book three in the Alabama Summer series.

For the past nine years, I’ve kept my heart as far away from my dick as possible.

Those two can’t be anywhere near each other. They don’t play nice, and one of them undoubtedly winds up getting hurt.

Not my dick. My dick is good.

The women I take home know exactly what they’re getting from me—sex. Nothing more. At least, that’s what’s supposed to happen. The sweet brunette from Kentucky I set my sights on tonight shouldn’t have been any different. I had her right where I wanted her. Where I needed her. But when my past comes walking into McGill’s pub, the woman in my arms decides to take things to a whole new level, putting me into a situation I never saw coming.

My heart is about to get fucked. My dick can sit this one out.

*** Warning: This book is recommended for readers over the age of 18 due to strong language and explicit sexual content.When I Fall can be read as a standalone novel.



 

GOODREADS LINK: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23014216-when-i-fall

 

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REVIEW: 5 Stars

Received ARC for honest review...


This is the third book in this series and I've had the pleasure of reviewing the last 2.  J. Daniels has a way of bringing you in and giving you something you can't put down.   

-Reed has had his heart broken, he's cut off his feelings for women and only seeks them out for one thing -sex- lots and lots of it.  He doesn't allow them anything more than that moment.  And a major rule for him, NO KISSING!!  Then the B that broke this man is back in town and he's having a hard time dealing with that idea. 

-Beth has left a "relationship" she's been in, one where the verbal abuse has been a big part of, she goes to a town where she now has a family.   She's had a hard time but looks on the good side of it all.   When she and Reed meet... And she surprises him with a Kiss... A Friendship that blooms into something beautiful! I loved this book.  I loved the funny moments, and everything included.  I need me some Reed!!

-Maggie for Firefly Book Blog

 

 

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AUTHOR BIO

J. Daniels was born and raised in Maryland.

After putting her kids to bed, she escapes into her cheeky world where some of her characters kiss, and some of them do a lot more than kiss.

She is an avid reader and enjoys everything from unconventional romance to fantasy novels.

 

AUTHOR LINKS

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GIVEAWAY

There is a giveaway for a signed paperback set of all 3 books in the Alabama Summer Series (International).

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Thursday, March 12, 2015

Blog Tour/Review: Keeping King (Rock Fall Series #4) by Anne Jolin


✦!!✦ #BlogTour ➜ #KeepingKing by Anne Jolin ✦!!✦

Genre: #ContemporaryRomance

Series: Rock Falls #4


✦!!✦ SYNOPSIS ✦!!✦

***Can be read as a standalone or as part of the Rock Falls series.***

Peyton Callaghan is a fighter, a survivor, a warrior. When it was kill or be killed, she didn’t hesitate. Now, she’s the only one left standing, haunted by the ghost of a dead man and plagued with the guilt of having taken another person’s life. The upheaval of her life to start over in Rock Falls has been rocky at best, her worst nightmares and wildest desires colliding with each other. Terror tortures her nightly, breeding fear inside her dreams, and in every waking moment, she fights against the lust that threatens to drown her.

 

Jayden King harbors secrets beneath his outward playboy demeanor. The women who warm his bed lay claim to nothing—you can’t lay claim to someone who doesn’t have a heart. His wit and charm are exquisite means of deflection and distraction from the turmoil roaring inside him. He’s hidden in plain sight, a mask of humor keeping the sadness at bay. The only real reflections of his soul are in the artwork he creates, pieces of him muraled on the skin of others. If tattoo artists could have a calling card, the etch of pain and suffering in each design would be his. Because when the lights go out and the women he’s satisfied have gone home, he’s alone with every fear he refuses to face.

 

After suffering from a brutal attack at the hands of her roommate’s stalker, Peyton is forced to live with the object of her affection. Without intention, she breathes love into his starved heart, and although the mere thought of that terrifies him, Jayden would burn the city down to keep her safe, causalities be damned.

 

Some people you have. Some people you hold.

 

She can have him. She can hold him. But can she keep King? Or is it impossible for Callaghan to keep something that was never really hers to begin with?



 

✦✦ <3 ✦✦ #ONECLICK ✦✦ <3 ✦✦

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REVIEW- 

Received ARC for honest Review....

5 STARS!!! I didn't think Jayden could make me swoon as Braxton Bennett... But Holy Moly, he's seriously knocked off my knickers!! He struggles from something from his past.  He shows to his friend an happy person, but in reality he's struggles with what happened in his past. And doesn't know what to do with what he's feeling, what he's thinking.  Peyton has a past, one she's trying to forget, but her nightmares haven't let her do so. She's a fighter and is trying to survive. But when Peyton needs him, he's there for her and takes charge.  And when either of them can't keep fighting what they feel...MAJOR OVARIE EXPLOSION!!! The chemistry is -knock my socks-hold me tight-do me sideways-or any way- HOT! Love how Anne Jolin keeps surprising me more and more with each book.    Keeping King is a must read!!

-Maggie for Firefly Book Blog

✦✦ <3 ✦✦ #RockFalls Series by #AnneJolin ✦✦ <3 ✦✦


#MustRead

Chasing Rhodes, Book 1: http://bit.ly/ChasingRhodes

Choosing Henley, Book 2: http://bit.ly/ChoosingHenley

Breaking Bennett, Book 3: http://bit.ly/BreakingBennett

Keeping King, Book #4: http://bit.ly/KeepingKing ~ #NewRelease

 

✦!!✦ ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Anne Jolin ✦!!✦

I’m twenty four years old. I was born and raised in Ladner, a small farm town just outside of Vancouver, Canada. I grew up riding horses, shooting guns and riding in trucks. I’ve been married to my handsome redneck husband for a year and we are parents to our chocolate fur baby, Bear. No kiddo’s yet! I am completely and utterly obsessed with country music, you will constantly find me stalking iTunes. If you don’t find me on iTunes, you’ll find me on Netflix because I am a self proclaimed movie junkie. Yes, that means that I quote them constantly in daily conversation and my characters do too! You couldn’t keep me away from a good action movie if you tried. I’m also a planning nut. I love to plan parties, events, trips – you name it! I don’t know if that’s considered a real hobby, but it is for me.

We were fortunate enough to travel a lot as a family growing up, and I think that helped spark my love of reading. I’m half Viking, my mom is Danish, and her entire side of the family still lives in Denmark. We’d visit them almost once a year, every year and it’s a nine hour flight. That’s a lot of uninterrupted time to read (or in my parent’s case, entertain four children – Yikes!). Somewhere along the way my love of reading, became a love of writing. I wrote short stories when I was younger, and although I majored in Business Management at college, I took as many English electives I could get my hands on.

During the day I work at my family construction company wearing a variety of different hats and at night, I write! I had never thought about writing books before, but after a few suggestions that I should try, I decided to give it a go. I loved it instantly! Having always been a creative person, it felt amazing to harness all that energy and use it to tell a story. Now, quite frankly it’s all I can think about, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I’m grateful to have developed my love of reading into a passion for writing. You’ll be seeing many more books from me in the future! Xo.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorannejolin

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Website: http://www.annejolin.com/

 

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Cover Reveal: Instigation (Book 1) by Tessa Teevan

Instigation, Book 1 in The Clandestine Affairs Trilogy

Genre: Contemporary Romance/ Romantic Suspense—Full Length Novel

Release Day: April 20, 215

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24409158-instigation?from_search=true

 

 



Synopsis

Breaking up is hard to do. 

Three years after her life changed forever, Gabriella Latham finally has it all. Killer job [if working for her boyfriend counts]. Killer closet [even if she doesn't technically own any of it]. Killer boyfriend [who refuses to let her leave him, even when she tries]. Unfortunately for her, the last part isn't hyperbole. She just doesn't know it yet.

Adrian Morningstar was a dream come true. No one had ever loved her more, and for the first time, in longer than she could remember, she was no longer alone. He was the Prince Charming to her Cinderella, until suddenly he became the Beast from whom she could not escape.

Until him.

When Rafe Matthews is hired to oversee the guest home construction of one of the most powerful businessmen in the country, he finally has his in. Nothing will get in the way of what he sets out to do. 

Until her.

Watching from the shadows, he's drawn to the beautiful, isolated woman of the house. His curiosity is piqued and he has to have her. She may be taken by the boss, but that's not enough to stop him. Or her.

It leads to a game of cat and mouse. But who is the true predator? And who is the prey?

Nothing is quite as it seems. 

Passions ignite. Tempers flare. Secrets kill.

 

 


 

Playlist 

Instigation

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Teeny Tiny Teaser

"You know too much as it is. It's too late. God, I'm so fucking sorry for this. Sometimes I wish I'd never laid eyes on you that day. That I'd just kept going. And yet, no matter what happens, I'll cherish the memories we had for the rest of my life. I couldn’t live without them, as selfish as that sounds. But then again, I think you've found I'm a selfish man."

 

 

Pre Order Links

Pre-Release Pre-Order Sale 99 cents! Will be $2.99 once it goes live

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 About the Author:


I'm a twenty something book junkie who is also obsessed with sports. Bengals, Buckeyes, Reds are my teams! I work for the government during the day, hang out with Air National Guard on the weekends, and have been married to my own book boyfriend for over seven years. We currently live right outside of Dayton, OH with our two cats. 

 

If I’m not writing or looking through tons of photos of hot men, all in the name of research, then you can probably find me curled up with my Kindle, ignoring the rest of the world. I love my sports almost as much as I love my books. My other obsessions include red wine, hot men, country music, and all things Grace Potter.  

 

Connect with the Author

Website: http://tessateevanauthor.blogspot.com/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/tessateevanauthor

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TessaTeevan

Email: tessateevanauthor@gmail.com

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