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Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Beautiful Chaos (A Day By Day #3) by Brooke Parker *~*~*~*~* Release Blitz



Beautiful Chaos (A Day By Day #3) by Brooke Parker




Vivian Day was a combination of sass and sexiness rolled up into one gorgeous drama queen. The baby of the family, she was accustomed to being catered to a bit too much for my taste, which was fine since she was my friend’s little sister—off limits. Still, one impulsive offer to help her finds us tangled in a chemistry that is off the charts. When she presents the idea of a one-night, don’t ask, don’t tell arrangement, my self-control can only be stretched so far. 

Beckett Jenkins was probably the ideal man for most women—attractive and financially stable with a cool, calm demeanor—but seriously, where’s the fun in that? His insane but too-good-to-be-true offer to help me with my financial situation sounded great until I started getting comfortable in our new relationship and our sexual tension became a fuse waiting to be lit. What I never predicted was that in the end, Beckett would end up breaking my heart.  




About the Author:

BROOKE PARKER IS A CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE AUTHOR WHO LOVES BRINGING QUIRKY, LIGHTHEARTED, AND LOVABLE CHARACTERS TO LIFE.  

WITH A BACKGROUND IN EDUCATION AND YEARS OF PRACTICE AS A STAY-AT-HOME MOM, WRITING A BOOK WAS NEVER SOMETHING BROOKE THOUGHT TO ACCOMPLISH IN LIFE, BUT WHEN THE STORIES IN HER HEAD TOOK OVER, THE WORDS POURED OUT. SHE’S HOPELESS WHEN IT COMES TO A GOOD LOVE STORY. 
CONNECT WITH BROOKE ON FACEBOOK @BROOKEPARKERAUTHOR, her website: https://brookeparkerauthor.com/ OR EMAIL BROOKEPARKERAUTHOR@GMAIL.COM TO STAY UP TO DATE WITH NEW RELEASES, BOOK SIGNINGS, AND MORE!



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Too Dangerous (The Lewis Cousins #5) by Bethany Lopez *~*~*~*~*~* Blog Tour, Excerpt & Series Review

Today we are celebrating the release of TOO DANGEROUS by Bethany Lopez. It is the fifth, and final, book in the Lewis Cousins series.

As an added bonus, you can now get the first book in the series TOO TEMPTING for free!!

 

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Too Dangerous by Bethany Lopez

(The Lewis Cousins, #5) Contemporary Romance

Synopsis:

Jasmine's worked hard to get where she is, a tough, savvy woman in a male dominated business.
Shane's just trying to get by. Trying to build a life for himself away from the pitfalls of his past. She's always kept him at arm’s length, afraid to ignite the passion that sparks whenever he's near. He does everything in his power to remind her of what she's missing. Now, Shane needs a wife, and Jazzy's the only one who can help him. Too Dangerous is the fifth and final book in the Lewis Cousins series by Bethany Lopez.

Purchase Now:

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Add the book to Goodreads


 I Heart Books Review 

Too Dangerous (The Lewis Cousins #5) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Opening your heart can be dangerous...

The Lewis Cousins are back in this fifth story. Will Jasmine get her happy ever after like the rest of the cousins... or is she too stubborn? Set in Cherry Springs with a trip to Vegas and Gabe's camp this is a fast paced romance you may need a tissue for! And now a bit about the story...

Shane and Jasmine have always joked around.  Shane seems to have it bad, but Jasmine won't give him the time of day. She's too worried about his dangerous player ways... but it's actually him that should be scared of him! An impromptu trip turns into a wedding and a week at camp into a honeymoon... what's next... Kids???

Favorite passage: “When I read the songs he wrote.”

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.


EXCERPT

“You see, I got married, so, I’m cutting out the flirting and teasing, out of respect for my wife.”
Her mouth dropped open so quickly it was almost comical.
“No way,” she denied, shaking her head. “You can’t be married, you don’t even date anyone. It would be all over the grapevine by now.”
I chuckled, because, honestly, I was surprised all of Cherry Springs didn’t know about Jazzy and me by now.
Gail glanced down at my naked ring finger and I fought the urge to move my hand out of sight.
“It’s true,” I told her. “Jasmine Lewis and I said our vows in Las Vegas. We just got back from our honeymoon.”
“Jasmine? I see. Well, then, congratulations, I guess,” she said with a frown before spinning on her heel.
“Thanks for that, I guess,” I called out after her, shaking my head and taking a rag out to wipe down the bar.
“Well, the lid is getting blown off now,” Becs said from behind me. “Hearts will be breaking all over Cherry Springs tonight.”
I turned to look at her questioningly, then followed her gaze to where Gail was standing with a group of women and all eyes were on me.
I waved.
“They’ll get over it.”
“I’m not so sure they will,” Becs said with a sigh. “You were the last single guy in town who’s not either a prick, mama’s boy, or bum.”
I chuckled.
“That’s not true, Becs, there’s plenty a good ones around. What about Mikey from the hardware store, or Donovan from the autobody shop,” I asked. “Oh, and didn’t you have a date with Trevon, that guy who owns the boxing club?”
“Trevon’s dating someone else, Donovan hasn’t brushed his teeth since twenty twelve, and Mikey lives in his mom’s basement.”
“Oh,” I said, not knowing what to say, since none of that sounded promising. “And, gross… But, Becs, there are more than three single blokes in Cherry Springs. Maybe you should try meeting them somewhere other than here, at the bar.”

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TOO TEMPTING (Available now for FREE!)

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I Heart Books Review 

Too Temping (The Lewis Cousins #1) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐


Temptations, temptations...

Funny romance with a hint of drama. I enjoyed the story being told from both perspectives. The budding romance tempted or main characters, while the red vines tempted me and I'm sad to say I didn't have any on hand. And now a bit about the story...

Imagine signing up to volunteer at your nephew's summer camp, but you get the dates mixed up. Now to make sure this is really Camp Gabriel Lewis and not Camp Crystal Lake! On the other hand, imagine seeing a beautiful and lost woman wondering around your camp. Gabe had a strict no girl or boy friends at the camp start up, but Zoey was about to break many of his rules...

Favorite passages:
- It looked like that’s what we had to do for the good things in life … wait.
- I guess you didn’t know what you were missing until you had a taste of it.


TOO COMPLICATED (Available now!)

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I Heart Books Review 

Too Complicated (The Lewis Cousins #2) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Camp may be over, but the Complications are just getting started!!

Too Complicated picks up shortly after Too Tempting ends. You could read this standalone, but knowing the history I appreciated reading them in order. This is a crazy funny story, I laughed out loud countless times. It is tender and loving, daring, complicated, with a touch of frustration. And now a bit about the story...

The Lewis and Zahn clans are both back and now living in Cherry Springs. A few cousins still haven't moved back full time, but most are back. This story features Chloe and Reardon, but has carryover for Gabe and Zoey, plus hints at what's coming next. Reardon has loved Chloe since he first saw her 14 years ago, but she picked Gabe. Football stud over geeky lawyer, story of his life... But she was back and Gabe was taken. Now to work his magic on her before someone else snatches her up first!

Favorite passages:
- “You can’t just roll over at her feet and beg her to scratch your belly. Women like a challenge.”
- “Baby, win or lose, I’ll mount anything you’d like.”

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.



TOO DISTRACTING (Available now!)

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I Heart Books Review 

Too Distracting (The Lewis Cousins #3) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Pranks can be harmless...

The Lewis Cousins are back! Two of the five have met their match and next up is Dillon. This story will have you laughing, angry with the bad boyfriend and evil parents, and hoping for forgiveness. As in any relationship, communication is key! Though these two dance around they are also pretty direct, so nice change of pace. And now a bit about the story...

Dillon has the house, he wants kids, now just to find the right woman. Also back in town is his sister's best friend, she tortured him with her pranks and now he's agreed to help her with her business plan. Laurel drives him crazy, he tries to avoid her at all costs. Of course then he saw her in the bar without knowing it was he and thought about taking her home. Then there was that dress she wore to their last meeting. Lord she was going to kill him! If you remember from book 2, Laurel has been in love with Dillon since she was nine. Can he get over the pranks???

Favorite passage: Oh my God, I can’t believe I just did that, seemed to be my theme of the night.

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.


 

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TOO ENCHANTING (Available Now!)

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I Heart Books Review 

Too Enchanting (The Lewis Cousins #4) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Not your average girl next door... 

Couldn't put this one down!  Of course, I've been a fan of the Lewis cousins for a while now!  They love each other, tease each other, and watch out for each other.  Finally Serena, their long lost cousin is returning.  But dig living away from Cherry Springs turn into an ice princess?  The cousins have also adopted two new 'cousins' into the fold, and as it turns out Jed, one of the new cousins, will be Serena's new neighbor.  And now a bit about the story...

Serena has just moved into her new place and can't wait to get started at her new job - getting the gallery ready to open!  Except her new HOT neighbor seems to be a little rude.  If only she could place him.  And why does he have to be sooo rude when he looks sooo good.  But it doesn't take long to discover she already knows him.  Jed, one of her cousins friend, turns out to be her neighbor.  After a few cold shoulder moments they decide maybe their first impressions were wrong and before you know it they are lip locked.  That is until Serena's high school nemesis comes to town.  Will Kylie bring out the snob in Serena and turn off Jed?  Or will Kylie's easy on the eyes persona kick Serena to the curb?

Favorite passages:
 - “Yeah, just treat her right, and you can live,”
 - “Oh my gosh, why do you always catch me during my most embarrassing moments?”

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.



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A1nt0F1SfnL._UX250_Bethany Lopez is a USA Today Bestselling author of more than thirty books and has been published since 2011. She's a lover of all things romance, which she incorporates into the books she writes, no matter the genre.

When she isn't reading or writing, she loves spending time with family and traveling whenever possible.

Bethany can usually be found with a cup of coffee or glass of wine at hand, and will never turn down a cupcake!
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Monday, April 29, 2019

The Perfect First (Fulton U #1) by Maya Hughes *~*~*~*~* Release & Review



Title: The Perfect First
Author: Maya Hughes
Genre: New Adult Romance
Cover Design: Najla Qamber, Qamber Designs
Release Date: April 25, 2019

“How long do you last in bed?” Those were her first words to me, swiftly followed up with, “And how big would you say you are?”
Cue the record scratching, what?!
Persephone Alexander. Math genius. Lover of blazers. The only girl I know who can make Heidi braids look sexy as hell. And she’s on a mission. Lose her virginity by the end of the semester.
I walked in on her interview session for potential candidates (who even does that?) and saw straight through her brave front. She’s got a list of Firsts to accomplish like she’s only got months to live. I’ve decided to be her guide for all her firsts except one. Someone’s got to keep her out of trouble. I have one rule, no sex. We even shook on it.
I’ll help her find the right guy for the job. Someone like her doesn’t need someone like me and my massive...baggage for her first time.
Drinking at a bar. Check.
Partying all night. Double check.
Skinny dipping. Triple check.
She’s unlike anyone I’ve ever met. The walls I’d put up around my heart are slowly crumbling with each touch that sets fire to my soul.
I’m the first to bend the rules. One electrifying kiss changes everything and suddenly I don’t want to be her first, I want to be her only. But her plan was written before I came onto the scene and now I’m determined to get her to re-write her future with me.



I Heart Books Reviews

The Perfect First (Fulton U #1) by Maya Hughes
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Slipping thru your fingers...

Great sports romance and the start of what looks to be a great series!! Centered in Philadelphia around football you'll feel hot and tingly all over even as you read about playing in the snow. Along with the passion you'll find fun, humor, and even anger at times. And now a bit about the story.

Reece can't wait to do better on the field than his dad did. Seph can't wait to be free, she's lost out on a lot of social aspects of life bending to her father's will. Now out from under his thumb, she's decided to go big or go home. She puts up an ad for sex on the school portal. Reece sits down across from who he thinks is his new PR consultant, but when she starts asking when he has sex last and how long his penis is, the sparks start to fly. Hold on tight and get ready, you won't want to fumble this one ;)

Favorite passages:
- “But swimming wasn’t on my list.” “Skinny-dipping was, and you can’t swim.” “Who needs to learn how to swim when I’m just trying to get naked?”
- “I am your jungle gym. Play to your heart’s content.”
- You are enough.

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.





Author Bio
Maya Hughes can often be found sneaking in another chapter while hiding in the bathroom from her kids! :-) I’m a romance writer who loves taking inspiration from everyday life, namely my husband and biggest fan. Inspiration also strikes when I hear a song, meet someone new or daydream while at soccer practice.
I’m the mom of three little ones, the wife to an amazing husband and also work full time. Some of my favorite things are cinnamon rolls, white wine, laughing until I can’t breathe and traveling with my family.

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Too Dangerous (The Lewis Cousins #5) by Bethany Lopez *~*~*~*~*~* Blog Tour & Series Review

Today we are celebrating the release of TOO DANGEROUS by Bethany Lopez. It is the fifth, and final, book in the Lewis Cousins series.

As an added bonus, you can now get the first book in the series TOO TEMPTING for free!!

 

------------------

Purchase Now:

Amazon | Apple | Kobo | Nook | Smashwords

Too Dangerous by Bethany Lopez

(The Lewis Cousins, #5) Contemporary Romance

Synopsis:

Jasmine's worked hard to get where she is, a tough, savvy woman in a male dominated business.
Shane's just trying to get by. Trying to build a life for himself away from the pitfalls of his past. She's always kept him at arm’s length, afraid to ignite the passion that sparks whenever he's near. He does everything in his power to remind her of what she's missing. Now, Shane needs a wife, and Jazzy's the only one who can help him. Too Dangerous is the fifth and final book in the Lewis Cousins series by Bethany Lopez.

Purchase Now:

Amazon | Apple | Kobo | Nook | Smashwords

Add the book to Goodreads


I Heart Books Review 

Too Dangerous (The Lewis Cousins #5) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Opening your heart can be dangerous...

The Lewis Cousins are back in this fifth story. Will Jasmine get her happy ever after like the rest of the cousins... or is she too stubborn? Set in Cherry Springs with a trip to Vegas and Gabe's camp this is a fast paced romance you may need a tissue for! And now a bit about the story...

Shane and Jasmine have always joked around.  Shane seems to have it bad, but Jasmine won't give him the time of day. She's too worried about his dangerous player ways... but it's actually him that should be scared of him! An impromptu trip turns into a wedding and a week at camp into a honeymoon... what's next... Kids???

Favorite passage: “When I read the songs he wrote.”

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.


GIVEAWAY

Enter to win a New Release Book Box!

-------------------

PURCHASE THE PREVIOUS BOOKS IN THE SERIES
temptingebook

TOO TEMPTING (Available now for FREE!)

Amazon | B&N | Kobo | iBooks | Smashwords


I Heart Books Review 

Too Temping (The Lewis Cousins #1) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Temptations, temptations...

Funny romance with a hint of drama. I enjoyed the story being told from both perspectives. The budding romance tempted or main characters, while the red vines tempted me and I'm sad to say I didn't have any on hand. And now a bit about the story...

Imagine signing up to volunteer at your nephew's summer camp, but you get the dates mixed up. Now to make sure this is really Camp Gabriel Lewis and not Camp Crystal Lake! On the other hand, imagine seeing a beautiful and lost woman wondering around your camp. Gabe had a strict no girl or boy friends at the camp start up, but Zoey was about to break many of his rules...

Favorite passages:
- It looked like that’s what we had to do for the good things in life … wait.
- I guess you didn’t know what you were missing until you had a taste of it.


TOO COMPLICATED (Available now!)

Amazon | iBooks | Kobo | Nook | Smashwords


I Heart Books Review 

Too Complicated (The Lewis Cousins #2) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Camp may be over, but the Complications are just getting started!!

Too Complicated picks up shortly after Too Tempting ends. You could read this standalone, but knowing the history I appreciated reading them in order. This is a crazy funny story, I laughed out loud countless times. It is tender and loving, daring, complicated, with a touch of frustration. And now a bit about the story...

The Lewis and Zahn clans are both back and now living in Cherry Springs. A few cousins still haven't moved back full time, but most are back. This story features Chloe and Reardon, but has carryover for Gabe and Zoey, plus hints at what's coming next. Reardon has loved Chloe since he first saw her 14 years ago, but she picked Gabe. Football stud over geeky lawyer, story of his life... But she was back and Gabe was taken. Now to work his magic on her before someone else snatches her up first!

Favorite passages:
- “You can’t just roll over at her feet and beg her to scratch your belly. Women like a challenge.”
- “Baby, win or lose, I’ll mount anything you’d like.”

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.



TOO DISTRACTING (Available now!)

Amazon | iBooks | Kobo | Nook | Smashwords


I Heart Books Review 

Too Distracting (The Lewis Cousins #3) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Pranks can be harmless...

The Lewis Cousins are back! Two of the five have met their match and next up is Dillon. This story will have you laughing, angry with the bad boyfriend and evil parents, and hoping for forgiveness. As in any relationship, communication is key! Though these two dance around they are also pretty direct, so nice change of pace. And now a bit about the story...

Dillon has the house, he wants kids, now just to find the right woman. Also back in town is his sister's best friend, she tortured him with her pranks and now he's agreed to help her with her business plan. Laurel drives him crazy, he tries to avoid her at all costs. Of course then he saw her in the bar without knowing it was he and thought about taking her home. Then there was that dress she wore to their last meeting. Lord she was going to kill him! If you remember from book 2, Laurel has been in love with Dillon since she was nine. Can he get over the pranks???

Favorite passage: Oh my God, I can’t believe I just did that, seemed to be my theme of the night.

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.


 

Brand New Look!

TOO ENCHANTING (Available Now!)

Amazon | iBooks | Kobo | Nook | Smashwords


I Heart Books Review 

Too Enchanting (The Lewis Cousins #4) by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Not your average girl next door... 

Couldn't put this one down!  Of course, I've been a fan of the Lewis cousins for a while now!  They love each other, tease each other, and watch out for each other.  Finally Serena, their long lost cousin is returning.  But dig living away from Cherry Springs turn into an ice princess?  The cousins have also adopted two new 'cousins' into the fold, and as it turns out Jed, one of the new cousins, will be Serena's new neighbor.  And now a bit about the story...

Serena has just moved into her new place and can't wait to get started at her new job - getting the gallery ready to open!  Except her new HOT neighbor seems to be a little rude.  If only she could place him.  And why does he have to be sooo rude when he looks sooo good.  But it doesn't take long to discover she already knows him.  Jed, one of her cousins friend, turns out to be her neighbor.  After a few cold shoulder moments they decide maybe their first impressions were wrong and before you know it they are lip locked.  That is until Serena's high school nemesis comes to town.  Will Kylie bring out the snob in Serena and turn off Jed?  Or will Kylie's easy on the eyes persona kick Serena to the curb?

Favorite passages:
 - “Yeah, just treat her right, and you can live,”
 - “Oh my gosh, why do you always catch me during my most embarrassing moments?”

Note: I was given a free copy and voluntarily chose to review this book.



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A1nt0F1SfnL._UX250_

Bethany Lopez is a USA Today Bestselling author of more than thirty books and has been published since 2011. She's a lover of all things romance, which she incorporates into the books she writes, no matter the genre.

When she isn't reading or writing, she loves spending time with family and traveling whenever possible.

Bethany can usually be found with a cup of coffee or glass of wine at hand, and will never turn down a cupcake!
AUTHOR LINKS:
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