Sunday, January 11, 2015

The Chaser Series (Tag Chaser, Song Chaser, and Straight No Chaser) by Kandi Steiner *~*~*~* Blog Tour and Review

Series: The Chaser series
Titles included: Tag Chaser, Song Chaser, and Straight No Chaser
Author: Kandi Steiner
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Tag Chaser:
Paisley Bronson is a 27 year old successful advertising professional, but the most exciting part of her life happens outside of work. Claiming the life of a tag chaser toward the end of her college career has taught her one thing - never get too close. She has enjoyed her dating lifestyle, but when her best friend makes a bet that she won't ever be able to date a normal guy, her competitive nature takes control and she vows to change the game.
When Paisley meets the incredibly handsome and practically perfect Corbin Ray, she begins to think keeping her word might be easier than she thought. But when an accidental discovery reveals that Corbin is in the Army, she knows she must run the other way and never look back. Although it kills her, she aims to move on and look for a new prospect.
There's just one small problem.
Paisley's been assigned a new client at work, and his name is Corbin Ray.
Will Paisley and Corbin give in to the chemistry between them, or will their past and present complications keep them apart?
Immerse yourself in this fun and irresistibly naughty game of cat and mouse.

Song Chaser:
For more than a year, Tanner West has tried to shake his feelings for his long time best friend, Paisley Bronson. She was the perfect girl to fit the lyrics in all his favorite songs – the girl he had always wanted. When she fell in love with another man before Tanner had the chance to tell her how he felt, he was left with no resolve to find love again. Burying himself in school and easy girls has become his new lifestyle, but when Kellee Brooks shows up at his favorite bar, he begins to think there may be another verse to his song, after all.
Kellee Brooks moved to New York City for one thing: escape. Growing up in a small town where her entire life was planned out for her, she’s desperate to break free and find herself without following the same path as her mom. Kellee thought working at the local dive bar would mean more money for school, but when she meets the smoldering, scarred honey eyes of Tanner West, she finds there’s much more hiding in the smoky building than just a few tips.
With Paisley still haunting Tanner and Kellee vowing to save anyone the trouble of loving her, will the pain and fear keep them apart – or will they find a way to rewrite their song together?
Break free with this heartbreaking story of letting go and letting love in.

Straight No Chaser:
Tanner West has been through a lot when it comes to his best friend, Paisley Bronson. From being there through her dark past to falling in love with her while she fell for someone else, their story is far from perfect. After Tanner found his true love in Kellee Brooks, things began to fall into place. But when Paisley calls Tanner with surprising news, asking him to step up to the best friend plate once again, he must decide if he's up for the challenge.
This is a short story bromance and should be read after Tag Chaser and Song Chaser.
Tag Chaser
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Tag Chaser (Chaser #1) by Kandi Steiner
Review by Theresa Esterline
Stars: 5 

This "chaser" turns into a runner! Wonderful story of recovering from betrayal and facing your fears head on ... after a bit of running :) My husband has to travel for work and is sometimes gone 3-4 weeks, I can't even imagine what it would be like if he was deployed. Gone for months at a time fighting for his life and our freedom. Thanks to all those who serve or have family in the service. And now a bit about the book ...

Paisley and McKenzie are best friends and have been for quite a while. Neither of them have settled down yet, even though they graduated from college a few years ago. Tonight they are heading to their favorite bar, where everyone knows their name. As Kenz is ordering, Paisley notices some creep checking her out. She tries to move away from him and somewhat succeeds as they make it to the dance floor. But in no time, Mr. Creepster is grinding up against Kenz, Paisley tells him to get lost so of course he grabs her next. He is revolting, drunk, smells and is hurting her arms, but before she can even decide how to get out of the situation, strong arms wrap around her and pull her from danger. She is mesmerized by the Dreamboat who is about to deck Mr. Creepster, she jumps in before that happens, if they fight he'll get kicked out before she can get to know him. The bouncers remove the creepy drunk and now the fun begins. There is only one problem, Paisley just made a bet with Kenz to stop chasing after military men. Anyone want to bet if the muscular knight in shinning armor is in the service?

Favorite passage: "I think I'm more of a dark knight than a knight in shinning armor."




Song Chaser (Chaser #2) by Kandi Steiner
Review by Theresa Esterline
Stars: 5 

Will his chasing lead him to the right girl this time?

When I think of Tanner and think of someone who is funny, cocky, lovable, and giving. He is the best friend you will ever want. But when he tells Paisley, his best friend, he loves her -- she adds one more characteristic to the list: broken. This is a great romance about moving on, being honest, fighting the urge to run and fighting for what you want. There are great comic relief moments with Mee Ma and of course the too hot to handle moments - especially when Tanner signs to Kellee. This is one chase you don't want to miss! And now a bit about the story...

Tanner is almost finished with med school and instead of celebrating his accomplishments, he is either throwing himself into his work or attempting to sleep off the jack and coke from the night before. He has lost Paisley, she didn't love him back, and now he doesn't know what to do. He has moped for a year. Some buddies get him to the bar one night and he sees Kellee - it isn't long before the banter between them leads to their first date. Now the only problem is can they choose happiness? Kellee is afraid she will repeat steps from her past and hurt him and he still isn't over Paisley...

Favorite passages: 
- She may be hot, but I honestly want to slam my head into the bar. I could have better conversations with a chalkboard.
- "Nothing good in this life comes without pain, but you'll never figure that out if you can't stick around long enough to see the rainbow that comes after the storm."
- "I can handle the gobbler, you just worry about your cock."




Straight No Chaser (Chaser #2.5) by Kandi Steiner
Review by Theresa Esterline
Stars: 5 

Great story of Tanner and Corbin getting closer. There is drinking, stripping, fighting and a wedding! Be sure you have read both books in the Chaser series first.



Kandi Steiner is a Creative Writing and Advertising/Public Relations graduate from the University of Central Florida living in Tampa with her husband. Kandi works full time as a social media specialist, but also works part time as a Zumba fitness instructor and blackjack dealer.
Kandi started writing back in the 4th grade after reading the first Harry Potter installment. In 6th grade, she wrote and edited her own newspaper and distributed to her classmates. Eventually, the principal caught on and the newspaper was quickly halted, though Kandi tried fighting for her “freedom of press.” She took particular interest in writing romance after college, as she has always been a die hard hopeless romantic (like most girls brought up on Disney movies).
When Kandi isn’t working or writing, you can find her reading books of all kinds, talking with her extremely vocal cat, and spending time with her friends and family. She enjoys beach days, movie marathons, live music, craft beer and sweet wine – not necessarily in that order.

Saturday, January 10, 2015

Don't Close Your Eyes (Bryant Brothers #1) by Hilary Storm *~*~*~*~* Blog Tour & Review


Synopsis 
My life ended the day I answered the door and found out James had died.  Writing has become my only release and secluding myself from the people who constantly judge me for my way of grieving has made me famous.  I'm not ready to love again, in fact it's not even a thought.  Someone needs to tell that to Liam.  He's breaking through all of the walls I've worked so hard to create.  How can one man be so intriguing?  He just gets me, maybe a little too well.


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Chapter One
Olivia
These bags are extremely heavy.  I should've asked Michael to help me, but I'd hate to inconvenience him and his new wife.  There really isn't anyone else to call for help since they've all stepped out of my 'crazy' world; the sudden changes I made scared everyone off.  I can still hear their comments about how unstable I am.  'Who quits their job to write a book?'  Yeah, well bitches, I did.  I've written five novels in a series and I have plans for so many more, but none of them know that.  They seriously think I sit here in my apartment and grieve. 
I didn't become a New York Times bestselling author by crying myself to sleep at night.  I don't have time for tears; there are places to go and people to meet.  I'm headed to a book signing in New York City.  It's a privilege to even be invited to this event.  A part of me is excited and another is dreading this day. 
I just wish I could have one more day with him.  I'd love to show him that I'm doing it, even though our friends and family have zero faith in me.  He always believed in me and supported me in everything I set out to do.  Very few people find a person who truly comes through for them when they have off the wall ideas.  You know, like work as an accountant for six years and then one day decide you'd like to write a book.  I guess it didn't help that I decided to do that exactly one month from the day he died. 
He would’ve been one hundred percent behind me, but he's not here, so I go it alone.  Don't get me wrong, I miss him like crazy, but that won’t bring him back to me.  As for everyone else, they stepped away from me when I needed the support the most.  They got off this crazy train and it doesn't circle back around to pick up passengers who jump ship.  Michael’s the only one who has had much to do with me since I 'went crazy'.
To be honest, my emotions were so out of control that it took me spilling it all onto paper for me to be able to cope with everything.  I miss him so much and everyone wants me to 'talk' about it.  I just can't and it's easier to work through my demons on my own.

I finally work my way past airport security after checking my luggage.  Obviously, security isn't getting any easier to pass through because I had to be scanned separately from the others.  It's probably because they sense the 'crazy' that the others speak of.  This loneliness is partly my fault, but it would've been nice for them to believe in me a little.    

The flight is full of people and should be interesting.  I haven't been in a crowd of people since the funeral almost a year ago.  This is a big step for me, though.  A book signing in New York City is huge for an author to attend, never mind the fact that I've always wanted to go there.  James and I talked about traveling there together many times.
I sit in my window seat and hope for the peace I need to stay focused on my inner strength to get through this weekend.  My ear buds begin to blare one of my favorite Hinder songs and I pull my magazine out of my bag to stay entertained for the non-stop flight across the states. 
The passengers keep piling in and I begin to wonder just how large this airplane is.  I paid extra money to fly First Class in hopes of staying under the radar of any chatty passengers and kids that don't mind their parents.
I’m trying to stay focused on my article while someone is reaching over my head to load his luggage, completely distracting me.  I really should’ve purchased the seat next to me.  Why didn't I think of that before now?  Even with the help of the flight attendant he has to force the bags into the compartment.  How the hell much stuff does he have?
I purposely don't make eye contact with him after he flops into the seat right beside mine.  His leg pushes against mine a few times and he seems extremely restless.  I'm not sure if it's intentional, but it seems that way. 
We begin to prepare for take off so I pull out my ear buds to hear all of the safety information.  Watching and listening to the flight attendant give her instructions kind of overwhelms me, but I'm sure it'll all come to me in case of a true emergency.  It's not like we'll survive if this huge bird has a real emergency anyway.
I slip the buds back in for take off and begin to read again.  It isn't until he presses his leg into mine again that I begin to get irritated.  His posture is slouched and he's noticeably oblivious to the fact that he's invading my space with his huge legs spread open like that.    
"Excuse me."  I yank out an ear bud and let it fall against my chest while I use my hand to gesture toward his leg.  I'm sure my face is telling him exactly how I feel, because it never lies.  I have a very shitty poker face.
"No worries.  You're not bothering me."  The shock on my face from his audacity has him smiling. 
"You're bothering me.  So if you don't mind, please move your leg."  I sit back in hopes of him doing as I ask and grab the ear bud to reposition.
"Nah.  I don't mind.  Sorry, ma'am."  Ah HELL NO.  He did NOT just call me ma'am.  That makes me feel so damn old.  I choose to attempt to ignore him and move to plug my ear again, but hell if it doesn't bother me.  His stare begins to heat my skin—you know, like the weird feeling you get when you can tell someone is watching you.  I shift so that I'm turned more toward the window and try to enjoy the view of the landscape below.  The feel of his leg brushing up against mine again causes me to pull further away from him.  I notice the touch of his finger on my shoulder and everything inside of me wants to stand up and scream for this creep to get off of me.  My head whips around to glare at him when I notice the attendant staring at me in the aisle.
"Would you care for something to drink?" 
"Yes, I'll take a water, please." 
"One water, one Jack and Coke.  I'll be right back."  Why do I let it shock me that this character is drinking at 8:30 in the morning?  It really shouldn't shock me at all.
"Don't you think it's kind of early to be drinking like that?"
"It's okay.  I drink Coke any time of day!"
"Right.... Well, good luck with that."
"You're pretty stiff.  You could probably use a drink like that yourself!"
"I'm not stiff, so keep your comments to yourself, if you don't mind."
"I think you are stiff and you have to live a little, but I’ll work on keeping that to myself."  Who does he think he is?  He doesn't get to judge me after only sitting beside me for a couple of minutes.
"You have no idea what I'm going through, so don't try to judge me based on the few minutes you've seen me today."
"Touché.  Let me apologize and maybe we can start over."  I wait for his actual apology and find myself waiting too long.  My impatience grows wild and I can't believe I'm letting this guy really get to me.  He enjoys my silence a little longer before he finally speaks.
"I’m truly sorry for calling you stiff.  Please accept my apology and let me buy you a drink."  He watches my face very closely and must finally get a clue that he’s pissing on a ticking time bomb.  He extends his hand in an introduction-like stance.
"Liam Bryant."  The disgust on my face has to be obvious as I refuse to shake his hand or willingly touch anything of his.  His sexy as hell grin flashes across his face and damn if my eyes don't betray me.  Those lips are the kind you want to watch someone run their tongue over.  There is an awkward silence before I begin to reach out to accept his introduction.
"Olivia Drake."  My eyes get caught up in his gorgeous baby blues for a few seconds before I realize our hands are still touching.  I pull back slowly and shift back in my seat. 
"Olivia Drake, what has you headed to New York City?"  Telling a stranger any more about myself is completely out of the question, so I quickly decide to be as vague as possible.
"Business trip."
"Me, too.  Do you travel there often?"
"No, this is my first time." 
The drinks arrive and he immediately asks for a second drink of the same.  "The lady will have what I'm having."  His persistence is such a pain in my ass.  This flight is going to be torture if I continue to let him get to me so I send the flight attendant a smile in agreement. 
He leans back in his seat in such a relaxed state next to my very straight, upright and uptight posture.  Taking note of that makes me realize I am stiff and tense.  I prefer to call it focused and driven, but those words don't really explain my posture.
I try to relax a bit by leaning the seat back and decide to prove to myself that I'm not stiff.  He offers me the Jack and Coke just as I have this epiphany, so I gladly accept his challenge. 


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Don't Close Your Eyes by Hilary Storm
Review by Theresa Esterline
Stars: 5

With eyes wide open...

Wow ... I was thrown for a loop on this one as the story progressed totally different then I had anticipated.  From the total sadness, to passionate kisses with eyes wide open.  And then of course there was the twist I wasn't expecting.  And now a bit about the story...

Olivia lost her loving husband a year ago.  When it happened her life changed dramatically. She quit her job, became a hermit, and in the process a best selling author.  She only has one friend left - Michael, everyone else thinks she is crazy.  But her hermit world is going to get turned upside down as she heads to New York city for an author signing.  She meets Liam on the plane and his cocky overbearing demeanor gets to her right away.  So we are all surprised when they end up in her hotel room after the flight.  But what is even more shocking is what comes next. Don't close your eyes...

Favorite passage: Why didn't I wear a skirt today?

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Hilary Storm lives with her high school sweetheart and three children in Enid, Oklahoma. She drives her husband crazy talking about book characters everyday like they are real people. She graduated from Southwestern Oklahoma State University with an MBA in Accounting. Her passions include being a mom, writing, reading, photography, music, mocha coffee, and spending time with friends and family. She is the international best selling author of the Rebel Walking Series.

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Monday, December 29, 2014

One to Leave (One to Hold #5) by Tia Louise ~*~*~*~ Release Blitz, Excerpts & Giveaway


One to Leave (One to Hold #5) by Tia Louise



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“FIVE STARS: I swear Tia's writing gets hotter and hotter, and some of the scenes (*phew*) were extremely spicy.” –Jezabell Girl Reviews

“If you're looking for a super sexy cowboy-with-a-past to fall in love with One to Leave is definitely the book to pick up!” –Reading Past My Bedtime Reviews

“The story develops with a high level of anticipation and constant anger simmering just under the surface. And the craving…” –Anna K, Goodreads

ONE TO LEAVE
By Tia Louise

(Stuart & Mariska)

Some demons can't be shaken off.
Some wounds won't heal.

Until a pair of hazel eyes knocks you on your ass, and you realize it's time to stop running.

Keywords: military, western, alpha, billionaire, new adult, second chance, wedding, Thanksgiving, Christmas

A STAND-ALONE, ONE TO HOLD NOVEL. Adult Contemporary Romance: Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.

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Mariska

“Take off your top.” He gave the low order, and I obeyed it. My top was off in an instant, and I stood before him in only my bra and panties.
“Braid your hair.”
Blinking, I wasn’t sure where this was going, but I pulled the length over my shoulder and without breaking our intense eye contact, I started weaving my wavy locks into a thick rope over my shoulder.
“Bra.” I reached around and unfastened it. The straps tickled my hypersensitive skin as they fell down my arms. The entire garment fluttered to the floor, and his eyes broke from mine to study my body. I couldn’t breathe.
Reaching out, he cupped the bottom of my breast and slid his thumb across a tightening nipple. The rough touch of his palm against my delicate skin, the circling of his thumb around my straining buds. Hungry eyes darkened as he watched my body respond to him. Heat pulsed deep between my thighs. My breath hitched then became shallow and fast. I had no idea what he’d do next. I didn’t expect him to turn and go to the bed.
He climbed onto it and leaned against the headboard, eyes fixed on mine. I wanted to look down, to gaze at all of him, but I couldn’t.
“Remove your panties.” His voice had changed, but it still commanded. I only hesitated a moment before catching the thin sides around my thumbs and pushing them down. Standing before him completely nude, I couldn’t stop a shiver. My arms crossed over my stomach, and I tried to cover myself.
“Stop.” He spoke sharply. “Don’t cover yourself.” His eyes raked over me in a look so predatory I felt it on my skin.
I looked at him as well. His powerful, lined body was tense, ready, and his erection rose up his belly. Thick and long, I shivered at the size of it. Nothing like that had ever been inside me, still I ached for it.
“Come to me.” It was a lusty whisper speaking words I’d longed to hear since before I’d flown across the country. I crawled up the bed, but just as I reached his waist, he stopped me. “Do you want this?”
“Yes.” My voice was only a little shaky.
“I want be inside you, but first I want to be in your mouth.”
Moisture pooled between my thighs. I’d never been with a man who made demands, who told me exactly what he wanted and expected me to deliver, but it only intensified my feelings for him.
I leaned down to follow instructions, but he stopped me. “I want to taste you as well. I want to hear you come before I sink between your thighs.”
My brow must have lined because the slightest grin softened his stern face. He pulled me against his chest, and warm breath drifted across my cheek as he spoke to me.
“Beautiful Mariska.” Hands in my hair, he consumed my mouth.
A moan ached from my chest and was lost in him. Strong fingers tightened against my skull, holding me forcefully, taking no prisoners. I moaned again as he pulled my lip between his teeth before pillaging my mouth once more. I held his wrists, my head light.
In that moment, he pushed me back against the bed. Stunned, my eyes blinked open, and I tried to get my bearings. It was all happening so fast. He sat back on his heels and gripped my thighs, pulling my hips to his mouth. He gave me one slow, lingering look before licking his tongue from the top of my clit all the way down to my opening, wet and throbbing.
“Oh, god! Stuart!” I cried, flexing my ass in his hands. I was so close, I would come for him fast.
He didn’t stop, tracing his tongue back again and slowly circling that small, powerful bud. I whimpered as he repeated the figure eight pattern, circling and sucking until I saw stars.

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Tia Louise is a former journalist, world-traveler, and collector of beautiful men (who inspire all of her stories... wink)—turned wife, mommy, and novelist.

She lives in the center of the U.S.A. with her lovely family and one grumpy cat. There, she dreams up stories she hopes are engaging, hot, and sexy, and that cause readers rethink common public locations~

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Books by Tia Louise:
One to Hold (Derek & Melissa), 2013
One to Keep (Patrick & Elaine), 2014
One to Protect (Derek & Melissa), 2014
One to Love (Kenny & Slayde), 2014
One to Leave (Stuart & Mariska), Dec. 29, 2014

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Friday, December 19, 2014

That Man 5 (The Wedding Story Part 2) by Nelle L’Amour ~*~*~*~*~ Release Day Blitz & Giveaway

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Title: That Man 5 (The Wedding Story Part 2)
Genre: New Adult Erotic Romance
Release Date: December 19, 2014
Cover Artist: Arijana Karcic, Cover It! Designs
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Synopsis
The highly anticipated epic conclusion to the USA Today bestselling THAT MAN series. You are invited to the wedding of the century. Attire: Be prepared to laugh, cry, and swoon. Sexy as sin Blake Burns and his tiger, Jennifer McCoy, are finally going to tie the knot. Or not. While a delusional, jealous ex and looming dark secret from Blake’s past still threaten their relationship, an unexpected life-or-death event may send their “I do’s” into Neverland. Battling against formidable odds, will Blake and Jennifer get their happily ever after? Only a miracle—and that man—can make it happen.  
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“Am I hurting you?” I asked nervously as I slowly withdrew. “ Oh, Blake you feel amazing. I’ve missed you so much.” “The same, baby.” Relief crashed through me. It felt so fucking good to be home. I thrust my cock back into her, ready to ravish her. But I controlled my strokes, starting off slowly, and then gradually picked up my pace. A look of rapture washed over her face. “Faster, harder, Blake! I’m not going to break.” In no time, I was pounding into her, ruthlessly and relentlessly. You’d think my cock would have no stamina after two months with no pussy, but let me tell you, Mr. Burns was blessed with muscle memory. There are fucks. And there are epic fucks. We were heading toward the latter. My cock was in overdrive, and every magic spot was within striking distance. She clutched my biceps to give her more leverage and rocked her hips into mine with each powerful thrust. I’d almost forgotten how fucking fantastic it felt to fuck her. She was so tight, so wet, so hot. And so mine. “Don’t stop,” she panted out. “Don’t worry baby. Not a chance in hell.” I wasn’t going to stop hammering her until the elderly, hard-of-hearing couple next door was calling security. Our eyes never lost contact. Her face flushed with lust as my cock continued to plunder her sweet pussy. I grunted and growled. She howled. There was something so urgent and savage about this position that brought out our inner animals. My insatiable tiger was back, and my cock was back where it belonged with feral ferocity. I had newfound respect for the men who served our country. Especially those stationed on ships in the middle of nowhere or twenty thousand leagues under the sea in submarines. I mean, how the fuck did they do it? Months away from loved ones and no pussy. They all deserved medals of honor for their courage and bravery. I was about to get a medal of my own. I’d never lasted this long. Deep inside me, I never wanted her to let me go. She began to sob, “Oh God, oh God,” and my fears bounced back into my head. “Tell me you’re okay, baby.” Borderline panic. She nodded feverishly. “Yes, yes, yes! I’m coming! My balls retracted as she convulsed around my pulsating cock. On the roar of my name, I slammed into her one more time and my own massive orgasm assaulted me. I’m talking nuclear. My whole body jerked as my hot release showered her magnificent pussy. Our half-mast eyes stayed locked in a haze of passion.  
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Nelle L’Amour is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who lives in Los Angeles with her Prince Charming-ish husband, twin teenage princesses, and a bevy of royal pain-in-the-butt pets. A former executive in the entertainment and toy industries with a prestigious Humanitus Award to her credit, she gave up playing with Barbies a long time ago but still enjoys playing with toys with her husband. While she writes in her PJs, she loves to get dressed up and pretend she’s Hollywood royalty.
Her books include the highly rated Seduced by the Park Avenue Billionaire Boxed Set, Undying Love, Gloria’s Secret, Gloria’s Revenge and the That Man trilogy. Gloria’s Forever, a novella, will be published in Spring 2014.

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Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Christmas Wish: A Holiday Novella by Danielle Jamie ~*~*~*~*~ Blog Tour & Review







Originally in Mistletoe & Kisses anthology. This is the full version with 16,500 more words added.

*If you love Hallmark Christmas Movies and steamy romance novels then this is the perfect holiday read for you!!*



Callie Greenwood’s life has never been easy. Her father up and left when she was six and her mother passed away from breast cancer when she was just thirteen, leaving her grandparents to raise her. But since her grandfather passed away and her grandmother was put into a nursing home, she’s been on her own.


Desperate for love, Callie foolishly settled for the cliché bad boy, thinking he would change his ways for her. Sadly, she learns the hard way that life doesn’t care how bad you have it, and that you can’t make someone love you. When Callie needs Jase the most he abandons her, just like her father did sixteen years ago.


Determined to not spend the holidays alone, Callie decides to spend the holidays at her Aunt Ella's bed and breakfast in Lake George, New York.


Little does she know that everything for her will change when she checks in to the quaint town at Christmas. Callie expected to spend two weeks sipping cocoa by the fire place, listening to Bing Crosby and spending time with her Aunt. The last she ever expected was to meet the handsome but mysterious Brody O’Reilly...


This Christmas heartbreak, secrets, and romance will collide making it a holiday she’ll not soon forget.














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Christmas Wish: A Holiday Novella by Danielle Jamie
Review by Theresa Esterline
Stars: 5
Find your kryptonite this Christmas, Brody did!

OMG what an awesome Christmas story!! A great happy ever after story that will tug at your heart strings, have you laughing out loud, wanting to strangle the characters when they just won't open up, and of course wanting to kick the bad guy in the balls! Also if you have young kids you will fall in love with Corbin and be able to relate to all of his favorite shows! And now a bit about the story...

Callie has lost almost everyone close to her. All she has left is her grandmother who took over raising her when her mother died and her aunt who isn't that much older. She has survived though, she got her cosmetology license and is supporting herself. They when she finds out she has accidentally gotten pregnant by her on again off again boyfriend her whole world turns upside down. Trying to escape his lying and cheating ways she decides to visit her Aunt Ella for Christmas where she gets the 2nd best present ever!

Favorite passages:
- “Oh, he has the face of an angel, but don’t underestimate him. He hides his little devil horns well.”
- I love a girl with a little meat on her bones. Who wants to snuggle up with a skeleton?”
- “I’m so sorry, Brody. I won’t bullshit you and feed you a line about how it will get easier, because I know it won’t. You don’t get over losing someone you love. You just learn to live through the pain every day as you try to have some kind of normalcy in your life.”
- If she doesn’t keep her distance, then I’m screwed, because there is one thing I know for certain, and that is Callie is to me what Kryptonite is to Superman: the one thing that can destroy me.
- Goodbye, 2014. You’ve been a real kick in my lady balls; I definitely will not miss you. Hello, 2015, the year of success and new adventures.
- “You sat around this fucking place moping like a damn child for the last six days. If I didn’t know any better, I’d say you’re having your goddam man-period right now.”
- “The unknown terrifies me, but you’re worth it.”



Amazon Bestselling Author and a mother of 3 wonderful kids. Madison 11 Bailey 7 and Finn 3. I run a successful online boutique, Bailey Booper’s Boutique; many of my items featured on Teen Mom 2.


I live in a small town in NY with my husband of 11 years, enjoying my happily ever after. My perfect day is spending time at the beach, I love the Ocean. I’m an outdoorsy type of girl; every chance I get I’m outside walking or running around with my kids.


I have been writing for as long as I can remember but I finally decide to pursue my dreams of sharing my stories with the world when I published my first Novel Irresistible Desire back in March 2013.