Monday, October 15, 2018

Dear Jane by Kendall Ryan *~*~*~*~* Release Blitz & Review

 
         

I broke her heart ten years ago and left town. She hates me, and rightly so. It doesn’t matter that the rest of the country loves me, that I’m a starting quarterback with a multimillion-dollar contract. Because when I look in the mirror, all I see is a failure who was too young—and too afraid—to fight for what I wanted. But I’m not that guy anymore, and all I need is one shot to convince her. *** He has no idea what happened after he left. And now I’m supposed to work alongside him like we don’t have this huge, messy history? But I’m older now, wiser, and I won’t let anything stand in my way of doing a good job for this league. Not even one overpaid, arrogant player who thinks we’re going to kiss and make up. News flash, buddy: I am over you.  

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I Heart Books Review 

Dear Jane by Kendall Ryan
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Do you believe in Second Chances?

This story centers around the Chicago Hawks (fictional professional football team) assistant manager, Jane, and her first love and soon to be starting quarterback for the same team, Wes.  Chicago is the home base, though of course there are lots of away games.  The tention and comedy in the story had me groaning and laughing!  I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!  And now a bit about the story...

Jane has the best job, she loves her life.  That is until her dad, the head coach of the team, tells her her past will be joining the team.  It has been almost 10 years since she saw Wes.  How is she going to continue on as if nothing happened?  No one knows her secret from back then, not even her best friend Alex.  As Jane and Wes are pushed together the sparks fly.  But can this second chance get off the ground?

Favorite Passages:
 - “Pleeeease? For me?” I roll my eyes. “Fine. But only so you’ll stop bugging me, and I don’t have to smell you any longer.”
 - “Sorry for being such a girl.”“Don’t worry, that’s one of the main things I like about you.”

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

   

         

A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of more than two dozen titles, Kendall Ryan has sold over 1.5 million books and her books have been translated into several languages in countries around the world. She's a traditionally published author with Simon & Schuster and Harper Collins UK, as well as an independently published author. Since she first began self-publishing in 2012, she's appeared at #1 on Barnes & Noble and iBooks charts around the world. Her books have also appeared on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists more than three dozen times. Ryan has been featured in such publications as USA Today, Newsweek, and InTouch Magazine. 

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Thursday, October 11, 2018

Player by Staci Hart *~*~*~*~*~* Release Blitz & Review

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I should have known it was only a game.
I should have known he was too good to be true.
He’s nothing but a player...

Player, an all-new sexy, standalone romantic comedy from Staci Hart, is LIVE!

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He’s a player.
He plays the bass with expert fingers. He plays women with intoxicating charm. And he’ll play me with the ease of a virtuoso.
Who better to teach me to play than the master himself?
I’m his model student, front row, pencil sharp. Pick up lines? I’ve got them. Free drinks? By the dozen. Kissing? Let me grab my chapstick.
But the most valuable lesson I’ve learned is that there’s so much I don’t know. Like why his touch sets off a chain reaction straight to my nethers. Or how I’m certain each kiss is the best I’ll ever have, until the moment his lips take mine again.
There’s so much I don’t know.
Like the fact that I’m only a bet.
But we are what we are. He’s a player, through and through.
And I’m the fool who fell in love with him.


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I Heart Books Review 

Player by Staci Hart
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

She fits his body like a glove...

Of course she is his upright bass :) Loved this story from the red lipstick coalition series!  In Piece of Work we met Val (one of Rin's room mates), this is her story.  Still based in New York based, but Val's specialty is music, not art.  It is laugh out loud hilarious, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.  And now a bit about the story...

Val plays the trumpet on Broadway and spends her time in the pit surrounded by other musicians.  But there is one musician she just can't take her eyes or brain off!  Sam, first in his class in Julliard, now also on Broadway and part of a swing band, is tall, dark, handsome, and ever so charming!  If only she didn't turn to a bumbling, clumsy, crazy person when he is near.  But then when she kinda asks him out all things change, they strike up an arrangement, but when the truth comes out...

Favorite Passage: I mean, if I did math.  Which, in that moment, I most definitely did not.  I couldn't have counted bananas unless they were hooked in his belt.

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


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Staci has been a lot of things up to this point in her life -- a graphic designer, an entrepreneur, a seamstress, a clothing and handbag designer, a waitress. Can't forget that. She's also been a mom, with three little girls who are sure to grow up to break a number of hearts. She's been a wife, though she's certainly not the cleanest, or the best cook. She's also super, duper fun at a party, especially if she's been drinking whiskey.
From roots in Houston to a seven year stint in Southern California, Staci and her family ended up settling somewhere in between and equally north, in Denver. They are new enough that snow is still magical. When she's not writing, she's reading, sleeping, gaming, or designing graphics.


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Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Justified by Jay Crownover *~*~*~*~* Cover Reveal & Preorder

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Marked Men series comes an irresistible and thrilling romance between a rugged Texas sheriff and the woman who was once his sworn enemy…

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About JUSTIFIED (Coming 6/25/19):

Case Lawton comes from a family of criminals. So as the sheriff of Loveless, Texas, he’s determined to do everything by the book – until he’s called to Aspen Barlow’s office after a so-called break-in. The last thing he wants to do is help the woman who cost him custody of his son. But Aspen isn’t the heartless lawyer Case remembers, and he starts to question his long-held grudge…
Aspen is scared for her life, and Case is her last hope for protection. But to get him on her side, she’ll have to reveal the painful truth from all those years ago. Now, as they work together to track down a dangerous criminal, Case and Aspen learn to trust each other. And as the threats escalate, it becomes clear there’s a thin line between love and hate… because there’s nothing Case wouldn’t do to keep her safe.
Includes a bonus story: “It’s All About That Cowboy” by Carly Bloom!

PREORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!






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Jay Crownover is the international and multiple New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Marked Men Series, the Saints of Denver Series, the Point Series, Breaking Point Series, and the Getaway Series. . She is a tattooed, crazy haired Colorado native who lives at the base of the Rockies with her awesome dogs. Justified, the first book in her Loveless, Texas series, will hit shelves on June 25, 2019. For more on Jay and her books, visit www.jaycrownover.com.

Monday, October 8, 2018

The Wrong Game by Kandi Steiner *~*~*~*~* Cover Reveal

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The Wrong Game by Kandi Steiner 
Release Date: October 18, 2018 
Genre: New Adult

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Synopsis: From the bestselling author of A Love Letter to Whiskey and the What He Doesn't Know Duet comes an angsty, emotional, and fun sports romance.
Two season tickets. One genius idea.
Zero interest in a relationship.
The plan is simple: a brand new, hot, preferably funny, definitely single male will fill one of those seats for every Bears game at Soldier Field. And I’ll fill the other.
I can’t think of a better way to use the season passes I’d bought for my ex-husband. I am a woman of plans, and this one’s foolproof.
Until Zach Bowen offers to be my practice round.
He’s infuriating. Presumptuous and overbearing. And absolutely, undeniably gorgeous. Any woman with a heartbeat would be attracted to him, and mine picks up speed every time he speaks.
But as I said, I’m a woman of plans — and I’m not backing down on this one.
One night. One game. And then, his time’s up.
He can try to change the rules, but here’s the truth: he can’t win if he’s playing the wrong game.

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About the Author:

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Kandi Steiner is a bestselling author and whiskey connoisseur living in Tampa, FL. Best known for writing “emotional rollercoaster” stories, she loves bringing flawed characters to life and writing about real, raw romance — in all its forms. No two Kandi Steiner books are the same, and if you’re a lover of angsty, emotional, and inspirational reads, she’s your gal.
An alumna of the University of Central Florida, Kandi graduated with a double major in Creative Writing and Advertising/PR with a minor in Women’s Studies. She 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 diehard hopeless romantic, and likes to highlight all the challenges of love as well as the triumphs.
When Kandi isn’t 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 live music, traveling, anything heavy in carbs, beach days, movie marathons, craft beer and sweet wine — not necessarily in that order.

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Once Upon a Wild Fling (Heartbreakers, #3) by Lauren Blakely *~*~*~*~* Release Blitz & Review

 

Who’s ready for a wild fling? We’ve got your next steamy read right here!

"My brother's best friend has a proposition for me. Have I mentioned he's a sexy single dad? Tell me more..."

Don’t miss this seductive rock star romance from #1 NYT bestseller Lauren Blakely containing:

✔ Miles, a sexy single dad who will melt your heart!

✔ Roxy, a strong and loving heroine who makes her own choices!

✔A proposition that'll change her world!

✔ Ben! The most adorable six-year-old you'll meet in a rom com!

Sizzling hot, swoony and sweet, and filled with everything in between, ONCE UPON A WILD FLING is full of heat, heart, humor and sexy times you’re sure to love.

Get your copy of ONCE UPON A WILD FLING today!

 

✮✮✮ ONCE UPON A WILD FLING is here! Grab your copy today! ✮✮✮

My brother's best friend has a proposition for me. Have I mentioned he's a sexy single dad? Tell me more...

There are a million reasons why Miles Hart isn't the man I should date but allow me to enumerate the top three. He's friends with my brother, he's a single dad, and he's a sexy, in-demand rock star. He might as well wear an off-limits, totally unavailable, and don't-even-attempt-to-ride-this-ride sign. Then he asks me to be his plus-one when his band plays at his high school reunion, and the night unfolds in ways I never expect. *** I have three good reasons to keep my hands off Roxy Sterling--her brother's my business manager and good buddy, my kid is the center of my world, and the last time I fell hard for a woman I was burned so badly that my interest in relationships has gone up in flames. But once I bring Roxy's body next to mine on the dance floor, I want all the not-safe-for-work things I can't have with her. So I make a proposition.

Then I learn exactly how risky we might be.


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"These stories were exactly the kind of feel-good, made-my-heart-race, smiled-the-whole-time romances that I love to read. Deliciously sexy, totally swoon-worthy and utterly charming heroes paired with witty and smart heroines." - Danielle at Red Cheeks Reads

     

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EXCERPT:

~ROXY~

I find Miles behind a stage that has probably witnessed high school graduations, speeches, and musicals. His eyes take a leisurely stroll up and down my body. The way he stares, every zone in my body feels erogenous. Especially the boob zone, where he spends more time than usual.

When he slides his gaze up to my face, he looks hypnotized, then he shakes it off and brings me in for a hug. “So glad you’re here, Rox. Now go enjoy the show, and I’ll find you the second we’re done.”

Once it starts, I do enjoy the show. I never saw the Heartbreakers in concert when they were in their heyday. I’ve never been a concert person. Not that I’m opposed to music, but my mother set a precedent when I was in the eighth grade and my friends had a chance to see P!nk perform. I asked her if I could go, but the next day I had to take the prep school entrance exam, so the answer was no.

“It’s a better use of your time to stay in and study,” she’d said.

That’s what I mostly did in high school, listening to music on the radio as I worked through math problems and wrote essays on the Vietnam War. The Heartbreakers kept me company that way. Later, when Miles became a solo artist, I’d find myself humming his tunes when I heard them play in Starbucks, or while riding the escalator at Bed Bath & Beyond.

I became a fan, but I’m not a fangirl like some of the others here tonight. I don’t just mean the women. The Heartbreakers have fanboys and fangirls, singing along, belting out tunes. They’re crowding the stage, and the security guards hired when the Heartbreakers were confirmed for the event are standing on alert, arms crossed. Fortunately, there are no bras or panties thrown at the stage, nor briefs or belts either. I’m glad Miles’s high school class is full of fans but not crazy groupies.

The music reverberates in the gymnasium as the trio of gorgeous brothers sings love songs and fun songs and sexy songs while disco balls twirl from the ceiling and strobe lights flash.

When the set nears the end and they dive into one of Miles’s most popular solo tunes, a love song called “Today,” I swear his eyes find mine in the crowd as he sings about yesterdays and tomorrows. The way he sings turns the tingles into sparks, and I’m feeling it now for sure—that click, click, click of my heart, or maybe it’s my hormones.

Whatever it is, my breath comes faster as I dance.

When the show ends and the band thanks the crowd, that’s my cue to find him backstage. He’s sweaty, and I’ve never found sweat so sexy before. He drapes an arm around me, drops a kiss to my cheek, and says, “Hey, sexy bodyguard.”

My voice is a little breathier than I expect as I reply, “Reporting for duty.”  


   

"Romcom perfection! The plot was one I didn't see coming!" - Booked All Night

 


I Heart Books Review 

Once Upon a Wild Fling (Heartbreakers, #3) by Lauren Blakely
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Off limits is always so hard to resist...

Another hilarious rom-com from Lauren Blakely, though I shouldn't be surprised :) I love all her books I read!  This is the third and final installment of the Heartbreaker brothers series.  Centered around Miles, the youngest Hart of the Heartbreakers and Roxy, who we met in book one as Mack's best friend.  There were hints in Miller's book that Roxy and Miles may be more than friends of friends, and now we see the inside scoop.  And now a bit about the story...

Miles is happy the Heartbreakers are back together and doing it on their own terms! He needs to get Ben registered for kindergarten and will be happy to not constantly be on the road.  Roxy has had an awful dating expereince as of late.  She is a successful business owner, specializing in a high end pet salon after working on wall street and deciding it wasn't for her.  But there is one thing missing, so off to the sperm bank she goes!  But as her and Miles get closer will the baby bring them together or act as an easy excuse?

Favorite Passages:
 - Fortunately, there are no bras or panites thrown at the stage, nor briefs or belts either.
 - I'm like a doll, some sort of experiment.  Touch her here, and she purrs.  Touch her there, and she murmurs.  How about this little spot?  It'll make her hold in a needy whimper.

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



We’ve got your next binge read right here! Available now! Don’t miss all of the standalone full-length novels in The Heartbreakers Series!

   

Three brothers. Three rock stars. Three standalones.

The Heartbreakers Series—full-length, standalone romantic comedies with no cliffhangers releasing within one month so you can binge read these sexy novels! You can indulge in three delicious romances -- a sexy one-night stand with an off-limits woman, a best-friends-to-lovers tale, and a falling-for-my-buddy's-sister love story. All come with banter, sexy times, and single parents! So get your one-clickers ready for these sexy & charming men! Each love story will make you laugh, swoon and fan yourself from the heat!

September 10: Once Upon a Real Good Time

I Heart Books Review 

Once Upon a Real Good Time (Heartbreakers, #1) by Lauren Blakely 
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Do what makes you happy!!

Well as long as that happy thing is legal ;)  Story based in New York City surrounding former rock sensation and teen heartthrob in his new grown up life.  Along with the most awesome pair of parents any kid could ask for.  They'll show you a good time for sure!!!  And now a bit about the story...

Mack has spent her whole adult life focused on her son.  Now he's a teen and her friends are trying to get her to live a little... do more than mom, work, and trivia queen.  Campbell is enjoying his second career as a music teacher and musician at The Grouchy Owl finally out of the spotlight and also focused on raising his daughter.  They meet, attempt a two night stand, only to discover they can't be together, so they attempt to fight it.  Who will give in, will anyone win? 

Favorite passages:
 - This is my life. My fourteen-year-old has sent me to my room.
 - “Fear is a great motivator.”
 - I’ve already met the musical stallion, and he’s a thoroughbred, all right. He’s a champion racehorse with many tricks under his saddle.
 - “Former teen sensation at your service. How may I pleasure you?”

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

September 24: Once Upon a Sure Thing


I Heart Books Review 

Once Upon a Sure Thing (Heartbreakers, #2) by Lauren Blakely
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

From Heartbreakers to Best Friends to ....

Funny, passionate, and sometimes frustrating story of two best friends trying to decide if they can or will be more.  Based in New York City as was the previous Heartbreakers story.  This time Miller and Ally get their story.  And now a bit about the story...

Miller has missed performing in a band, touring, singing gigs, the whole ten yards.  He's been asking his brother Campbell to sign with him, but he has his own thing.  His other brother Miles is touring.  So he opens the auditions for a female vocalist.  Ally needs the gig, wants the gig, but they have sounded awful when signing together, so she is glad when the first step is just sending in an audio version.  But when she makes the cut, in comes Honey Lavender in person - her alter ego who applied for the gig.  Only problem is she's decided to be herself.  Now to decide if friends can really rock a band or not...

Favorite passages: 
- “... sometimes when you figure out what you want, you just need to go for it.”
- I see stars. I see planets. I witness supernovas.

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

October 8: Once Upon a Wild Fling

   

✮✮✮A giveaway that will bring music to your ears.✮✮✮

Let’s celebrate the release of ONCE UPON A WILD FLING! One lucky person will receive a gorgeous Kate spade tote bag for fun on the go, an Amazon echo dot to play all your favorite music and audiobooks, and an Amazon gift card to help you add to your music and audiobook library.

https://laurenblakely.com/once-upon-a-wild-fling-giveaway/

About Lauren Blakely: A #1 New York Times Bestselling author, and #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that's hot, sweet and sexy. She lives in California with her family and has plotted entire novels while walking her dogs. With fourteen New York Times bestsellers, her titles have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller Lists more than 100 times, and she's sold more than 2.5 million books. In October she'll release ONCE UPON A WILD FLING, a sexy single dad, best friend's little sister romance. To receive an email when Lauren releases a new book, sign up for her newsletter! laurenblakely.com/newsletter   

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An Inconvenient Dare by Bethany Lopez *~*~*~*~* Release Day Blitz & Review

Today we are celebrating the release of AN INCONVENIENT DARE by Bethany Lopez. An Inconvenient Dare is a novella and it is on sale for only 99 cents, or you can read it for FREE in KindleUnlimited.

Purchase Now for 99 cents!

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AN INCONVENIENT DARE by Bethany Lopez

 

Synopsis:

Vanessa has been so busy working her way up the corporate ladder that she's forgotten all about sex over the past two years. When her best friend dares her to pick up a sexy stranger with panty-dropping dimples, she takes the dare and approaches Enrique. Sensing Vanessa's uncertainty, Enrique gives her full control in the bedroom…until he doesn't.

What started as an inconvenient dare turns into more than Vanessa ever expected, but when she learns the secret Enrique's been keeping, will she be able to forgive him, or will she forgo her chance at happiness?

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I Heart Books Review 

An Inconvenient Dare by Bethany Lopez
Review by Theresa Esterline 
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Truth or Dare???

Quick read of dares, dates, truth and deception.  Based mostly in Miami, with surprising and steamy scenes.  We've all played truth or dare growing up, but Vanessa and Ella are still playing.  That is until Ella introduces Enrique and Vanessa, and the game becomes a lot more real. And now a bit about the story...

It's been years since Vanessa has dated.  She has focused lately on her career.  But now she is well established at her new firm,  so she takes the plunge.  Ella dares her to go talk to Enrique.  They hit it off, one thing leads to another, until she wakes up to him gone.  Will they met again?  Stay tuned.

Favorite passage: “I knew I liked this guy. Tell me everything. Don’t be afraid to be graphic!”

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

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 Award-Winning Author Bethany Lopez began self-publishing in June 2011. She's a lover of all things romance: books, movies, music, and life, and she incorporates that into the books she writes. When she isn't reading or writing, she loves spending time with her husband and children, traveling whenever possible. Some of her favorite things are: Kristen Ashley Books, coffee in the morning, and In N Out burgers.


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Thursday, October 4, 2018

Dear Jane by Kendall Ryan *~*~*~*~* Teaser & Pre-Order

     


   

  

I broke her heart ten years ago and left town. She hates me, and rightly so. It doesn’t matter that the rest of the country loves me, that I’m a starting quarterback with a multimillion-dollar contract. Because when I look in the mirror, all I see is a failure who was too young—and too afraid—to fight for what I wanted. But I’m not that guy anymore, and all I need is one shot to convince her. *** He has no idea what happened after he left. And now I’m supposed to work alongside him like we don’t have this huge, messy history? But I’m older now, wiser, and I won’t let anything stand in my way of doing a good job for this league. Not even one overpaid, arrogant player who thinks we’re going to kiss and make up. News flash, buddy: I am over you.   ADD TO GOODREADS    

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 A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of more than two dozen titles, Kendall Ryan has sold over 1.5 million books and her books have been translated into several languages in countries around the world. She's a traditionally published author with Simon & Schuster and Harper Collins UK, as well as an independently published author. Since she first began self-publishing in 2012, she's appeared at #1 on Barnes & Noble and iBooks charts around the world. Her books have also appeared on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists more than three dozen times. Ryan has been featured in such publications as USA Today, Newsweek, and InTouch Magazine. 


 Visit her at: www.kendallryanbooks.com for the latest book news, and fun extras Subscribe to Newletter Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Goodreads | Amazon Author Page