Review: Matching Wits with Venus

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Title: 

Matching Wits With Venus

Author: 

Therese Gilardi

Release Date:

April 19, 2011

Publisher:

Astraea Press

Word Count:

approx. 85,000

Purchase Links:  

Astraea Press 

Amazon

Author's Website:

http://theresegilardi.com

Description:  

For centuries Cupid has longed to be more than Venus’s arrow boy.  When he’s sent to eliminate “Happily Ever After by Amelia”, the matchmaking business threatening Venus’s status as the goddess of love, Cupid decides to steal Amelia’s methods and make his own matches.  While spying on Amelia, Cupid accidentally shoots himself with his magical arrow and falls in love with her.  But bereaved Amelia doesn’t believe in the existence of Roman gods, and she’s certainly not looking for romance.  She’s too busy perfecting the patented personality profile that’s made her Hollywood’s favorite matchmaker.

Disguising himself as a mortal financial advisor, Cupid manages to break through Amelia’s guarded exterior.  As their passion deepens so does Cupid’s guilt about deceiving Amelia.  Cupid’s interference with Amelia’s life causes her business to falter, leads to a sterile spring that threatens the animal kingdom and shatters the longstanding peace between the Roman and Greek gods.  With the fate of the natural and under worlds at stake, Cupid must decide whether to reveal his true identity and risk losing the chance to live happily ever after with Amelia.

Joey’s Review:

Review: Forever Freed

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Title: 

Forever Freed

Author: 

Laura Kaye

Release Date:

May 20, 2011

Publisher:

The Wild Rose Press

Word Count:

approx. 95,000

Purchase Links:  

The Wild Rose Press 

Amazon

Author's Website:

http://www.laurakayeauthor.com/

Description:  

A heart can break, even one that no longer beats.

I stalk my new neighbors, a single mother and her child, drawn by the irresistible scent of their joy and love. I crave their blood, starved for some healing respite from my ancient grief. Now to lure them into my grasp.

But they surprise me. Little Olivia accepts me without fear or reservation--talking, smiling, offering innocent affection that tugs at my long-lost humanity. Her mother, Samantha, seeks me out when she should stay away, offering sweet friendship, and calling to the forgotten man within me. They lure me instead.

Ah, Dio, Lucien, run and spare them while you can... 

Brandi’s Review:

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Review: Getting It Right This Time

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Title: 

Getting It Right This Time 
Author: 

Rachel Brimble 
Release Date:

January 2011 
Publisher:

Lyrical Press 
Word Count:

approx. 75,000 
Purchase Links:  

Lyrical Press 
Author's Website:

http://www.rachelbrimble.com/

Description:  

She's back, but this time she’s a mother…intent on protecting her young.

Two years after her husband’s death, Kate Marshall returns home seeking security and stability for her three-year-old daughter. But when her path crosses with ‘the one who got away’…her husband’s best friend, she has to fight the desire to be with him for the sake of further heartbreak for her and her daughter.

A tough, straight talking theatrical agent, Mark Johnston is dangerously handsome, exceedingly rich, irresistibly charming – and branded by the tabloids as one of the UK’s most eligible bachelors. So even though Mark lost the girl of his dreams to his best friend, he finds no hardship in being single. Or so he thought.

Determined not to lose her a second time, Mark has to find a way to convince her they can work.  But can Kate cope with the media interest and ruthless, money-hungry clients surrounding him, being anywhere near her daughter?  Or accept that Mark Johnston is really the family man he claims to be?

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Review: Storm's Interlude

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Title: 

Storm's Interlude

Author: 

Vonnie Davis

Release Date:

July 15, 2011

Publisher:

The Wild Rose Press

Word Count:

approx. 88,000

Purchase Links:  

The Wild Rose Press 

Author's Website:

http://www.vonniedavis.com

Description:  

Nurse Rachel Dennison comes to Texas determined to prepare her new patient for a second round of chemo. What she isn’t counting on is her patient’s twin brother, Storm Masterson.

 

Half Native American with the ability to have “vision dreams,” Storm dreams about Rachel for three nights before her arrival. Both are unprepared for the firestorm of emotions their first chance encounter ignites. Even so, Storm has two things Rachel won’t abide: a domineering personality and a fiancée.

 

Yet, ultimately, it is Rachel’s past—an abusive, maniacal ex-boyfriend—that threatens to keep them apart…and Storm’s dreams that bring them together again.

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Review: Cooley's Panther

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Title: 

Cooley's Panther

Author: 

Jody Wallace

Release Date:

March 2011

Publisher:

Meankitty Publishing

Word Count:

approx. 6,000

Purchase Links:  

Amazon

Smashwords

Author's Website:

www.jodywallace.com 

Description:  

Is that a really big kitty in Cooley's suburban back yard...or a new way of looking at the world?

Miss Nicola Johansen, otherwise known as Cooley, relies on the predictability of her suburban subdivision to keep her feeling safe. When she spies a black panther slinking along her back fence in the wee hours of the morning, her comfortable life is shaken like a maraca. Repeated calls to the cops result in an investigation, and a finger of blame gets pointed at the mysterious man who lives in 2201 down the street. Like the fact his yard is a disgrace wasn't enough reason to suspect that man of nefarious dealings--the animal pens behind his house are the clincher.

But what happens when Cooley finds out the mysterious man isn't quite the scofflaw she assumed? What happens when she finds out he's absolutely...magnetic?

Annie’s Review:

Review: Ellie's Song

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Title: 

Ellie's Song

Author: 

Ginger Hanson

Release Date:

January 2011

Publisher:

The Wild Rose Press

Word Count:

approx. 68,000

Purchase Links:  

The Wild Rose Press

Author's Website:

www.gingerhanson.com

http://missmabeltalkstassanoxie.blogspot.com/

Description:  

Take one heroine and hero gripped in relationship limbo. Stir in a possible media scandal. Sprinkle lightly with a three-year-old child. Add one mother-in-law,a former boyfriend, a celebrity reporter hot for a story break and a Hollywood starlet. Knead above ingredients. Cover and let rise in a warm place. Bake for 31 chapters. Yield: Ellie’s Song, the story of shy folk artist Ellie Kellson who loves country singer Lane Walker, but abhors the media attention he needs to be a successful singing artist.

Joey’s Review:

Review: Southern Star

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Title: 

Southern Star

Authors: 

Phyllis Humphrey & Carolann Camillo

Release Date:

February 24, 2011

Publisher:

Avalon Books

Word Count:

approx. 47,000

Purchase Links:  

Amazon

Author's Website:

http://phyllishumphrey.com

Description:  

Marilee’s inheritance, the yacht, Southern Star, is in default to the bank. To save it from the auction block, she decides to honor a Caribbean cruise planned for two couples. But with no captain available, she’s forced to approach Gary, a man she once loved but refused to marry. He agrees to skipper the cruise, but only if she comes along as crew. In addition to the danger of succumbing again to Gary’s charm and good looks, she has other problems. Trying to sell the yacht, the discovery of forgery, and the appearance of an unexpected visitor make the excursion anything but sea-worthy.

 

Babs' Review:

Review: Secrets in the Sand

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Title: 

Secrets in the Sand

Author: 

Alana Lorens

Release Date:

April 2011

Publisher:

The Wild Rose Press

Word Count:

approx. 58,000

Purchase Links:  

The Wild Rose Press 

Author's Website:

http://alanalorens.com 

Description:  

After a run of bad relationships, Lily Pearl Evans has finally become an independent woman. In the New Mexico desert town of Chaparral, she works for herself in her own house,  she sets her own rules, and she's determined no man will hold her back again.

Gene Nicholas worked for more than a decade to achieve his dream to be a doctor. Wanting to share his gifts with those less fortunate, he leaves South Florida to volunteer for a tour with Doctors without Borders in Mexico.

When Gene provokes a showdown with the local Mexican drug cartel, he becomes a man with a price on his head. On the run, he ends up on Lily’s doorstep, a mystery man forced to conceal his past to protect them both. With the cartel’s dangerous web drawing tight around them, can Lily and Gene survive a druglord’s revenge?

Laura’s Review:

Review: Cold, Cold Heart

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Title: 

Cold, Cold Heart

Author: 

Viviane Brentanos

Release Date:

June 2011

Publisher:

MuseItUp Publishing

Word Count:

approx. 89,000

Purchase Links:  

MuseItUp Publishing

Author's Website:

http://viviane-brentanos.blogspot.com

Description:  

A world-famous rock star, a struggling single mum afraid to love. Will this explosive mix bring happiness or disaster?

Daniel Haynes has the world at his feet- fame, fortune, so why does he feel so empty inside? What is his interest in Rachel Warner, a girl from a quiet Home Counties English town? Why does she hold the key to his happiness? 

But Rachel Warner is scared. Daniel's interest in her threatens her ordered yet unsatisfying life because she has to live with the shadow of her ex-father-in-law breathing over her shoulder. Can she let go of her fears?

Brandi’s Review:

Review: Champion of Valor

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Title: 

Champion of Valor

Author: 

Nicole Zoltack

Release Date:

May 1, 2011

Publisher:

Desert Breeze Publishing

Word Count:

approx. 97,000

Purchase Links:  

Desert Breeze Publishing

Author's Website:

http://www.nicolezoltack.com/

Description:  

The Mystical Conch Shell of the Sea has been stolen, and it's up to Selliki, the selkie, to get it back. Selliki sets across the continent of Alethereia to find Arnhem, and Gabrael, the mage she loves. Selliki knows that no union between a selkie and a human have ever had a happy ending, but neither can ignore their feelings. Each night, they experience terrible, real dreams that show how doomed their love is.

The final war between Speica and Arnhem is threatening the entire world. Lucifer has aligned himself with Speica and wants nothing less than to bring about the Apocalypse before its time. In the last battle, cowardice is revealed, promises are broken, and many people die. Trolls fight icthyocentaurs, dwarves armed up against the Drow, angels against demons. Only one kingdom will prevail; that is, if the world doesn't end.

Annie’s Review:

Review: Maid For The Billionaire

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Title: 

Maid For The Billionaire

Author: 

Ruth Cardello

Release Date:

April 21, 2011

Word Count:

approx. 52,000

Purchase Links:  

Smashwords

Amazon

Author's Website:

http://ruth-ebookexperiment.blogspot.com/

Description:  

Dominic Corisi knew instantly that Abigail Dartley was just the distraction he was looking for, especially since having her took a bit more persuading than he was used to.  So when business forces him to fly to China, he decides to take her with him, but on his terms.  No promises.  No complications. Just sex.

Abby has always been the responsible one.  She doesn’t believe in taking risks; especially when it comes to men - until she meets Dominic.  He’s both infuriating and intoxicating, a heady combination. Their trip to China revives a long forgotten side of Abby, but also reveals a threat to bring down Dominic’s company.  With no time to explain her actions, Abby must either influence the outcome of his latest venture and save his company or accept her role as his mistress and leave his fate to chance.  Does she love him enough to risk losing him for good?

Joey's Review:

Review: Blindsided

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Title: 

Blindsided 
Author: 

Gemma Rice 
Release Date:

May 2011 
Publisher:

Night Publishing 
Word Count:

approx. 61,000 
Purchase Links:  

Smashwords 
Author's Website:

http://authorpoppet.wordpress.com/

Description:  

How would you react if you came home unexpectedly to find your boyfriend in bed with a pretty young blonde girl whose pink nails and sweaty palms are clamping his muscular back?

Leanne is the one who found them and it's Andy who is using Trish as a trampoline.

What happens next? Will Leanne and André, share champagne in the bath, and kiss and make up?

Doesn't sound likely, but they do.

And to seal the reconciliation, Andy carves his love for Leanne on his chest.

Then Leanne finds out about Andy's relationship with another girl she has never heard of, Kate.

'Blindsided' is Gemma Rice at her most uncompromising, it a love story which is climatic and dramatic.

Love is patient, love is kind, love is understanding. And love catches you when you fall.

Joey’s Review:

Review: A New Dream

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Title: 

A New Dream

Author: 

Elaine Cantrell

Release Date:

March 22, 2011

Publisher:

Astraea Press

Word Count:

approx. 62,000

Purchase Links:  

Astraea Press 

Amazon

Author's Website:

http://www.elainecantrell.com

Description:  

What do you do when you lose everything?

After an auto accident destroys his pro-football career, Matt McCallum struggles to find a new dream for his life, but nothing engages him the way football did. After a stint in rehab, he takes a job managing a grocery store where he meets Violet Emerson.

Violet works in the bakery department, but her dreams carry her far beyond the doors of Chef’s Pantry. As soon as she can save the money, she plans to open a catering business. And she thinks the new manager’s broad shoulders and blue eyes are simply divine.

Thrown together at work, Matt and Violet find a common dream for their lives, but a loose end from Matt’s past returns to jeopardize their future. Will love be enough to save their new dream before it turns into a nightmare?

Babs' Review:

Review: The Ravaged Fairy

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Title: 

The Ravaged Fairy

Author: 

Anna Keraleigh

Release Date:

May 25, 2011

Publisher:

Evernight Publishing

Word Count:

approx. 52,000

Purchase Links:  

Evernight Publishing

Amazon

Author's Website:

http://annakeraleigh.weebly.com

Description:  

What would happen to a fairy without wings?

Thame is a warrior, a golden fairy who is loyal to the King and new Queen. They are on the verge of war with the Trolls. It’s an ongoing battle that he fought with success...until now. The enemy captures him, cuts off his wings and strands him on the remote Aran Islands. His escape is a miracle, but the night is still young.

Breena never expects to find a half-naked man with a mutilated back in the middle of her home. Now she finds herself in the middle of a war she didn’t even know existed on top of discovering she’s only part human.

Can Breena heal Thame's ravaged heart?

Laura’s Review: