Friday, February 24, 2012

Blog Tour Guest Blog: Everything Erotic


Today we have the authors from Everything Erotic guest blogging with us about "Should I Shun You or Kiss You".  Help me in welcoming Everything Erotic to Cocktails and Books!


Should I Shun You or Kiss You?

When I decided to start writing erotica, I’ll admit I didn’t know how I felt about it. The opportunity to write for readers had been presented to me and I just couldn’t say no to that next step in my writing journey. The problem was—I hated writing sex scenes. So what to do?

I’m sort of a grab the bull by the horns and ask questions later person, so I pushed aside all rational thought and dove in. Right off the bat I encountered situations I hadn’t considered before, namely my friends and family. Of course none of them read any of my erotic stories—except my sister. Thanks Lisa. And the comments I’d get once people found out what I was writing took me aback.

Here’s one comment I got from a friend of mine when I told him about Everything Erotic’s print release. “Well, I guess every star has their seedy side. Even the greatest actress has skeletons in her closet.”

Excuse me? Huh? Did he just besmirch my craft and character?

Then there was the other end of the spectrum. Upon finding out that I wrote erotica one of my neighbors became overly amorous. Even after nearly two years he still makes overtly sexual comments. I scratch my head at this. Has the simple fact that I write erotica transformed me into some untouchable sex kitten? Is this neighbor jealous because he’s certain my husband is enjoying the fruits of my labor every night of the week? Have my stretchy waistbands and baggy polar fleece morphed into the equivalent of a leather teddy and riding crop? I can only shrug and scratch my head again.

I’m sure the reactions I received are tame compared to what other writers have experienced, no matter what the genre. More than likely Stephen King and Anne Rice received a few raised eyebrows in their days.

I’ll be the first to admit that when you read my erotica you probably won’t experience any life altering moments of clarity. They’re not deep reads. You won’t find them on the shelf next to Jodi Picoult or Nicholas Sparks. They’re fun, fast, and meant to entertain. And really, isn’t bringing a little happiness and joy into this world what it’s all about?


Excerpt Volume IV:  Pumpkin’s Great 

The radio announcer’s voice filled the confines of the rescue vehicle. “Breaking news— The Pixie Dust Processing Plant exploded earlier today, sending a cloud of Frisky Fairy Dust a thousand feet in the air. No fatalities have been reported, but the atmosphere at the explosion site is said to be agitated. Pixie Falls’ emergency teams ask citizens to keep clear of the neighborhood and give crews a chance to secure the area. A spokes-person from the plant advises people to “Stay inside until the dust settles.”
Sirens warned drivers to the side of the road, as Peter wove his way through the traffic, lights blazing.
“I’m sure she’s okay, man. The report said nobody was killed.”
Peter cut a glance to his partner, Jack, who tried his best to exude reassurance. “Thanks, I’m sure you’re right. What about Jill?”
“Naw, she took the day off. Said she’s gonna stand over the plumber until he finishes installing the new hot tub. She refuses to let me lug water from the old well anymore.”
“A wife’s concern—must be nice.”
“Things still not good between you and Pumpkin?”
Peter shook his head. “Same ol’—same ol’. I ask but do not receive.” He drummed his

fingers on the steering wheel. “I’m a freakin’ paramedic. You’d think I could breathe some life back into our sex life.”
“You know the old saying, ‘You can’t lead a dead horse to water’.”
Peter arched an eyebrow. “I think it’s ‘lead a horse to water’.”
“Whatever, if the horse is dead you can’t lead it or make it drink, and you definitely

shouldn’t bone it.” Jack paused. “Is your horse dead, Peter, cause I have pills for that?” “My horse is just fine, a damn stallion as-a-matter-of-fact. It’s Pumpkin’s horse that’s
destined for the glue factory. She’s always like—‘Not tonight, Peter, I’m too tired.’ Or—‘Geez Peter, don’t you think of anything else?’”
“How long has it been since you got any?”
“I vaguely remember a mercy fuck a few months ago.”
Jack let out a long whistle of pity. “Now that’s messed up.”
“Tell me about it.”
Dozens of flashing lights issued from what appeared to be every emergency vehicle in the
county. Peter slowed the ambulance to a crawl as a cop in a respirator waved them forward. Weaving his way through the crush, he stopped the ambulance, and stared.
“What the f...?” His question hung in the air as he and Jack leaned forward in an effort to get a clearer view.
“Is that what I think it is?” Jack asked.
The scene before them looked like the aftermath of a battle. Bodies spread across the manicured lawn of the Pixie Processing Plant. Only the people weren’t dead—far from it. Bodies writhed and undulated in every sex act known to man.
“Whoa,” Jack whispered. “I think I’ve died and gone to Heaven.”

A loud rap on the window snapped Peter from his daze. With great effort, he pulled his gaze from the carnal battlefield and looked at the man on the other side of the window. Peter squinted, trying to identify the officer behind the mask. The man pointed to his respirator and back at Peter and Jack.
“I think he wants us to put our masks on.” Peter reached over the seat, retrieved two masks, and held one out to Jack.
Jack stared at the offered respirator. “Do you really think that’s necessary?”
“Take it unless you want to be trippin’ on Frisky Dust.” Peter shook the mask at his partner, but Jack didn’t take it.
Instead, he raised his eyebrows as if contemplating the possibility. “Well now, that is the dilemma. Can Jill really get mad if I succumbed to Frisky Dust in the line of duty and happened to bang a few willing victims while under the influence?”
Peter shoved the mask into Jack’s chest. “Put it on—that’s an order.”
They exited the ambulance with respirators securely in place. It took all of Peter’s willpower not to gawk at the mass orgy taking place on the lawn.
“Nice of you boys to join us.” Officer Sprat crossed his arms over his chest and stood wide- legged. Amusement danced in his eyes. “There aren’t any injuries so grab your oxygen and start clearing some heads.”
“Uh, how are we supposed to do that?” Peter asked.
Officer Sprat slapped him on the back. “That’s up to you Peter. You’re the paramedic, not me. But I sure look forward to watching you work.” He turned and walked away, his laughter billowing behind him.
“Finally, a crisis worthy of my skill,” Jack said.
With oxygen tanks at the ready, they moved into the mass of gyrating bodies. Tits and asses bobbed—bounced—and shimmied.
“One man should not have to resist this much temptation,” Jack mumbled.
Peter silently agreed. It had been so long since he’d had anything resembling sex and now— here he was—wading through a lake of lust. His cock tightened. He tried to ignore the swelling but when the moans of pleasure and grunting enveloped him, he almost shamed himself.
“Where do we start?” Jack said.
“Right here,” purred a voice below them.
Peter looked down and watched Little Bo Peep crawl toward them. Her exposed, pink
nipples giving the name of Peep a whole new meaning.
“Hey Bo, lookin’ good,” Jack leered.
She rose up on her knees and cupped her breasts. “I’m feeling even better. Wanna find out?” “Well—since you’re offering.” Jack’s hand inched forward, but Peter pushed it away.
“Are you crazy? Don’t you know who she’s dating?” Jack shrugged and shook his head.

“Wolfgang Von Pelt.”
“That crazy, shape-shifting florist?”
“The same and if he catches your scent on Bo’s peep, you’re a dead man.”
“Damn.” Jack jumped back and out of Bo’s reach. “Well, if you’ve got this under
control—
I’m gonna go help...” He scanned the crowd. “Red. She looks like she could use of a breath of fresh air.” Not waiting for an answer, Jack bolted, leaving Peter to deal with the randy shepherdess.
“Peter,” she cooed. “I seemed to have lost my staff.” Bo walked her fingers up his calf to the inside of his thigh.
The closer her digits traveled to his package, the more it swelled. “Uh, sorry to hear that, Bo.”
A dainty pout formed on her lips. “Can I use yours?” Her hand swept up and rubbed his erection. “Oh, it’s so much bigger than mine.”
Words stuck in Peter’s throat as she fondled and stroked Little Peter to life. Damn, it had been too long. Big Peter had meant to refuse Bo the use of his staff. He’d meant to apply the oxygen mask to her. Yet, as her nibble fingers caressed and teased him, all rational thought bled from his mind.
With aching slowness, Bo reached up and popped the button of his pants. The zipper crept down a little on its own as his cock pushed against its confines. Bo pinched the little brass tab and tugged, unzipping him and setting his cock free. Holding his breath, he watched as Bo’s blond head move toward his erection, and when she wrapped her hand and lips around him his knees nearly buckled. To hell with Von Pelt. He wasn’t so tough.
Warm, moist, soft lips pulled at the tip of his staff. Sucking—yes—glorious sucking. Peter buried his hands in her hair and thrust into her mouth. Fuck, it felt too good. He opened his eyes and stared at the hundreds of bouncing tits, thrusting cocks, and pumping pussies. Yeah, it had been too long.
His gaze scanned the crowd. Fiery auburn curls drew his attention and he stopped thrusting. He’d recognize those locks anywhere.
“Pumpkin.” The name was a mere whisper.
Shit, he’d forgotten about her. With inhuman strength, he broke Bo’s vacuum seal around his dick and shoved the stiff rod back in his pants.
“Sorry Bo.” He batted her searching hands away from his crotch and covered her protest with the oxygen mask. “Breath deep and everything will be fine.”
His eyes remained riveted on the scene fifty yards away. Was that his Pumpkin? It had to be, but nothing else about the woman seemed familiar. She looked so uninhibited—so wild—so willing.
Pumpkin leaned against a tree with Georgie Porgie and Hansel draped around her. Where had her damn blouse gone? Peter’s eyes rounded as Georgie cupped her breast and brought his lips to her large dusky nipple, suckling until she moaned.
“Hey, you loose-lipped gigolo, get away from her!” But Georgie and Pumpkin ignored him.
Peter gaped as the Hansel knelt at Pumpkin’s feet and ran his hand up her thighs to lift her tattered skirt.
“No, no, don’t lift that,” he shouted. “Keep your filthy candy-filching hands off her.”
Then she did it. Lifting her foot, Pumpkin wrapped her long, slender leg around Hansel’s shoulder and pulled him to her, burying his face in her pussy.
“Oh no you didn’t.” Peter dropped the oxygen tank and took off across the lawn.
He knew the second Pumpkin saw and recognized him. A lascivious smile spread across her ripe peach mouth. She ran her hand over the top of her licker’s head and grabbed a handful of hair. Arching, she pressed into him. Her tits bounced as she gyrated against her lover’s mouth.
Peter stopped and pulled off his mask. Mesmerized by the ecstasy on his wife’s face, he stood like an idiot in the eye of a sexual hurricane. He’d never seen Pumpkin look so involved— so sexy. She rocked against the stranger, faster and faster. Peter’s cock swelled and strained against his pants. She bucked and the stranger drank her in. Pumpkin cried out and held the man to her, convulsing and shivering as she rode the pleasure train.
“Son-of-a...” Peter should be riding that train, not some stranger. She was his wife, damn it, dust or no dust. “Pumpkin!”
She looked up and smiled again. Peter closed the distance between them, pinning her with his stare as she unwound her leg and pushed her skirt down. But before he got too close, Pumpkin spun and ran into the Enchanted Forest, the echoes of her girlish giggles the only evidence she had ever been there.
“Now that was fucked up,” Jack said from beside him.
“You got that right.” Peter looked at his partner. “I gotta go after her. You got this under control?”
“Yeah, it’s cool. Go get your lady.”
Peter nodded and sprinted into the Enchanted Forest. Before this day was over, he’d capture his wife and show her the right way to eat a Pumpkin.

About the Authors:
Everything Erotic is a group of twelve authors doing the unthinkable—posting original erotic fiction and non-fiction for free on a blog. 

The blog launched September 1st, 2010. Since their debut, they’ve built a following of close to a thousand readers via Amazon's Kindle Blogs and over 2000 followers on Facebook. Due to overwhelming interest, they started to compile their short stories, serials, and articles into eBooks. 

The group currently has five eBooks available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple and Smashwords. The heat level of their writing varies from erotic romance to pure five alarm erotica at its best—there’s something for every reader to enjoy. 

The EE Team of Authors: Alice Gaines, Boone Brux, C.J. Ellisson, Danielle Gavan, Delilah Devlin, Greta Goddard, Melissa Ecker, M.K. Elliott, Nickie Asher, Roxanne Rhoads, Scarlett Jameson and Whitley Gray 

The ladies from Everything Erotic can be found at the following locations on the web: Everything Erotic blog: http://everythingerotic.blogspot.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/everythingerotic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/EvrythingErotic
Kindle blogs: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZDO2BM

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Guest Review: If Wishes Were Husbands - Elizabeth Kyne

If Wishes Were Husbands by Elizabeth Kyne
Series:
Release Date:  June 6, 2011
Publisher:   Elly Books
Page Count:  340
Source:  Writer Marketing Services
Buy the book at: Amazon  

When Rachel invents the perfect husband, she thrills her friends with tales of his wonderful cooking, enthusiasm for housework and amazing sex Until her invention takes on a life of its own and her fantasy husband appears on her sofa. Suddenly married to a man with only three things on his mind, she finds out why you should be careful what you wish for.Elizabeth Kyne has created a brilliant romantic comedy in the tradition of Bridget Jones.Rachel re-invents herself when she moves back to her home town of Aylesbury; with a new job, a new house and a new haircut. But people's eyes glaze over when she tells them about her life as a forty-something singleton who works in accounts. So why not spice things up a bit? Why not tell her new hairdresser and her new friends about her fantastic husband? Everyone wants to hear about Darren, the man who cooks her amazing meals, cleans the house and takes her to bed for orgasmic sex three times a night What a shame he doesn't exist......Until she comes home one night and finds Darren sitting in her lounge. And everything she said becomes true: from his sensuous food to his skill in bed. So real, that she believes it. Not as if living with a perfect is man is... well, perfect... She can't find anything because every time she puts something down, he tidies it away. Then there's the shock of the credit card bill from buying all that gourmet food. Not to mention the sex Three times a night is great at first, but sometimes all she wants at the end of the day is a sandwich and some sleep.Then Rachel decides that Darren has to go - and that's when her troubles really begin.Elizabeth Kyne takes the absurdities of the modern woman's quest for love and turns them into an enjoyable romp. She finds the comic in everyday situations, from buying a dress to experimenting with hair dye at home. While, underneath, she comments on the pressure to find the perfect husband and how that quest is doomed for us all.

Have you ever dreamed about the perfect man?  I know I have!  A perfect man for me would be sweet, kind, caring, hardworking, and the simple ability to pick up his own dishes.  In my world I have to admit that 2 out of 5 requirements have been fullfilled full time, while the other 3 are works in progress. 

Now if Wishes were Husbands, Rachel Gosling would have it  perfect.

Rachel Gosling is a hard working single women in her 40's.  She is sick of hearing people ask about a husband or children.  She has moved back to her home town, and to avoid the question she made up her perfect husband Darren.

Darren is a 40 something male who is devoted to Rachel in every way.  He cooks her gourmet meals every night, always listens, sexy, clean, romantic and has great orgasimic sex three times every night.  He is a perfect husband, Rachel's wish come true.  But is he real?

Rachel came home after a girls night out and finds Darren in her house.  Believing its a joke she goes along with it for the first night.  However the next morning she is shocked to find out her dream man is no joke at all, but real.  Rachel loves her new life for awhile.  She then starts to question if this is real?  How could one man be so perfect?  How did she meet him, when did she fall in love with Darren, and why can't she remember anything?  The story begins to unfold and Rachel does not enjoy Darren any longer.  The sex is sickening and getting to be too much, the credit card bills are insane, and Darren is too perfect.  When Rachel tries to kick Darren out a strange twist takes place in the story.

I loved this story from start to end, it was a one day read.  I was wondering the whole time if Rachel had a memory accident and forgot her marriage or if Darren was a crazy man.  I was super surprised at the ending something I never expected happened. 

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Guest Post & Giveaway: Spiritus - Dana Michelle Burnett

Good Morning! We have Dana Michelle Burnett with us today guest posting about her book, Spiritus, and giving away a copy. Help me in welcoming Dana to Cocktails and Books!


What If?

I think as a writer, I always start off creating my stories with the question of “what if”.  What if I was in love with a spirit from another time?  What if I was responsible for his undoing?  Oh, the beauty in the question of what if!

That was exactly the what if situation that guided me to write Spiritus.  What if ghosts were real?  What if we could talk to a ghost?  What if that ghost grew stronger the more we interacted?  What if that ghost had a reason to want revenge?  What if I fell in love with that ghost?

I built Spiritus around the possibilities of those questions and as I move forward with the series, I am asking that question again…What if?  Has there ever been a more beautiful question?  As a writer, I doubt it.  What if is a blank page just waiting to be filled in!  What if is all the books I have yet to write!  What if is magical!  What if is the reason I keep doing this!

Oh, what if…..



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Author Interview & Giveaway: Elizabeth McKenna

We have Elizabeth McKenna with us today talking about her release, Cera's Place, and answering some of our other questions.  She's also giving away a copy of her book, so grab your drink, kick back and enjoy!

Life hasn't been exactly kind to San Francisco saloon owner Cera Cassidy, but she has built a successful business and a family of friends. She carries the reputation of a tough woman with a big heart, along with the derringer in her skirt pocket. One summer night, she discovers that the neighborhood thug is kidnapping Chinese girls to sell to the local brothels. Outraged, Cera vows to bring him to justice, but he's not going to let anyone interfere with his livelihood.

Jake Tanner, a scarred ex-soldier haunted by his Civil War experiences, is on a mission to fulfill a friend's dying wish. The trail has brought him to Cera's door. Captivated by her Irish beauty, he is more than willing to join in her fight - if only she would let him.
 

CnB:  Will you please share a short bio us?
EM:  I’m a full-time technical writer/editor for a large software company. I never read romance novels until one Christmas when my sister gave me the latest bestseller by Nora Roberts. I was hooked from page one (actually, it was the first love scene). I live in Wisconsin with my understanding husband, two beautiful daughters, and sassy Labrador. When I’m not writing, working, or being a mom, I’m sleeping.

CnB:  Tell us about Cera’s Place and where it can be purchased.
EM:  Cera’s Place is set in San Francisco 1869. Cera runs a saloon but, unlike other such businesses of the times, she doesn’t allow prostitution. Over the years, she has helped women escape their terrible lives and become “respectable.” Jake is an ex-soldier haunted by his Civil War experiences. He’s on a mission to find the daughter of a friend who died in battle. One of the subplots of the novel is based on actual events. During this time, the majority of the Chinese population in California was male. Asian women were kidnapped and forced into prostitution in America. The Anti-Prostitution Act of 1870 made it illegal to import women for criminal or demoralizing purposes. Cera and Jake team up to fight a gang that is kidnapping Chinese girls for the local brothels. Of course, in the process they fall in love. 
The book is available in both ebook (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Smashwords, Apple, Kobo, Sony and Diesel) and paperback (Amazon and CreateSpace).

CnB:  Where did you get the idea for this book?
EM:  I knew I wanted to write something outside of the Regency era and I wanted a hero that was rugged. I have a relative who has done two tours in Iraq, so his struggles got me started on Jake being an ex-soldier. I stumbled across some history of San Francisco and the Asian population, and the story just flowed from there.

CnB:  Do you have a favorite character or one you most identify with?
EM:  My favorite character would definitely be Cera. Her struggles in life have made her tough, but she still has love to give. She can easily stand on her own, but chooses to have a partner.

CnB:  If you could travel back in time for one year, what time and place would you choose?
EM:  I think maybe the mid-1950s in Hollywood. I love the glamorous fashions and I would like to stalk Doris Day.

CnB:  If you could only take three things with you, what would they be?
EM:  I would take my camera, my snore pillow, and my husband.

CnB:  When did your interest in writing start?
EM:  I’ve always loved to write. I started out as an English major in college but switched to Journalism because I tend to write concise. I felt out of place with those who could write paragraph-long sentences. Unfortunately, that set me on a path of non-creative writing. So, when I decided to write Cera’s Place, I had a lot to learn. I think I made every newbie mistake you could make.

CnB:  Who most influenced you?
EM:  In romance stories, Nora Roberts – though I quickly learned I needed her books after 1990 (better love scenes). I enjoy her snappy dialog.

CnB:  What are you reading right now?
EM:  Because I’m writing, I’m not reading at this time. I get full of self-doubt if I read great fiction when I’m trying to create a story. I did read the Game of Thrones series over the summer.  I’m impatiently waiting for season 2 on HBO. Before that, I read the Hunger Games series because my daughters were reading it. I can’t wait for the movie. We are Camp Peeta.

CnB:  What’s coming next for you?
EM:  After publishing Cera’s Place, I wrote a short story, The Gypsy Casts a Spell. It is available on Amazon and in the February 2012 issue of eFiction magazine. I’m working on Moonlight in Venice, another historical romance set in the 1750s. I don’t have a clear description yet, but it involves death, theft, art, Cabalism, Freemasonry, Carnival season, pregnancy, and cataracts – and love, of course, lots of love.



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Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Hottest Couple of the Week

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The Hottest Couple of the Week is a weekly feature hosted by Shannon at Cocktails and Books.  We love to read our romance books and some of those books have a couple that burn up every page you read.  It's in their honor that we have this feature.  Each week, we'll feature a couple who's set a book we read on fire.   You can play along too.  Join our linky, grab the button and share who your hot couple is for the week.  Then post a comment below so the rest of us can add this scorching couple to our TBR pile.

Hands down, this was the week's absolutely hottest couple.  She doesn't want him, but he absolutely wants her.  Ty and Jenna are spectacular.  Jaci Burton does a fantastic job of capturing the essence of those hockey boys I love.

 
If you want to score, you have to get in the game...
The last thing Jenna Riley needs is more sports in her life. While her brothers are off being athletic superstars, she's stuck running the family's sports bar, whether she likes it or not. Then in walks pro hockey stud Tyler Anderson. As much as Jenna would like to go to the boards with him, she's vowed to never fall for a jock-even one as hot as Ty.
Ty, intrigued by the beautiful bar owner, becomes a regular. He senses that Jenna wants to do something more with her life. And as he gains her trust, the passion between them grows, as does Ty's insistence that Jenna should start living for herself. With his encouragement, Jenna starts to believe it, too...
But first, Jenna has to figure out what she wants, what she needs, who she loves, and if she has the passion and pride to take a shot at having it all-including Ty...
ARC provided by Publisher.  Taking A Shot releases on March 6, 2012 from Berkley Heat.

Review: Taking A Shot - Jaci Burton

Taking A Shot by Jaci Burton
Series:  Play by Play #3
Release Date:  March 6, 2012
Publisher:  Berkley Trade
Page Count:  336
Source:  Provided by Publisher
Buy the book at: Amazon  


If you want to score, you have to get in the game...
The last thing Jenna Riley needs is more sports in her life. While her brothers are off being athletic superstars, she's stuck running the family's sports bar, whether she likes it or not. Then in walks pro hockey stud Tyler Anderson. As much as Jenna would like to go to the boards with him, she's vowed to never fall for a jock-even one as hot as Ty.
Ty, intrigued by the beautiful bar owner, becomes a regular. He senses that Jenna wants to do something more with her life. And as he gains her trust, the passion between them grows, as does Ty's insistence that Jenna should start living for herself. With his encouragement, Jenna starts to believe it, too...
But first, Jenna has to figure out what she wants, what she needs, who she loves, and if she has the passion and pride to take a shot at having it all-including Ty...
Jaci Burton certainly knows how to write characters that can be larger than life, flawed like the rest of us and absolutely down and dirty!  If you've enjoyed either of the other two Play-by-Play books, you will not be disappointed in this latest addition to the series.

Jenna Riley, baby sister to Mick (The Perfect Play) and Gavin (Changing the Game), has an extremely difficult time putting herself first and going after what she wants.  When she was a kid, she took a backseat to her brothers various sports and the family bar.  As an adult, it's keeping a Riley running the family's sports bar rather than doing what she wants.  But Jenna also has a confidence problem after being told once that she wasn't good enough.  She wraps all this up into her crutch of "not liking anything related to sports" so she can give herself an excuse for not pursing what she really wants...both professionally and personally.

Ty Anderson has been attracted to Jenna from the moment he met her.  While she's not his type, he pursues he relentlessly until she finally caves in and they have one hot night after Mick and Tara's wedding.  Ty figures he'd have her this one night and get her out of his system.  The problem is, he still wants her and finds her wants more from her than he swore he'd ever want from someone after living through his parents disastrous marriage.

Poor Ty finds himself in a bit of a quandary where Jenna is concerned.  He pushes for more while she pulls away trying to convince both of them they won't ever work.  Ty gets exasperated further because he's discovered Jenna's passion and can't understand why she isn't doing what she can to try and make her dream a reality. In the end, it takes a blow up fight, some faith in yourself and your significant other and some groveling for Ty and Jenna to find their HEA.
Ty and Jenna are two character you love regardless of whether they ended up together or not.  But together they are some kind of wonderful.  They bicker like it's going out of style and had sex in some interesting places (I sit in a hockey arena every weekend freezing my arse off, so I can't even imagine using the glass and boards like Jenna and Ty did). 

Review: On One Condition - Diane Alberts

On One Condition by Diane Alberts
Series:  
Release Date:  February 2012
Publisher:   Ever After (Entangled)
Page Count:  112
Source:  Provided by Publisher
Buy the book at: Amazon  

OCD kindergarten teacher Johanna hates Valentine’s Day. She hates romance, hates commercialism, and definitely hates her school’s annual charity date auction. She never expects her pre-auction night of drinking to land a sexy Brit in her bed. Or for that Brit to show up at the auction, bid thousands just to talk to her again, and get down on one knee in front of everyone and ask her to marry him.

Viscount Damon Hayes has never met anyone like Johanna. She’s neurotic, fascinating, and fun. She also doesn’t care about his title and doesn’t want his money, which makes Johanna perfect to fulfill a surprise clause in his father’s will: marry within three months and remain married for a year, or lose his fortune. A relationship is out of the question, but when passions ignite and the two fall in love, their marriage of convenience becomes anything but.
Take one person who doesn't think anyone can love them and add a member of the British aristocracy who's led to believe a marriage of convenience is needed to keep their inheritance and you have the premise of this lovely novella.

Johanna is determined to spend her life alone after having a few disastrous relationships, going as far as keeping everyone at arms length.  But when she wakes up on Valentine's day after a night of drinking,  she's in for a surprise when a stranger with a smoking hot British accent is in her bed. 

Viscount Damon Hayes has just found out that he needs to marry for a year and attempt to produce an heir in order to keep his fortune. There is only one woman who Damon is even remotely interested in convincing (with a presentation no less) to sign up for the job.  The hot kindergarten teacher who wants nothing to do with him.

This is a cute read with the old story of a marriage of convenience that leads to true love.  The storyline doesn't take any shocking twists or turns, but it's written with just the right amount of longing, misunderstanding, miscommunication and finally admitting to what each of the main characters feel. 


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Review: Dangerous Race - Dee J Adams

Dangerous Race by Dee J Adams
Series:  Adrenaline Highs #1
Release Date:  September 5, 2011
Publisher:   Carina Press
Page Count:  308
Source:  NetGalley
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Four years ago, race car driver Tracey Bradshaw almost died in a horrific crash. Now scarred inside and out, she's making a comeback, but her team is plagued by a series of "accidents".
When the team leader dies under mysterious circumstances, former driver Mac Reynolds takes charge. The pair clash as Trace resents his high-handed attempts to control her, while Mac fears Trace's recklessness will get her killed. Neither can throttle back the desire that spins out of control whenever they touch. Trace lets herself be seduced when Mac convinces her he finds her beautiful despite her scars, and she begins to hope for more. But Mac knows he's not nearly good enough for Trace…


I'm not a racing fan and generally don't get into racing books, but this was one that snatches you by the shirt and pulls you in. 

Tracey Bradshaw is a young woman trying to get her life back on track.  Four years ago, she was at the top of her game as a race car driver until a freak accident almost killed her.  She's spent those four years rehabbing her body and mind to get back to that place.  And while she might be ready for racing, Tracey has other scars she has to deal with as an aftermath of the accident.  She convinced herself that no one will ever want her because of her scars (thanks to her a-hole ex-fiance) so she builds up a wall to keep her heart safe.  Too bad that wall not only keeps others out, but also locks Tracey in as well.

Mac Reynolds raced cars for Tracey's team owner until his own terrifying accident ended his career.  To pay back a debt to the team owner, Mac agrees to be the Crew Chief for Tracey's team after her chief unexpectedly dies.  He finds a kindred spirit in Tracey, but he's also dealing with his own issues of self worth and a wall of shame to hide behind. 

Tracey and Mac were, at time, a very exhausting couple.  As a reader, you could see how they fit, but the characters could see that so it made you want to scream and shake them until they caught up to you.  And while their journey to get to their HEA was emotional and full of obstacles both of them threw in the way, it sometimes made me wonder why either of them would bother continuing on with the chase.

The secondary couple in the story, Matthew and Chelsea were a couple that I enjoyed and didn't have all the emotional baggage Tracey and Mac had.  As a matter of fact, when we got the the point of the book where we found out who was behind everything, it was Matthew and Chelsea that had you turning the pages to find out what happened next.

I always like when a book unexpectedly pull me in and this one has all those elements that I like:  characters that have really big issues, hot sex and a plot that keeps you guessing. 


Blog Tour Book Spotlight: Assumed Identity - Lila Munro

We're spotlighting Lila Munro's release Assumed Identity, with a very hot excerpt for you.

Innocent childhood games of dress-up and pretend… 

Julie Stevens is as straight as they come. Or so she tries to convince herself. But it isn’t easy believing that little white lie when she has the two most sexually eccentric best friends on the planet. One is a bi-sexual Domme who believes if it looks fun, try it. The other is a gay man in the role of slave to his very sexy Master whom Julie often wishes wasn’t gay. Dante’s commanding presence makes her want to do things that set her on fire with need and embarrassment. Given her boring vanilla life, how exactly does she fit into their world? Would they like to have a shinier third wheel? 

Are a completely different animal for grownups… 

After one wild evening and a bit too much liquid encouragement, Julie discovers a side of herself she’s always tried to ignore. The realization she’s a sub not only scares her, it excites her and she yearns for more. But the process of finding the right man to teach her becomes a real issue, until Mason comes along. He’s everything Julie imagines a Dom should be. Armed with her masque and Renaissance costume, Julie is thrown for a loop when the handsome Master draws more willingness out of her than she ever thought possible. Is it possible she’s more than a submissive? And will the assumptions he’s made about her identity end up tearing them apart?
Excerpt
“Jaime, I said stand still,” Shelby scolded, sending Julie’s eyes to where he stood.

She found him standing like a statue with his shirt now wrapped around his wrists. Julie had no idea what came over her, but the idea that the man was as good as tied up excited her and she wondered what that must feel like to be deprived of such a basic function. Movement. The thought of not being able to participate fully in what was going to happen sent a wave of gooseflesh across her body.

Julie didn’t wait for anymore of Shelby’s demands. She walked toward Jaime and fell to her knees in front of him. Enjoying watching him try to stay still, she ran her hands up his sturdy thighs and across his groin to the buttons on his jeans. With one firm pull Julie jerked his fly open then eased the soft denim down his hips before tugging his boxers past his erection that flipped up out of its confinement and tapped his belly. And a beautiful erection it was.  She licked her lips and swallowed as her mouth watered at the sight of him.

“Lick it, Marie,” Shelby whispered hoarsely from behind her.

Julie couldn’t even speak. She nodded, grabbed him with one hand then ran her tongue from the base of him clear to the tip then took him between her lips and sucked ever so slightly, inhaling the muskiness and salty sweat floating off him. A low growl rumbled through Jaime and shimmied up his cock to vibrate along her lips. Dear God, she wanted nothing more than to satisfy him and as disconcerting as that thought was, she chose to follow her instinct, widened her jaw, and took as much of him as she could into her mouth.

“Stop,” Shelby demanded as soon as Jaime’s cock was lodged against Julie’s soft palate.

Resisting the urge to gag, Julie stopped. Why exactly she couldn’t say. Who was Shelby to be telling her how to get a man off and when? Shelby wasn’t her Missus, or whatever she was called when she was playing those games.



About the Author
Lila Munro currently resides on the coast of North Carolina with her husband and their two four-legged kids. She’s a military wife with an empty nest and takes much of her inspiration for her heroes from the marines she’s lived around for the past fifteen years. Coining the term realmantica, she strives to produce quality romance in a realistic setting. Her genre of choice is contemporary romance that spans everything from the sensual to BDSM and ménage. When she’s not writing, she enjoys reading everything she can get her hands on, trips to the museum and aquarium, taking field research trips, and soaking up the sun on the nearby beaches. Her works include The Executive Officer’s Wife, Bound By Trust, Destiny’s Fire, Salvation, Three for Keeps, the Force Recon series, the Slower Lower series, and the Identity series. She’s a member in good standing of RWA and Passionate Ink. Currently she’s working on sequels to several series to be released throughout 2012. And has a brand new line scheduled for winter 2012-13. Ms. Munro also works as the VP of Business Affairs for Rebel Ink Press. She loves to hear from her readers and can be contacted via her website http://realmanticmoments.blogspot.com  or through Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Lila_Munro You can also contact her via email at lilasromance@gmail.com

For more information about Rebel Ink Press please visit their website at www.rebelinkpress.com

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