Unexpected Desires: The Serendipity Trilogy (Book #1) by Zoey Derrick - Book Review

Book Description: 

I agreed to be their surrogate; to give my friends the one thing they couldn't do on their own. The choice was easy.
What followed was not.
I fell in love with them along the way, but they can’t give me what I want most- their love.
The connection between them is undeniable.
How could I possibly come between them?
The truth is that I can’t.

Now, I’m pregnant and alone when all I’ve ever wanted is someone to love me, wholly and unconditionally.
I thought they were it, the Ones, but I was wrong.
My name is River Ashley Bennett and better plans are in store for me.
I just don’t know what they are yet.

We're broken.
Shells of the men we once were.
Our love has never been stronger, but we're missing the one thing we want above all else- a woman between us.
We gave up our dream when we were left unexpectedly by a woman in our past.
We want it back.
We didn't realize how much until she fell into our laps.

We have a chance to redeem ourselves; to feel complete in a way we never imagined.
There's only one problem.
She's pregnant with our best friend's child.

Can our desire and dreams withstand the time and trials we’ll have to endure to make her ours? Or will we be left on the outside looking in?

We want her.
We need her.
We are Keenan and Bodie Carmikael and we will stop at nothing to make her ours.
Forever.

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About the Author:

Best Selling Erotic, Paranormal and Contemporary Romance author Zoey Derrick comes from Glendale, Arizona. Zoey, was a mortgage underwriter by day and is now a romance and erotica novelist full-time. She writes stories as hot as the desert sun itself. It is this passion that drips off of her work, bringing excitement to anyone who enjoys a good and sensual love story.

Not only does she aim to take her readers on an erotic dance that lasts the night, it allows her to empty her mind of stories we all wish were true.
 Her stories are hopeful yet true to life, skillfully avoiding melodrama and the unrealistic, bringing her gripping Erotica only closer to the heart of those that dare dipping into it.

The intimacy of her fantasies that she shares with her readers is thrilling and encouraging, climactic yet full of suspense. She is a loving mistress, up for anything, of which any reader is doomed to return to again and again.

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Book Review: 

Yay! Welcome back to the writing world Zoey Derrick!! I am so happy to read up on some of my favourite characters from the past.
To get this out of the way, this is not a sweet romance, this is a BDSM (gay and bi sexual) erotica. This book is hot hot hot. It has heat but also has a great storyline. River accept being a surrogate for Caden and Aryn who are in a same sex marriage. They also live the BDSM lifestyle. I learned a bit more about BDSM (D/S) and a mmf triad relationship as it has been awhile since I have read an erotica novel. I love how Zoey Derrick can take you on a trip with each of these characters and by the end of it you are totally hooked. I felt like I was truly getting to know River and her relationships between Caden/Aryn and Bodie/Keenan - swoon. The author makes the characters very relatable, even if you do not live the same life style. I can't wait to read book two! All of the authors books have connections with each other and I remember some characters from previous books I have read in the past. I give this a 4.5 out of 5 stars!

~*Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. The opinions and thoughts are 100% my own.*~

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Black Mark's Resistance by Ebony Olson ~ Book Review

Book Description: 

You've never been wanted. You've never been loved. You release your emotions by bleeding and having sex. But now, the hottest person alive develops a sudden interest in you. What do you do?

Mora has never had an easy life. Physically and mentally abused by her mother, she's never known what being wanted or loved felt like. Her only relief? Sex, bleeding and playing the cello. And now, her new boss, Darius, has shown an interest in her character. Will Darius become another danger in Mora's life, or is he the absolution she's been internally wishing for?

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About the Author: 

Ebony lives in Sydney, Australia, with her husband, daughter, and six cats. She loves to read fantasy, thrillers, and paranormal romance, spending most of her free time with her nose in a book or writing.

Having always possessed an over-active imagination she spent her younger years regaling friends with fantastic stories, holding her audience captive with the passion and suspense of her characters plights.

Now in adulthood she has numerous published works and shows no signs of stopping her imagination from spreading across as many pages as it can find. 

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Review: 

A very quick read that leaves you with a cliff hanger! I did find some of the time lapse threw me off, the author would jump a month ahead. The first time I had to go back and read it again to make sure. The author also did more "telling" then "showing" in this novel but I still enjoyed the story line. I like the main character, Mora, as she is strong, independent women, who says what she is thinking. She does hide a lot of her emotions from her childhood but opens up and we start to learn that her family is very broken. Darius also has had a rough past but we don't get to learn a lot about him in the first book. 
If you like a little eroticism, strong characters (male & female), music and fun you will enjoy this book. 

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Libido Reboot: A Widow's Sexual Journey by L. A. Maria ~ Audiobook Review

Book Description: 

Libido Reboot: A Widow's Sexual Journey is a true story about the sexual reawakening of a woman after several years of celibacy following the death of her husband. It is an honest account of her search for sexual gratification gained through sex toys, escort services, and online hookup and dating sites. Her experience led her to believe that others, in particular, baby boomers, could learn and be inspired by her journey. This timely book provides excellent relationship advice designed to help both men and women ultimately discover how good sex and intimacy is for their health and well-being.

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Review: 

This is not an erotica but more a memoir of a lady in her 50's that would like to share her experiences for others to learn from. It could be for both men and women but not for the young as the author tells us in the beginning of the book. I am only 35 and my husband is 47, I found that I enjoyed hearing about how the author explored her sexual needs after her libido came rushing back about five years after her husband of 40+ yrs passed away. The author had only been with one man in her life and realized how "vanilla" their love life was. She had many different experiences that she shares with her readers from getting a play toy to hiring an escort to fulfill her needs. 

It's a quick audiobook which was great for my drive to and from work one night. Something different to listen to as I have been really only reading thrillers/crime novels and health audiobooks and podcasts. 

I give this book a 4 out of 5. The narrator also did a great job on keeping my interest without being mono-toned or slow. 


~*Disclaimer: I received the above book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own.*~

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Bled by Eddie Slain ~ Book Review

Book Description:

Cassie is caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse, where the only rules are kill, or be killed…

Charleston, Illinois -
Cassie and Frank’s animalistic rutting climaxes with rage, pain, and disappointment, when he disappears, trailing burnt and bloody remains in his wake.

Rome, Italy -
A gorgeous stranger sweeps Cassie off her feet, lighting her soul with every touch, his deep, brown eyes harbouring a dark secret.

Perugia, Italy -
Cassie’s lover disappears, leaving a blood-soaked message, and the image of a familiar ghost on her phone.

…exhausted, frozen, alone, Cassie must now hunt down the killer before it's too late.

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About the Author:

Eddie Slain has been dreaming in bright red and hot pink for most of his life, fighting the urge to write what he sees whenever he closes his eyes.

Now everyone can indulge in Eddie's dark side.

Dip inside, enjoy the rush.

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Review:

I enjoy reading horror, psychological and erotica books but usually they are not all rolled into one like Bled. This book is raw, raw, raw. It gets its teeth into you from the first couple pages and hooks you along until you come to the end. This book is not my typical read but I was very interested in seeing how the novel would unfold. I knew from the beginning that it isn't your average horror or erotica novel, it does contain explicit sexual scenes. That in mind I jump in with both feet and an open mind.

I give this book a 4 out of 5 stars. Why? Because I found it hooked my attention right away, kept me picking back up the book until I was finished. I love the writing style of Slain and was fascinated with the story he was able to tell. Never would I have thought Geocaching would be so dangerous.

Cassie is  a tough girl, she won't take any crap from anyone especially not her boyfriend, who really needs emotional help and some anger management. She even has some great kicka#$ moves that will get her out of trouble. This book does have abuse emotionally and physically, so there were times that I couldn't wait to get through a certain part. All in all I think Slain did a great job on his debut novel and I can't wait to read more by him.


~*Disclaimer: I received the above book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own.*~

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South Beach Girl (Book 1) by Ayele Summer ~ Book Review

Book Description: 

Bad girl gone good?

Beverly Love is full of secrets and South Beach is the perfect place to keep them hidden, but for how long? What will she do when the reason love seems unattainable to her is the very reason behind her success?

This is a sizzling slice of life novella about a young woman on the verge of discovering love as she decides who she wants to be.

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Review: 

This was a quick read, I found it a bit lacking in back shadowing and wish we had learned more about the main character Beverly's background. It was very quick into and then jumped right into present day (which is a few years after the prologue). I found this to be an okay read, I found myself thinking that Beverly just run around, drinking, doing drugs and having sex. Her life was all about partying. I think this may be a better read for someone younger than myself that is into the club scene. The story was an interesting one, poor girl gets taken care of by an older gentleman. We don't learn too much about Ken but we can tell that he supports her financially so she can party and do her photography on the side. Bev meets a cute Italian who is on vacation. This makes her rethink her life and how she is an escort to Ken and finally thinks she is ready to move away from this relationship and fall in love.

I give this novella a 3 out of 5 stars. I would have loved it to have been more in depth and tell us more about Beverly before she meets Ken and their continued relationship.


~*Disclaimer: I received the above book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own.*~

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Wrong or Write 2 by Sky Corgan Narrated by Aundrea Mitchell ~ Audiobook Review

Book Description: 

Kim Naramore has loved Dominick Parker since she first understood what love was. An admittance of her feelings puts her face to face with the realities of adulthood. Everything in her hopes that he'll be the man of her dreams, but when a lie ruins her perfect moment, she quickly realizes that her storybook romance might not get the happy ending she thought.

Being seduced by the billionaire author is not without consequences. When Kim discovers that he's still clinging to the past, she wonders if there's any hope for a future with him. It's all in the pages of his books.

Content warning: This story contains content too steamy for this blurb. For listeners 18+ only!

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About the Author: 

Sky Corgan is a USA Today Best-Selling author. When she's not typing away at the next steamy romance series, she's busy planning for future vacations.
 
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About the Narrator:   

After receiving her B.S. and MBA Aundrea fell madly in love and decided to start her family.  Ten years and five children later she was quickly living the full time wife, mother and household management life.  Needing a temporary escape from time to time Tovah returned back to her first love - reading!  Devouring anything that peaked her interest  she soon found that she was addicted to stories and how they are woven and couldn't get enough.  After having the idea that she could get a lot more accomplished in her day if she listened to these stories she was becoming enamoured with while following her daily schedule (in particular her daily drop off and pick up of her oldest boys from their rigorous karate training) and idea struck.  What if she could mix her love of performance and literature in a professional capacity?  Once getting involved in the world of book narration she quickly became hooked and when not with her family  you can find her in her homemade studio working hard to grow in her own story telling abilities.  You can follow her on twitter @A5Mitchell to learn more about her upcoming projects or see what is going on in her very full, very busy household
Review: 

Book two picks up where the first novella left off! Right in the middle of the sexy heat, OMG will Kim go through with it or not?? I again listened to the audiobook version and loved it for the most part. The only part of this novella I didn't like was when the author used the word cu*t to explain Kim's sex. I am okay with pretty much any term except that, as I find it to be a derogatory term, turning a sexy erotica to something nasty. Other than that this novella is sexy/hot. Dominick, le sigh. I really started to fall for Dominick more in book two. I also feel Kim starts to realize things are a lot different from how she remembers Dominick when she was twelve. She is a naive college student but then again I think a lot of us are when in our late teens, early twenties. Kim hasn't had many boy encounters before hand. In this novella we learn more about Dominick and his feelings. We also hear more about the novels he has written. It is a very quick paced story.

The narrator, Aundrea Mitchell does another fantastic job in book two. I really enjoy listening to Aundrea narrator stories. I find some narrators had to concentrate with and Aundrea is the opposite. I can easily put on the audiobook and commute to work or take a walk with the dogs.

I give this book a 3.5 stars out of 5. I look forward to reading more from Sky and listening to more audiobooks narrated by Aundrea. 


~*Disclaimer: I recevied a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*~

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Wrong or Write by Sky Corgan Narrator: Aundrea Mitchell ~ Audiobook Review

Book Description: 

Kim Naramore has always been in love with her sister's best friend Dominick Parker. The problem is that with a twelve-year age difference between them, he never saw her that way. Growing up together, she always fantasized that he would be her husband someday, but as the years passed, she realized it was her sister he was after.

Fate often isn't kind, and Dominick moves away to escape his past and pursue his dreams. When circumstances of chance give Kim the opportunity to get closer to Dominick, she takes it. But years have passed since they've seen each other, and he's not the same man he was before.

Content Warning: This story contains adult content. For readers 18+ only!

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About the Author: 

Sky Corgan is a USA Today Best-Selling author. When she's not typing away at the next steamy romance series, she's busy planning for future vacations.
 
Connect with the author on Goodreads or Amazon. 

About the Narrator:   

After receiving her B.S. and MBA Aundrea fell madly in love and decided to start her family.  Ten years and five children later she was quickly living the full time wife, mother and household management life.  Needing a temporary escape from time to time Tovah returned back to her first love - reading!  Devouring anything that peaked her interest  she soon found that she was addicted to stories and how they are woven and couldn't get enough.  After having the idea that she could get a lot more accomplished in her day if she listened to these stories she was becoming enamoured with while following her daily schedule (in particular her daily drop off and pick up of her oldest boys from their rigorous karate training) and idea struck.  What if she could mix her love of performance and literature in a professional capacity?  Once getting involved in the world of book narration she quickly became hooked and when not with her family  you can find her in her homemade studio working hard to grow in her own story telling abilities.  You can follow her on twitter @A5Mitchell to learn more about her upcoming projects or see what is going on in her very full, very busy household

Review: 

This is a quick and fun audiobook/novella. Kim has a childhood crush on her sisters best friend, Dominick. Dominick is in love with Kim's sister. He is a lot older than Kim and helps Kim's sister take care of the two of them after their parents die. Kim is love struck and holds onto that love for Dominick for years after he moves away broken hearted because of Kim's sister. 

Years later Kim gets to have Dominick. This is a fun little novella that is a quick listen to or read. I found Kim really naive as she was still imagining Dominick in the same light from when she was twelve, now a college student and still a virgin she thinks Dominick wouldn't have changed over the years. The story gets heated and of course ends with a cliffhanger, ack, really? Well, since the rest of the series is out it is no big deal just carry on to book two. It could have been made into one book instead of three novellas, just my opinion as I am not big on cliffhangers when it comes to romance and erotica. 

I really enjoyed Aundrea Mitchell's narration. Aundrea is easy to listen to and changes tones with the different characters. I found her narration very suiting for Kim's character. I didn't have any trouble focusing on the story or understanding the change in characters. Aundrea doesn't have a thick accent or anything that will draw away from the story. I look forward to listening to book two and more from Sky and Aundrea. 

I give this audiobook a 3.5 out of 5 stars.  
 


~*Disclaimer: I received a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own.*~

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Erotic Daydreams by Valerie Brundage ~ Book Review

Book Description: 

Let Valerie Brundage’s imagination fuel your naughty fantasies and take you to those secret places where your libido beckons. Vicariously walk on the wild side as the women in her stories explore their desires—ladies only, ménage, rough and edgy, ice play, being watched…and more. All you have to do is pour yourself a glass of wine, turn on your e-reader and wait for the erotic daydreams to begin.

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About the Author: 

I began writing again after 17 years doing the "married thing." I realized two things: it was more than my imagination that was being held back, and I'm enjoying starting to live out some of those dark sexy urges as much as writing about them.

I've always been open to new experiences hearing about others. I like to read fiction that doesn't shy away from the sex people have, because to be honest, people have sex. Sometimes for the wrong reasons, sometimes for the reasons they're not admitting. That's why it's such an important part of writing truthfully about how people interact with people.

My writing teachers told me to tell the truth and to not be scared. So I write about dark desires. Kissing that person (of any sex) you aren't supposed to kiss. And inviting the wrong person to see something they aren't supposed to see.

Not because it's wrong. Because you learn something about yourself when you embrace your inner desires.

I'm new at this, after 100 poems back in high school and I think I have been thinking up alternate histories in my head the entire time.

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Review: 

This is a great little bundle of erotic short stories. They jump right into the action and can be read in on sitting or over a few. Included is a little for everyone. A couple of the stories were not really my cup of tea, but I do admit they are steamy. I am not into public humiliation or sex in public so those ones were not my favorite. I also found the last one I didn't really get. I did like the rest of the stories, I believe there were 8 in total.

The first half of the book read really well, the characters and stories were fast paced and action packed. I did find the editing didn't hold out all through the book, if you are just looking for a sexy read then that likely wont bother you. I do have a hard time with errors in novels of any kind.

I would be interested in reading more from this author as I do like her writing. I'm giving this book a 3.5 out of 4 stars.


~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. I received a copy of the above book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are honest and my own.*~

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Holly Berry (Naughty or Nice? #1): A Christmas Fairy Story by Emma Jaye ~ Book Review

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An Escort for Christmas: A Billionaire Novella by A. Zavarelli ~ Book Review

Book Description: 

Harper Nichols is in a desperate situation.

After her Aunt’s passing, she’s been left with a mounting pile of medical bills and other debt. Just when she thinks it can’t get any worse, she loses her job… only weeks before Christmas.

The very roof over her head hangs in the balance, and so far her job leads have been less than fruitful. As a last resort, she accepts her friend Katia’s offer to work for her dating service. The only stipulation? Extras are off the table.

But when she meets wealthy real estate mogul Jameson King, things aren’t exactly what she expected. Hired to spend two weeks with him at his family’s home over Christmas, she quickly realizes that some rules are just meant to be broken. But what will happen when this business transaction is over? Harper might be richer, but at what cost to her heart?

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About the Author:

A. Zavarelli is a romance book junkie, cat lover, and traveler when plagued by intense cases of wanderlust. She likes all things chocolate, books that come with warnings, and pretty much any kind of characters that are dark and gritty.

You can find more about her on her website.

Review: 

Both Harper and Jameson are both new to this escort biz and are not really sure how it works. Harper needs the money but has removed sex from the table. Jameson needs a "girlfriend" to take home for the holidays to meet his family, no sex rule is applied from his end also. Harper has a hard time playing the little vixen and starts falling for Jameson. Jameson falls for Harper's sweet character and so does the rest of his family. The author does a great job with the complexity of the characters in a novella. I found I was falling for both of them and hoping for the best. I found the pace of this story moved right along and had me hooked from the beginning. Another great read from this author. I read it in one sitting because I really needed to know how this escort job was going to end up with these two main characters.

I give this book a 4 out of 5.


~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. I received the above book for review purpose. All opinions are honest and my own.*~

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One Last Gift: A Billionaire Christmas Novelette by A. Zavarelli ~ Book Review

Book Description: 

For the last three years, Aspen Keller has stood tirelessly by Kane Stryker’s side. Her media mogul boss is handsome, charming, and oddly sweet when he wants to be. He’s also completely oblivious to the fact that Aspen’s in love with him.

Fed up and unable to take any more, Aspen accepts a job in Florida. She’s written her resignation and packed her bags. Now the only thing left to do is get through the holidays.

This is her last Christmas with Kane. The man she’s given sixty hours a week and three years of her life to. The man who’s stolen her heart. But before she goes, she has something else she wants to give him.

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About the Author:

A. Zavarelli is a romance book junkie, cat lover, and traveler when plagued by intense cases of wanderlust. She likes all things chocolate, books that come with warnings, and pretty much any kind of characters that are dark and gritty.

You can find more about her on her website.

Review:

I just have to say I loved this book, novelette. It was a super quick read, the author hooks you from the very beginning and holds you right to the end. She doesn't just tell the story from Aspen's character but make you feel Aspen's heartache for a man who doesn't see her for more than his assistant. I don't want to give away the ending but it isn't really how you think it is going to go. This is a clean erotic romance, yes there is sex but it isn't racy or crude. It is sexy without going into too much detail but makes you feel hot and bothered by Kane, mmm. Sexy, tall, dark, handsome and rich, oh my. A great story!

I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars. A fun holiday read that can be read in under an hour.


~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. I received the above book for review purpose. All opinions are honest and my own.*~

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Tracing the Line Book Review and Giveaway

They say love doesn’t hurt.

But it’s a lie. I promise you, love someone long enough, and they’ll destroy your soul.

I’ve spent my life taking care of everyone else: my family, my ex-husband, my friends. Deep down, I know I should focus on myself, but how can I when I’ve got one sister about to implode while the other battles her own guilt?

The minute I met Kai Isaac, I should’ve run in the opposite direction. His business isn’t one I want any part of, and I’ve got way too much drama in my life already.

But his kiss...those eyes...the raging inferno he creates when he touches me...I can’t stay away. Life’s reeling out of control, and he’s my only refuge from the storm.

My sister Lux says trusting someone means not knowing everything about them and being okay with it...but what if not knowing the truth ruins everything?

Heat rating: Super sexy, with very light kink ;)

About the author:

When you do something effortlessly and people commend you continuously, you have found your gift.

That’s what I tell people all the time. And it’s true.

I get story. I always have. I started writing when I was 8 on a Smith Corona (the electronic kind — I’m not THAT old). I wrote stories in every spiral notebook I had. Eventually, I graduated to a Mac (yes, I’m one of THOSE people). I imagined new worlds, emotional conflicts, and HEAs while I waited at stoplights or wandered the grocery store. But here’s the thing: I didn’t just dream it up and write it down — I critiqued what I read. I knew when ideas were good, and when they stunk. I ran writing groups, judged creative contests, and eventually got two graduate degrees in writing. That’s right: I love it that much.

So here I am, years later, writing kickass heroines and devastating good guys, along with some mystery and vampires thrown in (I promise: THEY’RE COMING). And what’s really cool? I do what I love. Wanna write a success story for your life: I promise you, that’s it. Do what you love. And hopefully, you can make a living at it too. That’s the golden ticket, Charlie.

And chocolate doesn’t hurt, either…

The serious stuff:

I have an M.A. in creative writing, as well as an M.F.A. in creative writing with a focus in publishing. I produce two podcasts, host one, and am a freelance editor and publicist over at Upgrade Your Story. In my free time (what is that, exactly?), I read, workout, game, and converse. I’m a high introvert despite my extroverted behaviors, so you’ll find me behind my computer most days. I’m married to the wild and brilliant Billy Crash, have two dogs who are filing to change their species designation to “human,” and can often be found wandering Manhattan in search of the perfect writing spot.

You can find me at Twitter at @upgradestory & @allyabishop, Facebook, Pinterest, and my website.

You can purchase Tracing the Line from the following links.
Amazon: http://bit.ly/TracingAMowing links;Z

Barnes & Noble: http://bit.ly/TracingBandN

Kobo: http://bit.ly/Tracingkobo

Smashwords: http://bit.ly/TracingSW

Goodreads: http://bit.ly/tracinglineGR

My review:
What another phenomenal read from Ally Bishop! I had the pleasure of reading one of her previous stories, and happily jumped on the chance to read another, and as expected, I was far from disappointed.
Although this story is the third book from Ally's Without a Trace series, it can be read on it's own. 
Two sisters who have reunited after a long break after a rough childhood, they're trying to make up time. There is a third sister Blue, who I hope to hear more from in future.
The love story begins in an unusual setting, and the relationship although seems a bit difficult due to Kai's past commitments. Doesn't stop Zi and Kai from starting theirs off hot and steamy, making it a non-stopping page turner. 
The tell of a great book for me is when all my emotions are invested in the characters, and Ally had me doing just that. Loved it Ally, looking forward to more!


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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Cheryl. I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for my review, all opinions are honest and my own.*~

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Beautiful Criminal Book Review

Long days, precious nights…

Mima Etu lives a quiet life with her sled dogs in the stunning Canadian Rockies. But that all changes when she stumbles upon a plane crash while out on a supply run. She’s shocked to discover the pilot is still alive—though barely. With the sun setting and the temperatures quickly dropping, Mima knows he’d never survive the trip to the nearest hospital. So she takes the stranger back to her cabin. As he heals, his vague answers to Mima’s questions about the flight tell her he has secrets. But more disturbing is the consuming, immediate attraction she senses between them.

Before he lost control of his Cessna and plunged into a pilot’s hell, Gabriel Miller was on a deadly mission with precious cargo. Now he’s awakened in the comfort of a log cabin with a gorgeous woman tending to his every need. Her soft-spoken beauty sparks his longing for a different kind of life….and it isn’t long before they surrender to a blazing passion. But their blissful days are numbered. For the owners of the cargo are bent on finding Gabriel—and once they do, they don’t intend to leave any witnesses behind.

PRE-ORDER INFORMATION

Beautiful Criminal is available for pre-order at  Amazon, B&N,  Kobo and Google Play

Meet the author:

Shady Grace makes Northern Ontario her home, where the bush is so thick you can’t see two feet past the tree line. Perhaps the mystery of the woods was what initially sparked her need to write. She adores strong alpha males who fall for fiery, independent women, in settings with humorous dialogue and action-filled plots. Shady believes love and sex should be exciting and unforgettable. Being able to write about it is better than cheesecake.

Shady Grace is the new pen name of multi-published erotic author BL Bonita, who earned a starred review fromPublishers Weekly for Dark Sun Rising. Visit her website at shadygrace.weebly.com, and find her on Facebook at facebook.com/shadygraceerotica.

For More Information

Visit Shady’s website.
Connect with Shady on Facebook , Pinterest, and Goodreads

 My Review:

Beautiful criminal is a short but very enjoyable read. Shady writes a very unlikely story of a mysterious man found somewhat alive in a plane crash. Main character Mima uses her dog team to bring him back to her cabin where she looks after him, until he heals.
The spark is real, and tension runs high, but the stress of Gabriel's need to get in touch with his boss remains in the background, but he's in the middle of nowhere and Mima has no idea about what exactly was in the back of the plane. Nor does she expect the owners of this precious cargo to show up unannounced at her home.

~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Cheryl. All opinions are honest and my own.*~

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Always the Quiet Ones by Cassandra Carr ~ Book Promo

Book Synopsis: 

King of the geeks Marty Johnston has a serious crush on his co-worker Elizabeth. The principal IT consultant wants more than just a flirtation, but guilt over a one-night-stand-but-maybe-more Marty had on his last business trip before meeting Elizabeth could cost him his big chance with the girl of his dreams. He’s comfortable dealing with computers, not people. Can he step way outside his comfort zone to sort things out, or will he lose the one he’s falling for? 

Purchase a copy on Amazon. 

About the Author: 

Cassandra Carr is a multi-award winning erotic romance writer with Ellora's Cave, Sybarite Seductions/Twenty or Less Press, Decadent Publishing, Siren Publishing, and Loose Id. She lives in Cassandra Carr is a multi-award winning romance writer. When not writing she enjoys watching hockey and hanging out online. Cassandra's books have won numerous "Best Book Of" awards and her novella Unexpected Top was nominated in the E-book Erotic Romance category of RT's Reviewers' Choice Awards.
She thinks the best part of being a writer is how she writes about love and sex while most others struggle with daily commutes, micro-managing bosses and cranky co-workers. Her inspiration comes from everywhere, but she'd particularly like to thank the Buffalo Sabres, the hockey team near and dear to her heart. 

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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own.*~

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Claudine by Barbara Palmer ~ Book Review

Book Snyposis:

Maria Lantos has a secret. She’s a post-grad student researching early erotic literature at Yale who puts her studies to work after hours as a courtesan named Claudine specializing in erotic role play. Her allure and stock of sexual tricks command top dollar from international clients. When Maria receives anonymous text messages filled with chilling threats, she knows her secret is out, and someone is hunting her—someone who knows a lot about her past and who’s intent on playing a starring role in her present.

As Claudine, she loves the brief anonymous liaisons that allow her to explore the darker side of power and desire. But now it’s Maria’s turn. Two men—charismatic Yale professor Reid Whitman and her business manager, Andrei Barinov—will test the limits of her sexuality and safety, forcing her to discover the depth of the dark places within her.
Claudine combines the pace of a thriller, the deep emotional connection of a romance, and the heat of a beautiful woman’s sexual discovery.

Purchase your copy today on Penguin Canada or direct from Barbara Palmer's website. 

About the Author: 

The author is a bestselling, international award-winning Canadian novelist whose work has been published in many countries. She's writing under the pen name Barbara Palmer, inspired by the famous seventeenth-century English courtesan and royal mistress.

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Review: 

After reading the book synopsis and watching the trailer I was really intrigued by the storyline, I couldn't wait to read it! I can tell you I wasn't let down one bit. This has been a great read, right from the beginning. Aside from being an erotic novel it has very suspenseful and at times an emotional story.

Barbara Palmer writes a novel that stands out from the other erotic novels, it wasn't your typical dominatrix or BDSM. Maria is an entertainer in the sex biz, she uses the name Claudine. Claudine is only for the wealthy and has a one time only rule with her clients. Andrei is her right hand man, he checks into each potential client and takes Claudine to each event. I found myself really liking Maria, there is just something about her that I liked right away. She is a lost sole on a mission to become a career woman and not be taken advantage of. She is independent and strong willed. She lives almost like two separate lives, Maria, a Yale student working on her thesis and Claudine, a sought after entertainer. Maria has a dark past and we learn a little about her past as we go through the story. Right from the beginning I felt the emotions between Andrei and Maria, actually I found Barbara Palmer did a fabulous job of making me feel for the characters throughout the book. The story flowed at a great pace, where it wasn't too quick to make you feel lost but it wasn't too slow either to feel like it was dragging on. I wasn't expecting the ending. I was actually really worried that it wasn't going to be the ending I was hoping for but in the end I was very happy on how things ended.

I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars! I look forward to reading more from Barbara Palmer. 


~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. I received the above book for review purpose. All opinions are honest and my own.*~

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Author Spotlight Saturday ~ Meet Primula Bond

Today on Author Spotlight Saturday I am pleased to welcome one of my favorite erotica authors Primula Bond. She is the author of The Unbreakable Trilogy which you can check out my reviews.  Please Welcome Primula Bond to Genuine Jenn!

Tell us a little bit about your books and yourself. 

I am an English, forty something, Oxford-educated erotica writer masquerading as the respectable wife of a solicitor and mother of three sons and a stepdaughter. As well as writing in every spare minute I have, I work part time for some criminal defence solicitors in my home town as a legal secretary. I have lived in London, Venice and Cairo and love travelling and writing about the various places I have visited and include these experiences in my novels. I also love films, fashion, eating out, cooking, singing and photography.

I write newspaper features and short stories under my real name, but as Primula Bond I write erotic romance short stories and novels, my most recent series being the well reviewed Unbreakable Trilogy, The Silver Chain, The Golden Locket and The Diamond Ring, charting the stormy romance between Gustav Levi and Serena Folkes. I also work for the online writers' service, Writers' Workshop, offering critiques and advice for aspiring erotic and romantic writers, which has led to my running erotica and short story workshops at one or two writing festivals and finally meeting my readers face to face.

When was your first book published?

My first short story was published back in 1994. I had been rejected by the romantic publishers Mills and Boon for my over-explicit sex scenes, and one day when I was bored at work, fantasising as usual about my unavailable, handsome boss Ted, and I decided to turn one of the scenes into a short story. I submitted it to a magazine and they accepted it and paid me £150, which struck me as good money for something that I enjoyed doing and only took an hour or so to write. Ted joked that he should take the cut of the fee as it was in his time and on his computer that the breakthrough story was written.

Are you currently working on anything?

I am taking a few months out to work on a semi-autobiographic novel under my own name, which has been burning in the back of my mind for several years. After that I am sketching out a sequel or spin off from my Unbreakable Trilogy, too. I have also self published a collection of short stories on Amazon.

Why did you decide to become an Author?

I have been writing stories, mostly romantic, since I was a little girl and wrote my first love story in an old exercise book. I have a very vivid imagination and often live in a dream world, always spinning stories about people I've seen, places I've been, and what I want for my own life. My ambition, other than to meet the man of my dreams and have a family, was to see a book written by me displayed in a book shop. So I started submitting to magazines and publishers and trying not to get down from the rejection slips. And once the first story was accepted my confidence increased. More stories were published and editors started to take me more seriously. At long last I could call myself a professional writer. I saw my books on the shelves in Tesco and Smiths. And in the end I married the man of my dreams – my old boss, Ted!

When you are writing to you like to listen to music? What is on your playlist?

I have mostly jazz playing when I'm writing: Stan Getz or Miles Davies, or singers such as Melody Gardot or even the sex god himself, Barry White. Sometimes I have classical, like Bach piano concertos, Mozart, or Mahler. It has to be quiet music. Michael Jackson or Pharrell Williams do the job when I have finished an assignment and want to celebrate by dancing round the kitchen with my sons.

Who is your favorite character in your books?

I am unashamedly in love and lust with Gustav Lev, the hero of my Unbreakable Trilogy. He came from my darkest dreams and has the body, charisma and success to die for!

Do you ever take characteristics or nuances from close friends or family when working on character development and if so has that friend or family member noticed and what was their response to it?

My heroine Serena is what I call my 'Berocca' heroine, in that, like those vitamin supplement adverts, she's like me, but on a really good day. Several people have commented that they can hear my voice through hers, but she does and says things that I wasn't brave enough to do when I was her age.

The character of Margot, the dangerous ex wife, is blatantly based on, and an exagerated version of, the ex wife of my husband and also someone I used to know. Much of what she does and says is based on the actual truth of what these people were actually capable of, and as neither of them are with us any longer they can't sue me, so I can create their characters however I like.

The slightly oafish ex boyfriend of Margot is based, if I'm honest, on one or two disastrous teenage boyfriends, amalgamated into one, so they would never recognise themselves...

What is your favorite book of all time?

The Magus by John Fowles. It is is set on the island of Spetses and I read it whilst on holiday there as a student. I was very much in love with the guy I was on holiday with at the time and the mystery of the book and the heat of the sun added to the magic of the holiday.

Tell us in one sentence why we should read your books.

All my books are well written, emotional, energetic and sexy, but with my Unbreakable Trilogy I have really let rip with language, characaterisation, locations, and of course creating an intense, passionate, hot love story that has already transported my lovely readers to a fantasy world of drama, danger, sexual adventure and ultimate happiness.

List your books that are available

Country Pleasures – Black Lace Club Crème – Black Lace Random Acts of Lust – Xcite Books (solo collection of short stories) 
Out of Focus – Xcite Books (novella) 
Sisters in Sin – Avon Books (novella) 
The Silver Chain – Avon Books 
The Golden Locket – Avon Books 
The Diamond Ring – Avon Books

Where can Genuine Jenn readers find you? 

Dip into my blog, find me on Facebook and follow me for chats, gossip and shameless self promotion on Twitter @primulabond

Thanks for taking your time to answer some questions for my readers at Genuine Jenn.

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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own.*~

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