Letters from Jayson by Author Amy Hale

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3 stars

This was a cute read for me. I enjoyed the story line. The characters were quirky and story followed quickly. I thought the notes that Jayson and Lindsay were funny and sweet. 

Lindsay has been in a rut at her job. She is a writer yet her employer refuses to give her anything but fluff reporting even though she has spoken up with new ideas for the company. While not receiving credit for them. She has been over looked one too many times. She has had enough of the males getting all the good jobs. As she storms into her bosses office to explain this, she is given the chance of a lifetime to get an exclusive interview with author Jackson King. But she has to find the recluse man.

Jayson is just trying to get a deadline meet when he realizes that he is not alone in the beach house that should have been all his. What in the hell is he going to do with a woman here? Ask her to leave that is what. But when the beautiful lady explains that she is best friend's with his brother's fiance, she calls him Jay, he does nothing to tell her any different. Why not? 

As the two of them continue to set ground rules on what can and can not happen in the house, Lindsay finds that she enjoys her banner with Jayson. Jayson as well seems to get distracted from his deadline with his thoughts consuming him of Lindsay. But Lindsay is here to work as is Jayson.

When Lindsay finds her in into meeting Jackson King, she is determined to get the interview and show her boss that she can do any job he sets her out to do. But when Jackson seems to keep evading a meeting, he is rather fond of his privacy, Lindsay starts to lose hope. She will have to go back to her job and hope for the best.

Jayson knows the truth about Jackson King. But will he be able to explain it all to Lindsay or will he continue to omit the truth? But after they both give into the attraction between each other, things seems to be better between the two of them or is it? Once morning comes, its a different story. Jayson is back to his old rude way; Lindsay has an author to find.

When things turn worse for Lindsay, she has no choice but to go back home without her interview. Jayson is not sure how he feels about her leaving. Once she is back home and figuring out how to make things work, thoughts of Jayson continue to plague her. She knows the truth about Jackson King. How could she have not realized? But she misses Jayson. 

As letters seems to be Jayson and Lindsay's thing, when she spots some at her best friend's house, she knows what she must do. Can she win back a chance with Jayson with just a sheet of paper with her words? Or will he decide that he likes his life of solitude?

Review by Stacy Eastwood-The Backup (A Montgomery University Novel #1) By: Kathryn Renard

4 stars

I was given this book from netgalley in exchange for an honest review. 

If you love angsty college drama then this is the book for you!  Two young adults, in a college setting, both have issues with their parents...great reading material.  Runner Rarity is that backup...quarterback!  He is waiting and biding his time to let his star shine.  Josie, is new to Montgomery a freshman at the University but a celebrity in her own right...thanks to her Dad.  Runner and Josie meet, the chemistry is there the reader just waits to see if it is as combustible as it seems.  This is a quick read with lots of drama.  If you like new adult, college settings, and young love this is the book for you.

Layers Deep-Layers Trilogy Book 1 by Author Lacey Silks

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4 stars

This was my second book by author Lacey Silks. I can say now that I am a fan of her writing. I enjoyed the story, the flow of events and the characters. I would have done anything for Tristan Cross too.

This is book 1 in the series and let me say "CLIFFY".....wow!!! I am one clicking book 2, Layers Peeled as I am typing this review. I need more of Allie & Tristan not to mention Kendra & Julian.

Allie Green has been living with revenge running through her veins. She was unable to stop an incident from happening when she was just a girl but now as a grown woman and cop at that, she is just waiting for the time til she can act on this revenge. She will do anything to protect her mom from the monster that haunts her days and nights. But she needs the help of one man, Tristan Cross, to complete this.

Tristan Cross has it all. The looks, money, cars and a loving family along with the family business. He could not ask for anything else except to help a friend out. He will do just about anything to find her. But that will require the help of one sexy female cop. Tristan has his eyes on Allie Green. She is just the woman for the job or so he hopes. 

As Tristan offers a job to Allie, she knows this is her chance to get revenge but the attraction between the two of them maybe too much for a working relationship. How will they be able to get the jobs done when they want to tear each others clothes off? Tristan needs to Allie to find Kendra. She is his last hope or Kendra could be lost forever.

Before accepting the job, Tristan and Allie give into their desire for each other. One night of passion maybe be enough for them. The way they react to each other is more than just physical. But can they learn to put that aside to get the job done? Or will love get in the way?

Endless by Author Amanda Gray

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4 stars

This was my first book by author Amanda Gray. The cover first drew me in then when I read the description of the book; I was intrigued. A girl who was able to see the past. A magical music box. A boy from the past that would do anything for the girl he loved.

Jenny Kramer knows she is different. She learned at a young age that she was able to see a person's past with just a touch. So she has learned to hide this gift or curse. Then with the loss of her mother at at young age, Jenny knows all to well what being alone feels like. Although her father has tried to be there for her, she still needs her mom.

Ben Daulton is the new boy in town. He is also a loner. When Jenny's father goes to Ben's house to see about doing renovations, Jenny is intrigued by the house. It is old but beautiful. As she explores the house and gets measurements for her father, she runs into Ben. He is not at all happy to see her in his room. But they will soon realize that they have something in common.

As Jenny and Ben try to understand what the past means and the music box, they will thrown into the unknown; will they able to understand? And what about the dark hair boy from Jenny's past that seems to have appeared in the present? Nikolia? What does he have to do with them? 

When the three of them realize that they are all connected; will there be time to sort out the past before the present ends it all?

The Nanny with the Skull Tattoos by Author Elizabeth Barone

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1 star

This sounds liked it would a great book but once I started, I was unable to connect with the characters. It just did not work for me and I enjoy all kinds of books. 

We meet a young dad Max, who is now out on his own with his 2 year old daughter, Chloe. He is trying to make it all work. He is in an undergrad program, working and raising his daughter alone. But he needs help. After taking an ad out looking for someone, he thinks he may have found the perfect person to help him with Chloe. 

Savannah answers an ad for a nanny and falls in love with the little girl she is to be watching. She has her own issues but is a great provider and exactly what Max and Chloe need to make a life for themselves. As the attraction between Savannah and Max heats up, will they cross the line of boss and employee? 

Their relationship never developed for me. I did not like Max or Savannah. The only spotlight in the whole story was cute Chloe. I guess the story just was not for me.

Just One Day by Author Sharla Lovelace

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3 stars

This was a cute short story of second chance love and how fate seems to play a part in our everyday lives. Andie and Jessie will realize that fate will step in and push you toward the right choice. You just have to take that first step.

Andie Fremont thought she was happy with her life until her boyfriend took the next step in their relationship and popped the question. What does Andie do? Throw up thats right. She does not give Brad answer but he knows they fit together. He offers her 24 hours to decide. Andie takes those 24 hours and runs. Runs to wherever the highway will take her. She ends up at this small roadside dinner that smells like heaven. Breakfast heaven. Bacon and waffles and coffee.

As Andie enters the diner, an elderly couple invites her to sit with them. They seem so in love. Andie wants that. As breakfast continues, the couple speaks of different things including the owner of the diner. He lost his wife several years ago and they are hoping Andie will get a chance to meet him.

The owner comes to make sure all is well with her breakfast and to her surprise, there stand Jesse Montgomery. It has been years since she say him. They shared one night together back in her college years. But time has been good to Jesse causing Andie's younger self want to come out and play.

Then the weather decides to take a turn for the worse. They are swept up into a major storm. As Jesse tells Andie where to hide to be safe, he runs to save the one thing he has left of his family. The sounds of the wind, rain and wreckage of all round Andie is left alone. She is worried about Jesse. What if he does not make it back or finds safety? What will happen to him?

When the storm is over, Andie makes her way out of the her hiding place to find Jessie is ok. But the diner and Jessie's home are no longer. They are all gone including Brad's car. Oh Brad is going to kill her. He loves that car.

As the present shows up to find Andie, Jessie realizes who Andie belongs to. He must walk away to allow her to have a good life with Brad. Watching Jessie walk away and seeing Brad there to take her home, Andie realizes that she was never truly happy with Brad. He does not truly understand her. He likes her for what she represents. They look good on paper but nothing else.

It seems that fate as more to do with life choice than we realize. Andie is exactly where she should be; with Jessie.

Branded-Book 1-Sinners Series by Author Abi Ketner

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4 stars

Let me start by saying what an action packed book. My heart was pumping so hard at times. I was screaming in my head at the characters. The underlying story of finding love in the harshest of places was absolutely beautiful. There are still good guys out there among the bad. This story shows just that.

Lexi has been living a nightmare since the death of her father and her step father entered her life or so she thought. But that nightmare just turns to pure evil when she is accused of a crime she did not commit and sentenced to life in the Hole. The Hole is a place where all sinners are sent to live. It is not an easy place. And death is better than the life that most have there. But Lexi holds on to the words of wisdom from her father. She will get through this and find away to show that she is innocent. But then what?

As a new sinner is sent to be look after in the Hole, Cole, is determined to his job and keep her safe. She is his first female sinner. He is determined to not let her beauty sway him in anyway. But as they are stuck together living in close quarters, the warmth that radiated from Lexi has away of getting under anyone's skin. She is pure and innocent. No way she has committed the crime of Lust. But that is what her blue brand shows. 

After getting into a route of living in the Hole, Lexi and Cole become friends then the unthinkable happens in such a dark place, love. The love that they each feels for each other is starting to show; no good can come of that. Sinners and Guards are not allowed to have a relationship. It only ends in death. But Lexi and Cole are willing to sacrifice themselves so that they can have a feel moments of love.

Lexi will learn the truth about where her brother has been and why he left her to live in the nightmare of a house with their step father and mother. She will have to learn to understand why things happen and learn to forgive; along with being stronger than she ever could be.

As the war within the Hole begins to come to a head, Lexi will have to face her demons head on. Will she be able to make it out alive? Or will death come to her in the dark Hole? Can Cole and Lexi make it out alive to enjoy a peaceful life? 

I an thrilled to start book 2, Hunted. The way the author was able to tell such a riveting story can only get better as this series continues.

Coveted (Pandora's Playground Book 1) by Author Alannah Lynne

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4 stars

I have been a fan of Author Alannah Lynne since reading her Heat Wave Series. And this new series was no different, I enjoyed how the story flowed; the characters; the emotional part of getting over losing someone that you love and being able to look ahead and find love again.

Muriel Stewart thought she had the perfect life until fate took her other half in a split second. Now she has been trying to put her life back in order over the past year. As she has keep away from her friends, Luke decides enough is enough. He needs to show her that she is still loved by so many. So he ordered her to come to the club. Muriel take back with the command; does what she knows is a big step into getting past the loss of her husband, shows up at the club right on time. But taking the first step toward the club will be all on her. 

Luke, Mathew and Ian were the best of friends, who came up with the idea of creating a club of their own for other like minded people to come too. They were able to act out their favorite fantasies and then some here in private with out being judged. Muriel was a big part of the club when it was being built. But being away for almost a year, Muriel is having second thoughts about stepping through the doors to her second home. 

Mathew Galinda didnt have a great up bringing, but when he meet Ian Stewart in high school, Mathew had something to look forward too. Ian's family opened their home and hearts to him. He finally had what he needed, love and support. He thought of Ian as a brother. So why has he been in love with Ian's wife, Muriel, for years? There is always been something about her that spoke to his dark soul. Will he able handling seeing her again at the club? And how what, with Ian gone, how can he act on his desires to be with her? She still belongs to Ian or does she?

As the relationship between Mathew and Muriel heats up, they both must face facts that the attraction between the two of them is not going to go away. And the sweet words that Ian spoke to Muriel about Mathew start to come to her. What is she suppose to think? Is Ian showing her the way back to a happy life? Could that be with Mathew? 

The story will show you how to accept that love can be found in the darkest of places and sometimes you just have to face it head on; no reason to hide from it. I look forward to more in the Pandora's Playground series.

Don't Tempt Me by Author Lori Foster

4 stars

This was my first book by Author Lori Foster. What can I say but I loved her style of writing and her story. It was just what I needed to fill my day and night; why not with a group of sexy handsome neighbors.

Don't Tempt Me is book 1 in the Guthrie Brothers series. We get to meet both brothers, Jason and Hogan. Jason has everything going for him. He works with his hands, there is just about nothing that he can not build or fix with them. He has steady work. But he is lacking that one thing that he wishes for, a true love. One like his brother, Hogan had. Or what should have been.

Hogan is at a loss. No job, no wife, living with his little brother, while also having to parent his teenage son, Colt. Hogan has it all or so he thought. But you never know what life will throw at you.

Enter, Honor Brown; new neighbor, pretty and has secrets. Secrets that she wants to keep private. She has more going on in her life than one her age should. But she would not trade what she does for anything. She had a hard life but has made the most out of it. She knows what it means to have someone in your corner. She just does not want to think about letting him go. 

Ahhhh and there is Lexie. Honor's best friend, really her one true friend. While Honor is soft spoken and reserved, Lexie is the completely opposite; out going and says what she thinks. Whether you want to hear it or not. They were the perfect pair and showed what true friendship is.

As things heat up between Jason and Honor, Honor will have to learn to let people help her. They are not all out for themselves or to betlittle her for having help. Jason is determined to help Honor get her house into shape. 

Jason continues to knock down the walls between Honor and him to show her what true love is. Will Honor embrace Jason with open arms or will he have to continue to fight for her? 

I look forward to seeing what else is in store for the Guthrie Brothers and their friends.

Review by Stacy Eastwood-Play by Author Piper Lawson

4 stars

I received this novel from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. If you like a quick read that will keep you on your toes, then this book is for you. Piper Lawson's character development was amazing in this novel.  I enjoyed getting to know Max and Payton, and every chapter it seemed something new was revealed about the main characters. The plotline moved at a great pace, there weren't any slow parts that seemed to drag on and on.  Payton was smart, sassy and mature with a great head on her shoulders.  I love books with strong female characters and Lawson hit it out of the park with Payton.  Max seems an arrogant, rude man but as the story progresses you realize he is like an onion...you have to peel the layers to find the real man underneath.  I really enjoyed this novel and recommend it to anyone who loves new adult, contemporary romance and HEA.

Hottest Mess book 2 in the S.I.N Series by Author J. Kenner

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4 stars

I have been a major fan of J. Kenner since I meet her a few years ago in Savannah. But her way of writing and telling a story is another reason, she is one of my go to authors. 

This in book 2 in the S.I.N series and I would suggest reading book 1 so that you can understand some of the underlying issues going on. 

More of the true Dallas Sykes is revealed. We get to see how he is behind closed doors and not the playboy he is seen as in the spotlight. As his relationship with Jane comes more into play, we learn how their relationship came about. How something so tragic years ago has brought them together. But that truth be told, they have always loved each other. 

Jane is trying to understand more about the dark side that seems to come over Dallas. She is willing to do anything to help him get over the pain of the past; even it means allowing him to use her body. But Jane seems to crave the darkside of Dallas too. 

As the issue of who the kidnappers were; the truth is going to destroy them both. How will Jane deal with the truth? Knowing that someone she loved and believed in is responsible? How will Dallas be able to tell Jane the truth? Will she understand? Can their love withstand more secrets and lies of omission? 

The last page of book 2 will have you reeling and wanting book 3 like yesterday.

Every Last Breath Book 3 in The Dark Elements Series by Author Jennifer L. Armentrout

Book 3 in The Dark Elements Series

4 Stars

Book 3 in the Dark Elements series is my favorite in this series. Not only does it bring everything together in a perfect bow; well maybe not a perfect one but pretty damn close.

As we follow Zayne, Layla & Roth and the others try to figure out who or what the Lilin is. Deaths continue to happen. Lies are told. Truths are unearth. Layla also has to face the fact that she loves two boys. But can only been with one; having to decide will be hardest decision of her life. 

Layla will finally learn the truth about herself and learn that she is so much more than what she thought. She will realize that sometimes you must give up what you truly want for others. Even in the end, love conquers all.

This is an amazing series, I devoured all 3 books in 3 days. Now on to the novella that I just realized is on my kindle. Author Jennifer L. Armentrout is a MUST read for me!!!

Stone Cold Touch Book 2 in The Dark Elements Series by Author Jennifer Armentrout

Book 2 in the Dark Elements Series

4 stars

We pickup where book 1 left off and what the hell is happening? As Layla thinks they were able to stop evil from coming topside, she also get the chance to have her dreams come true. Zayne. He loves her. Like really loves her. But she is afraid that she will suck his pure soul out of his body if they kiss. That happens to be one of her curses. When Zayne decides to show Layla that she is good; she will not take his soul; she gets her first true love kiss. Dream do come true or do they?

Roth. While Layla is dealing with the thought that he is lost in the bowels of hell, he appears outside the Wardens' compound, looking just as darkly sexy as ever. How can that be? He sacrificed himself in Zayne's place. But there he is. Layla is beside herself. He is back. Now what will she do with the 2 guys that she has feelings for? Roth does not give her a chance. He breaks her heart over again with his cruel words. After all he is the Prince of Hell. They are liars right?

As Zayne and Layla try to make a go at being a normal couple, strange things continue to happen around her. Of course Abbott, who is like a father figure to her, believes that it is Layla that is wrecking havoc on the Wardens and the school. But is she? Can she be the one that is killing and causing destruction?

Layla would do anything to protect her family and friends, but what if she is the True evil that is doing all these bad things? She must dig deep and listen to herself. Can the Demon side of her be stronger than the Warden side? Will she be able to find the real monster or is that her?

Book 2 is just another journey in learning how good and evil can be seen. It is not always black and white. And holy moly who will Layne pick? Zayne whom she has loved forever or Roth who calls to her deep inside? I am on to book 3.

White Hot Kiss Book 1 in The Dark Elements Series by Author Jennifer L. Armentrout

Book 1 in The Dark Elements Series

4 Stars

What can I say but I think I have another favorite series by an amazing author. There has not been anything by Jennifer Armentrout that I have not loved!!!

Plus I have always had a great love for good and bad. As we learn more about Layla, she is half demon/half Warden. She is both good and bad but has been living mostly good. The Wardens took er in when she was just a child. As she learned to live like Warden, there was always the darkside that called to her. She has been able to keep it inside until she meets a dark handsome stranger that seems to call to her darkside. She feels something that has been missing in her life. Will she turn her back on the Wardens for a walk on the darkside?

Roth is one hell of a sexy demon. He enjoys his time topside but has a job to do. But he must get Layla to help him with his plan. Along the way, he learns that even though he a demon, there is still alittle part of good inside of him.

Then there is Zayne. Warden god who Layla grew up with as an older protective brother. But no one should have thoughts like she does about their brother right. Zayne is the one person Layla trust beyond anything but when Roth appears and things start to shift, Layla starts to keep secrets. But if they are to protect the others, are they really that bad to keep?

As we watch Layla come into her true self, will she be able to continue living with the Wardens' knowing the truth or will the truth set her free to be who she should all along? 

An amazing start to this series. I have already dived into book 2. Looking forward to seeing how Layla's relationship with Zayne and Roth plays out.