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SALES, NEW RELEASES, RECOMMENDATIONS, & PRE-ORDERS — Week of July 14, 2015

SALES, NEW RELEASES, RECOMMENDATIONS, & PRE-ORDERS — Week of July 14, 2015

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*** BRAND NEW TOP FAVORITE ***

 

Vanguard by CJ Markusfeld — New Release!!

OMG. OMG. OMG!!!! I just finished this and absolutely loooooooooooooved it!!!!!! It literally just was released this morning so it’s a brand new release, and seriously guys, my heart was RACING ever since the prologue. I could NOT put it down. I cried, laughed, swooned, was choked up with emotion, had to take little “breathers” before turning the page because it was literally THAT INTENSE!!!! It had ALL THE FEELS. The story was 100% unique and unlike ANY other I’ve read!! It’s a modern-day wartime love story with fantastic writing. This was smart, intelligent romance here. I was in total book HEAVEN from start to finish and honestly, I’d most highly recommend it for anyone who loved The Bronze Horseman (yup, I went there!!) It’s quite outside-the-box, but if you love “different” love stories, definitely try this one!! SQUEE!!! I’m giving it 5 STARS!!!

The story is about a heroine who is used to saving lives on a grand scale. It’s her job as a refugee aid worker. And now she’s has to save just one person — the man she loves. He’s a doctor who vanished months ago. She believes he’s trapped in a refugee camp, lost in a sea of starving prisoners of war. Despite being separated for ten years after their romance failed, they’ve both been too stubborn to forgive past mistakes… and still too in love to move on. But she’s “always believed their time would come – no matter how unlikely it seems to everyone around them… [But] unless she can find him, their long-delayed chance at love will be lost forever….”

Standalone. No cheating, no triangle, and NOT tragic!
Full review coming soon!

*** LATEST REVIEW ***

 

The Strongest Steel by Scarlett Cole (Read my Review)

TATTOOED HERO FANS!!! I actually just finished this great new book!! The sexy, tattooed hero had me swooooooooning!!! The heroine had survived an attack that left her back covered in scars and the hero was a talented tattoo artist whose specialty was inking over scars. When she shows up at his studio, he cant turn her down, and designs the perfect tattoo while fighting his intense feelings for her that grow with each tattooing session… This story was swoony, heart-meltingly romantic, a little suspenseful (her ex was a real piece of work), a lot sexy… with a hot, protective Alpha male hero!! (It’s a standalone)

*** HIGHLIGHTS ***

 

*** LATEST 5-STAR FAVORITE ***

*** LATEST NEW RELEASES *** — These are all live!!

*** AUDIOBOOK UPGRADES ***

*** RECENT RECOMMENDATIONS & REVIEWS ***

*** THIS WEEK’S NEW RELEASES ***

 

King of Hearts by LH Cosway — New Release!!

I’ve heard amazing things about this author’s books! This is a standalone!
— “I used to rule the world. I liked money, and power had its advantages. I never cared much for love and romance until I met Alexis… I could feel it the very moment she walked into the interview… Our friendship should have remained professional, but it wasn’t long before the lines started to blur… You can have all the money and prestige in the world and still be the poorest man alive. But love can be the thing that truly sets you free.”

 

Bleeding Love by Harper Sloan — New Release!!

This is the second standalone in this series, following Unexpected Fate.
— “I’ve loved once. I gave everything that I had to that love. Blindly believing that nothing could ever take that feeling away from me. And when my little world of happiness was ripped from my fingers, I felt a loss that still haunts me to this day… Now I use that grief as a shield to keep my heart from loving anyone, except my daughter… Until the day I met him and everything I thought I had protected myself from was shoved back in my face… He’s on a mission to prove to me that a love worth having is worth fighting for.”

 

Sinfully Mine by Kendall Ryan — New Release!!

This “steamy romance” sounds so good! — “She was forbidden. I didn’t care. As my best friend’s little sister, she was off-limits. Tempting as sin, and forbidden as fuck. I wish I could say that stopped me. I wish I could tell you I’d behaved like a gentleman. I didn’t… When she waltzes back into my life with that same spark I fell for, I have to force myself to remember I’m different from the man she once knew. I’m colder. Harder. And for good reason. With my heart on lockdown, and my hands aching to touch her, I set out to prove that I can keep myself in check. No falling for her again…”

 

Sacrifice by Adriana Locke — New Release!!

Wow!! This standalone sounds so intriguing!! A single mom, a second chance love, a dash of taboo… — The heroine’s life was changed forever the night her husband died. She was left with “a shattered heart, a heap of bills, and [their] daughter.” She didn’t want to rely on anyone, especially her husband’s brother… She’s the love of his life… But to her, “he’s my first love and the man who almost destroyed me, the man who has let me down every time I’ve needed him. But when tragedy strikes a second time, he just might be my only hope.”

 

Caged by Shay Savage — New Release!!

Fighter romance fans!! Check this out…

“This is not made for TV. This is the raw, brutal underground of combat. Inside the cage there is nothing but me and the pain I inflict on those who dare enter. In the cage, I never have to worry about anyone but myself. Yet, when she began standing outside of the cage, everything changed. I was no longer fighting for the money or the glory – I was fighting for her.”

 

The Trouble With Paper Planes by Amanda Dick — New Release!!

This standalone sounds unique!! — “The night Emily disappeared, I was branded. She became the girl on the ‘missing’ posters, and I became the one trying to keep everyone from falling apart… Five years later, I was beginning to appreciate how deluded I really was…. Then Maia showed up. New in town, with a past as mysterious as she was, she reminded me so much of Emily that I couldn’t stand to be anywhere near her. What I didn’t realise was that there were forces at play that neither of us could possibly understand… Do you believe in fate? If so, let me tell you my story. If not, what happened to me might change your mind.”

 

The Shortstop by AM Madden — New Release!!

Sports romance fans!! This is a childhood friends-to-lovers romance standalone!!
— Quint had two passions, his girl and baseball. From kindergarten to college, Quint tore up every baseball diamond he played on. His position was shortstop. His talent was undeniable. Professional ball was most definitely in his future, and he was ready for it. Annie would be right by his side. When everything in life is perfect, it’s hard to imagine heartbreak in any form… When it hit, there were many casualties left in its wake… the most important one was Annie…

 

Revived by Samantha Towle — New Release!!

The heroine is a single mom and the hero is a famous race car driver!! — The heroine got pregnant at a young age with the wrong man. In order to give her son the best life she could, she put herself through school and now, at age thirty, is working as a respected therapist. Meanwhile, the hero was a famous race car driver until a nearly-fatal accident left him in need of physical therapy. “Forced into therapy to get his life back, he finds himself in her office… Falling for his uptight therapist is not part of his plan. Having unethical feelings for her patient is not part of her plan. But what if the wrong person is the only person who is right?”

 

When Cicadas Cry by Laura Miller — New Release!!

I love the sound of this standalone! — “I didn’t know when we locked eyes that first time was that every moment we shared was just another moment leading up to that one that would forever change the course of our lives. It was the moment that I knew he knew. It was just a hunch, a feeling, a soft whisper to my soul. But it was in that moment—that one, life-altering instant–that I knew I had lost him.” When the heroine suddenly shows up in Remington Jude’s small, Missouri town, she’s the talk of the town. When she leaves abruptly one day, the rumors fly. But only Rem knows why she left, and he’s not talking.

 

Desertion by River Savage — New Release!!

Biker fans, this is the latest standalone in the Knights Rebels MC series.

— “Honor. Courage. Commitment. Three things Jesse Carter has lost. A former Marine, Jesse used to stand proud of his achievements and live by the code… Sex. Lies. Knights Rebels. Three things he has found. Reborn into a brotherhood not so different from the one he left behind, Jesse finds it all too easy to block out his past and claim the role as Rebels’ fun-loving player. Until he meets Bell…”

 

Flash Point by Brooke Blaine — New Release!!

This is a standalone romantic suspense with a forbidden romance!! It’s described as “fast-paced. Sexy and not dark, but heavy on sarcasm and witty banter.”

After the murder of her mother, the heroine’s father hires the hero (a former Navy SEAL badass) as her bodyguard. “The last thing he ever expected was that his tempting client would prove to be more dangerous than those he’s protecting her from… Their attraction would be forbidden even under the best circumstances…”

 

In The Fast Lane by Audra North — New Release!!

“Racing cars is in her blood–literally, since it’s the family business. But Hart Racing is in dire financial straits… Ranger Colt knows how to make a woman’s heart race. But when his voice pops up on Kerri’s headset–while she’s in mid-tailspin–she’s in no mood for his charms. Colt Hardware now has a significant stake in the Hart family business, and Kerri has no choice but to work with him. But when her ex-boyfriend threatens to tarnish her image, it’s Ranger who comes to the rescue. Pretending to be engaged to generate good publicity seems like a good plan… Will their fake-lationship lead them toward the finish?”

 

Caged by Lorelei James — New Release!!

This is the fourth novel in the Mastered Series, following Unraveled.
In order to survive a life of tragedy, Deacon McConnell embraced his roughest edges and learned to fight on the streets. Then a life-changing jujitsu seminar led him to become a professional fighter. With his muscular physique and his body covered in tattoos and scars, the MMA fighter defines mean, both on and off the mat… But everything changes when innocent Molly Calloway signs up for his kickboxing class…

 

The Espionage Effect by Kat & Stone Bastian — New Release!!

This is a standalone action/adventure erotic romantic suspense… with spies!

“What happens when you stumble into a world of spies…and discover you belong there? … I’m Devin Hill. Tested as a genius at age seven, I hide my emotions, become what they expect…bury my secrets. At nineteen, I trudge toward a predestined path, blinders on, heart safeguarded. Until I dare to be wild. Until Alec Marquez crashes into my world…

 

Sinful Intent by Chelle Bliss — New Release!!

This is a standalone in a new series of standalones. He’s hired to protect her!

The moment I saw her, I wanted her. I tried to resist her, but Race had other plans. One night, in a moment of weakness, I gave in to my desires.

I still had a job to do before her world collapsed. If I failed at finding the person behind the threats, I could lose her forever. Temptation can be dangerous.

 

Black Dawn by Cristin Harber — New Release!!

Romantic suspense fans, this is the latest standalone in the Titan series.
— Lexi Dare is on a one-woman mission to stay alive. Parker Black is the brains behind Titan Group, an elite security firm. In his world, everything is ordered and controlled, except what he feels for her. Something in her eye screams for help, but he has no idea what. When Lexi disappears, Parker realizes what he should have known. The lines blur between friendships and work, and they must find each other to survive an attack that only Lexi can stop.

 

Quirks and Kinks by Laurel Ulen Curtis — New Release!!

This is a romance about a male and female lead hired to co-host a new show called Quirks and Kinks that showcases people’s fetishes.

— “…mystery, friendship, and love, and the outcome of mixing all three together with two unsuspecting victims. They were drawn to the same, simple thing—each other. But, sometimes, undeniable chemistry isn’t enough. After all, how easy is it to get to know someone when they’re constantly pretending to be someone else?”

 

Alive by Scott Sigler — New Release!!

“For fans of The Hunger Games comes a gripping sci-fi adventure in which a group of teenagers wake up in a mysterious corridor with no knowledge of who they are or how they got trapped. Their only hope lies with an indomitable young woman who must lead them not only to answers but to survival.” — “A teenage girl awakens to find herself trapped in a coffin. She has no idea who she is, where she is, or how she got there. Fighting her way free brings little relief—she discovers only a room lined with caskets and a handful of equally mystified survivors…”

 

Map To The Stars by Jen Malone — New Release!!

A YA romance about a down to earth girl and a famous actor!
— “Seventeen-year-old Annie Shelton isn’t sure why her mom thinks moving to Hollywood will allow them to escape the drama of their small-time life in Georgia, but she’s along for the ride. When Annie’s mom snags a gig as makeup artist to a teen movie idol and finagles a spot for Annie to accompany her on his European promotional tour, Annie’s pretty sure she’ll be fangirling over architectural sights rather than teen heartthrob Graham Cabot.”

 

Inspiring You by Jessica Sorensen — New Release!!

This is the fourth book in the Unraveling series.

Ayden knows it’s time to remember what really happened four years ago, so he can help save his sister. With the help of Lyric, he faces his past head on. But dealing with the truth is difficult. Will Ayden finally be free of his past so he can move forward to his future?

 

*** AUDIOBOOK UPGRADES!! ***

 
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*** LATEST 5 STAR FAVORITE ***

 

Maybe In Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid

SQUEEEEEE!!!! Omg!! I just finished reading this book and LOVE LOVE LOVED it so freaking much!!! My gosh, that last 10% was seriously loaded with feels!! This was honestly one of the BEST BOOKS I’ve read this year. The story was unlike any other I’ve read, the writing was AMAZING, and it kept me glued to the page. It was totally unconventional and gave such a UNIQUE perspective on finding your soul mate and one true love. I cried, I laughed, my heart felt like it was bursting with emotions. I LOVED IT!!! 5++ STARS!!! (Read my Review)

“I love you,” he says. “I don’t think I ever really stopped.” …
“And now?” I say…
“I still love you,” he says. “I’ve always loved you. I might never stop.”

It’s a complete standalone, and YES it’s absolutely worth the price!
Also, it was recently released so be sure to grab your copy!!

*** MORE RECENT FAVORITES ***

 

Ride Steady by Kristen Ashley (My Review)

Bad boy biker alert!! I LOVED THIS BOOK!!! 5 STARS!! (Chaos series)

“Once upon a time, she believed in happy endings. Money, marriage, motherhood: everything came easy… Now a struggling, single mom and stranded by a flat tire pondering her mistakes, when a vaguely familiar knight rides to her rescue on a ton of horsepower… In high school, he was a bad boy loner who put her on a pedestal… Today, he’s a hard-bodied biker, and it’s clear she’s falling fast.”

 

The Man I Love by Suanne Laqueur (Read my Review)

WOW WOW WOW!!! I recently read this and LOVED it!! The WRITING was truly exquisite! It was a very slow-building, detailed story, but one where EVERY detail matters. Everything was connected and had DEPTH. It was vivid and powerful and completely UNIQUE. It told a love story that spanned 10-15 years, but didn’t follow ANY rules. Normally that would be scary to me but the way that everything was portrayed made me really *get* where these characters came from. And I was honestly blown away by how much I FELT and how BEAUTIFULLY it was written. It’s like I lived the story with them. It just felt REAL. Highly recommended!

 

Never Let You Go by Katy Regnery (Read my Review)

HOLY HELL!!! I read reading this in one non-stop sitting because I could NOT put it down. I mean seriously… THE ANGST!!!!! Gah. *clutches heart* It’ll be a while before my heart rate to go back to normal, but WOW, it was unputdownable!!! It felt like I barely blinked or stopped to breathe because I was flipping the pages so fast…… It was sweet and romantic, heart-breaking and painful, angsty as all freaking hell, and really just a gorgeous story of UNDYING LOVE!!! The story was unique and it’s a complete standalone so if you’re looking for a new read, try this!

 

Rush by Emma Scott (Read my Review)

This was a really touching story! The first few chapters were a little slow but once they officially met, I was hooked. If you loved the “feeling” of Me Before You (minus the ugly-crying), then definitely try this! — The hero used to be a pro extreme sports athlete who was blinded and severely injured in a cliff diving accident. With his life and dreams shattered, he was left bitter and angry and shut himself away the world until the heroine arrived to work for him as a live-in assistant. She was a prodigy musician who’d suffering her own loss as well but they began to help each other heal as they fell unexpectedly in love…

 

King by T.M. Frazier (Read my Review)

Holy wow, I totally LOVED this book!! Dark and gritty, sweet and sexy, raw and shocking, and utterly addictive, with an unapologetic, badass Alpha male hero and unexpected twists that I never saw coming!! I highly recommend it!!
— Homeless. Hungry. Desperate. Doe has no memories of who she is or where she comes from…A notorious career criminal just released from prison, King is someone you don’t want to cross. When they come crashing together, they will have to learn that sometimes in order to hold on, you have to first let go.

 

A Pound of Flesh by Sophie Jackson (Read my Review)

SQUEEEEEEE!!!!! I absolutely LOOOOOOOVED this book!!! If you love SEXY BAD BOY heroes and unique love stories, then you have to try this!!!! The thrill of their forbidden romance kept my heart RACING the whole way through. I swooned over their love for each other, and really appreciated the way there was no ‘stupid’ drama. And now I just can’t stop smiling because the story was just so freaking GOOD!!!! I adored it!!! It’s about a “strong-minded prison tutor who discovers that her sexy bad-boy student is far more than he appears to be…”

*** CURRENT SALES & PRICE DROPS ***

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Comments

  1. L.H. Cosway!!! Have you ever read her? If not, you should try. Specially Painted Faces. Love it. I can give my pinky finger that you would love it too 😉

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  2. Wow! What a recommendation for Vanguard. You have me so excited to read it. It’s on my TBR now, but I have to get through July and some manic reading before I can enjoy it. I made sure to label it “must read” to keep it on top!!

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