Nov 11

Miss Congeniality by Marie Garner Review

By Amie Knight in 4.5 Smooches, Reviews

4.5 Smooches!

Synopsis

Miss Congeniality doesn’t curse. Miss Congeniality doesn’t have tattoos. Miss Congeniality doesn’t drink shots. Miss Congeniality doesn’t ride motorcycles….Or does she?

When America’s sweetheart…
Brea Richards is America’s sweetheart. Dubbed Miss Congeniality by the media, Brea has spent years honing her current reputation. And being one of the leading stars of a prime time television show…priceless. It’s a long way from her humble beginnings, but that’s her secret to keep. Or at least that’s what she believes until she gets the phone call.

Meets America’s bad boy…
Lance Holder is America’s bad boy, the guy they love to hate. He lives life the way he wants, and makes no apologies, regardless of what anyone thinks. All everyone sees is the tattooed, motorcycle riding, reckless movie star, preventing anyone from looking beneath the surface. And that’s just fine with Lance. Until his new gig puts him right in the path of Brea.

Will either one escape unscathed?
Lance is the newbie on Brea’s show, and everyone is watching to see if America’s bad boy will influence Miss Congeniality. They don’t know Brea’s worst influences happened long before Lance entered the picture. And Lance seems to be one of the only ones to see beyond her current façade. Maybe America’s bad boy is just what America’s sweetheart needs…

Review

This was my first movie-star novel and it was so much more than I expected. I expected over the top luxury and characters you couldn’t relate to but that is not what this author delivered! The characters were developed in a way that you could picture yourself being on set, dealing with the difficulties they all had. The story begins with the sad beginning life of a young girl and her brother struggling through her horrendous family life and her journey to escape the past.

Brea Richards is America’s sweetheart. Dubbed Miss Congeniality by the media, Brea has spent years honing her current reputation. And being one of the leading stars of a prime time television show…priceless. It’s a long way from her humble beginnings, but that’s her secret to keep. Or at least that’s what she believes until she gets the phone call.

And just as she is perfectly happy with her sweet and slightly boring existence in comes America’s bad boy as her new leading man on the show and the beginning of her frustrations.

Lance Holder is America’s bad boy, the guy they love to hate. He lives life the way he wants, and makes no apologies, regardless of what anyone thinks. All everyone sees is the tattooed, motorcycle riding, reckless movie star, preventing anyone from looking beneath the surface. And that’s just fine with Lance. Until his new gig puts him right in the path of Brea.

The banter between our leading characters is funny and sweet and despite all their arguing they really are America’s couple! The supporting characters in the book provide even more comic relief as Brea’s best friends and costars assist in causing media headaches and also love and friendship. Also Lance’s mom is a hoot and I hope to see her again in the future!! Brea’s struggles with her family are sobering but doesn’t bring down the lightheartedness of it at all.This book is perfect for anyone that loves a happy ending with bumps in the road and giggles along the way! I give it 4.5 smooches!!!

~Misty

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Nov 11

Night Call by Jessica Hawkins Release Blitz and Giveaway

By Miranda Arnold in Reveals & Tours

Night Call

by Jessica Hawkins

Night Fever Serial #2

Publication Date: November 11, 2014

Genres: Contemporary, Erotica, Novella, Romance, Serial

Synopsis

With their dream within grasp, Johnny and Lola make an offer on Hey Joe–only to discover that a million dollars doesn’t go as far as they’d thought. As the price of the bar rises and expenses pile up, Lola begins to question what she really wants.

Lola knows she can solve their problems with one phone call, but she may risk going too far to have it all. Because she’s not dealing with just anyone–she’s dealing with a master. For Beau Olivier, there’s no such thing as too far. There is only conquest. There is only victory.

Beau and Lola already had their night together, but it wasn’t enough. They need more. And the more they need. The more they have to lose.

About Jessica Hawkins

Jessica Hawkins grew up between the purple mountains and under the endless sun of Palm Springs, California. She studied international business at Arizona State University and has also lived in Costa Rica and New York City. Some of her favorite things include traveling, her dog Kimo, Scrabble, driving aimlessly and creating Top Five lists. She is the helpless victim of an overactive imagination that finds inspiration in music and tranquility in writing. Currently she resides wherever her head lands, which lately is the unexpected (but warm) keyboard of her trusty MacBook.

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Nov 10

The Duet by R.S. Grey Release Day Blitz

By Miranda Arnold in Reveals & Tours

Title: The Duet

Author: R.S. Grey

Release Date: Nov 10, 2014

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When 27-year-old pop sensation Brooklyn Heart steps in front of a microphone, her love songs enchant audiences worldwide. But when it comes to her own love life, the only spell she’s under is a dry one.

So when her label slots her for a Grammy performance with the sexy and soulful Jason Monroe, she can’t help but entertain certain fantasies… those in which her G-string gets more play than her guitars’.

Only one problem. Jason is a lyrical lone wolf that isn’t happy about sharing the stage—nor his ranch — with the sassy singer. But while it may seem like a song entitled ‘Jason Monroe Is an Arrogant Ho’ basically writes itself, their label and their millions of fans are expecting recording gold…

They’re expecting The Duet.

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The M Lounge was the hippest and most discreet club in LA. If there was any hope of me locking down a one-night stand, M Lounge was the place to go.

“I can’t drink much tonight because I have that meeting with my record label in the morning,” I warned as we passed through the back entrance to the club and headed up a set of stairs that were used exclusively for the VIP level. Fun fact: one time I was going up those stairs when P. Diddy was coming down, and he totally touched my ass. Allegedly.

“Just to clarify: if you’re begging me for tequila shots at midnight, threatening to kill my first born if I don’t give them to you, I should still tell you no?” Cammie asked, just to ensure the boundaries were set. Better safe than sorry.

“That was one time and it was in Cabo,” I protested. “What else are you supposed to do in Cabo other than challenge a mariachi band to a tequila shot contest until the lead singer passes out beside a donkey?”

Cammie held up her hands and started listing off items. “I dunno— enjoy the beach, check out the museums and the culture—”

“That was a rhetorical question,” I interrupted as we made it to the top of the stairs.

As if by magic, the black curtain in front of us swept to the side, opening up an entire room of drunken debauchery before us. In one corner, a celebrity who shall remain nameless (we’ll call her Nennifer Janiston) was sucking face with a sexy man, and across the room two of the funniest women in comedy were doing body shots off of a waiter from the club.

“Welcome to the behind the scenes of Hollywood,” I whispered to Cammie.

I am a lover of books, chocolate, reality TV, black labs, and cold weather. Seriously, if I had it my way, I would be curled up on the couch with all of those things… everyday.

I live in Texas where I spend my free time writing and reading. My favorite authors include Mindy Kaling & Jonathan Safran Foer. I’m a comedy geek and love all things “funny”. Women like Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, and Mindy Kaling are definitely the biggest inspirations for my writing, though I think my work tends to skew a bit smuttier than theirs.

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Nov 10

The Duet by R.S. Grey Review

By Miranda Arnold in 5 Smooches, Reviews

5 Smooches

Synopsis

They’re expecting The Duet.

A fun & sexy Romantic Comedy.

Review

“Cammie, my sweet, innocent little sister, When you’re twenty-seven, if you’ve gone a whole year without having sex, I will personally take an ad out in the newspaper for you and it will say: Cammie Heart will put out for nearly anyone. Age not important. Job unnecessary–“

I am an undeniable complete and utterly huge R.S. Grey Fangirl! It is official. If there was any doubt after reading her other books (don’t let me fool you there was no doubt) she has now clearly cemented herself as one of my FAVORITE authors! This book was perfect for me. If you ask my co-blogger what my favorite books are she would tell you New Adult with humor and a dash of sex! Well R.S. does that like few can! I would love to break this down and tell you some small detail I would change but honestly there is nothing I would if I could.

When we meet Brooklyn Heart, pop princess, you can’t help but love her. She is flirty and fun and the banter with her sister is like no other. She has gone a year celibate and decided now is the time to end that. After a less than exciting night with a super sexy Brazilian Underwear model left her running late and frantic to an important meeting, she makes a less than desirable impression on Jason Monroe, the new HOT singer on the label! Now she is being told that the two of them will be doing a duet together at an awards show and it is clear that Jason is not at all excited about this.

“I’d ridden once or twice as a girl, but never as an adult. It was definitely on my bucket list though. Well, riding bareback with a sexy man . . . then after we were done, we’d saddle up and actually go horseback riding, Hah.”

Jason decides the best place to write this duet they are being forced to do together would be at his ranch and Brooklyn eager to make a better impression goes along with it. Now about my favorite part about Jason . . . he is an ASS! I mean a giant jerk who is clear in his disdain for Brooklyn. Why must I love men who are jerks. I don’t know I probably need help but damn I loved him. HARD! Not only does he insult her on a regular basis but he is damn sexy while he does it. Brooklyn must have the same problems as me because it is clear that even though he is not nice he is definitely a turn on for her!

“I think somewhere in there you were trying to be sweet, but then you ruined it with your mouth.” “That’s the first time I’ve been told that my mouth ruined something.” “Oh my GOD, did you seriously just say that?”

In a crazy event the two of them decide that a kinda friends with benefits is the best way for them to deal with each other and surprisingly the best way to get a song written. This has disaster written all over it but itsn’t it just yummy all the same!

“Dear God, if you’re up there, please don’t let me pass out from excitement before he even gets it in.”

So can these two for the sake of their careers and sanity keep their feelings out of it and have some casual sex while writing a duet? I loved how easy a read this book was. Somehow R.S. always has a way of tackling issues with such a keen sense of humor and wit that you don’t even realize how emotionally attached you are until you are too deep and can’t stop till the book is done.

“I’d rip my heart out before I’d asked him to leave. None of this was healthy, but it had been a disease from the very start.”

So overall, This book needs to be read by everyone! You will laugh till it hearts, be so turned on that your embarrassed and your heart will be filled with so many emotions you won’t even know how to deal! As always I cannot wait until R.S. Grey puts out another book to take me away!

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“It’s just . . . have you ever had sex with a Brazilian underwear model and thought. ‘Seriously, I thought this would be better’?” “Can’t say that I have.”

“It had been a really, really good first kiss. To put it in perspective, any kisses that I’d had before that kiss were just a waste of facial muscles. I should have been saving up all my energy for Jason Monroe because I had a feeling I was going to need it.”

Nov 10

Shutter by Eli Chastain Review

By Amie Knight in 5 Smooches, Reviews

4 Smooches!

Synopsis

I get paid to photograph intimate moments in other peoples’ lives—specifically one man. During the day, I watch while he’s working, and every night I watch him while he’s f***ing. It started as a job but quickly turned into an obsession.

His name is Nikolas Gallo.

I spent years in front of the camera before I escaped. Now I’m behind it and in control of what my shutter captures. The moment I viewed Niko in the lens of my camera I found the escape I’d been searching for. I finally felt connected – whole.

There are two types of celebrity photographers: those that wait for their victim to venture into public, always allowing some semblance of privacy. And then there are those that lurk in the shadows, steadily invading lives, hunting and searching for the most private shot, and that’s what I had become.

My name is Brook Beckham and I found my inner peeping Tom.

Review

Brook used to be in front of the camera but one day she knows she can no longer be the adored model anymore and walks away from that life forever. Instead she finds a new obsession, the hot and talented Niko, and becomes the one taking the pictures and she gets them anyway she can including climbing up a tree outside his house. One night she has to intervene and finally comes face to face with her obsession.

“My eyes move to his and they are the darkest eyes I’ve ever seen. Two perfectly round windows into all of his thoughts and secrets…and desires.”

This will be a short but sweet review for a short but sexy serial novella. I did really enjoy this story, it was very short but being aware of that before I went in it didn’t bother me and the author managed to create an enjoyable and quite captivating story within the short period of time.

“The tip of his tongue slowly circles my clit, drawing out the pleasure to an agonizing level, but the suffering is only a promise of the pleasure I know will follow.”

Brook has been stalking Niko from afar for a while but one night she has to intervene and meets him face to face. If I’m honest, I was waiting for this to happen for the story to really begin but I enjoyed the first part as we learn little bits about Brook and Niko. We also get introduced to Niko’s crazy ex, Suzy, and I love this dimension of the story because Suzy is going to cause so much drama!! Even more than she already has.

“I’m not sure I want to experience the real Niko at the risk of losing my imagined version of him.”

From the short start we get from this serial novella I do already like Niko and Brook as characters but I definitely need more to know if this will last. I’m desperate to know why Brook follows Niko like she does and I’m desperate to know why Niko has to be in control and why Brook spots sadness in his eyes. But from the little we know so far I can tell Niko is going to be a sexy, domineering alpha male and Brook I think is going to be sweet, vulnerable but strong all at the same time.

“He wants to be in charge of every ounce of pleasure given, as well as received.”

The plot itself was interesting, we have sex (the dance floor scene was HOT HOT HOT!), possible romance and drama and suspense thanks to crazy Suzy and wondering whether Niko will discover Brook’s secret. The ending has made me eager to read the next instalment and see what the author has in-store for these two. So overall a very quick read but a very satisfying read as well.

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Nov 10

Broken Course by Aly Martinez Release Blitz and Giveaway

By Miranda Arnold in Reveals & Tours

Title: Broken Course (Wrecked and Ruined, #3)

Author: Aly Martinez

Release Date: November 10, 2014

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Blurb

Seven years ago, my life changed forever. One accident and the person I saw in the mirror no longer resembled the woman I used to be. I was lost and confused inside my own body. I felt alone and disconnected from the world, carrying the incredible weight of guilt and loss that wasn’t even mine to harbor.

Then fate led me to Leo James. He taught me that crazy could be perfectly normal and it shouldn’t hurt to breathe. Don’t get me wrong. Leo isn’t perfect. He has his own cross to bear, and the truth is, that might be why I fell for him in the first place. But despite everything he does for me, learning to forgive myself is infinitely harder than overlooking the flaws of another.

Now, the secrets and lies of our past have begun to dictate our future—threatening to ruin us before we get the chance to try. Perhaps we were cursed from the start. Or maybe, just maybe, the remnants of our fractured lives will fit together to form one whole, where love isn’t questioned and being happy is…well, easy.

Can a second broken soul be enough to fill the voids of my own? Or will such scarred pasts prove too much for our love alone to overcome?

**Each book in this series can be read as a stand alone.**

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Born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, Aly Martinez is a stay-at-home mom to four crazy kids under the age of five, including a set of twins. Currently living in Chicago, she passes what little free time she has reading anything and everything she can get her hands on, preferably with a glass of wine at her side.

After some encouragement from her friends, Aly decided to add “Author” to her ever-growing list of job titles. So grab a glass of Chardonnay, or a bottle if you’re hanging out with Aly, and join her aboard the crazy train she calls life.

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Nov 10

Filthy Beautiful Lust Release Day Blitz and Giveaway

By Miranda Arnold in Reveals & Tours

From New York Times & USA Today bestselling author, Kendall Ryan, comes the third book in the Filthy Beautiful Lies series.

Pace Drake loves sex. He knows where get it, what to say, what to do, and he makes no apologies for satisfying his needs. But when he meets single mom, Kylie Sloan, he’s enthralled by her, and begins to question his standard operating procedure. After all, there’s no chase, no mystery when banging a woman in a nightclub bathroom. Kylie’s depth and determination make the sloppy, drunken hookups that fill his weekends seem empty and shallow. She’s the opposite of the desperate, clingy women he’s used to. She doesn’t want or need anyone to take care of her and that only makes him want to care for her more.

Kylie’s trust in men has vanished. The last guy she was with played ding-dong-ditch-it with her uterus and left her with a baby to raise. Now her infant son is the only man she has time for, even if she misses sex and intimacy more than she’d ever admit. Opening her heart up to a younger man who’s best known for no-strings-attached sex and his casual lifestyle is probably the worst idea she’s ever had. But Pace wants to prove to her there are still a few good guys left, and watching the sweet way he interacts with her baby makes her want to try…but she can really trust that his days of hitting it and quitting it are in his past?

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CHAPTER 1

PACE

I still recall that day in the pool last summer when I’d
taken the crying baby from her and entertained him all afternoon. I couldn’t
even be sure why I’d done it. I suppose, looking back, she just looked like she
could use a hand. I’ve never liked seeing a woman struggle. Although a damsel
in distress, she is not. I get the sense she’s not the type to back down from a
challenge and has enough strength and determination to succeed at just about
anything she tried. A sexy quality, to be sure.

As we stand there, me sipping my bourbon, and Kylie grinning
politely at the crowd, the silence between us grows. I feel like we have
nothing in common, and I’m at a loss, trying to think of something to say,
anything that will keep this beauty in my presence. There are so many things I
want to know about her, but none of them are any of my goddamn business. How
she tastes, what noises she makes when she comes. I also want to know how she
ended up a single mother, and if Max’s dad is still in the picture. I tried
asking Colton about it once, but he remained incredibly vague. The asshat. If
there was a worst wingman award, it would go to my brother.

“Have dinner with me this week,” I say. It wasn’t
what I’d been planning to say, but once the words leave my mouth, they feel
right.

“Pace, that’s sweet of you to ask, but I can’t…”
She pauses, like she wants to say more, but doesn’t. Her body language is all
wrong too. Where women are normally vying to get closer, placing their hand on
my bicep, or even brushing their breasts against my arm, Kylie stands straight
and tall, like she wants to avoid physical contact at all costs.

“Are you here with someone?” I ask. It’s also
absolutely none of my business, but I’d happily shell out ten grand just to
find out if she’s fucking someone.

“No,” she confirms.

“No boyfriend?” I press further. I need to know
what I’m up against.

“There’s been no one since Max’s father,” she says
quietly.

My inner alpha male beats on his chest in triumph.
“That’s quite a dry spell.”

“Indeed,” she murmurs.

“It’s just dinner, Kylie. It’s not like I’m offering to
step in and play daddy.” I treat her to a playful, crooked smile, my
dimple out in full force. I’ve heard it’s quite irresistible and that’s what
I’m banking on.

“That’s exactly why I can’t. I’m sorry.”

Fuck. Why am I such a fucking idiot?

“Oh,” I stammer, at a loss for words for the first
damn time in my life. Christ. Grow a pair, Pace.

“Besides, something tells me if you’re interested in a
woman like that,” Kylie tips her chin toward the bar where Sheena, or
Trina, is making a spectacle of herself, “you can’t possibly be interested
in a woman like me.”

Hold the fuck on. Now that’s where she’s wrong. “Why’s
that?” I ask, meeting her fiery green gaze. If she’s about to criticize
herself, I will not hold back in proving to her how very wrong she is.

“Pace,” she admonishes. “Look at her. They
look…inflatable.”

When I realize she’s not tearing herself down, but instead
chastising my taste in women, I almost want to laugh. “A woman like that
is good for only one thing and we both know it,” I say.

She raises her eyebrows, waiting for me to explain.

“One good fuck,” I continue.

“You’re crass.” Her eyes light up, and her mouth
twitches in an attempt not to smile.

“I’m direct, and you like it.”

She shrugs. “At least you’re honest. That’s more than I
can say for most men.”

“Go out with me. One time, Kylie. What do you have to
lose?”

I can practically see the wheels turning in her head, and for
one brief, beautiful moment I think I might have a chance. “Bye
Pace.” She turns and walks away, her long legs carrying her across the
room while my heart throbs.

Fuck.

“Kylie, wait.”

She turns and tosses me a sexy wink. “Go have fun with
Malibu Barbie.

This is not over.

I play to win.

Other Books In The Series

Book 1

Filthy Beautiful Lies

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Filthy Beautiful Love

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Kendall Ryan is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance novels, including Hard to Love, Unravel Me, Resisting Her and When I Break.

She’s a sassy, yet polite Midwestern girl with a deep love of books, and a slight addiction to lipgloss. She lives in Minneapolis with her adorable husband and two baby sons, and enjoys hiking, being active, and reading.

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Nov 10

Unlikely Venture by Kristen Luciani Release Launch and Giveaway

By Miranda Arnold in Reveals & Tours

Unlikley Venture
by Kristen Luciani
The Venture Series
Publication Date: November 10, 2014
Genres: Contemporary, Romance

Synopsis

After learning Jessica’s been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, her fiancé bolted out of her life as if he was on fire. She finds solace in her career–no distractions or romantic entanglements there!

But the universe has its own agenda.

Three thousand miles away from home and in the most unlikely of circumstances, Jessica meets Silicon Valley rising star James Callahan and her world is instantly turned upside down. Things go further awry when she encounters a ghost from the past. That one night of reckless abandon is back to haunt her and the control she fought so hard to regain is now in the hands of another.

Plagued by betrayal and guilt over his dad’s untimely death, James left Cambridge in search of a new beginning. With laser-focus, he built a cutting edge technology company now on the brink of financial success. Romance is the last thing on his mind…until he meets Jessica.

Fate brought them together, awakening their dormant emotions. But Jessica’s scandalous secret consumes her and threatens the very happiness she feared she’d never find with another man. Can James handle the truth about her past? Or did she pick the wrong guy yet again?

Excerpt:

The enormous skybox spilled over with A-listers, and it was decorated with a glitzy Vegas lounge motif. Lisa was in her element, pointing out celebrity after celebrity, drooling over each and every one.

“Holy cow! Jessie, look at Ashley Marshall! Those boobs are totally fake—I don’t care what she said in that interview! Do you see Jordan Priestly over there? He is so much hotter in person, don’t you think? Should I go and talk to him? He just broke up with Melissa Travers, I read about it in US Weekly on the flight out here!”

Laughing, Jessica’s eyes traveled around the crowded skybox, marveling at how many stars showed up to Oak- land that night. I guess Dezzie is one hot ticket after all.

Her smile faded when her eyes locked on Paul Emerson. Oh please, not again …

“Lisa!” She nudged her friend.

“What?” Lisa snapped to attention. “Do you see someone else? Is Dezzie in here?”

“No, not Dezzie. Paul Emerson.” Jessica nodded to where he stood.

“Whoa,” Lisa breathed. “He’s gorgeous, Jessie, you crazy ass fool. Remind me again why you’re not interested in bedding that perfect specimen of a man over and over and over?”

Jessica rolled her eyes. “That’s just the wrapping, Li. I’m much more into what’s inside the box, you know?”

“Look, sweetie, you’ve already unwrapped the pack- age and acknowledged how unbelievable it was. How much better do you think it’s going to get?”

“That’s not what I meant,” Jessica groaned. She was fighting a losing battle. Lisa didn’t care about substance.

“Uh, don’t look now, but I guess Emerson spotted you too, Jessie.” Lisa poked her with a long red fingernail.

“Whaa?” Jessica turned to see Paul walking towards them. Oh crap. “Don’t leave, okay, Li? I’m telling you, something makes me really uncom—”

Lisa snorted. “Spare me, Jess. If some rich foxy guy had me in his sights, uncomfortable is the last thing I’d feel. Loosen up a little and have some fun with it. You’re young, hot and based on that smoldering look he’s giving you, I’d say you’re pretty damn good in the sack.”

About the Author

Kristen Luciani is a self-proclaimed momtrepreneur with a penchant for Christian Louboutins, Silicon Valley (the place, not the show), plunging necklines and grapefruit martinis. As a deep-rooted romantic who prefers juicy drama to fill the lives of anyone other than her, she tried her hand at creating a world of enchantment, sensuality, and intrigue, finally uncovering her true passion. No pun intended…

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Nov 09

Bait by M. Mabie Blog Tour

By Miranda Arnold in Reveals & Tours

M. Mabie & N.A. Alcorn are shaking things up a bit, doing the release day fun a little differently.

What’s better than releasing your book? Releasing your book on the same day as your best friend of course!

We are excited to share with you Bait by M. Mabie & Covertly Strong by N.A. Alcorn!

Bait by M. Mabie- Part One in The Wake Series

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Synopsis

He was trouble from the start, but I couldn’t resist.
She was the best kind of trouble. The kind that was so wrong, it felt right.

I’ve tried and failed to stay away from him.
I’ve done everything in my power to make her mine and keep her.

He’s almost impossible to say no to.
She never tells me yes.

We’re always fighting.
When we’re not fighting, we’re… well… making up.

He makes me laugh so hard.
I miss her laugh the most.

I’m a liar.
She knows the truth, but won’t admit it.

Sometimes, I wish I’d never met him.
I wish we could meet all over again. I’d do better.

His sweet girlfriend knows.
The guy she’s with is a fool.

I’ll never love anyone like I love him.
She doesn’t love me enough to choose us.

It was the wrong place.
It was the wrong time.

It should have been him.
It will always be her.

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Nov 09

Bait by M. Mabie Review

By Amie Knight in 5 Smooches, Reviews

5 Smooches!

Synopsis

He was trouble from the start, but I couldn’t resist.
[She was the best kind of trouble. The kind that was so wrong, it felt right.]

I’ve tried and failed to stay away from him.
[I’ve done everything in my power to make her mine and keep her.]

He’s almost impossible to say no to.
[She never tells me yes.]

We’re always fighting.
[When we’re not fighting, we’re… well… making up.]

He makes me laugh so hard.
[I miss her laugh the most.]

I’m a liar.
[She knows the truth, but won’t admit it.]

Sometimes, I wish I’d never met him.
[I wish we could meet all over again. I’d do better.]

His girlfriend knows.
[The guy she’s with is a fool.]

I’ll never love anyone like I love him.
[She doesn’t love me enough to choose us.]

It was the wrong place.
[It was the wrong time.]

It should have been him.
[It will always be her.]

*This book contains adult situations and is recommended for adult readers.

Review

First of all, I feel like M. Mabie must be a damn marketing genius. I love that cover so much and the blurb immediately made me take notice and add it to my TBR. And the title. Well it is just the icing on the cake, especially after you read it and really understand it. Anyways, all of these phenomenal things made me want to read this book and I am sure glad that I did. Bait wrecked me, ruined me, made me cry so hard my husband rolled over in bed and asked if I needed anything. I love a book that makes me feel and this one had so many feels. It was mostly sad feels with a huge side of ANGRY!

So, I read Bait all in one day. I ignored all of my responsibilities because I just couldn’t help it. I was IN the story; transplanted to that special place only a few authors manage to take me. I spent the entire day in a state of despair and ugly cried my heart out and I loved it so much! Seriously, I am tearing up writing this review.

Bait is a cheater book. Bait is a love triangle. Bait does not have a happily ever after. Bait has a huge cliffy. Bait spans years of heartache. I just wanted to get that out of the way for all the haters out there. 😉 Some people just cannot stomach that stuff but personally, the more drama in a book, the better for me. Yes, it was hard and painful and I felt slightly sick about it but hey, IT MADE ME FEEL, and I seriously love that.

Did I want to strangle the hell out of Blake? Yes! She continuously makes the wrong decisions but in real life we all make bad decisions from time to time.

I had a boyfriend. I had an almost financé. I was a ho.

Yes, Blake, yes you are. And you didn’t feel bad enough about that shit in my opinion. Nor, did you feel bad enough for Casey either. Casey. Sweet, delicious, at the top of my book boyfriend list Casey; I love you.

For once, in a book, the damn male lead makes the right decisions for the most part. Casey won my heart immediately. He is funny and honest and I could immediately see why Blake would cheat with him. He is simply amazing. His character made this book. He is the source of all the good and torment that kept me turning every freaking page.

Even though Blake pissed me off, I knew that she loved Casey and that probably pissed me off even more because in true insecure heroine fashion, she just kept making the wrong decision when it came to the men in her life.

Poor poor Casey keeps sticking around and the more he sticks around, the more I love him and the more I hate Blake. Sister needed a reality check and Casey keeps giving her them, but she is so blind. I was practically screaming at my kindle. What the hell is wrong with you, Blake! Can’t you see how much he loves you?

If you ask me, this book is not about cheating or love triangles. It is about Casey’s love for Blake and her inability to accept it. She is just too scared to take a chance on something as wild and feral as Casey Moore. Who could blame her, really. He is so incredibly gorgeous, kind, hilarious and kind of perfect. Often in life we put people up on pedestals and I feel like that is exactly what Blake did with Casey. She doesn’t feel deserving and she probably isn’t but it doesn’t matter to him. He loves and wants her with such passion, just the way she is.

I think the main reason this book spoke to me was because it just felt so real. Bait is not a fairy tale romance. Blake and Casey’s story was not easy nor was it far fetched. I felt like this was totally something a friend of mine could be relaying to me as her story. It felt like real life. Real pain. Real sadness.

Our pain and our love are one and the same. I’l wait for you. Probably, forever if that’s what it takes.

Go on, take the plunge. Read it! Hate it! Love it! Medicate with some fabulous chocolate and wine, but make sure you have some tissues handy.

~Amie

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