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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

⭐ BOOK BLITZ ⭐ The Professor by Skye Warren {EXCERPT + GIVEAWAY!}




The Professor by Skye Warren

Release Date: March 26th 2024
Series: Tanglewood University #1
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

New York Times bestselling author Skye Warren, delivers the sizzling first book in a brand new trilogy, The Professor, a forbidden, student/professor, ex-boyfriend’s dad romance.

One night only with a handsome stranger.
Older. Alluring. Savage. Dominant.
No last names or expectations.
Just raw, carnal, filthy pleasure.

I never thought I would see him again.
Until the first day of class. He’s my new professor.
And my ex-boyfriend’s father.

He has a world of secrets in his eyes and the weight of the world on his shoulders. I should stay away from him, but the more I try, the more consumed he gets.

His possessiveness is rivaled only by his secretive nature. He knows everything about me, but mystery surrounds him. Shadows threaten the entire university…and our forbidden love.




{EXCERPT}

“It’s okay,” he murmurs. “Pretend you don’t want it.”

His kiss is urgent, unyielding. He forces my mouth open, allowing me to feign resistance. Or at the very least, nonchalance. I let him tilt my head back and run his lips down my neck. It’s a terrible game I’m playing, letting him take the fall for our mutual destruction.

I should at least tell him, confess my own desire, even if he already knows.

It would be the honorable thing to do.

“Will—”

“Ah ah,” he says with a slow shake of his head, with a devastating expression of knowing in his dark eyes. “In this office, you will address me as Professor Stratford.”

My secret muscles clench, and he gives me an almost boyish smile.

“This gets you hot, doesn’t it, Ms. Hill?”

How is this possible? I had a heavy course load of classes my freshman year, with professors of every shape and size. They were smart and interesting, and for the most part, at least somewhat arrogant. Professor Stratford is all those things…and more. He’s simply more. More handsome, more mysterious. More playful as he nips at my lower lip.

“I asked you a direct question, Ms. Hill. Don’t make me punish you.”

My eyes widen. It’s not an entirely fake break in my voice. “What kind of punishment?”

“Let’s see,” he says, tugging my T-shirt off, leaving me in my bra. The starkness is enough to make my cheeks burn. He’s fully clothed while I’m shirtless. “For the first offense, I wouldn’t be too harsh. Then again, we can’t have disruptive students, can we?”

I thought his fist in my hair had been perverse.

That holding me up against the window had been a wild form of desire.

This is far worse.

And far better.

At least my body thinks so, becoming hot and clenched, swollen around nothing, hungry to have him inside me again, thrusting and thrusting the ache away.

“I tried to behave,” I tell him, surrendering to the game. Surrendering to him. “I tried to be a good student. It’s just that you were so…distracting.”

That earns me a dark chuckle. Large, strong hands undress me with calm expediency, as if stacking books or finding the right page. With both care and anticipation.

At this moment I’m the worn pages of an old copy of Romeo and Juliet.

He thumbs through my pages.

“You’d blame your professor for your own lack of focus?”

I gasp at his touch, low and intimate. It’s too much, and I scoot back to get away from him. That only lands me on the edge of his desk, smooth wood cool beneath my bare ass. “Maybe I can make it up to you?”

“Extra credit,” he says, musing. “Perhaps an oral report would suffice.”


AUTHOR BIO:

Skye Warren is the New York Times bestselling author of dangerous romance. Her books have sold over one million copies. She makes her home in Texas with her loving family, sweet dogs, and evil cat.


{GIVEAWAY!}



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Sunday, March 17, 2024

🔖 REVIEW 🔖 Roman by Melanie Moreland



Roman by Melanie Moreland

Release Date: March 6, 2024
Pages: 382
Genres: Romance, Contemporary

I rescued her because I had to. I fell in love with her because she gave me no choice.

Roman Costas

Powerful. Intensely private.
Cold. Dangerous.
When he unwittingly puts an innocent woman in danger, he does something he never planned.
Becomes involved.
He didn’t anticipate the feelings Effie Warner brought out in him.
He didn’t expect the woman he rescued to become his world.
All he knows is that he’ll burn down the city to keep her safe.
No matter the consequences.

The suspenseful finale in Men of the Falls duet by New York Times Bestselling author Melanie Moreland.



My Review:

Moreland has outdone herself with her latest release, Roman, the second book in the Men of the Falls Duet. This swoon worthy and suspenseful romance will pull at your heartstrings and never let go.

As a successful entrepreneur, Roman Costas, takes pride of what he’s been able to achieve with the help of his younger brother. Although he might be perceived as cold, dangerous and private. Roman has grown up in a world of organized crime and knows the dangers that come with running that side of the family business. It’s his legitimate casino business that Roman overseas has made him a wealthy man and there is a part of him that wonders what it would be like to walk away from the family legacy. That is until he unknowingly puts an innocent woman in danger that has him ready to burn the whole city down in order to protect her. Roman never intended to connect with Effie, she is kind and the completely opposite of him. Yet, the more he gets to know her, the harder it becomes to let her go.

Effie Warner never expected to be caught in the middle of Roman’s world. Now her life is in danger and has no where else to go. It’s when her business gets threatened, that she has no choice but to turn to Roman. For someone who is feared in his world, he is nothing but attentive towards her. He vows to protect no matter what, something she is not sued to feeling. After all, it was someone closer to her that put her in the danger she is in.

I absolutely loved reading Roman, it explosive conclusion to the duet just keeps getting better! If you love an overly protective hero with a twist, then this is the book for you. Both of the characters have backstories that had me hooked from the very beginning and we get to see them develop in the story. While Effie might not have the best relationship with her sister, Roman has been able to keep his relationship stronger with his brother even after going through a lot growing up. It’s their pasts that have shaped their present and future as well. It’s up to them to rely on each other if they want a shot a real relationship. All in all, the ending was perfect, I would highly recommend checking out this book. I cannot wait to read what Moreland comes up with next. :)

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

🔖 REVIEW BLITZ 🔖 Just One More Moment by Carly Phillips



Just One More Moment by Carly Phillips

Release Date: March 12, 2024
Pages: 204
Genres: Romance, Contemporary

She thinks happily ever after only happens in romance novels.
He can’t wait to prove her wrong…


Falling in love is not on Raven Walsh’s agenda. Running from her past keeps her way too busy for that. She can, however, handle a friends-with-benefits scenario with the hot billionaire who co-owns The Back Door bar. But trusting him with her heart? Not a chance…

Remington Sterling has had his eye on the smart and sexy Raven since she started waitressing at his bar. He knows she’s gun-shy where relationships are concerned. But he’s ready to do whatever it takes to convince her he’s worth the risk…

When Raven’s secrets catch up to her in a big way, she must decide if the potential cost of trusting Remy is more than she’s willing to pay—and Remy will need to figure out how far he’s willing to go for love…

Just One More Moment, book 1 in the Sterling Family series (all can be read as standalones), is a spicy contemporary romance featuring a ready-to-run heroine and the possessive, protective alpha hero who is more than ready to catch her. 




My Review:

Phillips delivers a great start to The Sterling Family Series in Just One More Moment. This second chances and new beginnings romance will leave you rooting for the characters until the end!

For Raven Walsh, attending the glamorous wedding of her boss/friend Zach Dare, reminds her of the life she used to have. A life she’s been trying so desperately to get away from for a while. Though she doesn’t miss the luxury of her upbringing, it has lead her to live a normal and modest life. As Raven takes on more responsibility as the manager of The Back Door bar, she has immediate access to her boss/co-owner of the bar, Remy Sterling. Even though they are friends, Remy enjoys flirting with her, leaving Raven to wonder if they could ever have something else. But there is the fear of what could happen if those around her get hurt because of her past. Leaving Raven to build walls around her in order to protect her heart. It’s until said past comes back to haunt her that she will have to rely on Remy more than ever.

As a former detective and current private investigator, Remington “Remy” Sterling has helped uncovered many cases throughout his career. But Raven Walsh has proven to be a mystery he can’t seem to solve. Being co-owner of The Back Door bar, Remy spends a lot of time running the business alongside his manager, Raven. Their instant connection is magnetic and it is easy to be around her. Yet, it’s his attraction towards her that has made it difficult to get Raven out of his head. He knows that she isn’t ready for more than she can give him, so when the lines are crossed, a mutual friends-with-benefits arrangement is in place. Until her past comes knocking, putting Raven in danger that Remy vows to keep her safe no matter what, including her heart.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading Just One More Moment, this steamy and suspenseful romance will keep you at the edge of your seat. Remy is ready to use what he’s experienced in his career in order to protect the woman he is falling in love with. After all, going through a similar loss himself has made him even more protective of her. Raven is not about to let her past hurt her loved ones, even if it means sacrificing her growing feelings for Remy. In the end, they both will have to rely on each other if they want to have a chance at a real relationship. Told in dual POV, expect the unexpected and an ending worth for their story. I would highly recommend it and I cannot wait to read the next books in the series! :)

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

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Meet Carly Phillips:

Carly Phillips is the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of over eighty sexy contemporary romances featuring hot men, strong women, and emotionally compelling stories her readers have come to expect and love. She is happily married to her college sweetheart and lives in Westchester County, NY. She is the mother of two adult daughters and two crazy dogs who star on her Facebook and Instagram pages. She loves social media and is always around to interact with her readers.For more information on upcoming releases, sign up for her newsletter (below) and receive two free books!

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

🔖 REVIEW BLITZ 🔖 Meant for Stone by Natasha Madison



Meant for Stone by Natasha Madison

Release Date: February 26, 2024
Series: Meant For
Pages: 373
Genres: Sports, Romance, Contemporary

From Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestselling author Natasha Madison comes a brand new sports romance. A spin-off from the Hollywood Playboy & This Is Crazy.

Ryleigh

Growing up in Hollywood, I was surrounded by liars and phonies.
So when I got my law degree, I knew I wanted to work as a district attorney.
Busy days turned to long nights—I was on my way up the ladder.
Then he happened.
Bullied his way into my life as if there was no choice.
Suddenly everything I thought I wanted wasn’t as important.

Stone

I had one thing on my mind and that was never going to change: The game.
The only goal I had was beating the records set by my family.
I didn’t have time for anything else.
Until she walked in the room.
The earth shifted, just like the stories said it would.
I said it wouldn’t happen—not to me.
I didn’t have the time, but now she was the only thing on my mind.
I knew it was her.
Now I had to convince her. 




My Review:

Madison’s newest spin-off brings us Meant for Stone, the first book in the Meant For Series. Be ready to fall in love with this romance between a hockey player and a district attorney that will leave you wanting for more!

Having grown up among hockey legends makes Stone Richards want to make his own mark in the sport. He has no time to focus on other things, until he meets Ryleigh Beckett. With her brother marrying into his family, Stone knows that if things go south it would only cause chaos within the family. But her no non-sense and feisty personality is what keeps pulling her in his head. She is all Stone can think about and he is willing to do anything in order to convince her to give them a shot. Little does he know how difficult maintaining a long distance relationship with their busy schedules is going to be. Love is said to conquer it all, but will for them?

For Ryleigh Beckett being the daughter of a famous actor and growing up in Hollywood, she is aware of what it means to be in the spotlight. So when she got her law degree and made the move to Chicago to become a district attorney, it gave her the chance to start a new life. Being close to her family also means that Ryleigh gets to spend a lot of time at Hollywood events. Events that guys used her to attend, so with her walls build up, she decided to focus on her career and nothing else, not expecting to meet Stone Richards. He is nothing she’s ever encounter, he doesn’t give up easily, kind and set on making her his. Making her wonder what their relationship could be like if she’d only let her walls down.

I absolutely loved reading Meant for Stone, I loved the characters dynamic from the beginning and it only got better throughout the book. There are a lot of steamy moments and swoon-worthy ones too. Stone is a go-getter, determined to go after what he wants. On the other hand, Ryleigh is bold and outspoken, perfect for a district attorney. She is the best at what she does and work has become her life. But when life brings them together, they have to learn to compromise in order to give them a shot at a relationship. All in all, I would highly recommend checking out this book. With the way the book ended, I cannot wait to read what happens next in the series! :)

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

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Meet Natasha Madison:

When her nose isn’t buried in a book, or her fingers flying across a keyboard writing, she’s in the kitchen creating gourmet meals. You can find her, in four inch heels no less, in the car chauffeuring kids, or possibly with her husband scheduling his business trips. It’s a good thing her characters do what she says, because even her Labrador doesn’t listen to her…

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