🌟 BOOK BLITZ 🌟 Forever Summer by Nicole Bea {EXCERPT + GIVEAWAY!}

Forever Summer by Nicole Bea

Release Date: February 24th 2020 by The Wild Rose Press

Pages: 202

Genres: Contemporary, Romance, Young Adult

Morrigan Westhaver isn't convinced anything could make her forget her abusive ex-boyfriend—not even if she travels all the way from her home in Michigan to her father's ranch in Alabama. Saved text messages and voicemails haunt her life with poisonous words and crippling self-doubt, but she can't seem to let them go. On the ranch, much to her surprise, she immediately takes to a rescued horse, Stormy, as well as Levy, an attractive ranch hand. Will their understanding and gentle support help her heal, or is the damage too deep?

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“We could have texted if you wanted to talk,” I remind him, patting the spot on the bed where my

phone has slipped down to.

He pulls an elastic band from his wrist and snaps it into place around his hair, making a perfectly small bun before taking the towel, squeezing the excess water from the style, and taking a seat at the edge of my bed.

“You’re trying to make it sound like you don’t want me here, but I know you do. You wouldn’t have let me in otherwise, and you wouldn’t have kissed me this afternoon.” There’s a pause, the night dripping in and our faces drawing closer. “Do you believe in love at first sight, Morrigan?” His voice hangs heavy and warm in the bedroom air.

The question might be a rhetorical one, but I feel compelled to answer because I think I gave a shit answer the first time he asked me the question. 

“I used to,” I reply softly, a whispered lilt to my voice that matches his own. “You know, before.” I tuck a loose strand of hair behind my ear.

“That’s interesting.” He clasps his hands together and rests them between his thighs. His eyes tell me that isn’t the answer he wanted. “You stopped believing in love at first sight when I finally started.”

AUTHOR BIO:

NICOLE BEA is a short story author and novelist who primarily focuses on contemporary teen fiction. An avid storyteller since childhood, she has honed her skills through a variety of educational programs including management, sociology, legal studies, and cultural diversity in the workplace, most recently engaging in coursework about communication for technologists. In addition to writing for young adults, Nicole is also a technical writer for a global manufacturer of CPAP masks, machines, and other products that manage sleep-disordered breathing.  

When she isn't busy updating her manuscript portfolio or catching up on her To Be Read pile, Nicole can usually be found gardening, horseback riding, or pursuing her new hobby of learning to cook. She and her husband share their home in Eastern Canada with a collection of multi-colored cats and a lifetime's worth of books.

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🔖 REVIEW BLITZ 🔖 The Ruthless Knight by Jeana E. Mann {GIVEAWAY!}

The Ruthless Knight by Jeana E. Mann

Release Date: February 17th 2020 by Ishkadiddle Publishing, LLC

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

She stole my wallet, my car, and my favorite oil painting. I never expected her to steal my heart. 

This complicated, beautiful, annoying woman doesn’t know that I’m a thief too. Only, I don’t steal things. I steal secrets and sometimes people. And her name is next on my list. 

The problem? I admire her. Like her. Love her. So many wasted feelings because we aren’t meant to be. Years ago, I sold my soul and body to the devil. Now, my back is against the wall. If I want to save my precious niece from death, I’ll have to turn my sexy little thief over to my enemy. 

She captivates me. Soothes me. Makes my life a living hell. And I love every minute of it. 

But I have no choice. I will be ruthless. 

And she will ruin me. 

From USA Today bestselling author, Jeana E. Mann, comes a heart wrenching, suspenseful, tale of love, deception, and sacrifice. 

Are you ready for Sir Nikolay Reznik Tarnovsky? He’s coming for YOU! 

Don’t delay your pleasure. One-click this contemporary, billionaire, romantic suspense today! 

**This is a standalone novel written in the worlds of The Exiled Prince Trilogy and The Rebel Queen Duet. 

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My Review:

Having read and enjoyed The Exiled Prince Trilogy and The Rebel Queen Duet, I was exited to read Nicky’s story. He was a consistent character in those series and we are finally getting to read his story. Unlike the other series, Jeana E. Mann delivers a much darker story in The Ruthless Knight. It has suspense, mystery, secrets and a blossoming romance between two characters who have to rely on each other if they want to make it out alive.

Sir Nikolay Reznik Tarnovsky aka Nicky, has the looks and wealth to get just about any woman he could possibly want. He also happens to be a man of many talents, as his cleverness puts him ahead of the game as he steals the secrets of his adversaries. His job is not only to oversee multiple clubs around the world, but as Roman’s brother, he swore an oath to protect the heirs to the Menshikov dynasty which makes Nicky his knight.

While working/protecting his brother, he is also in charge of the Masquerade de Marquis, an exclusive masquerade ball for the elite and those that want to remain anonymous. That’s when he spots her, his beautiful leopard has put a spell on him and just when things were about to get steamy, she leaves. She steals his possessions and car keys. Nicky finds out that she stole a lot more than that and he is not mad, but impressed with her. So he sets out to find her, only things quickly get complicated when he finds himself dealing with the Columbia cartel and unable to go back home. Having Calliope by his side the entire time gives him the strength to keep fighting for their freedom. It’s with time that their secrets come out and it makes him want to protect her at all costs.

Every fortress has a weak spot and Calliope Jones is the expert when it comes to breaking into any place without getting caught. Attending the Masquerade de Marquis was supposed to be her ticket to freedom, but getting caught was not part of the plan, especially when her sexy stranger is the one that races after her at the ball. She never expected to see him again, but when he kidnaps her in order to turn her over to his enemy, Calliope doesn’t know what to do. She is caught between a war without fully knowing the reason why and she is forced to relieve her past over and over again. But then there is Nicky and she can’t fault him for wanting freedom as well. They soon find out that they have to rely on each other if they want to make it out alive.

I absolutely loved reading The Ruthless Knight, it was twisted and dark. There were so many moments where I found myself at the edge of my seat wanting to find out what was going to happen next. It’s evident from the very beginning that Nicky and Calliope have an intense chemistry. This would ultimately end up becoming so much more as the two spend a lot of time together in Columbia. 

What makes this book different from the rest of the series is that it deals with a lot of emotions and the playing of emotions. We have the villain, Valentina who we don’t really know why she wants Calliope and it makes us guess throughout the book. She loves to play with people’s emotions and hurt them by using their weaknesses against them. I found myself loving Nicky as a character, he truly is the good guy regardless of what anyone else says about him. He protects his family and is willing to protect Calliope at all costs. Calliope has been through so much, but she gives Nicky strength to keep going. All in all, this book was a hit for me. I wish the ending didn’t end so abruptly, but there will be a continuation of their story and I cannot wait to read it! I would highly recommend checking it out. :)

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jeana is a USA Today and Publishers Weekly Bestselling Author from Indiana. She gave up a career in the corporate world to write about sexy billionaires and alpha bad boys. With over twenty books and several awards beneath her belt, she’s never regretted her choice to live out her dream. She’s a free spirit, a wanderer at heart, and loves animals with a passion. When she’s not tripping over random objects, you’ll find her walking in the sunshine with her rambunctious dogs and dreaming about true love.

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🌟 Freebie Tuesday (Edition #309) 🌟

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I will be tweeting random freebies that I can find on any given day so if you're looking for more free books make sure to follow me on twitter @JackieBookWorld. :) 

***Note that there will be some books that will be free for limited time only, so make sure to download them as soon as you can. Also if there is any specific genre that you guys would like me feature, let me know!  

A Vampire Bewitched 
by L.E. Wilson
Release Date: January 2020 by Everblood Publishing, LLC 
Series: Deathless Night #1
Pages: 302
Genres: Paranormal, Romance
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It’s been seven years since Nikulas’ brother walked out the door of his Seattle apartment and never came back. All he knew was that the he was on his way to meet with the leader of a neighboring vampire colony who’d been causing trouble, and neither of them have been seen since. Now, with the first lead he's had in years, Nikulas discovers that a witch went missing around the same time. Coincidence? No way. And even better, she has a sister. And that sister is hot. Nikulas knows as soon as he sets eyes on Emma's strawberry-blonde head that he should stay away from her...the moment he tastes her blood, he knows he won’t be able to. Because Emma is HIS.

Seven years after Emma witnessed her sister’s kidnapping, there’s still no sign of what happened to her. She, herself, spent three months in the hospital after the “bear” attack, and still has the scars to prove it. Now, as day after day passes with no news of her sister, she has to fight against the loss of hope…until she gets a phone call from a seductive stranger who claims to have new information. He seems harmless with his teasing manner and Hollywood pretty-boy looks, but she can sense a predatory air of danger about him. Instead of warning her away, however, she finds herself irresistibly drawn to him, and agrees to go with him on a rescue mission to find their missing siblings.

Although Nikulas aches to keep Emma with him always, a ghost from the past won’t let him. And he soon finds out that she her own demons to fight. Determined to resist the Blood Hunger, Nikulas decides that she deserves more than spending her life with a vampire, even if it means losing his own in the process. However, Emma is just as determined to prove to him that they can fight their ghosts…together.
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Accidentally All of Me 

by Ali Parker

Release Date: September 19th 2019 by BrixBaxter Publishing

Series: Accidentally All of Me #1

Pages: 445

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Author's Links: Goodreads, Website, Twitter, Facebook

I’m raising someone else’s kid.

My sister’s daughter, and where I thought I’d never make it as a single father bachelor, I was wrong.

This little girl has my heart. And only her.

Until a stray dog happens upon my place and we’re forced to call a vet.

And a beautiful woman showed up.

I didn’t believe in fate.

But it seems to believe in me.

The beautiful woman who helped us out with the dog shows up again later on a blind date across the table from me.

And I’m sold out for her before I realize what’s happening.

Pulling back is my only hope for survival.

After losing my sister, I’m far more protective of me and her little one.

But it’s a losing battle. No way I’m going anywhere, until I’m forced to.

It would seem I have a kid of my own in the world.

Maybe this is the breaking point where I can walk away from the all-consuming passion of my new romance.

Because I’m good with giving my time, my body, and all of my money.

But to her?

I’ve accidentally given all of me.

This is book 1 in a 3 part series. You will have to read books 2 and 3 to complete the story. 

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