Review: From Lies to Promises by Faith S. Lynn (4.5 Stars)

Title: From Lies to Promises

Author: Faith S. Lynn

Genre: New Adult

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With a past buried and left behind, Katrina changes her last name on a search for a normal life. But what is normal, really?
Three years, two amazing friends, and a new future, she thinks she has finally secured it. That was until Ryder. With him she was able to forget her fears completely, to feel more normal than she ever has.
But when her past comes crashing into her present, will he think her past is all lies, and abandon her like everyone else that she thought loved her did. Or will his promises bring her above the dark that surrounds her life.

When I first started this book I thought.. here we go another half hearted cutter book.. Half the books that attempt that subject fail.. but after the prologue we jump forward to a much different person than we saw in the prologue. I had a hard time putting this book down I was in love with Ryder from the very beginning. I wanted more of him and.. less of everyone else. 

Anywho.. Besides falling in love for Ryder.. I really loved TJ and felt super sad for him. I want to know his story... BADLY. So I might have to grovel at Faith's feet and hope we can get a story about that fine man. 

Moving on to the story line, I thought was very well thought out I liked the way it played out and the way it wrapped up was fabulous. At times I felt like there was a lot of drawn out scenes to get to be rushed at the end. But overall, it was very well done. 

4.5 stars!! Well done for a debut novel!!

“That’s what I am doing now, is getting to know you. Should I not want to be a part of your life? Are you a serial killer or something?” He jokes. “Ah, she does smile.”

I don’t even know that I am smiling until he says something, which only causes me to smile bigger. “What are you talking about, I smile all the time.”

“Yea, but that one was real.” He doesn’t say anything more, just starts digging into his food. I don’t press him on what he means because I know. The question is, how does he?

I am a New Adult author. From Lies to Promises is my debut novel! I am wife to the best husband of the freaking universe and mother to 3 majorly awesome kids! Reading, Xbox, cooking and WINE just barely scrape the surface of who I am. Everyone who knows me will say I am a nerd... and I would agree. Want to know a secret? I am a super hero. True story!

I have an obsession with anything people consider odd and I think learning is the bees knees. I have an Associates degree in Business Management and was an accountant for 7 years. I know, boooring! But I like having a problem and seeing a solution.

Maybe, just maybe, this is why I enjoy writing so much!

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Author Spotlight: Finding Solace by Barbara Speak

Title: Finding Solace

Author: Barbara Speak

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Publication Date: November 24th, 2013

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When Sadie Warren finds herself struggling to overcome an abusive relationship after high school, she seeks confidence by using random men to gain strength. All of that changes after one encounter leaves her to question everything she thinks she knows about who she is. In her journey of self discovery, Sadie finds out the hard way that sometimes love just isn’t enough. But then again, it can be.

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I am a hard working wife and mother of two of the best kids ever. I spend my days sneaking in any reading that I can. When the idea of Finding Solace came to me, I had no choice but to get it out of my head and put it into yours.

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Review: Alive by Megan D Martin - FIVE Stars!

Title: Alive

Author: Megan D. Martin

Genre: New Adult Post-Apocalyptic Interracial Romance

Publication Date: November 15, 2013

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Flesh-eating zombies, dirty sex, and a shattered past…

What’s more dangerous—the man who broke her heart or those trying to eat it?

Fighting to survive, Eve finds herself alone in the world after the Crave—the only parallel of her former life. On the hunt for her sister, she runs into Gage—the first and only boy to have her heart and break it. It’s been four years and he isn’t a boy anymore, nor is he the same person he used to be. Against her better judgment, Eve agrees to stay with him when he divulges information on a safe haven near the small town they grew up in—but that doesn’t mean she has to like it…

Returning home elicits a myriad of emotions that both Eve and Gage thought they had buried. The past and present collide and they are forced to the face bitter deceits that ruined them in the before and threaten to destroy them now…

Zombies? Sex? Horrible past?? Sounds like a good time. Well, okay... maybe not so much but I can tell you I couldn't put this book down. It was so well written that you almost can forget that its not real. It certainly made me thankful that it is just a book and I can take nice long hot showers, for real. 

Eve grew up with her parents making her feel like she was worthless because she was the result of premarital sex. Gage lives the life of  privilege. He's the most popular, best looking guy in the school. But none of that matters when the world as we know it ends and a disease starts turning people into flesh eating zombies. 

After four years of being on the run, constantly fighting off Zombies, Eve decides to give in and end her suffering.. That is until Gage comes back into her life and change things up on her again. 

I just had to know what was going to happen with Olive, Eve's sister. I had to know what had happened to Eve and Gage in the past and where it was taking them currently. I had to know!!!! 

Excellent read 100%.. 5 stars for an awesome read.. oh and be sure you have a fan near by cause there is some HOT scenes in there too!!!

Megan D. Martin is a multi-published author, mother, student and editor. In her spare time she enjoys decorating her house with strange things that do not match, playing her old school Nintendo Entertainment System, and buying fish for her many fish tanks.

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Review: His for Now by Octavia Wildwood

After the way he so cruelly and unexpectedly broke her heart, the last person Daniella James wants to see is Hayden Slate. But when the charismatic heir ambushes her and forces her to listen, the young Sociology instructor doesn’t have much choice but to hear him out. 

His reasons for throwing her away like yesterday’s newspaper are compelling. Even the horrible way he spoke to her begins to make sense – if she believes the closely-guarded secret he finally divulges. But while Hayden certainly seems to be remorseful, Daniella has to question his motives. After all, he’s burned her once already. 

Daniella is still livid and she isn’t about to just fall back into Hayden’s arms – or his bed – anytime soon. But her refusal to bend to his will could cost her everything she holds dear. Daniella is an intelligent woman, but it quickly becomes apparent that she’s in over her head…and Hayden just might be the only person who can save her. 

Another amazing novella by Octavia Wildwood. This is part 2 of the His Series. I don't think this one was as good as the first one. But I think it was still wonderful. And I can't wait to see where the third installment goes. 

The writing is absolutely amazing. Another time I sat down and couldn't do anything until I had read the whole book. I think from now on I'll be buying everything Octavia Wildwood writes, which is a rare thing for me to say, because the writing is just phenomenal!!

Review: His for One Night by Octavia Wildwood

After a bad night, straight-laced college instructor Daniella James finds herself drowning her sorrows at a local bar. It’s not her type of place, but she doesn’t feel like being alone. Then a handsome stranger in an expensive suit walks into her life and nothing is ever the same again. 

The heir to a vast fortune, Hayden Slate leads a life of privilege. He travels the world to purchase rare pieces of art - a glamorous job if there ever was one. But just like the paintings he buys, there's more to Hayden than meets the eye. 

Not sure what to make of the mysterious stranger at first, Daniella proceeds cautiously. But the attraction between them is instant. Soon Daniella finds herself wanting to try all sorts of steamy new things with him… 

But Hayden, plagued by demons, is a walking contradiction. He warns Daniella their relationship must remain casual but his actions are those of a man who longs for an intimate connection. Confused and frustrated, Daniella finally confronts him, determined to unearth his long-buried secrets. 

Can she get through to the troubled heir or will her questions send him over the edge? 

This book contains explicit adult situations. 
It is the first part of a trilogy that is designed to be read together

I just happened upon this book on Amazon and the synopsis looked good.. I literally read this book in one sitting. I couldn't put it down. Quite possibly the best novella I've read. It's sexy and hot, as I usually expect from novellas, but it is also a complete story. When it ends you don't feel like you've only read half the story. 

Hayden is a sexy beast and I loved every scene with him. Daniella is figuring out that there is more to life that academia and her teaching career. I absolutely loved the way the story is written.

The author's style of writing is just amazing. The editing is nearly perfect. I simply can't say anything wrong with this story except for I want MORE!!

Review: Resolution by Lesley Jones

Title: Resolution

Author: Lesley Jones

Genre: Erotica

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Resolution picks up exactly where Saviour left us all hanging! Having left an abusive marriage at 45, Lauren can hardly believe that she has found Gabe, a 35 year old blonde buff sex god, their instant chemistry has convinced him that that he wants to change his serial shagging ways and to make what they have found permanent, he knows that he loves Lauren but relationships are a whole new concept to him and he doesn't always get it right.

Lauren, still reeling from the abuse she has suffered at the hands of her ex husband is not convinced that jumping straight into another marriage is the right thing for her, despite how much she loves Gabe, the sex is amazing, they have no problems there, with Gabe she is growing in confidence and trying things in the bedroom (and every where else) that she never even considered during her marriage but they have known each other for just 10 short weeks and already they have been through enough drama to last a lifetime. Lauren has once again been beaten and humiliated by her soon to be ex-Husband, Gabe has revealed he was sexually abused by his Step-Mother as a teenager, and Gabe’s ex is threatening to stop him seeing his daughter.

Will Lauren listen to taunts from jealous exes and her own self doubt; or will the love (and lust) Lauren has found in Gabe’s arms be enough for her to let go of her painful past to build a future with Gabe. Resolution is the conclusion of Gabe and Laurens story, it will take you on a roller coaster of emotions, with some steamy and erotic sex scenes, just to keep your pulse racing, like Saviour, some scenes are gut wrenching, it will have you laughing, crying and wanting to not only hug Gabe and Lauren but also wanting to shake some sense into them. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.

I absolutely love that the author isn't afraid to touch on topics that are normally avoided. That always makes me like a book and author more! That being said, Lauren and Gabriel's story is entertaining enough on their own.. Not to mention the sex is HOT.. I can't say much without giving away some of the B-I-G twists and turns and hurdles this couple will have to go through to get to their happy ever after.. if they can get there that is.

I am a born and raised Essex girl now living on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, just outside of Melbourne Australia, I moved here with my husband and three sons in 2006.

Not only do I love to write but I also love to read and can devour a book overnight if the story grabs me.

I love watching my sons play football and am very partial to a glass of wine, a nicely chilled Marlborough Sav Blanc being my favourite

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Review: Vendetta by Autumn Karr and Sienna Lane

Please note: this is not dark romance.

I am not a good man.

I have lied and cheated and stolen. I've decided between life or death, like it was my due. None of it matters, not anymore. These are not my sins.

I see her raise her hands, the dark metal she's clutching reflecting the moonlight. Her finger trembles as she cocks the gun pointed at me. Her eyes are cold, determined, but I know.

I know her.

My name is Devon Andre and I confess my sin. I am not a good man because this is the woman I love.

She pulls the trigger.

* Standalone contemporary romance.
* Mature reader advised due to sexual content and strong language

I wanted to like this book. I did. I loved the cover. I loved the blurb. But I didn't. 

We are thrust right into the middle of a complicated situation, which I didn't mind. It kept me flipping pages trying to figure out what exactly was going on with our characters. I think we tried to get to a mafia type feel and for some reason it just never quite go there for me. The characters were a little too wishy washy for me. Not wanting something then wanting it a sentence later. 

Our heroine couldn't decide if she was going to be this strong willed woman or a weak wilted flower.. Granted I know some situations and books you can be both, but it just didn't work for this book. 

I think with a bit more development of the characters this could have been a fantastic book. Instead landing flat at a three star review.