Review of Edge
of Light by Cynthia Justlin
Published: May 14, 2012
4 out of 5 smirks
Synopsis: "Taken
prisoner by a ruthless group of anarchists deep in the Cambodian jungle,
anthropologist Jocelyn Hewitt is isolated in a dark prison cell. Without chance
of rescue. Or hope. Until the man in the next cell reaches out to let her know
she's not as alone as she thinks.
CIA agent Oliver Shaw has
been held prisoner for over two years. Forced to witness the brutal torture and
slow murder of his entire team, his spirit is not just broken, it's crushed. He
no longer believes in hope. Until he hears Jocelyn through the wall, and
suddenly feels like a glimpse of light is trying to reach in...
Jocelyn's heart aches for
the tortured man whose presence and voice give her the courage to risk their
escape. But first she'll have to remind Oliver who he once was, what he once
loved, and bring him back to life. Only then will they have a chance for
freedom-and the kind of love neither ever thought possible."
Edge of Light by
Cynthia Justlin is a story about finding the beauty in life even under the most
tragic circumstances. What I love about
this book is how Joise and Oliver while they meet under dyer events actually
keep one another alive and connect on a deeper level because of what they have
experienced. I also love that this book is a story about romance, but it is
deeper than that and is not a story that revolves around the romance
itself. This story is realistic, sad,
hope and hopeless in its beauty within Joise and Oliver. They survive for not only themselves, but
ultimately for one another. I give Edge of Light by Cynthia Justlin 4
smirks because the story is unique and the characters transformations are
magnificent.
Review of The
Tycoon's Secret Daughter by Susan Meier
Published: June 5, 2012
4 out of 5 smirks
Synopsis: "The CEO’s second chance...
Max Montgomery had it all: charm, good looks and a
career as CEO of the family business. Marriage to Kate Hunter was the icing on
the cake. Until a devastating family secret sent his world—and then his
marriage—crashing down around him.
Years later, Max is accidentally reunited with
Kate, who also has a secret—the daughter he’s never met! Bonding with adorable
Trisha may come naturally, but with the shadows of the past still haunting him,
recapturing the heart of the woman he’s never stopped loving is quite a
different matter…"
The Tycoon's
Secret Daughter by Susan Meier is a story about the harsh realities of life
and the consequences you must face when your past comes back to you. This story which had a lot of harsh reality
to it voiced it in such an innocence perspective it was really different and is
what made me love this story. I think it
is easy to voice in a story about darkness and violence, but when you put into
that voice a certain innocence it becomes tamer and easier to deal with. I loved how we as readers got a background of
Max and Kate without having to go through the background with them. I also love how even after years of distant
their love can be rekindled within moments of seeing each other again. Both Max and Kate are similar characters who
approach life differently which is what makes their chemistry so undeniable. And while Trisha is a part of Max and Kate's
story, she is not the center of it which is what I believe drew me into the
story and ultimately gives readers the impression that what Max and Kate share
is not dependent on Trisha. I give The Tycoon's Secret Daughter by Susan
Meier 4 smirks because it is a feel good, heartwarming story about living in
the present, hoping for the future, and keeping the past in the past.
Review of Redemption
of a Hollywood Starlet by Kimberly Lang
Published: June 5, 2012
5 out of 5 smirks
Synopsis: "The Marshalls...
A rich, powerful family that mixes business,
politics…and pleasure. If the U.S. had a royal family this would be it!
The tabloids just couldn’t get enough of A-list
couple hotshot producer Finn Marshall and Hollywood wild child Caitlyn Reese.
Then Caitlyn fled the glaring lights of Tinseltown, leaving an indelible mark
on the Walk of Fame—and an empty seat on the back of Finn’s motorbike.
Now Cait is back! She’s still got the X factor, and
Finn is struggling to banish his X-rated thoughts! Because one thing is for
sure…he isn’t interested in just a quick Hollywood retake. To interest him,
it’ll have to be."
Redemption
of a Hollywood Starlet by Kimberly
Lang is a feisty story about two characters who are so stubborn they make cows
look cooperative. Cait and Finn have some serious chemistry and a fighting
streak to match. I love how Cait and
Finn are so in tune with each other on so many things, but totally out of whack
when it comes to what each of them ultimately needs for a relationship to
blossom. I thought the idea of a movie bringing these two characters together
was perfect for them. Cait is innocent
in a way which is uniquely not in sync with how she grew up or how she lives her
life. Finn being someone who decides to
shrug things off because to him showing an invested emotion is weak and a way
to get hurt. What this book brings to
light is how moving past your hang ups in order to be with the person you were
meant to be with is actually a strength.
Always rooting for the underdog I give Redemption of a Hollywood Starlet by Kimberly Lang 5 smirks, this
is a funny, witty, heated, story about finding the one who just gets you.
Review of Seduced
by Blood by Laurie London
Published: July 24, 2012
5 out of 5 smirks
Synopsis: "Deep within the forests of the Pacific
Northwest, the battle for supremacy rages on between two vampire coalitions: Guardian
enforcers sworn to protect humanity, and Darkbloods, rogues who kill like their
ancient ancestors…
Hot-blooded and hard-edged, Tristan Santiago has
an uncanny ability to see beneath the surface—a skill that serves him well as
the Guardians’ region commander. But when a deadly plot against his fellow
vampires is uncovered, he must turn to the one woman he can’t read: the
beautiful yet mysterious Roxanne Reynolds, whose sensual presence soothes his
tormented memories.
Roxy had put love before duty once before, with
devastating results. But to root out a dangerous traitor in their midst, she
must put her faith in Santiago, the one man skilled enough to break through her
defenses. Posing as lovers, Santiago and Roxy work side by side—and discover a
powerful craving that threatens to consume them both…"
Seduced
by Blood by Laurie London is a
great continuation of this series! Out
of all the book in this series so far, this is by far is my favorite! I loved getting to know Roxy and Santiago. I
thought these two characters were very complex, but oddly enough alike in so
many ways. I loved their banter and wit, how the story of this series still
progresses, but is ultimately about how Santiago and Roxy find each other (even
if at first they don't like one another). I enjoyed how almost always Santiago
and Roxy are honest with each other even if the truth hurts, I felt this was a
very realistic part of a relationship. I
also enjoyed the ending because who wouldn't enjoy that? (I'll never tell). I
give Seduced by Blood by Laurie
London 5 smirks because Santiago and Roxy are two loners who will touch readers
hearts and bring a smile to their faces.
Review of The
Werewolf's Wife by Michele Hauf
Published: April 3, 2012
5 out of 5 smirks
Synopsis: "The legacy he must obey…
The child she must save…
The man who threatens to fulfill her every
fantasy…and break her heart.
Alpha wolf Ridge Addison left his wife in Las
Vegas, vowing to put their one reckless night of passion behind him and return
to his clan. Thirteen years later he needs a divorce so he can become pack
leader. Yet he’s never forgotten the sensuous witch whose life he saved…or the
knee-buckling kisses he still craves.
After they parted, Abigail tried banishing Ridge
from her memory. Now her heart belongs only to her son. But when the boy is
kidnapped, she knows she alone can’t save him. Though Abigail’s body still
aches for Ridge, she’s willing to give him his freedom in exchange for his
help. But who will shield her heart from the only man she’s ever let claim her,
body and soul?"
The
Werewolf's Wife by Michele Hauf is an inspiring
story about knowing what you want out of life and knowing you deserve it. I
love Michele Hauf and am a big fan of her writing so much so that I am not
surprised I feel in love with this story and her characters so easily. I love
that as readers we are sucked back into a world in which reality is so much
bigger than what people consider normal or even standard. Getting to know Ridge more as a character is
a real treat because he is a walking contradiction of himself, he possesses the
whole package. Re-meeting Abigail and
finding out about her past as well as her past with Ridge was addicting. Throughout the entire story I was rooting for
Ridge to get his future he clearly wanted for himself. I don't want to give anything away about this
story because that's what makes reading this story so enjoyable, the twists and
turns. In short, I give The Werewolf's
Wife by Michele Hauf 5 smirks because
I couldn't put it down and the ending was a moment when readers will say
"FINALLY!"
Review of Goddess In
The Middle by Stephanie Julian
Published: July 3, 2012
4 out of 5 smirks
Synopsis: "Amity, the Goddess of Health, works as a
medical aesthetist, using her remaining goddess powers to help people heal
their spirits. Her profession soon brings two masculine Etruscan werewolves,
Remy and Rom, into her life. The two werewolves have been searching for a woman
powerful enough to handle both of them, but they've never met a woman strong
enough...until they meet Amity. Together they must use the power generated by
their love to kill a vicious demon and keep him locked away forever, or risk
losing everything."
Goddess In The Middle by Stephanie
Julian is a supernatural story about possibilities. What I really love about
this story is how Amity, Remy, and Rom all seem to heal one another and find
what they have all really been looking for.
This story takes on a life of its own with surprising revelations and unique
characters who will make you wonder if their story is next. Goddess In The Middle is a sensual, erotic, adventurous,
funny, enlightening story that will have readers begging for more. I give Goddess
In The Middle by Stephanie Julian 4 smirks because the characters are ones
who will live in readers minds forever.
Review of Immersed
In Pleasure by Tiffany Reisz
Published: February 28, 2012
4 out of 5 smirks
Synopsis: "The Manhattan Mermaids: Believed to
be the most beautiful women in the city, they entertain wealthy, powerful men
in an exclusive club called Fathoms....and are all virgins. Derek Prince
doesn't believe they really exist, until he meets the stunningly sensual Xenia.
She drives him wild with desire, but giving in to temptation means losing her
position at Fathoms. Derek is incredibly turned on by the thought of being
Xenia's first...but will he be willing to wait for her?"
Immersed In
Pleasure by Tiffany Reisz is a short erotic story about fairytales coming
to life. While Xenia may not be a real
mermaid, she certainly plays the part of someone who is uniquely in their own
world. Derek on the other hand has a
complete reality check after meeting Xenia and realizes he wants more out of
life. This extremely virginal story is
so fantasy filled, it should be illegal since there is no real sex involved (at
least not until later). Immersed In Pleasure by Tiffany Reisz is
captivating, sweet, pure, and erotic. I
give it 4 smirks or should I say fish.
