Aced by Brooke Blaine and Ella Frank

From Ella Frank’s Sunset Cove series and Brooke Blaine’s L.A. Liaisons series comes a scorchingly hot novel that blends humor, passion, and romance.

What happens when these two worlds collide?

Ace Locke is Hollywood’s hottest action hero. Women across the globe fling their panties in his direction, but Ace isn’t interested in those—he’s more of a boxer briefs kind of guy. Specifically, those of the nearly naked male model on a billboard he drives past every day.

Though he recently made headlines for his public coming out, Ace is wary about pursuing a relationship, fearing what the court of public opinion will do to his career. But there’s something in the model’s expression that intrigues him and has him wondering what if?

Dylan Prescott just scored his biggest modeling campaign yet. One that has him plastered all over L.A. in not much more than what he was born with. And when he’s cast in Ace’s latest blockbuster, it puts him in close proximity to his ultimate fantasy.

Outwardly confident, Dylan has no problem with his sexuality or his pretty-boy looks, and uses both to his advantage to get what he wants. And what he wants is the impossible—Ace Locke.

Dylan and Ace!!!!!! H.O.T.

Everyone knows how big an Ella Frank and Brooke Blaine fan I am!! 

When I heard a book with both Dylan and Ace was on its way... I squealed like a 13 year old girl at a Justin Bieber concert!! Seriously!!

I fell in love with Ace in Hooker and was beyond excited to get his story. He was everything I wanted him to be. Commanding, larger than life presence, but at the same time, sweet, charismatic and romantic.

Dylan we meet in Devil's Kiss. He's the hottie surfer turned model. "Marky Mark" Ace labels him.

He is delicious. He is also sweet, charismatic and oh so sexy.

There's a reference to Pretty Woman in this book. Funny, I know, but I loved it. There's so many books nowadays that always have the poor little sweet heroine being swept off her feet by the big, powerful almighty hero who sends her on shopping sprees, buys her a car and they live happily ever after! I loathe that! When it's done incorrectly.

This time it was done correctly. Yes, I know there's two heroes here, and it wasn't a total Pretty Woman thing, but when you read it, you'll understand what I'm saying. I loved that part.

These characters are perfect for each other. They were sweet and naive at times, like virgins! Learning from each other for the first time. On the other hand, they were also assertive, adventurous and oh so damn hot!!!!

I must say... one part in particular though...  These gals know how to write a steamy, panty-melting scene!!!

All I can say is... please hurry with the next book!! I NEED more Ace and Dylan!!!!

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No Pants Required by Kim Karr

I, Makayla Alexander, am on a mission to reinvent myself. So when a super hot guy boards the plane and flashes his rock hard abs, I pay attention. When he sits next to me and offers me his nuts, I can’t resist. But when I choke on them and he tells me I need to work on my gag reflex, I realize I might be in over my head. 

Before I know it we’re in the lavatory and attempting to join the Mile High Club. Let me just say this...anyone who tells you it’s easy to get it on at 37,000 feet isn’t telling you the truth. After the flight attendant busts us for getting frisky in the air, the only thing that can ease my total and complete mortification is the simple fact that I am never going to see him again. 

Hours later, I can’t help but wonder if fate will ever allow me to become a new version of myself. 

Because Fate, she’s a fickle bitch. 

Case in point...my seatmate is my new next-door neighbor. 

Even with the whole fate thing we have going on, we are so not meant to be together. He’s all cool and sexy in that make love not war kind of way. Guys like him are dangerous. With that bring-you-to-your-knees body, that handsome-as-hell face, and that dirty, dirty mouth, I guarantee one glance from him wets every girl's bikini bottoms. 

And then there’s me…the quirky girl looking to find herself in California. All I want to do is learn to let loose. Say words like peace and groovy. Bury my toes in the sand. Who knows, maybe even have sex on the beach. 

Unable to get him out of my head, I entertain the thought of being more than just friends. I know the idea is absurd. And yet, I go with it. You see Camden Waters gets me. Really gets me. Like no other guy has before. 

On this 7-mile stretch of paradise, I decide to keep things simple and just have fun...that is until fate decides to screw with me, again. 

Can two people hell-bent on finding themselves realize the search should have ended the day they met? Find out in No Pants Required—a sexy, funny, romantic stand-alone, that will have you hurrying to grab your bathing suit and rushing to the beach to check out every lifeguard on duty.

This story was cute, funny, frisky and sexy. 

Cam was adorable! 

I enjoyed all the sexual innuendo and banter between the two.

To be honest, I was expecting a little bit of a Baywatch thing, but that's not what I got. In fact, there wasn't necessarily too much about Cam being a lifeguard. Maybe a couple of scenes, but as far as the overall feel of the book, that's not what it was about.

This was an awakening of sorts. Discovering who you are and what you want out of life, while living it! Go for it! Be flirty, be silly. Check off that bucket list and experience all life has to offer!

Did that sound heavy? It's not. In fact it's a very light and easy going read. 

If you're looking for a funny and sexy beach read... you've found your book! 

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Bittersweet (True North) by Sarina Bowen

The new series is set in Vermont. True North is populated by the tough, outdoorsy mountain men that populate the Green Mountain State. They raise cows and they grow apples. They chop a lot of wood, especially when they need to blow off steam. (Beards are optional but encouraged.)

If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the orchard.

The last person Griffin Shipley expects to find stuck in a ditch on his Vermont country road is his ex-hookup. Five years ago they’d shared a couple of steamy nights together. But that was a lifetime ago. 

At twenty-seven, Griff is now the accidental patriarch of his family farm. Even his enormous shoulders feel the strain of supporting his mother, three siblings and a dotty grandfather. He doesn’t have time for the sorority girl who’s shown up expecting to buy his harvest at half price.

Vermont was never in Audrey Kidder’s travel plans. Neither was Griff Shipley. But she needs a second chance with the restaurant conglomerate employing her. Okay—a fifth chance. And no self-righteous lumbersexual farmer will stand in her way.

They’re adversaries. They want entirely different things from life. Too bad their sexual chemistry is as hot as Audrey’s top secret enchilada sauce, and then some.

Loved!!!

This story was sweet, lighthearted and sexy! The characters were funny and sassy, just like I like 'em! Each character brought something different to the table and I greatly enjoyed them all. All I could do was wonder who would be in which following book! I want to know everyone's story now!

I enjoyed the dynamic of their relationship as well as the electric chemistry between Griff and Audrey. 

Griff!!!

Griff is a sexy lumberjack farmer. Need I say more??

This story gave off a very close family-bond vibe. I felt very much at home. Families gather around the table with food and chatter, theirs did like mine does. I loved it!

And food!! There is so much talk of food, produce, cooking... I was in heaven!

A very cute book and great beginning to a new series. I can't wait for more!!

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Six by K.I. Lynn

I had a one-night stand. It wasn’t my first, but it would be my last.

A gun to the head.

A trained killer.

A deadly conspiracy.

Kidnapped and on the run, my life and death is in the hands of a sadist captor who happens to be my one-night stand. Armed with countless weapons, money, and new identities, the man I call Six drags me around the world.

The manhunt is on and Six is the next target. Can we find out who is killing off the Cleaners before they find us?

Two down, seven to go.

When it’s all over he’ll finish the job that dropped him into my life, and end it.
Stockholm Syndrome meets bucket list, and the question of what would you do to live before you died. The questions aren’t always answered in black and . Gray becomes the norm as my morals are tested.

Death is a tragedy, and I’ll do anything to stay alive.

Are you ready for the last ride of your life? Six has a gun to your head—what would you do?

This isn’t a love story.

It’s a death story.

**Due to the dark and explicit nature of this book, it is recommended for mature audiences only as some scenes may be particularly disturbing.**

I was a bit torn reading this book. 
I made notes along the way at both 23% and 68%. 

The first was not as good as the last.

The premise was awesome, the action was there. 
There was a whole Jason Bourne gone crazy feel going on.

Six is a gorgeous, dirty talking sex god, killer!

BUT, 
I found Paisley to be very blasé in the overall kidnapping thing. 

There wasn't enough believability in regards to Stockholm Syndrome. Her connection and attraction happened too quickly.

She liked his cock, she was horny... so what if he held a gun to her head and told her he was going to kill her point blank as he banged her!? Right? Right?!??

Just because she said to herself "what's wrong with me that I'm enjoying this" didn't make me feel it.

She was quirky and sarcastic, and I get the nervous talking while you're scared bit... but I just didn't feel it. I didn't feel her.

My note at 68% was that now things had picked up. 

I got into the action.

Now I felt their connection. 

This is where the first thoughts of feelings and attachment should have been spoken about, not so early in the beginning.

In my opinion, of course.

In the end I enjoyed where the story went. The mystery and action of it all. It was pretty touch and go for me in the beginning with the insta-connection, but I'm glad I kept with it. 

Dirty Angel by Barbara Elsborg

Dying Sucks

Particularly when you discover there really is a hell. Aden thinks there’s no way he can avoid going down, but when an angel and demon can’t agree over his fate, Aden is given one more month to gain redemption. He doubts he can find a way to become a better man in so short a time. But it’s worth a try, right?

Living sucks

Particularly when you can’t shake free of an obsessive ex. Brody might be managing to hold down his job as a vet, but his personal life is a mess. If he doesn’t pull himself together soon, he’s going to be sliding downhill too fast to stop.

One wet night, on a dark country lane, two worlds collide and destinies change forever. 

Heaven and Hell. Right and wrong. Good vs evil. Angels and demons!

I myself have wondered, have I done enough? Been good enough? 

Will I be forgiven for those I've wronged? The lies I've told? Will I be allowed in Heaven?

This book makes you think! 

It sucks you into otherworldly thoughts and possibilities. 

It makes you fall in love.

As in usual Barbara Elsborg fashion, this book is witty, the characters sarcastic, the story emotional, funny and thought provoking!

Aden's backstory broke my heart.  Over the course of the story bits and pieces of his childhood and the suffering he endured was revealed. 

It brought me to tears on many occasions. 

"Worried you'll get lost?"

"I've been lost all my life, " Aden replied quietly. 

"Not lost." Brody squeezed his fingers. 
"Just undiscovered."

Brody on the other hand has also had a rough go at life, getting wrangled into things at a young age he had no control over.

These two together are sexy as hell, but they're also extremely sweet.

 Barbara also has a gift of making even the sexiest of moments fun and funny. 

Her characters are always cheeky and sarcastic and I love that! They're very endearing.

Also, I can't not mention the animals! 

Brody is a vet and lives on a farm, so several different animals come in to play throughout the story. From emotional moments that brought me to tears to laugh out loud ones, these animals made a great addition to the story.

All in all, another fantastic read from Barbara Elsborg! 

I highly recommend you read this one!

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The One by Kristin Vayden

                        

When your best friend is also your boss, ‘great ideas’ aren’t always optional.
After all, when you run the largest fashion, gossip and trend blog in the country, you got to take risks to keep it edgy.
Believe me. This is edgy.
The idea? For one week, date every male fantasy.
The list?
The Jock
The Rock star
The Billionaire
The Stepbrother

See how they are all crossed off except one? That’s because he’s Satan.
And Scottish.
And my best friend’s stepbrother.
And there may or may not have been an incident in Jr. high that he hasn’t forgiven me for…but that’s history.
Or so I hope, because I’m at his mercy for the next week…

This was my first read from Kristin Vayden and I really enjoyed her writing. 

I'm a sucker for witty and sarcastic banter between the characters and this book had it spot on!

The dates poor Meredith went on had me laughing like crazy! 

So much for fantasies! 

Then there's Kirby! 

Oh boy, now there's one fantasy I'd like to explore! 

The Scotsman!! yum

Loved Kirby, his accent and his antics! 

I also enjoyed the walk through Scotland. I've never been, but always wanted to. 

Gave me a little glimpse. Not a whiskey drinker, but delved a bit into that as well.

This was a light, funny, sweet and very cute read. 

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Fighting Fate (The Fighting Series, #6) by J.B. Salsbury

Axelle’s broken.
I live to hold her together.

Killian McCreery only has two dreams . . .
Fight for the UFL.
And Axelle.

He’s watched her give her time and her body to men who don’t deserve to breathe her air. He’s waited, worked hard to become the kind of man she deserves, hoping one day, when the time is right, he’d get the opportunity to make her happy. After a painful anniversary, he finally gets his chance.

But life has a way of sucker-punching its victims—striking when they least expect it in the most devastating ways.

Killian loves me.
But I screwed up. Big time.

Axelle Daniels appears to be the typical college student—parties, hangovers, and men. No one knows that inside she’s a mess, and no amount of booze or meaningless relationships have managed to fill the cracks in her heart. But Killian knows. He’s been there since the night it all began and has never left her side.

When she wakes up one morning to find the consequences of her actions have caught up to her, even Killian’s white-knighthood can’t save her now.

Fate is put to the test when, for the first time in their five-year friendship, they no longer have each other to lean on. When he becomes a UFL superstar, she hardly recognizes the man he used to be. And she no longer needs him to hold her together.

With the foundation of their friendship gone, they’ll discover that even a love that is meant to be needs to be fought for and destiny is a choice

This was a great read! 
There was a certain point where I was trudging along, enjoying the story but about to update my status and call it a night. 
I happened to see a couple of reviews that said they cried like crazy! 
I thought... WTF? 
Why am I not feeling it like them? 
Why am I not crying?? 
I don't get it.

Well, Judy... 
because you hadn't turned the page yet!
OMG, did I cry!
I may have cried the last half of the book!

Killian and Axelle! 
I've been waiting for their story and I was so not disappointed. 

Axelle, we all know her story. She's had it rough in the trust and abandonment department. Her insecurities are endless. Is she worthy enough? Will this one stick around? Will he love her?

"Some of our biggest mistakes end up being our greatest blessings."

Killian is amazing. He's everything you want in a friend and lover. He's kind, considerate and thoughtful. He's gorgeous and talented, but not boastful. He's protective and he'll do absolutely everything he has to for those he loves.
He's the ultimate book boyfriend.

JB knows how to write big, tough men with a heart of gold, and that is exactly what Killian is!
This story was sweet, tender, and loving. It was funny and sexy! At the same time it kept me on my toes. There was angst, drama and the unknown. 
Will he? Won't he?

As with all the books in the Fighting Series these characters are a family. 
All for one and one for all! 
I know, wrong tag line, but still, I love the camaraderie and friendship that is ever present.
KO for sure!!

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