5 it-is-not-just-a-hook-up stars!
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When I read the description of this book I thought it would be another typical novel on the subject. I totally don't mind. It's obvious that I'm a fan of sport romance books but did not expect that.

I thought - Drew Baylor - quarterback, player, not do relationships, not involved - and yeah just the same as she - Anna Jones - simple girl, who falls in love with popular naughty boy. Stereotypes. But see is quite the opposite. Drew is a perfect book boyfriend, and he fall in love in this girl from the first page. He wants everything and there was never a problem for him. But no, it is not that easy and beautiful, because a doubt, stereotyped thinking and lack of confidence - Say hi to Anna.

For her its just a hook up but Drew wants more.

I want to say that this book does not follow the scheme. Is well written, building tension, emotions, feelings and a really hot scenes. Is not only about love, also about the difficulties of being an athlete.

When I finish reading book and want more I know I fell in love in this. So I look forward to the second part, and I hope that Anna and Drew will have their part in it. I want to know Glamour Gray story :D Hurry up, I'm waiting Kristen! And I so very glad that the cover has been changed. Its not like Drew look, and can not imagine in any eyes he can look that way. Its a disaster and deterred from reading.

So for me 5 it-is-not-just-a-hook-up stars! And just love it!
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4.5 Stars
~Reviewed by FRANCESCA & posted at Under the Covers Book Blog

Meet Trevor Shay.  Well, weve met him already in previous books and I personally was anxious to read his book because I could tell there would be some crazy sparks that would fly between him and Haven. Trevor just became my favorite book boyfriend in this series right after Tyler Anderson.  He is hot, sweet and just perfect.

One thing I was surprised by with this book was the relationship between Trevor and Haven.  She always had a crush on him since college and he couldn't have looked at her twice back then.  The daughter of his dorm parents though, they always had a close relationship.  But when Havens mother manages to put them in a situation of really close proximity, and just as I was expecting, sparks start flying!  They get along great right from the start when I thought they would be more at each others throats.  And I loved that!

I also loved Haven.  Her easy going attitude, she doesnt take herself too seriously when is not necessary, shes playful, shes caring, shes independent.  She was pretty much the perfect heroine for the perfect hero.  Did I say perfect enough? But she really is a cool chick, that immediately warms you up to her.

Another great thing about this book is the interrelations with friends.  All of our favorite characters, almost, are back.  With Trevor playing for two teams we have access to the Rileys again and their women, as well as some of Trevors best friends from college and their girls.  Haven fits right in with them and that feeling of friendship and family that I love is strong in this book.

But what can I say other than I devoured this book in one sitting?  Prepare to swoon, drool and sweat.  STRADDLING THE LINE is romantic and tender, funny, but also spicy and very sexy.  Jaci Burton once again with a winner.  Not sure if in Trevors case it should be a home run or a touchdown.  ;)
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Getting involved with him wasn't going to happen. It wasn't in the cards. It wasn't part of anyones plan. Now was the time to focus on her career and getting settled, not on sexy rock stars.

One More Kiss by Samantha Chase is the opening installment in Samanthas new Band on the Run adult contemporary romance series, which features familiar characters from her Shaughnessy Brothers series. It was a must-read for me as Ive thoroughly enjoyed every one of her Shaughnessy books. The hero was first introduced in This is our Song (Shaughnessy Brothers #4), but you don't not need to have read that book to fully enjoy this one.

One More Kiss is the slow-building second chance at love story of sexy superstar guitarist Matt Reed and food blogger Vivienne Forrester. The story is told from the main characters dual third person perspectives. Vivienne is the little sister of Aaron, Matts best friend. She is also an accomplished and independent woman who has had a crush on Matt for a long while. Two years ago, Vivienne had finally gathered the nerve to do something about her crush. She managed to finagle getting backstage after one of Matts concerts and the two of them had shared an unexpected but totally amazing kiss. Then, Matt was immediately and unceremoniously whisked from her life without a word or backwards glance. Fast forward two years to where Vivienne has her life in order. She is moving into a cottage on her brothers property which has been perfectly designed for her. With all her plans clicking into place, Vivienne is shocked to find Matt, the man she had shared that unforgettable kiss with, suddenly and without warning, residing in her brothers home.

After taking an ill-advised shot at Broadway which flat-out flopped, Matt is burned-out, disillusioned and tormented by self-doubt. With the press relentlessly hounding him, Matt desperately needs to disappear for a while to work through his issues. When his best friend offers Matt the use of his secluded home while Matt takes a break from the Shaughnessy rock group he cofounded, Matt jumps at the opportunity. But, he finds that hes not completely alone as he expected, as his brothers sister is his close neighbor. Their interactions are rocky  for reasons that Matt doesnt understand - until Matt offers to be her guinea pig and taste test her recipes.

These two are complete opposites but, when they finally came together, their chemistry was a spectacular fireworks display! I just wish there hadnt been as many internal conflicts for each of them to work through burdening their romantic tale.

Riley and Savannah Shaughnessy (This is our Song) play supporting roles as well as several members of the band who are also struggling with their own problems. As a fan of Samanthas books, I enjoyed the chance to catch up with them all.

Following please find a few of my favorite quotes from One More Kiss:

Trust me. I know what I want, and its right in front of me.
Her eyes went wide as she softly gasped.
And then he pressed against her fully and kissed her.
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Matt?
Hmm?
Kiss me.
He leaned in and rested his forehead against hers. Sweetheart, I thought youd never ask.
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Surround yourself with things that make you smile.
He reached up and caressed her cheek. You make me smile

After all was said and done, I enjoyed One More Kiss. That said, I found it to be a disappointingly sluggish read until the romance kicked into gear about three-fourths through. Up until then, the main characters were mostly tackling and working through each of their own rather large and looming personal issues. Thankfully, Chase finally broke the stalemate and, from there, their story was great featuring a heartwarming look at falling in love.

My full review is posted at Reading between the Wines Book Club. Please check it out there!
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If I had to find three words to describe Sugar Daddy, it would be riveting, thrilling and sexy.  Sawyer Bennett is an auto-buy for me, I love her stories, but this book is definitely my favorite by her. The writing, the storytelling, the pace were flawless. This book was intense and utterly addictive, but beware of the cliffhanger!

Sela Halstead was gang raped at the age of 16. She has always refused to let her trauma define her life, and has been trying to move on. But when she sees wealthy playboy entrepreneur Jonathon Townsend, JT, on TV, she recognizes him as one of her rapists. Back at square one, Sela has only one goal: make him pay and identify the other rapists.

Despite all her seduction efforts, getting close to JT is no easy feat. As the co-owner of the mega-successful Sugar Bowl website, connecting Sugar Daddies with Sugar Babies, there are enough willing victims of his rough sexual proclivities. And Sela is definitely not his type.

But Beck North, the charming, sophisticated and equally wealthy co-founder of the Sugar Bowl might be the solution to her problem. Beck is not a commitment kind of guy, but after one night with Sela, he is fascinated by her and wants more, for the first time in his life. He offers to sign a sugar agreement, pay for her college debts and let her move in to his penthouse condo for a period of one month. Sela seizes this unique opportunity to get close to her rapist, Beck being JTs childhood friend and business partner.

Beck knows JT has gotten out of control, and wants to buy him out of their business. Very different from his friend, he is an engaging character, easygoing and honest yet enigmatic.

I loved how the author described the evolution of Sela and Becks connection as the story unfolded. It was realistic, tender, heartfelt and sexy as hell. But at the same time, I had a sense of dread in the back of my mind!

Sela is conflicted, she knows that using Beck as a pawn is a huge mistake, yet she doesnt want her personal feelings for him to get in the way of her final goal. Can Beck forgive her for lying to him, trust and honesty being so important to him?
I didn't want this book to end Needless to say Im hooked and dying to read the next book, Sugar Rush. I highly recommend this fantastic start to a new series!

I received a copy of this book, courtesy of the publisher , via NetGalley, in exchange for my honest review.
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AAAHHHH!! I LOVED IT!!  I loved it so much, I almost don't know what to sayhow do you put something so incredibly awesome into words??  Yes, it is THAT awesome! In this modern-day romance, reporter Chloe Lochlan teams up with politician Knox Hamilton to form the ultimate marriage of convenience. And boy, is it ever convenient! He needs a wife to bump his poll numbers, she needs a story- the kind of story she could only get with inside access. When Knox first approaches Chloe, she is hesitant, but the marriage idea isn't so bad.  They have a past together, and the flames are quickly rekindled- or perhaps they never really burnt out. Either way, their reunion is HAWT!

I love Ms. Ballances casual and contemporary writing style. It felt like I was chatting with my bestie! This book has it all- great character interaction, steamy sex scenes, witty one-liners, and an interesting plot. A fun twist on the classic marriage-of-convenience story.  And did I mention the steamy sex scenes?? OMG, soooo hot!! This one is definitely a keeper!

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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Theres nothing like picking up a book by one of your favorite authors. So, when I saw I was approved for this ARC I screamed (naturally) and downloaded it to my kindle. Once Four Letter Word was on my kindle, it was game over. I didn't care that I had homework to be done. I was reading this book. Its been one of my most anticipated reads of the year.

AND I AM SO HAPPY TO SAY IT DOESNT DISAPPOINT!

Four Letter Word is one of my favorite J. Daniels books to date (When I Fall is still my favorite, but thats because it has Reed and were in love). Brian Savage, though, gave my man a run for his money. Hes just such a sweet and caring guy, who also has a dirty talking mouth. My favorite kind of hero.

The story starts out with Sydneys, the heroine, world getting turned upside down. So, what does she do? Drive to her BFFs house, to start the next chapter of her life. And what better way to start that next chapter than to call up the man who broke your BFFs heart. Which is what Sydney does, going off on the guy, letting out all of her anger on this guy.

Except, she dialed the wrong number.

Sydney going off on the wrong guy might not seem like a strong foundation to a friendship or relationship, but it is. The two text and talk on the phone, everyday, but Brian (who was the guy behind the wrong number) is scared to meet. See, Brian does something (trying to avoid spoilers) that makes him hesitant to meet Sydney in person. Even if its all he wants to do.

Dont worry, obviously these two do end up meeting, and they are so cute together! Brian is completely  swoony. Hes so romantic, in a very Brian way, but hes just so sweet on Sydney and doesnt want to play games.

And Sydney! Shes such a strong and a resilient character. Shes learning to find herself again in this new chapter shes living and shes discovering the life she was living for years wasn't for her. Shes finding her voice again.

Not only are Brian and Sydney compelling, fleshed out characters, but the supporting characters are great too! My favorite thing to read about in books are closet knit friends/family that are heavily present in the story. The friendships Sydney and Brian both have will warm your heart and make you laugh. Even Jamie, who will grow on you like a fungus until you cant help but love him.

And speaking of Jamie, I LOVE HIM (I know I just said something about fungus and him, but still). Hes a big personality that doesnt apologize for who he is and I cant wait for his story. ITS GOING TO BE SO MUCH FUUUUN!

If you cant tell, I love this book!! Its everything I love about J. Daniels writing but it also has a different voice than her other books. Four Letter Word is truly some of her best work yet.
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There were points throughout Say the Word that it felt like 5 stars for me, but ultimately some things fell short for me. That being said, this is definitely not a book where I'd be confused when I see dozens of fawning, five star reviews. I can see Say the Word being a favorite for many, so definitely give it a read!

Lux (love that name-sorry future child of mine, hope you can handle the weird stares you'll be getting at role call in school) is a poor girl from Georgia with absentee parents (seriously where the hell are her parents?!) and an amazing twin brother, Jamie. Her focus is to make it through day-to-day doing all she can to help pay her brother's medical bills from his battle with cancer, and feed herself the bare minimum. Yet one fateful day a walk home from school leaves her drenched and furious at the boy who sped by, dousing her in puddle water. Sebastian Covington, also adorably known as Bash *swoon*, is the son of a state senator and leads a life different from Lux in just about every way possible. But as different as they may be, their love for each other quickly becomes undeniable, as they embark on one of the cutest teenage love stories I've read about in a while (though you only get bits of their past). As strong as their love is for each other, Lux is unable to stop them from being torn apart. Fast forward seven years later and Lux has long abandoned her Georgia life, trading it all in for louboutins and her hated job at a fashion magazine in NYC. While she is undeniably different on the outside, she's never been able to let go of her love for Bash or the pain she knows she caused him. When they cross paths yet again, Lux struggles between letting the past stay in the past, and trying to bring him back to her. All the while, she's picking up some Nancy Drew tendencies, trying to figure out where her young friend, an immigrant girl, disappeared to.

This story alternates between Lux's teenage years in Georgia and her present years in NYC. I much preferred the story of her Georgia life, and would have loved if it could have been made the first book in a sequel instead. Jamie, her twin brother, is just about one of my favorite characters I've read of in a while. His bits in the story made me smile, then cry, and always wishing I could have him in my life. Bash as a teenager is also absolutely adorable-I loved his attitude and the way he thought. He manages to be a bit corny with it just coming across as sincere and butterfly inducing. The characters in Lux's adult life, Fae and Simon, are just as likable. One thing this story really does have going for it is likable characters. Honestly, all the characters you're supposed to like, I genuinely did, Lux included.

The one big downside I found in this story, that probably stopped me from being sure it's 5 stars, is that it is very, very wordy and descriptive. Johnson no doubt has some amazing writing skills; nothing came across as corny or awkward in the dialogue, and she is able to paint a very clear picture of every situation. Yet sometimes I wish she had reeled in her incredible ability for descriptive writing. There were many times where it was just too much, and made the story drag a bit. This often had me going from loving the story, and being so excited to see what was about to happen, to the story then hitting a lull and being a bit slow to get through. Even so, the storyline, while a bit predictable, is enjoyable, and I'm happy I finally read it!
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4.5 stars!

"It's okay to rewrite your happily ever after, Everly. Sometimes the right guy is the one you never see coming."

I had a grin on my face from the first word to the last while reading this book. Right was a light-hearted, sexy, sweet read packed with so much humor that it hadme laughing-out-loud with tears streaming down myface.

We first meet Everly in Wrong. She has had a crush on her brother's best-friend, Finn, for years. Finally, they are both single and she feels this is the perfect time for them to explore the connection that has been growing over the years. The connection that apparently only she feels. She doesn't want to talk about the fact that she is a borderline stalker. She knows Finn is meant for her and she is willing to do anything to get him.

Everly's plan - the one where she gets a ride back to school with Finn and he finally sees her as more than just his brother's little sister - has been hijacked when she finds herself in a car headed back to Philadelphia with a man she literally just met. He is driving her crazy by putting a kink in her plan yet she has no idea why he is getting under her skin. There's no denying that he's hot, sexy, and interested but she doesn't want him. She wants Finn. She has always wanted Finn. Nothing's changed, right?

OMG I loved this book! I was so excited to get my hands on Everly's story and it definitely did not disappoint. The characters, the banter, the story, the surprises, everything was great.

Everly is sassy, stubborn, and loudmouthed but also sweet and loyal. She is totally over-the-top yet so entertaining. I loved that she finally met her match. Sawyer was confident, intense, sweet, and just as hilarious. He challenged her and accepted her for who she is and I loved that he wanted the real Everly, faults and all.

"Usually people are trying to rein me in, not encourage me, but I don't think Sawyer would. I think instead of wanting me to tone it down, hed look forward to what Id throw at him next."

Everly and Sawyer are absolutely hilarious together. The back and forth is epic and what starts as mostly semi-hostile interactions turns into all out fun with characters like them. I loved the fact that Everlycan't believe Sawyerwould do the things he did when she would totally do them herself and it had me cracking up the whole way through. The things he did were even better than what she could have come up with in my opinion.

For the first three-fourths of the story I was wrapped up in the bubble of humor, heart, and sweet moments along with Everly. I knew the drama was coming and I dreaded it with every turn of the page. When the twist revealed it's ugly head, it's a shocker and thankfully it isn't dragged out for long. The resolution was quick and maybe even a bit too easy but I liked it nonetheless.

Though the story is written in Everly's POV, I loved that we got a little bit of Sawyer's POV in the epilogue and it made me warm and fuzzy inside. Overall, a fantastic addition to the Wrong series.

I can edit the vision I had for my future, for our future. Just as long as you're in it.
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Wow! This is a very refreshing read. Insanely hilarious and sexy as hell. I really, really loved this book. Another one to add into my favorite list.

Beautiful Broken Rules is a story about finding love at the most unexpected time but with the right person. It's about taking the risks and conquering your fears and doubts about the "L" word and being brave in embracing its real beauty and meaning. When Emerson or "Em" popularly known as the "school slut" met Jaxon Riley or "Jax" the gorgeous new guy with a rock-hard body to die for, she knew she was in trouble. Their first meeting really cracked me up because it was really awkward especially for Em, doing her walk of shame from the Frat house after hooking up with a guy then Jax saw her with less clothing as I may add. That was a kick-@^$ first impression by the way that made me laughing so loud. Instant attraction was there but I'm glad that the author didn't let them jump into each other right away but allow them to be friends first. I've witnessed how their relationship slowly blossomed into something beyond friendship and I was so thrilled for them. They really have a wonderful chemistry but knowing that Em has her 3 dating rules, known by every guy....

1.) Never sleep with someone that a friend has feelings for,
2.)Never sleep with someone who is in a known relationship and finally,
3.)Never sleep with someone more than three times...

Em fought hard to keep her feelings to Jax to herself because being more than friends with him is a bad idea knowing that it could ruin the friendship not just between her and Jax but also with Cole, Quinn and even Jace - Jax's identical twin brother. Aside from that, Em has a major reason why she's not into relationships and it has something to do with what happened to her in the past. But Jax just couldn't take no for an answer and he's willing to grab any part of Em's complicated life just to be a part of it.

I really, really loved Jax. Damn! He's so effin' hawt and aside from that he's so thoughtful, sweet, caring, attentive, over-bearing and passionate. Em is a likeable character too. She might be hiding under this "slut" facade but she's a very loving and protective sister to Quinn, a very loyal friend, smart and sassy. I might not like some things that she did in her past but seeing how she morphed into someone courageous to fall in love and fight for it , made me admire her more.

"You're my heart. You don't walk away from your heart," he whispered in my ear."... Jax

I loved how the author narrated the story. The witty banters are just fabulous with wonderful characters and flawless story line. The author did an amazing job here, perfectly mixing humor, angst, sex and romance into the story. This is a very entertaining and captivating read from start to finish.

If you need something that would make you laugh, swoon, frustrated, angry, squirm and make your stomach twists in knots (a little), then this is the perfect book for you.

Highly recommended!
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I read Not About Love right after This Love, and while it's not a prerequisite, I'm glad I did.  And I LOVED this story from beginning to the end!  Ally has been burned in love so deeply, that she refuses to get attached.  Boyd has also gotten pretty burned, so he won't even go back for seconds.  But when these two meet & have a hook up, it leads to all kinds of fun.  Ally is my favorite, as she's a successful, independent female who doesn't need a man to be happy.  And while Boyd was so hot, he had me spitting mad more than once.  But these two together?  Absolute perfection with the fiery flames of sexy times that will scorch everything in their path.  I have loved Hilaria Alexander's talented writing style since the first book that I read by her, but Not About Love showcased a brilliant writing style.  And the twists in this one made the f-bombs dropping extremely loud, as my emotions were involved big time.  I couldn't get enough of this one, and seriously need more of Boyd & Ally, so I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL!
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if it was possible to score more than five stars this book would score the highest possible! The name Abbi Glines pretty much guarantees a novel filled with romantic angst and steamy broody guy  all wrapped up in a book about forbidden love! the story of Blair and Rush is nerve tingling and addicting that you cannot.stop.reading! Blair is the sweet innocent girl and Rush in the bad boy with issues and when their worlds collide you feel the attraction and pull and you just know the road to end up together will not be an easy one. I loved this book! i found myself with all kinds of theories about the secret Rush is keeping from Blair and I did not see the real reason coming. I cannot wait until the 2nd in the series to find out the rest of this amazing story!
Abbi Glines just hit another one out of the park!!
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Solid (The Twin Due #2.5) by Jettie Woodruff
Paxton and Gabriella continued
MEDICAL STIRRUPS, WHO KNEW

So, I wasn't expecting this!  I wasn't even aware that Jettie was writing it!  Wow, what an enjoyable surprise.  This is the continuation of Pax and Gabby's messed up life after amnesia.  Lies, Truths, and some steamy freaky sex scenes.  I loved it!  It's a quick read that only took me about two hours to read but is packed with so much angst and chaos!

Paxton is still kind of a jerk, but he still owns my heart.  What can I say... I love the bad guy that's sometimes good!  I know he's been dreadful in the past with the "old" Gabby, but this new guy, the guy who's actually in love with his wife is melting what panties I have left from reading the first two books.  He still says stuff that makes me cringe, but I do believe he's sincere in his quest to find solid ground with Gabby.  He even made me laugh a time or two!

Gabriella is so damn cute.  I love this woman with my whole heart!  I am a "Gabriella Junkie." She's still struggling with her past, her strange visions, and trying to make heads or tales of what they are and how they fit into her new life post-amnesia.  She's still the best Mom evah, and if I do say so myself, the best damn wife a man could ever ask for.  I love how she handles Pax now-a-days.  He may not think she's "handling" him, but girls... we know better...

Mi, the doctor friend is still as quirky as ever.  I'm sad that she may be leaving, but I'm sure one way or another her Gabs will keep in touch no matter what.  The kids are adorable and funny.  I miss those days when my kids weren't afraid to speak their minds and be so damn cute while doing it.

So, this is a beautiful, short little novella on how Pax and Gabby are getting long after the confusion and bedlam we learned in Suit and Slut.  It's very compelling and the characters are still very likable and realistic.  The dialogue flows very nicely and feels incredibly natural.  The pacing is ideal, quick actually, and the tension created throughout is perfect.

5 STARS
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Without a doubt, this is one of the sexiest, hottest, steamiest books I've read in quite some time! I loved Remy, but holy cannoli, GREYSON. First of all- I'm obsessed with that name. And she calls him Grey sometimes for short! *swoooooon*

We first met Melanie in Real, as she is Brooke's best friend. I liked Melanie instantly. She is fun, flirtatious, and loyal. She is a good friend to Brooke and even though Brooke is not as available in this book, they are still there for one another. I love that Mel is a hopeless romantic. She's looking for her one, her REAL. The night she meets Greyson, she catches him looking at her like Remy does Brooke- like she's the only one in existence. After their night together, Mel foolishly believes he could be her Prince Charming. However, Greyson's life is complicated with a capital C. He has a dangerous job- one that he can't be honest with Melanie about- and his job would undoubtedly put her in the line of fire. He's had his eye on Mel for some time now, but knows he needs to stay away until his task is complete. Once he's had a taste for her, he's a total goner. He becomes possessive, yet distant. He constantly tries to warn her off by telling her that he isn't the guy for her.

My heart ached for Mel. She puts on a faade for her everyone, especially her parents, leading them to believe she's happy. After a close call at birth, she doesn't want to seem ungrateful by showing her misery because life is short and it is a gift. Greyson's dismissal hurts her deeply and I hated that she felt rejected. Greyson is the first guy in a long time that she doesn't want to use and drop. He made her feel alive and she really thought that he saw something in her- something worth having and keeping.

Greyson will do anything to protect Melanie, but has to finish his job and come clean to her if he wants to have any kind of future with her. Secrecy and betrayal are bubbling beneath the surface of their relationship and threaten everything between them.

There are so many deliciously sexy scenes in this book. Greyson is intense and has a very commanding presence. When he and Mel are together, there's this desperation and raw need between them that just fuels the fire between them.

Pandora, Mel's friend and coworker, plays an interesting role in the novel. I like that she watches out for Melanie, even when it can sometimes feel like overkill. Pandora has been hurt by love in the past and I am really curious to find out who it was that hurt her and made her so jaded.

Overall, I really enjoyed Rogue and I liked seeing Greyson and Melanie open up to one another and become that person the other desperately needs.
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Pierce & Ruby's story was a 5++ read for me!  It's my first read from this author, and I was granted an advanced copy.  I was only a few chapters in when the book released, and I already loved it so much I purchased a copy AND pre-ordered the next one in this series, AND put the others on my wishlist to purchase.  Seriously, loved it THAT MUCH from the first few chapters!

This story has it all - insta-love (but not insta-bom-chicka-wow-wow, thank  you!), humor, heart, and a storyline that kept me turning pages.  It also does a great job of introducing characters from the rest of the series at the same time catching up those who have read those stories.  There are twists & OMH moments.  And even w/o the insta-sexy times, it's a good amount of steamy!

Definite recommendation & re-read shelf for me!  : )
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Every single time I sit down to write a review for one of Kate Canterbary's stories, my mind goes blank. The words are there, but the ability to adequately put them into sentences leaves me. Does this seem a little dramatic? Maybe. I just don't know how else to describe my strong feelings regarding why EVERYONE should read EVERYTHING she has ever written.

Fresh Catch is one of those stories. Book number ten for Ms. Canterbary, this complete M/M standalone takes you away from the world of Boston and architects and into Talbott's Cove. The writing, once again, pulls us into the setting as if we are sitting on the docks, watching the story unfold.

Cole McClish, of Silicon Valley fame and fortune, literally crashes into this Maine town and into the life of the lonely, grumpy, lobster boat captain Owen Bartlett. This adventure starts as an escape for Cole, and a gesture of goodwill from Owen. Cole needs to hide, Owen could use some company and a deckhand. As the summer days come and go, we watch these two roommates grow into so much more than either one of them thought they wanted or needed.

I love so many things about this story. I love how grumpy and growly Owen can be, especially when hes avoiding his feelings. I love how awkward Cole is, despite being a tech genius who stays in the limelight. As their relationship evolved, I couldn't help but get warm and fuzzy feelings because they were just so freakin cute. Little Prince- I swooned so hard every single time that was said. When the time came for more than cute (and by more than cute, I mean raw and gritty sexy times that will make you cross and uncross your legs a few times), the chemistry was explosive. I love how Cole tried to bring Owen into the digital age, but even more that Owen would be happy sitting on the porch reading a physical book. I love Talbotts Cove and the people we meet there.

This story isn't super angsty or dramatic, it just makes you feel good. If you are a Kate Canterbary fan, you are going to love this new world she has created. If you are a M/M fan, you won't be able to tell that this is her first in the genre- her attention to detail is phenomenal. If you have never read M/M, I believe this is a fantastic starting point. If you have never read Kate Canterbary, welcome and be prepared to binge.
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4.5 Stars for this amazing read.

#DirtyGentleman had me swooning. My goodness Derek is one of my new #bookboyfriends.

Laney is need of escaping a wedding and her ex...he chases after Derek and things start to heat up fairly quickly. Although both from different worlds things, they find out maybe not so different after all. Turns out the both attend the same college and live on the same city.

This story is a love story filled with angst, and hot steamy scenes. This story grabbed me form the beginning and carried me through to the very last world. Can 2 people from different background come together to find true love or are they just to different? You have to grab this book to find out.

The writing is exceptional and the author did a great job in pulling out the emotions like you are right there with the characters and after I read this I just really really wanted a real kiss from my hubby!!

I volunteered to review an Advance Reader Copy of this book for Rockstar Book Muse
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Scandalous was freaking AMAZING and I absolutely LOVED Trent and Edie's story! L.J. Shen is definitely the Queen of contemporary romance and writing dark, sexy, and swoon-worthy a**hole heroes that you hate to love, but ultimately fall head over heels in love with all the same. I am such a huge fan of her writing style and the amazing and addicting storylines and characters she creates, and I am so happy that I discovered her books earlier this year. I have completely fallen in love with the entire Sinners of Saint series, and Scandalous has been my favorite installment so far!

Trent and Edie were amazing and I was immediately sucked into their story from the very beginning. They had me captivated from page one and I honestly couldn't get enough of them and their story. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time and was constantly surprised by everything that happened, especially towards the end. Trent and Edie were flawed and broken characters, but I absolutely loved them. I loved their personalities and chemistry together, and how their story and relationship progressed throughout. They were definitely enemies-to-lovers and I enjoyed every minute of it. I loved reading the book from both Trent and Edie's POV, and I immensely enjoyed their banter and interactions with each other. Their story was everything I could have hoped for and more, and although there were plenty of frustrating and up and down moments throughout, every single thing was completely worth it in the end. Trent and Edie's relationship was a bit scandalous since there was a fifteen year age difference between them, but it didn't bother me at all. In fact, I love to read forbidden romances and this was one of my favorites. Trent was 33 and Edie was 18, but he wasn't a pervert and she was very mature for her age. They were a perfect match for each other and I was rooting for them from the start. The last few chapters of Scandalous, especially the epilogue, were my absolute favorite and I couldn't have been more ecstatic with the conclusion to Trent and Edie's story.

Most of the secondary characters were amazing, with the exception of two (you'll know who they are when you read it). I loved that all of the HotHoles and their significant others made a few appearances, although I would have loved to have seen even more of them. I also loved the addition of Luna and Theo to the story. They were awesome and I enjoyed them both very much. I have fallen in love with Vicious, Jaime, and Dean, but Tent is by far my absolute favorite HotHole.

Scandalous was sexy, swoon-worthy, intriguing, and one of my TOP FAVORITE reads of the year! I absolutely loved the storyline and characters L.J. Shen created and was extremely happy with the conclusion to Trent and Edie's story. L.J. Shen is a freaking literary genius and I am completely addicted to her writing style and books. If you haven't read any of them yet, especially the Sinners of Saint series, you need to do so ASAP!

ARC received in exchange for an honest review.