Received this as an ARC for my ereader...Perfect romance in an imperfect world!  Couldn't put it down!
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Finally a romance novel with REAL people and their REAL problems...I LOVED it!!  Leslie Langtry really knows how to pull the reader into the story, adding drama & romance in real-life locations.  Humor, drama and romance....what a GREAT combination!!  She showed not only character depth, but also their flaws...readers can relate to these characters and sympathize with their situations.  BRAVO!!  Will be looking for more books from Ms. Langtry!
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I loved this book! I really could not put it down. The world is constructed and the characters are developed at a steady pace throughout which made it an intriguing read from page one all the way through to the very end. My heart broke a little when I realized I had finished the book and there was no more to read! I'm hooked, can't wait to read the next one!
1201167
Such a real-life romance. Three chapters and I was converted from sic-fi geek reader to romance novel fanatic. I'm starting Trip and Fall immediately and already looking forward to Waller's next one!
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Spent my sick day reading the whole thing.
I loved that equal to the romantic relationship was the sister and niece relationship.
This book just made me happy, and the twists were fantastic (which is not easy in contemporary romance), and the END....
Perfection.
Total. Perfection.
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When it feels like the world is crumbling at your feet, sometimes it just takes one person to put all of the pieces back together.

17-year-old Hope has just graduated from high school early, but with no prospects of going to college, an ex-boyfriend who took advantage of her, and a strained relationship with her father who up and left her and her mother for a younger woman, things were not looking good for her. That all changes, however, after a chance encounter with a sexy stranger living in her father's pool house.

21-year-old Chance had everything he could ever want in the palm of his hand, but in one night he managed to destroy it all, getting himself kicked out of college, fired from his job, and disowned by his friends. Running away from his problems seemed like his only option, and now he's living with his sister and her boyfriend while fixing up their new house. Life couldn't get much worse for Chance, until he finds hope in a petite brunette who stumbles upon the pool house one day. But when Hope's father forbids him to get close to his daughter, will Chance be able to keep her at arms length, or will he fight for what could be a second chance at happiness?

I read and loved the original version of this book, Hope's Chance, but A Hope and a Chance is sheer perfection! The push and pull of this sexy forbidden romance had me pining for more as I turned each page, and I couldn't help but fall in love with Chance! Jennifer Foor has become one of my all-time favorite authors and if you haven't read any of her books, this one is a must!
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I'm absolutely in love with this book. It was perfect. What more can I possibly say that others haven't already? And at least the plot driver made sense and there was a reference to it in 'history'. This is what a good development of characters and romance should be.
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"Nina's Story: The Crimson Flowers" described the ideal society, in my opinion (well, before the arrival of the villain). A world where women are loved and revered alongside men, where love is a strong force and where spirituality is true and heartfelt. I loved Nina and Endymion, got annoyed at Anissa, REALLY annoyed with Oscuridad.... I smiled at the story, laughed, got tears in my eyes, and upon the ending I shouted: "NO!! This can't be it!! There has to be more!!" I didn't want it to end. It was exciting, dramatic and romantic all at once. I couldn't put it down! I highly recommend this book to anyone who just loves a good romance story!! Or fantasy...or whatever!! Read it!!
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Although I do not usually read fantasy romance novels, I found myself immersed in the fantastic world in which this story takes place. This book has all the elements of a good romance novel. The heroine is beautiful, the hero is brave and principled, the creatures are fanciful and the villains are - well... villainous.  The story progressed quickly and I found myself reading the last 150 pages in one sitting. I enjoyed the main love interests and their perfectly imperfect  relationship. Let's face-it; real life is messy too. If you are a fan of fantasy or romance novels, I would definitely recommend this book. Rumor has it there may be a second book in the works and you can be sure I will read that one too!
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Fairyproof caught my attention immediately and held it throughout. I enjoyed the fairy mythology and and the world that Constance creates for her characters. I also thought it was the perfect blend of action and romance. I am looking forward to reading more from this author!
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I love this author! Like the other books in the series this one is a delight to read! There is always comments on how to improve the world along with the steamy love scenes. Extremely well written!
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This is why people love romance novels!  It was well worth the wait for this paperbook after a friend's recommendation (from e-book).  I don't usually read romance, but THIS one sucked me in from the beginning with its brilliant and strong characters.  I was so immersed in the story line that I went 6 stops out of my way (on the NYC subway).  Lucky me since I had that much more time to read. Recommendation:  give yourself a night to read!
I've put this author on my watch list and look forward to her next book - hopefully at my local Barnes and Noble or indie book store.
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How often have you fantasized about being invisible? In Some Act of Vision, 16 year old Jordan and her family find out just how dangerous it is. After being exposed to an unstable gas and becoming invisible, the Walkers are on the run from government.

While the dilemma of being invisible is an interesting concept, the heart of this novel is about family relationships and trust which this author beautifully illustrates. While living mostly in isolation, Jordan realizes her role within her family and how to trust her own instincts. Her loving relationship with Ethan, her younger brother, is especially heart warming.

The budding romance between invisible Jordan and handsome Caleb (who is blind) is absolutely perfect. Calebs disability proves not-so-much-a-disability at all. Very well done, Ms. Stephens!

There is plenty of action and suspense to keep the pages turning quickly as Jordan and her family fight to stay alive and to see each other again.
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This book came highly recommended, and it was exactly as I'd been promised! Alternate universe? Check. Independent heroine? Check. Accidental spies? Check. Masked bandits? Check. I read it in less than 24 hours and loved every page of it. And though there was an entirely satisfying ending, I would love to read more about Verity and the mechanics! (And Henry. I like Henry.)
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In a society where women are worthless, Serena knows that any wrong move could destroy her life. Burdened by her father's actions to sell her off to the highest bidder, she knows her freedom is going to get even more compromised.  But, when her ownership is transferred to the hands of a barbaric Envadi, she discovers a whole new world; a world where woman don't have to follow a certain set of guidelines and where they can be free.

This book was fantastic! It was really difficult to put down.

The world-building was great! The society was crafted masterfully and brilliantly. I could actually start feeling myself (as a female) as suppressed and restricted as Serena felt. I was sucked into the story immediately and found it difficult to put down.

I loved the way the author created the characters. Serena is the protagonist, and she's an outspoken, independent woman. Problem is, with the amount of magic in her blood, she's too valuable; and so, her father wants to sell her off to the highest bidder. The way Serena reacted to everything life threw at her was completely reasonable and relatable.

"What do I really want? I don't know, but not this. Something different. Something that won't require me to constantly submit myself to another's will."

Something that I really enjoyed about this book was the contrast between the Chardonian people and the Envadi. While the Chardonian people are a sexist society that subjects women to corporal punishment if they don't behave, the Envadi are a people who believe that everyone has rights and treat women as individuals.

I liked the Tarnished concept as well, because it kept up with the magical aspect of this story, and it really did represent a threat to Serena, as well as every other woman in that society.

This book really engrossed me with the romance. It was slow building, but steady and without a doubt, swoon-worthy.

I loved Zade so much! He was hilarious, awkward and completely honest and I loved everything about him!

This story was amazing and completely unputdownable. I can't wait to see what happens in the rest of the books!

I could keep mentioning everything I liked about this book, but I'd just waste your time. Just, please, read this book, like immediately.

Rating: 5 stars
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Life After E.L.E. provided all the elements to keep me interested throughout December. My evenings were filled with action, suspense, and romance.

A discovery that threatened Earth, forced Eve, along with many others, to live their lives inside a cave. However, leaving the cave was permitted, but anyone who dared to venture off into the snow-covered Earth, had to make it back before sunset--being late was not an option. The gates would close, and freezing to death, or being the main course to a wild beast, was inevitable!

Besides feeling uncomfortable about the passionate moments shared between Eve and her love interest, a little redundancy with Eves thoughts, and more telling than showing, this is a GREAT story. JC Morrows has crafted an intriguing and fast-paced read, along with likable/well-crafted characters, and an apocalyptic world that holds a secret waiting to be unveiled.

Cant wait for book two!

P.S. Thanks, Kara, for gifting me this great book! :)
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"Gravitation is not responsible for people falling in love."- Albert Einstein

Ruth Coleman George or Cole has lived all her life on the ground with her aunts Ida and Vivian. when a cruiser crashes near their farm, she meets and rescues Ava Wayne, a commercial pilot. while getting used to her new surroundings, Ava witnesses an attack on Cole. Ava takes her immediately to the Cloud City of Easton for emergency surgery where Cole later encounters Dr. Audrey Jameson. the meeting of these three women from two different worlds triggers a series of events that will change their lives forever...

the futuristic world that author Missouri Vaun has brought to life is as interesting as it is plausible. the sci-fi aspect, though, is not hard-core which makes for easy reading and understanding of the technology prevalent in the cloud cities. this element served as a backdrop only which was good because the focus was really on the dynamics of the characters especially Cole, Ava and Audrey - whether they were interacting on the ground or above the clouds.

from the first page to the last, the writing was just perfect. Cole's insights shine with intelligence no matter how simple her perspectives are. Ava and Audrey's ruminations speak to everyone who has ever fallen in love or is in the process of doing so. another thing i found interesting was the speech made by Meredith, an anarchist. it was brilliant, powerful and intense.

aside from the romantic angle, i also loved how the author explored themes of contrast throughout the book - natural versus synthetic, flight or fight, solitude or companionship, love or lust, instant gratification or long-time commitment, tradition versus progress, the masses versus the elite, etc . in light of this, even details - no matter how minor - like colors, lighting, clothing, food, beverages, transportation, textures, crowds and nature are highlighted and given significance.

All Things Rise was a surprise read for me. when i received an advanced copy from the publisher, i thought it was an mm sci-fi romance but it was exactly the opposite. it was about women loving other women.

this lesbian romance novel was a first for me. i never imagined i would enjoy and like it so much. it went beyond my expectations and i found it informative and enlightening as well.

sometimes mistakes can be good.

Disclosure of Material Connection: i received a copy for review. i did not receive any payment in exchange for this review nor was i obligated to write a positive one. all opinions expressed here are entirely my own and may not necessarily agree with those of the author, the book's publisher and publicist or the readers of this review. this disclosure is in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255, Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. (less)
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Thrilling and complex. Exactly the type of romance novel I've been searching for, but, until now, have never found. I couldn't wait to get home, pour a glass of wine, and devour this novel at the end of my work day. Also loved being able to travel the world with the turn of each page. This wasn't just another mindless romance, but it also wasn't a strenuous read-- it's perfectly balanced. The characters were complex, and real, and the plot was just deep enough to keep my attention but not make me think too much ;) Who wants to do that at the end of a work day? I'm already eagerly anticipating the next release from Ms. Starke.