Monday, November 26, 2012

~TANYA'S 4.5 STAR REVIEW FOR SWEAT EQUITY BY LIZ CROWE~

Sweat EquitySweat Equity by Liz Crowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.5 stars!! Okay so I feel like I need to say what is said to you when you get ready to ride a roller coaster...Ladies and Gentlemen please fasten your seat belts and keep your arms and legs inside the car at all times and enjoy your ride...well you get the point LOL! Ms. Crowe can certainly write it all over the place and it IS NOT a bad thing. The drama, the dysfunction, the angst, the turmoil, the sex, the intense desire, the awkwardness etc etc etc.
Jack and Sara are two people so very much alike yet extremely stubborn and do not communicate very well at all. They will take you on a ride of highs and lows. Yes, I wanted to choke him, then I wanted to choke her, then I was like ah hell I want to friggin choke both of them! gaaahhhh they drove me nuts!!

She grabbed the hair dryer and ignored the growing ache in her chest–the spot she’d come to call Jack’s place. He alone had the ability to fill it with joy and ecstasy one moment, fury and frustration the next.

but that is who they are and I truly believe deep down they love each other and will someday figure it out and get their $hit straight!! There are many couples and exes and such, hence all the drama. Craig is thrown into the mix here as he has feelings for Sara and also works for the same company as both Jack and Sara do. He is a loving, caring and also sexy as hell and wants so badly to help Sara forget Jack. Throw in Suzanne, Jack's friend, to mix it up a bit as she says

“Some people are just meant to be together, Craig no matter how much we might think otherwise. There is no explaining it. I for one, think those two are just such people.

Now we add Sara's mom with her little too late motherly advice

"You should never measure your success by what your friends and family think of you. Remember only you hold that ruler."

I actually love that quote myself!

So at this point you are probably asking yourself should I read this? My answer would be yes. It is a short read, keeps your interest with all the twists and turns and the sex is without a doubt HOT!

There is also a light mix of BDSM and a M/M sexual relationship in this book which is different for me but did not keep me from reading the story. If you cannot handle reading about any of the following things I mentioned then you might not want to read it but I for one am enjoying every hot, exploding minute of it and am anxious to see where it all ends. My final words: Holy Moly that was one hell of a ride!......I was provided a copy of this by the publisher for an honest review.  This is the second book in the series and I do recommend you read them in order!


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~KIM'S 5 STAR REVIEW OF LETTING GO BY JENNIFER FOOR~

's review    
Oct 11, 12
5 of 5 stars false
     
I really enjoyed this book! I loved the love triangle angle but I swear I want to KILL TY but I hear he is redeemed in the second book which is his- haven't read it but purchased so I soon shall see.

Savannah, Van to all her friends/family with the exception of Colt, is a beautiful 19 year old college student. She doesn't know how beautiful she is which I really like that in a character. She is the kindest person and had been in love with Tyler (Ty) since she was 14. They have dated for 5 years when the story begins.

Van has a scholarship to college and unlike Ty she doesn't want to and can't participate in the parties and college life that many experience! She needs to focus on her studies so she maintains the GPA to keep her scholarship. Her parents cannot afford to pay for college for her and she just wants to make them proud.

Ty is your college frat boy, football player, and hometown hero in the small N.C. town they both came from. He loves his booze, loose women and keeping things from Van.

The story begins from Ty's POV following their break-up which Van attributes to dedicating her time to studying and hoping that Ty will slow down and focus on his studies. Ty decides he is going to "fully" enjoy his freedom and that he does. Van comes to the frat party, which Ty knows she will be there, and walks-in to highly intoxicated Ty with a blond floozy. Needless to say Van is heartbroken and runs out of the party.

Ty attempts to follow her and then the accident occurs. He is severely injured and ends up in a coma.

The book then switches to Van's POV and she describes what she has gone through in the past 6 months since the accident and Ty is still comatose. Let me tell you this girl has been through hell and back and what she went through with Ty's family & friends had me want to bring out a big ole an of whoop ass!

Colt Mitchell is Ty's older cousin from Kentucky. He is one FINE man! He is the epitome of sexy and boy did I fall in love with him! He comes out to help Ty's parents with the family farm. He is introduced fairly quickly and comes upon Savannah in Ty's hospital room.

Well once the two meet up again you find that Colt is one heck of a gentleman and all around nice guy. Savannah & Colt are two wonderful characters and it was fun to see their relationship develop.

The book held my interest with the twists and events that occurred. When all is "aired" out so to speak you see that Savannah's emotional response to situations is to "run" and Colt well his is to hold it in.

Ty is along for the ride with the two and you learn that he idolized his older cousin Colt. Also, you are introduced to Marissa who is Colt's cousin and pregnant when you first meet her. There is a scene involving Ty, Savannah and Marissa that I laughed my head off when Savannah yelled at Ty but you have to read it to find out.

This was a wonderful read and I enjoyed it so much that I did purchase the second book which I hear continues where the first left off and is primarily Ty's story.

If your looking for a read that involves a love triangle, true love and events that will pull at your heart strings this is the book for you!

Great book Jennifer! I just found another favorite author to add to my list!!!


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Sunday, November 25, 2012

~WHY DO YOU BLOG?~PLEASE COMMENT

I would love to know why you chose to blog about whatever it is you blog about.  Do you like to help other bloggers out?  Do you like to help authors, meet new people, learn about new books or products?  I am just extremely curious about it all.

I have had my blog for about 3 months now and everyday I am learning something new.  I have had my Facebook page for less than a month.  

Does anything offend you do you prefer certain things to be done or not done?  Do you promote other people's blogs?

What bothers you and what doesn't bother you?  Don't be afraid to speak your mind.  I respect everyone's opinions and thoughts!!!

I am like a sponge and I want to know.  I will share my other thoughts later but please comment!!  I will read them and I will respond to them.  

Thank you in advance!!

Tanya


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Saturday, November 24, 2012

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~TANYA'S 4 STAR REVIEW OF HOT INK BY RANAE ROSE~

Hot InkHot Ink by Ranae Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a sweet, fun and sexy read. This is the story of Mina and Eric. Mina is a twenty four year old guardian of her younger sister Jess, who is in a wheel chair. Eric is the hot tattoo artist at Hot Ink. They meet when Mina gets her first tattoo and shortly after they find themselves involved in a heated photo shoot with Mina's friend Karen. They soon learn that the feelings they have for each other are mutual but Mina has her concerns and doubts due to her situation. After spending time together, Mina can see what type of guy Eric is and realizes they have similar pasts. Eric was hot with his sexy build and unique tattoos. Who doesn't love a body that has muscles and tattoos? This was a sweet light and quick read with some steamy moments. I do recommend you give it a try and I can't wait to see what other works this author will have out in the future. I was given a copy of this book by the author, Ranae Rose, in exchange for an honest review and for this I thank her :0)

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~KIM'S 5 STAR REVIEW OF THE EDGE OF NEVER~




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Nov 21, 12

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bookshelves: purchased-to-read
Read from November 15 to 17, 2012

NEVER and I WILL REPEAT NEVER have I felt like this at the end of a book....




It really was a WTF moment for me. Oh my aching damn heart and tear stained checks!!I'm stunned and speechless.... and I was exhausted from bawling my little eyes out ALL damn day. Oh Andrew... Andrew.. Andrew...





I have a new book boyfriend! Loved the story of Cam & Andrew! The heartache that Cam lived with and closing herself off is what brought Andrew into her life in the first place. She just had to get away- find herself. She meets Andrew on her way to Idaho on a bus. He is on his way to Wyoming to visit his dying father. They were two souls MEANT to meet and be together! They enjoyed a two week road trip that had me....





I was smiling, amused, chuckled and laughed at Andrew's antics and Cam's attempts to "resist" him. But when she stopped resisting Andrew, oh boy the book really got.............





Damn, the between the sheets scenes were freaking HOT! Wished I was Cam a time or too! But this story really did...





get to a point where I was like WAIT that did not happen! NO freaking way that could happen! WHY? WHY? WHY? WHY? I was a total mess. My family kept asking me if I needed hugs! Hell, no hug could help me at that point!






The book taught me that! Live your life to the fullest and regret nothing! Read this book join me...





If I could give a book 20 STARS this would be the one! My emotions were all over the place in this one! The author did a fantastic job pulling each and everyone of them out of me! I was scared to read this book as funny as that sounds! But you know what I liked the angst, heart wrenching sadness,and have the crap scared out of me! The end was a total WTH moment for me! I loved it! Move this up your TBR NOW it's so well worth it!

You want to know how it ends, well ends like this...




Read it I promise it is worth it! Kudos to the author for totally messing with my emotions and my family thanks you for the cathartic release of my emotions!

Thursday, November 22, 2012

~HAPPY THANKSGIVING~ MY THANKFUL LIST THUS FAR


Day 1:  Today I am thankful for my family especially with all that has happened. I love you all :)

Day 2:  Today I am thankful for my precious daughter Mallory! She keeps me grounded and reminds me everyday of my purpose in what is sometimes a difficult life, but one I treasure none the less! I love her to the moon and back!

Day 3:  Today I am thankful for my boyfriend Kevin Kierstead who loves me unconditionally!

Day 4:  Today I am thankful for my home!

Day 5:  Today I am thankful for my job!

Day 6:  Today I am thankful for my health!

Day 7:  Today I am thankful for my car!

Day 8:  Today I am thankful for all my friends!

Day 9:  Today I am thankful for Fridays!

Day 10: Today I am thankful for books all kinds!

Day 11: Today I am thankful for all who serve(d) and protect us.  veterans day!

Day 12: Today I am thankful for days off :)

Day 13: Today I am thankful for my blog mate Kim Box Person

Day 14: Today I am thankful for my senses.

Day 15: Today I am thankful for the internet.

Day 16: Today I am thankful for montanna and michelle coming home.

Day 17: Today I am thankful for quiet!

Day 18: Today I am thankful for our military.

Day 19: Today I am thankful for teachers.

Day 20: Today I am thankful for nurses and doctors.

Day 21: Today I am thankful for firefighters and rescue workers.

Day 22: Today I am thankful for food.  There are many people who not as fortunate as we are and they are starving :( 

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Tuesday, November 20, 2012

~KIM'S 5 STAR REVIEW OF THE STORY OF ELLA & MICHA

's review The Story of Ella & Micha by Jessica Sorenson       
Oct 23, 12

The Secret of Ella and Micha by Jessica Sorensen
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Read on October 16, 2012


What can I say other than I absolutely adore Micha but who wouldn't like a tattooed, lip ring, sweet as all get out bad boy!!!

Ella & Micha grew up together and had always been best friends but Ella disappears one night leaving Micha behind and looking for her ever since she left! Little did he know she was away at college.

Ella returns for the summer along with her roommate from college Lila! Well since Micha lives next door he soon realizes Ella is back! Ella hasn't revealed to Lila who she "used" to be and what she "used" to do! It was something that was slowly revealed the more time they spend with Micha.

Lila and Micha's best-bud Ethan meet and hang around with each other and the third book is theirs!! That should be GREAT!!! But more about my two favorite people. The patience that Micha shows Ella while she wraps her head around how she feels and she deals with her past which involves a tragic loss, drunken father and older brother who just wants to forget the past.

Micha has his trials too and you see how these two persevered while growing up and you have to attribute the relationship these two have. With first times for everything, true love and college and touring with a band I can't wait to read the continuing story of Ella & Micha with book two due out soon!

This is a awesome YA/Mature read and I feel love with this book! I swear it has taken me days to get this one out of my head and I've read many books since then.

Last but not least I highly recommend the playlist at the end of the book which you will find throughout the story too! Ah Behind Blue Eyes :) If you haven't read this one then I have no clue what you are waiting for!!!

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Monday, November 19, 2012

~TANYA'S 5 STAR REVIEW OF EXQUISITE by ELLA FRANK~

Exquisite (Exquisite, #1)Exquisite by Ella Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have a new book boyfriend and his name is Mason Langley!!! Oh what Mason will do to thee, all six foot three of him! Sighs!
Exquisite was a wonderful read and Ella Frank did an exceptional job writing it. The story has wonderful characters who will draw you into their lives and into their hearts. I grinned like an idiot, I laughed out loud and I even shed a few tears.
Exquisite brings you Lena, better known as Dr. Magdalena O'Donnell, a pediatric doctor who has experienced loss, has been living a life of guilt and building walls around her no one could or would ever get through.

The fewer people in her life meant the less she had to give a shit, and that equaled the less possibility that she’d get hurt.Enter here Mason Langley, a very tall, very sexy man, whom at their first meeting, annoyed her to no end but who would forever change her life. The conversations these two had were quite amusing and quite equally the same as the conversations Shelly and Lena had. Oh these two women, they were the best of friends as well as doctors who worked together, just made me laugh hysterically. Every woman needs a friend like Shelly!

“Hi there, Lena. I’m so glad the library closed early enough for you to get away.” Lena smiled, taking the vacant seat beside her. “Well, we keep shorter hours than the corner you walked off.” LOL!

As the story progresses Lena and Mason meet again and her world slowly starts to unravel. She learns that he is the owner and chef of the restaurant, Exquisite and it takes Mason a while to get through to her but once he does he touches her in so many ways, some of which frighten her but some of which are so incredible.

So softly she almost missed it he whispered, “Let me in, Magdalena O’Donnell. I want to know all of you.”

They frustrated each other and the sexual tension that was there would get any woman worked up.

“If you don’t stop, I can’t promise I will.”

There time together was very passionate and extremely HOT and only got better and better!

BUT.....

Just when I fell in love with everything about Mason and I mean everything, something tragic happens and the tables seem to be reversed and just like that he broke my heart!
This is what I will leave you with and I know the suspense is killing you because it did me and I could NOT put this book down. I actually read it in 2 days not 4, so my advice is GO BUY THE DAMN BOOK what are you waiting for! You will not be disappointed! I highly recommend it and I look forward to the next book, Entice, which is Shelly's story.

This book was an ARC copy from the other in exchange for an honest review and for this I thank her! It was wonderful and you won't be disappointed.


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Saturday, November 17, 2012

~KIM'S 5 STAR REVIEW OF UNDENIABLE by MADELINE SHEEHAN~

 
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Oct 31, 12

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Read on October 24, 2012

Not your typical romance story and not for the faint of heart!!!!

This was damn gritty, motorcylce riding, angst ridden, "old lady", freaking AWESMOE ride!!! This isn't a book for everyone and there are quite a few emotions that the author plays on and I gotta tell you DAMN GIRL!!!

Deuce what can I say? He's the Prez of his MC club! He is a BA and his "woman" is going to "listen" to what he says and do what he says. Really, you could tell Deuce wanted Eva's love- all of it, all of the time, but was he good enough? Well, in his eye's nope but in her's HELL YEAH!

Eva well she is the daughter of MC Prez! She was born in it, raised in it, lives and breathes it and she is not one of the "biker whores" nope she is the IT GIRL and why wouldn't she be that's what she's been brought up like!!! She totally ROCKS when it comes to Deuce!!!!


Frankie, Frankie, Frankie..............probably the saddest damn character I've ever read about.... He truly was mentally ill and if you couldn't pick that up in the book then you need to go back and re-read the damn thing. Put aside what Frankie DID and think of what Frankie went through growing up and his "stalkerish" dependence of Eva.. It was quite sad!!!!

Loved Kami damn the girl was a trip.... She rocked...She also doesn't put up with shit... but you will see when you read the book how that applies to the "heiress, princess, girly-rich girl" who really can stand up for herself......

I loved what the author did with this book.. I don't expect skittles & rainbows when I read books- of course after a good mind-f**k I might need a "light" book but damn when I wanted to kick Deuce's ass I knew I loved this book!!!!

You will run the gamut of emotions in this one... I think my emotions were all over the place and kinda looked like this:

A good WTF:



A good Shake of the head:




You will:



You will be like:



But at the end this was so totally me:





This was a 5 STAR READ FOR ME!!! I can't wait for the author's next book in this series.. Danny & Ripper FUNFREAKINGTASTIC!!!!

AWESOME JOB Madeline!!!! I loved it!!! I love when something shocks the hell outta me!!! This did it!! Looking forward to more good reads from you :)





~TANYA'S 5 STAR REVIEW OF FATED by CARLY PHILLIPS~

Fated (Serendipity, #0.5)Fated by Carly Phillips
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I can always count on a Carly Phillip's book to make me smile and fall in love with the characters! I thoroughly enjoyed this short story about two people, Nick and Kate, who finally come to terms with their feelings for one another and just dive right in, but not with some stubbornness and hesitation on Kate's part. Nate is a sexy, construction worker and Kate is a beautiful, school teacher. They have both been in love before but were young so they truly didn't know what real love felt like until some years later. Kate is afraid of being hurt and has turned Nick down many times until her best friend Faith steps in. And, oh how I love what she helped Nick plan to do to get Kate to take that final step to be with him. Fated was short, sweet, hot, romantic and funny. Yes, Mrs. Phillips can write all these things in a short, sexy story such as this one. I highly recommend this quick read and you can preorder it anytime. The release date is December 4, 2012.
A favorite quote of mine"I leave nothing to chance. Especially when I want something. And Kate, I want you."

ARC copy provided by the publisher through NetGalley.


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