Wednesday, September 30, 2020

The Right Player by Kandi Steiner REVIEW


The Right Player: A Sports Romance by bestselling author Kandi Steiner is now live!

From bestselling author Kandi Steiner comes a sexy, hilarious, opposites-attract sports romance set in the lively city of Chicago...

I have a three date rule — but it’s not what you think.

See, I’ve been told I’m the “good time girl,” not the one you take home to Mom. And

while that label stung at first, I’ve since embraced it — living the wild and

free life and sticking to a three date max. That’s just enough time to have

some fun and snuff out the possibility of catching feelings. And it’s been

working for me for years… 

Until Makoa Kumaka.

Sadly, he also has a three date rule — and it’s the exact

opposite of mine. From the second I meet him, all I can think about is

stripping down that six-foot-five Herculean hunk of a man. But like the

gentleman I wish he wasn’t, he’s making me wait.

The more time we spend together, the more I feel those pesky emotions creeping in.

I’m even tempted to trust him, but blame it on my past or my instincts, I can’t

shake the feeling that he’s hiding something… 

I’ve been playing the game forever, and no man has ever won my heart — which meant

they never had the power to break it.

But maybe I just hadn’t met the right player.

Maybe I’ll wish I never did.

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Excerpt

I burst through Gemma’s door at seven on the dot the next morning.

“We have a problem.”

Zach and Gemma were both in the kitchen, their hair a mess, sleep still in their eyes, Gemma mid-yawn while Zach hadn’t even poured the coffee grounds into the filter yet. He cocked a brow at Gemma, who managed a smile before leaning her hip against the kitchen counter and addressing me. “Well, good morning, Belle. Happy Saturday to you, too.”

“I know we agreed I couldn’t come over before ten on the weekends but this is an emergency,” I said, nudging Zach out of the way and taking over where he was in the coffee-making process. I’d barely slept, and if I didn’t get some caffeine in the next ten minutes, I’d become a monster. “Shoo.”

Zach chuckled, throwing his hands up and backing out of the kitchen.

“What’s the emergency?” Gemma asked, wrapping her arms around Zach’s waist when he joined her.

“He didn’t want to have sex with me.”

Their silence was my only answer, and I huffed, slamming the top of the coffee pot closed as I thrust the carafe under the faucet and turned it on. 

“I’m confused,” Gemma finally said.

“HE DIDN’T WANT TO HAVE SEX WITH ME,” I repeated. 

“Like, he’s not interested?”

“No, like, he had a thick, raging hard on threatening to break loose from his jeans but didn’t do anything about it.” I turned the faucet off with more aggression than necessary, slamming the carafe into place and flicking on the power switch. I crossed my arms and faced them when it started brewing. “He kissed me on the freaking cheek guys.”

Gemma chuckled, and Zach looked at her before he turned his confused expression on me. “That’s not an emergency. That’s not even a problem at all. That’s him being a gentleman.”

Gemma and I exchanged looks this time. “Please tell me you’re not on his side here.”

“I mean…” Gemma bit her lip, looking at her fiancé with a shrug. “That is kind of weird, nowadays anyway.”

Zach’s mouth popped open.

Gemma threw her hands up. “I mean, even we hooked up on our first date. Remember?”

Zach didn’t respond to that.

“Thank you,” I said, gesturing to Gemma before I let my hand fall to slap my thigh. “I mean, there we are, post-dinner and all talked out, and I’m running my hands all over his freaking tattoos. I start unbuttoning his shirt and he stops me.” I pause for dramatic effect. “The man stopped me from stripping him.

“Maybe he’s really shy,” Gemma suggested.

“I don’t think that’s it. I mean, you saw him in the office. The man is confidence embodied.”

“True,” she agreed. “Oh, what if he’s into really freaky stuff? You know. Whips and chains, nipple clamps, all that. And he wants to ease you into it.”

I considered it, and I wasn’t mad at that possibility. “A Christian Gray, perhaps?”

“Could be! Did he have a room locked off that he wouldn’t let you go in?”

My shoulders sagged at that. “No, I saw his whole place. And the man brought everything he owns from California in maybe two-dozen boxes. I think he hired me because he lived like a college bachelor before now.” I shook my head. “I don’t think it’s because he’s so kinky he thinks he’ll scare me.”

“Maybe he just wants to get to know you before he has sex with you,” Zach said, deadpan, as if he couldn’t believe he even had to say that out loud.

I scoffed, crossing my arms again. “We talked all night. He knew me plenty well enough to bend me over his kitchen counter.” Then, all the blood drained from my face. “Oh my God, what if he has a micropenis?”

Gemma’s eyes shot open, and she covered her mouth. “No! You don’t honestly think?”

I shook my head, slumping against the counter once more. “Nah. I saw his bulge. No way was that a sock.” 

We stood in silence for a bit, thinking.

“Maybe he has a weird shaped dick. Or a mole or something,” Gemma said.

“He wouldn’t let me take off his shirt. Maybe it’s a third nipple,” I guessed.

Gemma lit up like I’d told her her hair looked pretty. “Oh, that wouldn’t be so bad!”

“Maybe it’s the three date rule.”

I blinked a few times before I turned to look at Zach, confused. “Three date rule?”

“Yeah. You know… he doesn’t want to have sex until the third date. It’s like the classic dating handbook rule number one.”

I looked at Gemma, who tilted her head to the side as she considered it. “That does make sense.”

“So, you’re saying I’m not going to get any until he takes me out on two more dates?” I groaned, pulling three coffee cups from the cabinet and topping them all off. I handed one to each of them before wrapping my hands around mine. “Who on Earth still does that?”

“Nice guys. Good guys. Guys who are interested in more than just getting in your pants.” Zach shook his head. “Belle, come on. This is a good thing.”

“Tell that to my throbbing clitoris, Zach.”

Gemma nearly spit out her coffee, and Zach chuckled, throwing up his free hand in surrender. “And on that note, I’m going to watch Sports Center.” He kissed Gemma’s cheek before turning to me. “Good luck with your emergency.”

I wiggled my fingers in a goodbye to him, and Gemma and I shared a knowing smile once he was gone.


5 STAR REVIEW

★★★★★

As a devout Kandi Steiner fan I know without a doubt no matter what she writes I am going to love it. To me Kandi has 3 signature writing styles. Sugary and sweet. ANGST galore (you know the extremely messy kinda love) and laugh out loud, light, fun and romantic type. Let me tell you this one fell into the latter and I absolutely adored it. It’s been forever since I read a book by Kandi that made me feel and laugh so much. Belle is hands down my favorite Kandi Steiner heroine to date. I adored everything about her. I connected with her on a level I haven’t connected with any other character. She is fire, and sass and knows her own body and mind. She has thick skin on the exterior but deep down she has a few emotional scars from a past relationship but she wouldn’t dare let others see them on the surface. On the surface she is the “good time girl” but realizes she isn’t getting any younger and it’s time for a change.

Now let’s talk about Makoa. THIS MAN let me tell you is in a league of his own. He is huge. 6 ft 5. He is all muscle and strength. Pure alpha man, BUT he has a sweet, sensitive side to him too. His confidence was sexy as hell. This man also eats, breathes and sleeps football. It has been the number one focus in his life for as long as he can remember. He has just been given a possible spot on the Chicago Bears team as a free agent. He is determined to make his move a permanent one and when this man puts his mind to something you better believe he is going to see it all the way through. Makoa is a true gentlemen. He was patient and sweet to Belle initially and when things heat up they are pure magic together! I adored his relationships with his family, I am telling you this man did not have one flaw!

These two together have completely different views on dating and yet they worked anyway. The way these two fall for each other had my heart melting and swooning. This book is low angst which was a super nice change as much as I love the angsty books too I just needed this story in my life right now.

This book deserves ALL THE STARS! Kandi has out done herself again with another phenomenal story and you do not want to miss out on it. If you haven’t read the Wrong Game and loved Gemma and Zach you should pick that book up too, but rest assured this can be read completely standalone.

I received an advanced reader copy via Valentine PR in exchange of an honest review.

                             Meet Kandi


Kandi Steiner is a bestselling author and whiskey connoisseur living in Tampa, FL. Best known for writing "emotional rollercoaster" stories, she loves bringing flawed characters to life and writing about real, raw romance -- in all its forms. No two Kandi Steiner books are the same, and if you're a lover of angsty, emotional, and inspirational reads, she's your gal.

An alumna of the University of Central Florida, Kandi graduated with a double major in Creative Writing and Advertising/PR with a minor in Women's Studies. She started writing back in the 4th grade after reading the first Harry Potter installment. In 6th grade, she wrote and edited her own newspaper and distributed to her classmates. Eventually, the principal caught on and the newspaper was quickly halted, though Kandi tried fighting for her "freedom of press." She took particular interest in writing romance after college, as she has always been a die hard hopeless romantic, and likes to highlight all the challenges of love as well as the triumphs.

When Kandi isn't writing, you can find her reading books of all kinds, talking with her extremely vocal cat, and spending time with her friends and family. She enjoys live music, traveling, anything heavy in carbs, beach days, movie marathons, craft beer and sweet wine -- not necessarily in that order.

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COVER REVEAL: THE DO-OVER BY PIPER RAYNE


Release Date: December 1

She was always the one.

Or so I thought.

Turns out my instincts were dead wrong.

 

Years ago I was faced with the choice between two women. Both were perfect in opposite ways. One was carefree and against commitment. The other was a woman you’d bring home to mom. 

 

I was young, naïve and stupid. I’m sure you can guess who I chose. 

 

Now, I’m older, wiser and know what the hell I want. 

 

So, when the same two women pop back into my life it’s my chance for a do-over. But they flipped the script. Just like me, they want different things now. Leaving me with one choice—convince the woman I want that she wants me too. 


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Piper Rayne, or Piper and Rayne, whichever you prefer because we’re not one author, we’re two. Yep, you get two USA Today Bestselling authors for the price of one. 

Our goal is to bring you romance stories that have "Heartwarming Humor With a Side of Sizzle" (okay...you caught us, that's our tagline). 

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Teaser: Muses and Melodies by Rebecca Yarros

     

MUSES & MELODIES (Hush Note #3) by Rebecca Yarros 
Release Date: October 6th 
    

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                                                              Blurb:If I can keep Hush Note’s leading guitarist, Nixon Winters, on the straight and narrow for the next six months, I’ll finally get my own band to manage—assuming we don’t kill each other first. The egotistical, irritating rock star is fresh out of rehab, but it’s obvious his demons followed him home—and now I’m sleeping down the hall. I’ve watched him self-destruct every summer, and with album deadlines and tour dates looming, I can’t let it happen again. My career is in his hands. But tattoos can’t cover every scar, and I’m starting to see through his trademark, irresistible charm to the damage beneath. Everyone wants the rock star. I’m falling for the man. If he doesn’t let me in, he’ll never break the cycle— And when these six months are up, I might be the one left broken.                                                  About the Author: Rebecca is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of over fifteen novels, and is always ready to bring on the emotions. She's also the recipient of the Colorado Romance Writer’s Award of Excellence for Eyes Turned Skyward from her Flight and Glory series.
She loves military heroes and has been blissfully married to hers for eighteen years. She’s the mother of six children, ranging from kindergarten to law school, and is currently surviving the teenage years with two of her four hockey-playing sons. When she’s not writing, you can find her at the hockey rink or sneaking in some guitar time. She lives in Colorado with her family, their stubborn English bulldog, and a feisty chinchilla. Having fostered then adopted their youngest daughter, Rebecca is passionate about helping children in the foster system through her nonprofit, One October. Visit her website at www.RebeccaYarros.com for more!

    

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One Beautiful Promise by Layla Hagen is LIVE!


Release Date: September 29

It all began in Rome…

I was supposed to show Cole the city, as a favor to a friend. I was aware of his reputation, a seductive charmer hellbent on bachelorhood, but I hadn't prepared for him to get past my defenses. Cole was nothing like the serious businessman I imagined. He was sinfully hot, funny and way too flirty for my broken heart. But, it was just vacation after all. I thought I'd never see him again.

Only I do.

Cole calls me the very day I return to New York. My residency has been my sole focus for the past few years—my passion and my refuge. 

I've loved and lost and I don't know how to open up again. But Cole is melting my fears with every kiss and touch, willing to move mountains to make me happy and help me heal. 

And what scares me the most? I might just let him.

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4 STAR REVIEW

This was so beautiful and sweet and just what I needed. I devoured this story. The connection between Cole and Laney was immediate and right from the first chapter I was hooked. Their love story left me with happiness and heartwarming feelings.

Laney has a tragic past. She is grieving. She is struggling hugely with moving on. She is hesitant and resistive to the prospect of a new relationship with Cole.

Cole was incredibly patient. He has the Winchester charm. He is sexy and offered plenty of swoony, heartfelt moments between he and Laney. It was beautiful the way he breaks down her walls.

Cole and Laney’s time in Rome was a whirlwind but can they make it last when they are back in New York? They had their obstacles around their jobs and family but in the end I was left with happiness in my heart for them.

I love the message of family, hope and new beginnings. I can always count on Layla Hagen to deliver on her romance and this one was no different.

I highly recommend it to romance readers that love the family dynamic and a sweet, low angst love story.

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Meet Layla Hagen

Welcome! My name is Layla Hagen and I am a Contemporary Romance author.
I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later. I write romantic stories and can't wait to share them with the world. And I drink coffee. Lots of it :-D

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Friday, September 25, 2020

Cover Reveal: The Best of Us by Kennedy Fox


Release Date: December 1

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝'𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 him 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮.

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑩𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝑼𝒔 by Kennedy Fox is a best friend's brother, snowed-in together standalone romance! It's about to get ℎ𝑜𝑡 this winter. 

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Brooke Cumberland and Lyra Parish are a duo of romance authors who teamed up under the USA Today pseudonym, Kennedy Fox. 


They share a love of Hallmark movies & overpriced coffee. When they aren’t bonding over romantic comedies, they like to brainstorm new book ideas. 


One day in 2016, they decided to collaborate under a pseudonym and have some fun creating new characters that’ll make you blush and your heart melt. 


Happily ever afters guaranteed! 


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Thursday, September 24, 2020

Ryder by Prescott Lane is LIVE!

 

Ryder by Prescott Lane is now live!

 

Country music headliner, crowd pleaser, legend in the bedroom.

You know how your mother always warned you that it only takes one time. Well, I'm proof of that.

One night with country music's hottest star, Ryder Merrick, and I got knocked up.

He promised me it wasn't just a one night stand.

But I woke up alone, and a few weeks later found out I was carrying his child.

I'm sure Ryder won't want anything to do with us. After all, he's famous for not believing in love. There's a reason he's never written a love song.

Why should he change his tune now? But telling him I'm pregnant still feels like the right thing to do.

All it takes is maxing out my credit card to buy a front row seat to his concert.

And then wait for him to notice me... and my bump. 

 

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5 STARS!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I loved this one so much! If you read Knox, you will have met his brother Ryder. From the moment Prescott Lane announced Ryder’s book I couldn’t wait to get my hands on his story and again I am blown away with this author’s phenomenal writing. These characters captured my heart from beginning to end. I couldn’t get enough of their story. This is a truly epic love. It is raw, emotional and beautiful.

Ryder is 30 years old and is a famous Country Rockstar. He has so much passion for music and he comes alive the minute he gets behind his guitar. He is an incredible song writer and is well known for his lyrics. What you will not find in his lyrics is the word love. He doesn’t believe in it. That is until Kailey. A girl he met in New Orleans 3 months earlier. The moment they meet he connects with her in a way he has never felt but it scares him so much that he ends up leaving her alone the next morning anyway.

Kailey is 24 years old and has just finished her degree. She is focused and driven on obtaining a job in her field. That plan goes sideways the moment she discovers she pregnant with Ryder’s baby!
The moment Kailey steps back into Ryder’s path he is determined not to let her go this time but she is hurt by the fact he up and left her after they got together the first time and she is really going to make him work for it! I loved this about Kailey. She is strong and knows her worth. She knows what she deserves and if Ryder is it in for the long haul he will do whatever it takes in her mind.

Ryder was such a mystery to me in Knox. I am SO glad that Prescott Lane gave us Ryder’s story. We get to learn exactly why he is so socially distant from his fans, band members and family. My heart broke. I had tears of joy, love and heartbreak and then my heart soared in the end when it all comes together. This book and these characters will stick with me for a long time to come.

If you love the Rockstar/Surprise Baby tropes with all the feels this book is for you! Ryder can be read as standalone but if you can read Knox first I highly recommend it.

*Advanced reader copy provided by Grey’s Promotions in exchange of an honest review.

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Prescott Lane is the USA TODAY best-selling author of ALL MY LIFE. She's written several other romance books with strong heroines and swoon-worthy heroes. She is originally from Little Rock, Arkansas, and holds a degree in sociology and an MSW from Tulane University. She married her college sweetheart, and they currently live in New Orleans with their two children and two crazy dogs. Prescott started writing at the age of five, and sold her first story about a talking turtle to her father for a quarter. She later turned to writing romance novels because there aren't enough happily ever afters in real life.

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REVIEW: Vengeance of a Mafia Queen by Siobhan Davis

They tried to take everything from me. But where they failed, I will succeed. Unless he becomes my weakness. Vengeance of...