Monthly Archives: September 2013
Can Destiny and the Moon Bring them Together?
| September 19, 2013 | Filled under Intellectual Romance |
Reggie and Phoebe wish for their hearts’ desire on a full moon…almost two hundred years apart.
Escape into a delightful time-travel with today’s HOT NEW Romance – Under the English Moon by Bess McBride. This is book two in the popular Moonlight Wishes Time Series. 
A Brief Synopsis of Under an English Moon:
Lord Reginald Hamilton pines for a love of his own. Two hundred years in the future, Phoebe Warner wishes for a Georgian man of her own. Can destiny, and the moon, help bring them together?
About the Author:
Bess made her first serious writing attempt at age fourteen when she shut herself up in her bedroom one summer while obsessively working on a time travel/pirate novel set in the beloved Caribbean. The draft of that novel has long since disappeared, but the story is still simmering within, and she has high hopes of finishing the adventure one day soon. With a license in mental health therapy, Bess worked with veterans until she retired. She writes time travel romance, romantic suspense, contemporary romance and light paranormal/fantasy romances. She is currently working on her fifteenth novel. She can be contacted through her web site at http://www.bessmcbride.com or her blog at http://willtravelforromanceblogspot.com.
Praise for Under an English Moon:
“This was a fresh approach to time travel and a great second book in the series. The characters are genuine and engaging. Under an English Moon was an enjoyable read… I suggest everything from this author and am anxiously awaiting another adventure.” –Amazon Reviewer
“This second book in the series is just as good as the first and I can’t wait for the next one. I highly recommend it.” –Amazon Reviewer
If you haven’t grabbed the second book in the series, Under an English Moon…what are you waiting for?
A Thriller with the Right Amount of Romance
| September 17, 2013 | Filled under Romantic Suspense |
“Barbara Phinney gets five stars for the wonderful suspenseful pace she set in Hard Target. Also loved the detailed descriptions of South America. All that and a romance as well! I’ll definitely be buying more of Phinney’s books.” –Amazon Reviewer
Under siege, her life and her heart…
Author Barbara Phinney has done it again with her latest creation, today’s romantic suspense and our feature book – Hard Target. It currently has a whopping 4.5 star rating. 
A Little About Hard Target:
Sgt. Dawna Atkinson has worked hard for her South American embassy posting. She’d also taken the blame for a shared indiscretion with her instructor, Tay Hastings. But when her embassy is bombed, she comes under the microscope all the more. Worse still, her unit sends Tay to search for any mistakes she’s making. As the investigation heats up, and danger lurks around every crowded corner, Dawna and Tay find their relationship is also heating up. And with a killer who can create bombs, use a sniper rifle, and poison the embassy staff, Dawna must set aside her hurt or risk many lives. And Tay must set aside the distrust deep within him. What Dawna and Tay can’t set aside is their growing attraction. And that may just get them both killed.
About the Author:
Barbara Phinney retired from the military to raise her two children and soon turned her creativity toward writing. Nearly twenty years later, she’s published in Romance, going on to final in several contests and take the plunge into the self-publishing pool, with Deadly Trust, set in the shadow of the bridge to Prince Edward Island, on the warm beaches that inspire her. She also writes sci-fi romances under the name of Georgina Lee.
What Readers Are Saying About Hard Target:
“Phinney has penned another gripping romantic suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat. Delightful, intense story. Well done!” –L. Bale
“Ms. Phinney has written a fast-paced romantic suspense. She kept me turning the page…Nice twists and turns. Good job!” –Margaret Daley
Grab your copy of Ms. Phinney’s latest romantic suspense, Hard Target today.
A Thriller with the Right Amount of Romance
| September 16, 2013 | Filled under Romantic Suspense |
“Barbara Phinney gets five stars for the wonderful suspenseful pace she set in Hard Target. Also loved the detailed descriptions of South America. All that and a romance as well! I’ll definitely be buying more of Phinney’s books.” –Amazon Reviewer
Under siege, her life and her heart…
Author Barbara Phinney has done it again with her latest creation, today’s romantic suspense and our feature book – Hard Target. It currently has a whopping 4.5 star rating.
A Little About Hard Target:
Sgt. Dawna Atkinson has worked hard for her South American embassy posting. She’d also taken the blame for a shared indiscretion with her instructor, Tay Hastings. But when her embassy is bombed, she comes under the microscope all the more. Worse still, her unit sends Tay to search for any mistakes she’s making. As the investigation heats up, and danger lurks around every crowded corner, Dawna and Tay find their relationship is also heating up. And with a killer who can create bombs, use a sniper rifle, and poison the embassy staff, Dawna must set aside her hurt or risk many lives. And Tay must set aside the distrust deep within him. What Dawna and Tay can’t set aside is their growing attraction. And that may just get them both killed.
About the Author:
Barbara Phinney retired from the military to raise her two children and soon turned her creativity toward writing. Nearly twenty years later, she’s published in Romance, going on to final in several contests and take the plunge into the self-publishing pool, with Deadly Trust, set in the shadow of the bridge to Prince Edward Island, on the warm beaches that inspire her. She also writes sci-fi romances under the name of Georgina Lee.
What Readers Are Saying About Hard Target:
“Phinney has penned another gripping romantic suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat. Delightful, intense story. Well done!” –L. Bale
“Ms. Phinney has written a fast-paced romantic suspense. She kept me turning the page…Nice twists and turns. Good job!” –Margaret Daley
Grab your copy of Ms. Phinney’s latest romantic suspense, Hard Target today.
A Romantic Suspense that will Blow You Away
| September 15, 2013 | Filled under Romantic Suspense, Steamy Romance |
Take a look at today’s feature romance read, Profile of Evil (The Profile Series) by Alexa Grace. “I love the way Alexa Grace writes. Her stories just get better each time. She clearly, thoroughly researches police procedures, and crime scene processing. Her ability to consistently create vivid scenes, strong, believable characters, and equally intriguing storyline, is impressive.” –Reviewed by Marion Archer for Ravishing Romances – Five Stars 
A Brief Synopsis of Profile of Evil:
Carly Stone is a brilliant FBI agent who’s seen more than her share of evil. Leaving the agency, she becomes a consultant for Indiana County Sheriff Brody Chase, who needs her profiling skills to catch an online sex predator luring preteen girls to their deaths. An undeniable attraction forms between the sheriff and his profiler. Once the killer is captured, she’ll head home to Florida. They both vow to end the job with their hearts intact. But will the heat between them be too much to ignore?
About the Author:
Alexa Grace’s books Deadly Offerings, Deadly Deception, and Deadly Relations have consistently been listed in Amazon’s Top 100 Bestselling Romantic Suspense and Police Procedural Books. Deadly Deception, Deadly Relations and Deadly Holiday are ranked #1 in the top 100 Top Rated Books in Police Procedural Books. You can visit her at – http://www.alexa-grace.net/ Friend her on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AuthorAlexaGrace Tweet her – @AlexaGrace2
Praise for Profile of Evil:
“I thought this was written really well, and obviously a lot of research had gone into this part of the story, which was slightly OMG – in places. I will say it isn’t really gruesome, so shouldn’t put anyone off, just an excellent read which left me hungry for more of the story.” — Reviewed by Alison Higson for Book Addict Mumma – Five Stars
“WOW! Alexa Grace has blown me away again! From beginning to end I was wrapped up in the story from head to toe! With twists and turns and a gut wrenching story I highly recommend PROFILE OF EVIL for they romantic suspense readers!” — Reviewed by Tobi Helton for Forget the Housework, I’m Reading – Five Stars or Five Laundry Baskets
Make sure to grab your copy of Profile of Evil today.
A Fresh and Magical Romance
| September 14, 2013 | Filled under Intellectual Romance, Paranormal Romance |
Go on a magical journey in today’s contemporary romance, The Thin Place by Lori Herter. “It was fresh and different from anything I’ve read in years.” Review by Lisa Kelley
A Brief Synopsis of The Thin Place:
California native Glenna Molloy, a travel writer, flies to Ireland to explore sacred places cherished by Finn Maguire, her great lost love, in hopes of finding new meaning in her life. But Coyle Foxworth, her cagey co-author, can’t work without her. He follows her to County Fermanagh, disturbing her spiritual journey. They visit tiny Caldragh Graveyard, reputed to be a “Thin Place,” where the veil between our world and the Celtic Otherworld is very fragile. Magical things begin to happen.
About the Author:
Lori has written romance novels published by Dell Candlelight Romances, Silhouette, and Harlequin. Some of these books are currently available as ebooks. She also wrote a four-book romantic vampire series published by Berkley with the titles OBSESSION, POSSESSION, CONFESSION, and ETERNITY. Her website is www.loriherter.com
What Fans Are Saying About The Thin Place:
“I love this book. I was hooked from page one. It’s very clear that Ms. Herter did her research for this story. The characters in THE THIN PLACE are as rich as Ireland itself. THE THIN PLACE is a story I’ll remember for a long time to come and one I am sure to revisit.” –Lisa
“THE THIN PLACE is a rather engaging story. Ms. Herter has certainly done her research and woven Celtic lore, at times mythical and others magical, into a story of searching for your hearts longing.” –B. Culhane
Make sure to grab your copy of The Thin Place today.
A Sizzling Contemporary Romance
| September 12, 2013 | Filled under Steamy Romance |
Can Madame Eve work her magic for these two hungry hearts in this rubenesque 1Night Stand story?
Take a look at today’s contemporary romance, a sizzling addition to the 1Night Stand Series, For Me by Wendy Burke.
A Little about For Me:
She’s fifty pounds past perfect. He’s handsome, well-educated and arrogant. Casey Rupp can have any woman he desires—and he knows it. But he’s tired of shallow relationships driven by sexual exploits and lust. He wants more and determines the only way to find the right woman is to take his looks out of the equation.
Some Praise for For Me:
“The author made the main characters so realistic to me. I felt like I was in their head. I loved, also, that the main female character is “plus-sized”. It was wonderful reading about a “real-sized” woman having an amazing time!” – Amazon Reviewer
Make sure to grab your copy of For Me today.
Separated by War, Bound by Love ~ 2 Novellas in 1
| September 11, 2013 | Filled under Historical Romance |
Twin sisters separated by war, bound by love…Two unforgettable stories of courage, strength and honor.
“Two very talented authors, Alison Bruce and Kat Flannery, teamed up to write Hazardous Union; Two Tales of a Civil War Christmas…The characters and the times are well depicted in this short novel. I highly recommend this novel to Civil War enthusiasts and readers who enjoy a well-written historical romance. If you like intrigue, mystery and romance, this book is for you.” —Katherine Boyer, Tear a Page Blog
A Brief Synopsis of Hazardous Unions:
Twin sisters separated by war, bound by love… After the death of their father, twin sisters Maggie and Matty Becker are forced to take positions with officers’ families at a nearby fort. When the southern states secede, the twins are separated, and they find themselves on opposite sides of America’s bloodiest war. In the south, Maggie travels with the Hamiltons to Bellevue, a plantation in west Tennessee, and it’s up to Maggie to hold things together. Racism, politics and a matchmaking stepmother test Maggie’s resourcefulness as she fights for Bellevue, a wounded Confederate officer and the affections of the Union commander.
In the north, Matty discovers an incriminating letter in General Worthington’s office, and soon she is on the run. With no one to turn to for help, she drugs the wealthy Colonel Cole Black and marries him, in hopes of getting the letter to his father, the governor of Michigan. But Cole is not happy about being married, and Matty’s life becomes all about survival.
About Author Kat Flannery:
Kat Flannery has had her writing published in numerous periodicals. She’s received her diploma for Creative, Freelance, and Business Writing. She is co-owner of Prairie Dog Publishing, where she devotes her spare time as head of Marketing and Communications. CHASING CLOVERS is Kat’s first published novel, and she is currently hard at work on her next. When not writing, or spending time with her family, Kat’s on the couch with a hot chocolate and a good book.
Praise for Hazardous Unions:
“Double your reading pleasure with twin passions—two novellas featuring twins Maggie and Matty, and heroes who’ll steal your heart. Alison Bruce and Kat Flannery penned stories that play on your senses like a sonata. A must read!” —Jacquie Rogers, award-winning author of Much Ado About Madams
“Maggie and Matty Becker will enchant you as they struggle for respect, survival, and love in the Civil War’s troubled time. You’ll sigh with pleasure as you finish each story.” —Caroline Clemmons, author of Bluebonnet Bride
If you haven’t grabbed your copy of Hazardous Unions, what are you waiting for?
Separated by War, Bound by Love ~Two Novellas in One
| September 10, 2013 | Filled under Historical Romance, Intellectual Romance |
Twin sisters separated by war, bound by love…Two unforgettable stories of courage, strength and honor.
“Two very talented authors, Alison Bruce and Kat Flannery, teamed up to write Hazardous Union; Two Tales of a Civil War Christmas…The characters and the times are well depicted in this short novel. I highly recommend this novel to Civil War enthusiasts and readers who enjoy a well-written historical romance. If you like intrigue, mystery and romance, this book is for you.” —Katherine Boyer, Tear a Page Blog
A Brief Synopsis of Hazardous Unions:
Twin sisters separated by war, bound by love… After the death of their father, twin sisters Maggie and Matty Becker are forced to take positions with officers’ families at a nearby fort. When the southern states secede, the twins are separated, and they find themselves on opposite sides of America’s bloodiest war. In the south, Maggie travels with the Hamiltons to Bellevue, a plantation in west Tennessee, and it’s up to Maggie to hold things together. Racism, politics and a matchmaking stepmother test Maggie’s resourcefulness as she fights for Bellevue, a wounded Confederate officer and the affections of the Union commander.
In the north, Matty discovers an incriminating letter in General Worthington’s office, and soon she is on the run. With no one to turn to for help, she drugs the wealthy Colonel Cole Black and marries him, in hopes of getting the letter to his father, the governor of Michigan. But Cole is not happy about being married, and Matty’s life becomes all about survival.
About Author Kat Flannery:
Kat Flannery has had her writing published in numerous periodicals. She’s received her diploma for Creative, Freelance, and Business Writing. She is co-owner of Prairie Dog Publishing, where she devotes her spare time as head of Marketing and Communications. CHASING CLOVERS is Kat’s first published novel, and she is currently hard at work on her next. When not writing, or spending time with her family, Kat’s on the couch with a hot chocolate and a good book.
Praise for Hazardous Unions:
“Double your reading pleasure with twin passions—two novellas featuring twins Maggie and Matty, and heroes who’ll steal your heart. Alison Bruce and Kat Flannery penned stories that play on your senses like a sonata. A must read!” —Jacquie Rogers, award-winning author of Much Ado About Madams
“Maggie and Matty Becker will enchant you as they struggle for respect, survival, and love in the Civil War’s troubled time. You’ll sigh with pleasure as you finish each story.” —Caroline Clemmons, author of Bluebonnet Bride
If you haven’t grabbed your copy of Hazardous Unions, what are you waiting for?
A Delightfully Charming Must-Read
| September 9, 2013 | Filled under Comedy Romance, Intellectual Romance, Steamy Romance |
Escape into a multicultural romantic comedy with stunning imagery in today’s HOT NEW Release – The Other Side by Zee Monodee. “The Other Side is such a colorful read filled with wonderful people and, the dynamics between the heroine and her close friend and family members trying to marry her off are amusing and realistic. The Otherside is delightfully charming, a must read.” –Amazon Reviewer
A Little About The Other Side:
Divorce paints a scarlet letter on her back when she returns to the culture-driven society of Mauritius. This same spotlight shines as a beacon of hope for the man who never stopped loving her. Can the second time around be the right one for these former teenage sweethearts?
Lara now stands on the other side of Mauritian society. Will this be what she needs to take a chance on Eric and love again?
About the Author:
Zee Monodee is from the multicultural, rainbow-nation island of Mauritius, in the southern Indian Ocean. Recently, I became the holder of a BA in Communications Science, but the corporate world has no grip over me because I tried that life and found I was totally allergic to office politics, one-upmanship and the back-stabbing culture prevalent in Corporate today. I gladly settled to become a SAHM when my son was born. zeemonodee@hotmail.com
What Readers Are Saying About The Other Side:
“With fabulous development of the characters and setting, this is one read that is sure to pull you in and keep you turning the pages until the very end.” –J. Subject
“Ms. Monodee has penned a story that pulls you into the setting with magnificent imagery. You feel as if you are on the island of Mauritius. She’s managed to describe the setting beautifully without slowing the pace of the story. This book will hold you captive from page one until the last page. I must say bravo to Ms. Monodee for writing a wonderful story.” — Lynn Spangler
Make sure to grab your copy of the captivating tale, The Other Side today.
Ms. Cardello Hits the Mark with a Steamy Romance
| September 8, 2013 | Filled under Comedy Romance, Steamy Romance |
New York Times Bestselling Author, Ruth Cardello is at it again. Check out book five of the steamy Legacy Collection – Rise of the Billionaire. Like the previous books in her series, Ruth knows romance and hits the mark with this one. It currently has a whopping 4.7 star rating with over 160 reviews. “This book was laugh out funny, as well as touching and heartwarming! Rise of the Billionaire contained steamy passion but also parts that made me want to scream! I just can’t say enough good things about this book…” –Allyson 
A Little About Rise of the Billionaire:
Dreaming of Alethea helped Jeremy Kater survive a difficult childhood. Now that he has influential friends who owe him big favors, he’s ready to become the kind of man Alethea would be interested in: rich and dangerous. Jeisa Borreto was hired to help Jeremy morph into that man. It’s a job she would enjoy, if it weren’t breaking her heart.
How can she help him change once she’s realized she’s fallen in love with him? Hint: Sleeping with him doesn’t help.
About the Author:
Ruth Cardello lives with her husband, three kids, three dogs, two horses, and some assorted chickens. If there is a happier place on Earth, she hasn’t found it. If you’d like to email her directly, you may contact her at Minouri@aol.com You can also find her website at: www.ruthiecardello.com or www.ruthcardello.com
Some Praise for Rise of the Billionaire:
“The entire Legacy series is a must read in my book, but this one “rises” to the top in humor and adventure. A five-star rating all the way!”–Karen Lawson
“Loved all the interaction with all our old friends and family from the past books, and it was so funny at times, my son accused me of snorting! Don’t hesitate to buy this book!!” –Linda Young
Make sure to grab your copy of Rise of the Billionaire today.
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