Category: Intellectual Romance
A Magical Love Story
| June 30, 2013 | Filled under Historical Romance, Intellectual Romance |
A story of love renewed, a suitor spurned, a vicious attack, a struggle for healing. It is a story of love that survives. Get lost in the magical modern love story, The Handfasting by David Burnett. It currently has a 4.7 star rating. “…an intriguing story about how true love can overcome the trials and evil in life. The characters are engaging and realistic and pull you quickly into their stories…the phrase “a page turner” is trite and overused in book reviews, but it is an apt description of Burnett’s compelling story.” –Mary S. 
A Little About The Handfasting:
Standing before the altar, they were handfasted in the Celtic custom, engaged to be married. For a decade, she had been waiting, hoping, praying. Today ─ her birthday─ she finds a vase of yellow roses waiting for her. Stephen, though, is not Katherine’s only suitor. Bill Wilson has known her since they were in high school. He has longed to wed her, and he finally decides to stake his claim. Although the action occurs primarily in New York City, psychologically, the story is set in a small town in Virginia. Change came slowly to the South in the seventies, and attitudes toward women were difficult to change. Women were expected to be subservient to men, to have children, to keep house. These attitudes threaten to destroy Katherine and the life of which she dreams.
About the Author:
David Burnett’s first novel,The Reunion, is set in nearby Charleston. The Handfasting is his second novel. While most of the events in the story take place in New York City, psychologically, the story is set in the rural South of the 1970’s. David has graduate degrees in psychology and education and previously was Director of Research for the South Carolina Department of Education. He and his wife have two daughters.
Praise for The Handfasting:
“The Handfasting is a book that left me with my jaw hanging open more than once (and I am not easily shocked!) David Burnett’s second book shows his ability to tell compelling stories about love lost and found again.” –Suzanne
“…an excellent read with a beautiful love story. It had my attention from beginning all the way to the end.” –Len Phelps
“David Burnett’s second book proves he is not destined to be a “one-hit wonder.” The details of the scenes, whether in New York or Europe, shows the reader that he has personally explored them, which makes you feel like you are walking alongside the characters.
Another outstanding book by one of my favorite authors…” –Sheryl Starnes
Don’t hesitate to grab your copy of The Handfasting today.
A Military Romance with Heart
| June 28, 2013 | Filled under Intellectual Romance, Steamy Romance, Uncategorized |
Kindle fans, take a look at today’s contemporary military romance and our HOT NEW Release – What Part of Marine Don’t You Understand by Heather Long. “They (The Challenge Series) strike a chord in me and Ms. Long tells the story with love and respect, humor, sensitivity and a healthy dose of romance so what is not to enjoy?” –D. Antonio
A Little About What Part of Marine Don’t You Understand?
Matt McCall’s struggles to reintegrate into civilian life have lasted for two years. Therapy has only helped him a little. Twice he’s returned to his home state of Indiana and twice, he retreated to Mike’s Place. Uncertain of his place in the world, he quietly battles depression. Can one woman help heal the wounds in this Marine’s heart?
About the Author:
As a child, Heather Long skipped picture books and enjoyed the Harlequin romance novels by Penny Jordan and Nora Roberts that her grandmother read to her. Heather believes that laughter is as important to life as breathing and that the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy and Santa Claus are very real. In the meanwhile, she is hard at work on her next novel.
Praise for What Part of Marine Don’t You Understand?
“I have loved every story in this series, and this one is so well written. Ms. Long chose the perfect mate for Matt in Naomi, who’s surrounded by Marines within her own family, with an older brother who also suffered from PSTD. Thank you for another wonderful story, and keep them coming!” –Jan Meredith
“I loved Matt’s honesty and determination to get through his PTSD. I highly recommend that you get this book and the rest of the series, I mean how can you go wrong with Hot Marines!” –Stacy L. Gragg
Make sure to pick up today’s HOT NEW Release, What Part of Marine Don’t You Understand? today.
A Compelling Modern Love Story
| June 27, 2013 | Filled under Historical Romance, Intellectual Romance |
A story of love renewed, a suitor spurned, a vicious attack, a struggle for healing. It is a story of love that survives. Get lost in the magical modern love story, The Handfasting by David Burnett. It currently has a 4.7 star rating. “…an intriguing story about how true love can overcome the trials and evil in life. The characters are engaging and realistic and pull you quickly into their stories…the phrase “a page turner” is trite and overused in book reviews, but it is an apt description of Burnett’s compelling story.” –Mary S.
A Little About The Handfasting:
Standing before the altar, they were handfasted in the Celtic custom, engaged to be married. For a decade, she had been waiting, hoping, praying. Today ─ her birthday─ she finds a vase of yellow roses waiting for her. Stephen, though, is not Katherine’s only suitor. Bill Wilson has known her since they were in high school. He has longed to wed her, and he finally decides to stake his claim. Although the action occurs primarily in New York City, psychologically, the story is set in a small town in Virginia. Change came slowly to the South in the seventies, and attitudes toward women were difficult to change. Women were expected to be subservient to men, to have children, to keep house. These attitudes threaten to destroy Katherine and the life of which she dreams.
About the Author:
David Burnett’s first novel,The Reunion, is set in nearby Charleston. The Handfasting is his second novel. While most of the events in the story take place in New York City, psychologically, the story is set in the rural South of the 1970’s. David has graduate degrees in psychology and education and previously was Director of Research for the South Carolina Department of Education. He and his wife have two daughters.
Praise for The Handfasting:
“The Handfasting is a book that left me with my jaw hanging open more than once (and I am not easily shocked!) David Burnett’s second book shows his ability to tell compelling stories about love lost and found again.” –Suzanne
“…an excellent read with a beautiful love story. It had my attention from beginning all the way to the end.” –Len Phelps
“David Burnett’s second book proves he is not destined to be a “one-hit wonder.” The details of the scenes, whether in New York or Europe, shows the reader that he has personally explored them, which makes you feel like you are walking alongside the characters.
Another outstanding book by one of my favorite authors…” –Sheryl Starnes
Don’t hesitate to grab your copy of The Handfasting today.
A Tale of Love and Redemption
| June 24, 2013 | Filled under Intellectual Romance, Uncategorized |
If you’re looking for an emotional romance that keeps you glued to the pages, take a look at Fallen Angel by Mona Ingram. It currently has a 4 star rating with 42 reviews. “Mona Ingram writes a beautiful tale of love and redemption…Ingram does a superb job of creating two imperfect people the reader cannot help but care about. The story is well-crafted, the writing clean, the descriptions of the countryside absolutely perfect…I’ve been a fan of Ingram for some time, but I will definitely be reading more of her work.” –Amazon Reader 
A Little About Fallen Angel:
Laura MacLeod is in trouble. A pediatric nurse in the oncology ward, she understands suffering, but when tragedy touches her personally, she falls apart and becomes addicted to pain killers. Her downward spiral is humiliating as well as life-changing. Fresh from rehab, she travels to the Okanagan Valley, where she has agreed to perform menial work at a winery. F-18 fighter pilot Bradley Jamieson has witnessed the horrors of war, resulting in the loss of his ability to speak. Weary, he accepts his friend’s invitation to visit the winery. Unable to understand how a beautiful woman could throw away her life by taking drugs, he is determined to avoid Laura. But the more he sees of her, the more he’s attracted to her. The summer sun isn’t the only thing generating heat in the valley. Laura and Bradley battle their growing attraction for one another while fighting their inner demons. Can these two troubled souls find the peace they desire, or will reality bring them crashing back down to earth?
About the Author:
Born in Ontario, Mona and her family moved to British Columbia when she was twelve, and she can’t imagine living anywhere else! In recent years she has lived in the Okanagan Valley and on Vancouver Island. In addition to reading and writing, Mona enjoys traveling, making bread, bird watching and sitting beside still mountain lakes. Website: http://monaingram.com E-mail: mona@monaingram.com Blog: http://monaingram.blogspot.com
What Fans Are Saying About Fallen Angel:
“The book had me smiling in places, and wanting to cry in others. That’s a good sign for me.” –Amazon Reader
“…well developed – likeable, and down-to-earth with baggage that could belong to anyone you know. I especially liked the way the author took the time to give enough background for the reader to see just how easy it is to fall into the grips of addiction or depression.” –Amazon Reader
Make sure to grab Mona Ingram’s Fallen Angel today.
A Painful Past and A Man She Never Stopped Loving
| May 30, 2013 | Filled under Intellectual Romance |
Romance lovers, check out today’s featured book, One Hour to Midnight by Shirley Wine. “Shirley Wine writes about ‘real’ people living ‘real’ lives and is not afraid to deal with contentious issues. She’s a gutsy writer and delivers an insightful story that leaves you feeling deeply satisfied with the outcome – for all the characters.” –Jen Yates. Make sure to grab this one. 
A Brief Summary of One Hour To Midnight:
Veronica thought giving up her son was tough, now her son is dying and to save his life she must revisit her painful past, the child she gave away and the man she’s never stopped loving. Veronica always knew returning to Melbourne would be challenging…but face to face with Leon Karvasis, her son’s adoptive father, now a widower, she very soon realizes the past is not done and dusted ….
About the Author:
Shirley Wine has lived and worked on the land alongside her husband for many years. She had always written, once having a regular “Country Comment” column in a national daily newspaper and freelancing for local and regional newspapers. This lifestyle provided a rich base for the settings for her stories. Now retired, she lives in Waihi in the beautiful Bay of Plenty.
What Fans Are Saying About One Hour to Midnight:
“`One Hour to Midnight’ is packed full of emotional triggers and realties. Well done, Shirley Wine. You’ve given us another great read! My favourite so far.” –Gaylene Atkins
“…a cracking storyline and a page turner. For me, a refreshing change to read something set in New Zealand/Australia.” –Lynn Pool
Make sure to grab your copy of One Hour to Midnight today.
Vegas Was Her Name by Jonathan Sturak
| May 14, 2013 | Filled under Intellectual Romance |
Jonathan Sturak released a Hot New title last week called Vegas Was Her Name. We’ve all heard the saying “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” Well this is no different. 
Michael is at the top of his game and showing it off at the world’s largest technology convention happening in Sin City. As a CEO of an engineering company, he debuts Venus, a humanized computer brain that predicts human behavior. He has quite an audience, but he’s not the only smart one in the bunch. Rachel approaches Michael and even though he’s married, she works to seduce him with a conniving scheme and secrecy. Michael’s wife, Melissa, rushes to Vegas to reclaim her husband and marriage. The secrecy grows in the dark shadows of Las Vegas.
Jonathan Sturak grew up in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. He is a Penn State University graduate and holds degrees in Computer Science and Film. He currently lives in Las Vegas where he uses the energy of the city to craft stories about life and the human condition. “The Place Called Home,” Sturak’s essay about Eastern European heritage in Northeast PA, was featured on Glass Cases, associate literary agent Sarah LaPolla’s pop culture blog at http://glasscasesblog.blogspot.com/20…. Sturak is also a contributing editor athttp://NoirNation.com, the premier location for international crime fiction. His debut thriller novel “Clouded Rainbow” was published in December 2009 and has over 100,000 downloads on the Amazon Kindle.
Check out Vegas Was Her Name by Jonathan Sturak today for your Kindle!
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