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Monday, December 4, 2023

Book Tour & Review: Broken Romeo

I was looking for a job, not a Romeo… because everyone knows how that story ends.

Broken Romeo, an all-new enemies to lovers, second chance romance, and the first book in the Shattered Hearts series from USA Today bestselling author Katana Collins is now available!

I’ve got three hundred bucks left in my bank account, two jobs, and one final chance to make it as an actress in New York City.

After years of being a chorus girl, I arrive at my first Broadway audition for a leading role thinking I finally have a shot at making it...until I come face to face with the director, Holden James—the rich quarterback from college who broke my heart and stabbed me in the back three years ago.

But I’m not the same girl I was in college. And unlike three years ago, I now know just what—and who—I’m dealing with. This time, I know how to play the game. In this cutthroat business, I need to remember the truest theatrical lesson of all:

For never was a story of more woe... than this of Juliet and her Romeo.

Book Review

I received an Arc of Broken Romeo in return for an honest review as part of the tour hosted by Literally Yours PR.

Kate has already had her one chance to make it into acting brutal taken away from her and it's now her last chance fate seems to be working against her as her past has come back to haunt her in the way of Holden. Will she finally get the chance to preform or will things come crashing down again?

I loved Kate she's just a sweetheart and she's had a rough go at making it as an actress but it's not for lack of trying. She determined and not willing to give up no matter who is in the way. I wasn't sure about Holden as we see little blips of their past and I really like him. He's grown on me as the story progresses but Kate is my favorite of the duo. She's just everything I needed from a leading lady and such a sweetie even if Holden is swoon worthy.

I ended up devouring Broken Romeo in one session it was hard to put down I just had to know how Kate and Holden's story was going to play out. I found the concept interesting it's a unique idea because I've not read many stories set around broadway plays and really enjoyed it. The characters are easy to connect with and the story is a perfect enemies to lovers romance.

I found Broken Romeo to be a captivating story that captured my heart as well as my imagination. The author has done a beautiful job creating an enchanting story that left me wanting more. I'm a touch obsessed with Romeo and Juliet and the author nailed it. My only complaint is I have to wait for the next one and I can't wait to continue Kate and Holden's story.

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My shoulders go rigid. I have thirteen missed calls.

Thirteen.

Most days, I get one or two calls tops… and they’re usually spam.

Not only do I have thirteen missed calls, but I have thirteen new voice messages. All from the same 516 area code.

I press play and hold the phone up to my ear.

Holden’s voice filters from the speaker. “Kate, it’s me. Look, we need to talk. I don’t want to have this conversation over the phone—”

She wasn’t exactly memorable back then. The echo of his voice roils my stomach, and I pull the phone away from my ear to look at the phone number he called from.

The same number as the other twelve messages—Holden’s number.

Holden called me thirteen times.

My breath catches. I haven’t known his number for years. I haven’t known how to reach him, despite the multiple pissed off speeches I’ve memorized through the years. Speeches I thought he’d never hear because I never had a way to contact him…

Until now.

The power of that makes my heart patter against my ribcage with the speed of a hummingbird’s wings.

It’s a power I shouldn’t be trusted with.

I delete the messages and shove my phone back deep into my pocket as Jill gives me a questioning glance. “Who was that?”

My throat tightens. She’s the one person I can’t lie to. “It was him.”

Her eyes go wide, filling with hope. “Maybe—”

“No,” I cut her off.

“You don’t even know what I was going to say!”

Curt finishes taking an order and scribbles some initials onto a cup, then thrusts it at me to make the iced matcha latte. I bend, retrieving the green powder from its container, and toss a scoop in the bottom of the cup.

“Fine,” I concede, uncapping the almond milk.

“What were you going to say?”

“Maybe he’s calling to offer you the part—”

“No,” I answer again, shoving the ice scoop into the bin.

“But how do you know?”

“I just do.” I dump the ice into the tea shaker, then push the lid on top. Giving it a good shake, I speak over the clatter. “If you’re being offered a role, the director isn’t the one who calls you. The casting director calls your agent. Then your agent calls you with the contracts that you comb through before there’s any formal acceptance.”

I hate the deflated look on Jill’s face. In some ways, she’s taking this even harder than I am.

Or I’m just that good at shutting off my emotions.

Which is the exact reason I didn’t get the part. Because Holden knows me too well. He knows I have trouble connecting, exposing my vulnerable side. Especially with him.

“The only reason Holden would call me himself is if I didn’t get the part, and he thinks this somehow makes him the hero to tell me in person.” I stare into the frothy light green beverage and snap the lid on top, avoiding Jill’s pitying stare.

A deep voice speaks up, resonating over the ambient noise of the coffee shop. “Maybe if you returned my calls, you’d know what the hell I wanted.”

My breath stalls halfway out of my lungs, and I snap my gaze up.

Holden.

For more information about Katana Collins and her books, visit her website:

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Book Tour: Review: The Secrets of Jane

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Seriously, how gorgeous is this book?! Have you read The Secrets of Jane yet? We highly suggest you do! Read on for more details, and visit one of Bookstagram hosts to win 1 of 2 book boxes.

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The Secrets of Jane: Forgotten (Improper Bastards Series #1)

Publication Date: September 19, 2023

Genre: Dark Romantasy

🗝️ Enemies-to-Lovers 💀 Empath Daddy 🗝️ Everyone is Morally Grey 💀 EPIC Pirating World 🗝️ Secrets and Mysteries 💀 One bed/ One Horse 🗝️ Captor becomes Protector 💀 Steamy, Angry Scenes until Alphahole Catches Feelings First

“I’m a disciplined man, Jane. I can stay here for as long as you need before the lesson sinks in that you don’t run from me while in my charge." -- Soren.

He's a Mercenary with powers that allow him feel the hearts/desires/fears of others. She's his target, and must guard her identity at all costs.

My village is aflame, and a deadly legend becomes my captor.

I’m to appear before the most elite faction of mercenaries and warlords, commanded to answer for a crime they refuse to explain. Even if my only guess for why they want me is wrong, they cannot have me. I’ve sworn to never return to Skull’s Row, home to thieves and killers; the graveyard of my childhood.

He plans to unbury every memory until my soul is stripped bare: Soren, my captor, is strangely fascinated by me. By what I hide. Of the scars I have.

I’m unwillingly drawn to him. To his brutality. He harbors the same viciousness that coats my veins. He even seems persistent in taking me for himself…

He’ll either be my reckoning, or my undoing.

The Witcher Meets Pirates of the Caribbean

This Dark Fantasy Romance is a Duet full of foul language, sensual scenes, and improper bastards.

Content Warning 18+: This series contains explicit scenes (3.5 chili peppers), depictions of war, battle violence, abduction, graphic depiction of violence, drugging, and overall a very crude world.

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Review

I received The Secrets of Jane in return for an honest review from R&R Book tours.

Jane has been on the run most of her life hiding but now her village is on fire and a stranger with a mask has arrived in town determined not to leave without her. Soren is on a mission capture the auburn haired beauty at any cost. However, she's not what he expected and the spark is instant for both. The more he learns about her secrets the more he's not willing to give her up yet if at all.

I love Jane she's an awesome character she has her softer compassionate side but is always willing to risk it all for her friends and doesn't back down. Soren is swoon worthy for a morally gray guy who's been working for the council. The have this instant little spark that grows as the book progresses and starts to sizzle. I love the relationship between Jane an Soren they have this steamy chemistry that just works. I also like the few side characters we had the chance to get to know Bones and Kathleen.

I devoured The Secrets of Jane in just one afternoon I was captivated by Jane's story right from the start I had to know what was going to happen next. I love that it's written in a dual pov because I really liked getting to see what Soren was thinking and going through. I really loved that I was able to connect with both characters they are engaging and I just love them together.

This is my first book by the author and I'm obsessed with her storytelling style. The Secrets of Jane is a captivating whirlwind action packed adventure that keeps you drawn in till the very end. This is a cliffhanger but don't let that keep you from diving right in. It's a unique story that mixes magic and pirates in a dark gritty world. I loved The Secrets of Jane its a beautiful story that I can't wait for the sequel to get my happy ever after. In the meantime I'm going to work my way through the authors other books. Highly recommend.

About the Author

Charlotte Mallory is eager to share her love for Dark Fantasy Romance stories, and dabbling in a few Contemporary Romances. What she enjoys most is taking well loved tropes and adding her own take on them. Right now, she greatly enjoys anything with Fantasy or Contemporary with an Alpha male lead, paired with a female lead that can absolutely handle her own! In her spare time, she enjoys nature, bonsai trees, coffee, and taking random art classes.

Charlotte Mallory

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Book Tour: Book Review: Prince of Never

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We're celebrating the release of Prince of Never by Lorelei Johnson and Hailey Jade, the first gorgeous book in their Curse of Fate and Fae series! Read on for more!

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Prince of Never (Curse of Fate and Fae #1)

Publication Date: September 25, 2023

Genre: Fantasy Romance/ Fae

Destined to love him. Destined to own him. Destined to destroy him.

Only one thing stands between Tarian and his crown: a woman prophesised to be his downfall. He'd expected a formidable enemy, but what he found was a human librarian. One who seems to have a penchant for recklessness and a serious lack of self-preservation. One who poses a serious dilemma.

How to take his crown when he can't remove the one thing standing in his way?

Imogen has always fought to keep control. Control of herself, control of her life. Because when the world thinks you're crazy, you have to show you aren't. Especially when you're not sure yourself. But when a fae prince takes her to another realm, she's forced to face her biggest fears.

Was she right all along or has she finally lost her mind?

With a strange bond pulling them together and dangers lurking around every corner, will they find that love is a blessing or a curse?

Prince of Never is the captivating first book in the Curse of Fate and Fae series. If you like fated mates, political intrigue, and star-crossed love, then you'll love this seductive fantasy romance by Lorelei Johnson & Hailey Jade. Available Here!

Review

I received Prince of Never in return for an honest review as part of the tour hosted by R&R Book Tours.

Imogen sees things that no one else sees, and has been attacked by creatures no one else sees. When she's kidnapped from the human world her life suddenly changes now she's the mate of the prince who doesn't want her. He's determined to find a way out because Imogen is going to be his downfall. The only problem for Tarian is he's having a hard time fighting the connection.

I love Imogen she's an lovely character and I loved that she's a librarian she's got the best job. Tarian was a little frustrating at first but as the book progresses he just kept getting better. They have this sizzling undeniable chemistry even if they are both living in denial. I like some of the support characters we've gotten to meet some unique ones in the fae world. I love the Imogen was able to find out more about why she's seeing the beings.

I loved the concept for the Prince of Never it's a unique story that captured my attention right from the start and I had a hard time putting it down. I ended up devouring it over the course of two days just because life get's in the way. The characters I found were easy to connect with I just really enjoyed them even if I wanted to beat some of them with a stick.

This is my first book by the author but I'm hooked they created a beautiful story that kept me on the edge of my seat till the very end. I really enjoyed Imogen's and Tarian's adventure as are forced to accept the mate bond. I'm a huge fan of fae story and love the way the authors created the courts. I loved every moment of prince of Never and can't wait to read the next book and see what happens to our pair. Highly recommend for fans of Romantasy a perfect blend of story with just the right amount of steamy.

About the Authors

Lorelei Johnson

Lorelei Johnson is an Australian romance author, primarily writing Paranormal Romance and Fantasy Romance. She graduated from Flinders University, where she studied English Literature and Creative Writing before she discovered her degree was useless and she hated studying in an institution. She went into administrative work where she learnt just enough business sense to start publishing her own books. Lorelei is fuelled by caffeine and sarcasm, priding herself as a true 90's kid. She labels her self-publishing as anti-establishment, but really she's just a chicken who decided to avoid the gatekeepers all together and enjoy the freedom to write whatever the heck she likes. Through her writing, she likes to explore the many facets of love and revel in a little magic and a little smut, of course.

Hailey Jade

Hailey Jade has tried to quit writing, but alas, the characters who live in her head will not stop yammering. She’s hoping that building them ink-and-paper homes will make them pipe down long enough for her to get some sleep. She likes creating fantasy worlds populated by complicated, morally-grey characters who try to resist their attraction to other complicated, morally-grey characters, but who inevitably fall in love, because everyone needs a Happily Ever After. Hailey has completed a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Teaching at Flinders University, and spends her daylight hours trying to convince reluctant teenagers to love books. She lives in regional South Australia with her partner, bouncy baby boy, and feline overlord.

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

Book Tour + Review: Grave Secrets

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Grave Secrets

Author - Cassandra Aston

Series - Prophecies of Angels and Demons #1

Genre - Paranormal Fantasy Romance

Format - Arc Paperback Review Copy

Published - May 31st 2023

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Synopsis

What would you sacrifice for the truth?

Life feels infinite when you're young, but Allie Graves knows all too well that she's living on borrowed time. Six years ago, she made a deal to save her life in exchange for service to the angels.

It seemed like a sweet bargain when she made it, but what do seventeen-year-olds know about making life choices? Now her six years of service are up and returning to her mortal life comes with some serious consequences.

To top it off, a mystery man has come into her life, but the angels aren't fond of his brand of magic, so they've made it their mission to end him. How's a girl supposed to get a date when the guy might not survive the week?

Allie has less than a month to uncover a family secret, save the hottie, and plan for life after angel duty. It's a tall order.

Fans of J Bree and Patricia Briggs will be swept away by this urban fantasy romance full of dark magic, family secrets, and gut-wrenching twists. From the first page to the last, you won't want to put it down. This book is recommended for 18+ due to mature content.

Book one in the Prophecies of Angels and Demons trilogy.

Review

I received Grave Secrets in return for an honest review from the author.

Allie has a month before her time as a reash her six year service time is coming to an end she has a month left before she has her mind wiped and is forced back to the human world. Deciding to figure out her plans for the future she sets off for the home she was left after her aunt passed away. Little did she know upon arriving in Bath that her life would change forever.

I love Allie she's been a hunter for the Angels fighting the demons that walk the earth she and she kicks butt doing it. I loved her first experience with chicken and waffles because I felt the same was she did. I loved Simon he's not perfect but he's a good guy trapped in a screwed up situation. I loved the chemistry between Allie and Simon they have this sweet connection.

Grave secrets is a fast paced action packed, whirlwind story that captures the heart as well as the imagination. The characters are easy to connect with you can't help falling in love and getting invested in the story. I really enjoyed the world building and the mystery involving Allie's family it was fascinating watching it unfold.

The author did a beautiful job creating a unique suspense fantasy with just enough romance to not overshadow the intriguing story. I loved everything about Grave Secrets it's a chunky book and sometimes that feels overwhelming but I didn't even notice that because I couldn't put it down and ended up losing all track of time. If you like a mystery with a little romance into the fantasy world Grave Secrets is your book. I loved every page and look forward to seeing what the next book entails!

About the Author

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Cassandra Aston grew up near Austin, TX on a ranch just outside the city. She holds a BA in Communications and an MS in Psychology, from USC.

Her love of reading and writing began when she was nine years old. She is a fan of all things fantasy but especially loves the Fae. Although her first series Prophecies of Angels and Demons doesn’t delve into the realm of the Fae, her 2022 NaNoWriMo project, which will be released in 2024, is an urban fantasy, stand-alone story that will take the reader deep into the world of Faerie.

Cassandra currently lives in Houston, TX with her family of four.

Cassandra Aston

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Friday, July 7, 2023

Book Tour: Spotlight: Lose Me in the Shadows

Lose Me In The Shadows

by Jo Brenner

Book 2 of Bad Heros

Published July 6th 2023

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Synopsis

She thought it was over.

Kara believed she was free.

Free to erase the brand left on her heart by the three men who thought they could own her. But when an enemy from her past reappears in her present, she’s forced to reckon with who she was—and who she’s become. The dark fire lit inside her by the men she left behind may be Kara’s only weapon against a predator intent on breaking her.

They’ve only just begun.

Conor, Micah, and Luke’s entire worldview has been shattered—by the woman they swore they’d never let go. After Kara’s betrayal, the ex-Navy SEALs decide they don’t believe in second chances…even for her. But when they learn their runaway girl’s life is on the line, the men will stop at nothing to get her back. She’s theirs—and only theirs.

And no one touches what belongs to them and lives.

Lose Me in the Shadowsis the second book in the Bad Heroes trilogy, a dark Navy SEAL second chance romance series. Although book two ends in a cliffhanger, the trilogy will end in an HEA. The heroine never has to choose between heroes for her HEA, and the heroes choose her and each other. Please check website for content notes.

You Can Follow Me

By Jo Brenner

Book 1 of Bad Heros

Published February 28th 2023

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For her it was a fling.

After her reputation blows up in New York, Kara takes off for parts unknown, determined to live life one thrill to the next. When a chance encounter with a Navy SEAL leads to the best sex of her life, the promise that it could be something more sends her running.

For them it's an obsession.

Sexy, brilliant, and lethal, Conor, Micah, and Luke have been best friends since they first joined the SEALS. Until Conor meets a daring redhead and their two-night stand becomes a dangerous obsession. Micah and Luke hatch a plan to convince Conor to move on—but after meeting Kara themselves, all bets are off.

When the three men capture her, she's forced to confront her feelings—and their anger. But Kara refuses to be anyone's captive. Though they may dominate her body, she's determined they'll never have her heart.

You Can Follow Me is a dark Navy SEAL second chance romance that ends on a cliffhanger. It is book one of a trilogy, and the trilogy ends in an HEA. The heroine never has to choose between heroes for her HEA, and the heroes choose her and each other. Please check website for content notes.

REVIEWS

"So s*xy and fun as h*ll! I loved every second of those h*rny, possessive disasters. I gobbled it up like these Navy SEALs gobbled up the heroine." WSJ and USA Today Bestselling Author Sierra Simone

Friday, June 30, 2023

Book Tour: Book Review: This Wicked Fate

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Have you read This Wicked Fate yet? Check out this exciting new dark fantasy by Amanda Aggie! We'll be touring all week and there is an amazing giveaway so make sure to visit one of our hosts on Instagram!

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This Wicked Fate (Realm of Monsters #1)

Publication Date: May 31, 2023

Genre: Dark Fantasy Romance

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For fans of The Witcher and Brave, this fantasy romance, featuring a fierce heroine and a druid with Golden Retriever energy, is both steamy and swoon worthy!

I’m the Princess of Solaria, a realm full of beasts that could make the Devil cower. Except that title means nothing, because I’ll be dead by the week’s end.

Like my sisters before me, the moment I turned twenty-three, my father announced a gauntlet. A fight to the death, where the most ruthless of the land could try to claim me as their bride.

Desperate, I entered the gauntlet and fought for my own hand. Only the mad king is a twisted monster who loves to play tricks, and now instead of wearing a crown, I’m a prisoner, set to be executed for defying the king’s tradition.

I start to fear that things can’t get any worse, but I’m quickly proven wrong when I’m shoved into a cage with a man I’ve never met before. Who knows why he’s in chains… but if he can lend me a hand, we might have a chance to escape this wicked fate.

Trigger Warnings: Gore, steamy scenes intended for those 18+ years of age, monsters, animalistic behavior, blood, murder, dismemberment, and violence.

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Book Review

I received This Wicked Fate in return for an honest review from the author as part of the book tour hosted by R&R Book Tours.

Eva wanted to believe her father when he told her she was special. That she wouldn't have a gauntlet like her sisters before her had all faced as the prize. On her 23rd birthday she's not surprised her father lied he's still hunting for an heir. However, she's not going to be willing and volunteers to fight for her self in the gauntlet. When things go horribly wrong she's forced to flee into the forest, and ends up captured.

I love Eva right from the start I found her just the right balance of sweet and savage. I just loved her right from the start and as she grew as a character I loved her even more. She stole my heart. I think Finn just complements her in all the right ways and how he was willing to risk everything for it just made me love him more. They have this sweet insta love thing going on but I feel like the fates threw them together when they needed each other the most. I loved that Eva and her beast have this running internal conversation arguing over everything but in the end it's because her beast wants to see her live.

I knew the moment I read it's compared to the Witcher and Brave which are two of my favorite show/movies. This is my first book by the author and I'm addicted to her captivating storytelling. The story just flowed it's action packed, steamy and kept me wanting more till the end. I devoured the book in just one afternoon. The author has done a beautiful job creating a complex world that captures the heart as well as the imagination.

I really enjoying meeting the cast of her series Dark Halos it was just the perfect tease that I needed to pick up the first one. I love the world that the author created it's a unique twist on mythology. I'm enchanted by realm of monsters where Eva is from, as I'm a little hooked on monster books. I truly enjoyed every moment of the book and didn't want it to end. I need more of Eva and Finn. This one is going to be a re-read book for sure. I can't wait for the next one to come out as well as explore the Dark Halos series.

About the Author

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Best known for her #1 Amazon bestselling series, Dark Halos, Amanda Aggie writes steamy dark fantasy romance. She’s a wife, a mother to two beautiful tiny humans, and has a stellar caffeine addiction. More importantly, she writes choking-hazard fantasy romance that will have you laughing out loud, swooning, and biting your nails all in one sitting.

Almost all of her books take place in the seven realms of Hell, which she’s often described as, “If Hell and Wonderland got together and had a baby.” You’ll find creatures of all kinds—fae, demons, dragons, witches, and more—along with morally gray villains, and steam. So, grab you some pearls to clutch before you enter the seven realms, and get lost in the chaos.

Amanda Aggie

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