Tuesday, 30 October 2018

Review: Throw the Key

Throw the Key Throw the Key by Christine Barfknecht
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a new to me author. I’ll certainly be keeping an eye out for further releases.

I gotta say I really enjoyed this read. Firstly the cover and blurb grabbed me straight away.

Jenna is a strong likeable main character. She will do anything to protect her kids and keep them safe. When her husband rings her to tell her he’s coming to collect the family and they need to go away she knows her life is about to change dramatically. I think I’d have freaked out but Jenna is strong and courageous.

The story was told at a steady pace which I liked. Can’t really say much more without spoilers so I recommend you give this a go. Looking forward to reading more from this author in the future.

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Review: Secrets

Secrets Secrets by Aleatha Romig
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book one in the Web of Sin trilogy.

What a fabulous start to this trilogy. I couldn’t get enough and read in a day. Thankfully we won’t be left waiting for long for the next two books.

Sterling Sparrow is the new alpha male to grace our presence. He’s off the charts hot and I can’t wait for more of him.
Araneae is a brilliant main female character. I absolutely loved these two characters.

Lots of twists and turns that had me on the edge of my seat. After that superb ending I can’t wait to read more of this series and these characters.

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Review: Chasing the Sunrise

Chasing the Sunrise Chasing the Sunrise by H.A. Robinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book two in The Young Hearts Duet. Make sure you read The Pebble Jar before you read this story.

We were introduced to Tom in book one so I was delighted to get the chance to read his story.
Through his story we see how thoughtful and kind Tom is. My heart broke for him.

I found this to be a brilliantly written emotional story with plenty of angst. I honestly didn’t want it to end.go read this duet for yourself and feel all the feels. I loved it.

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Review: The Pebble Jar

The Pebble Jar The Pebble Jar by H.A. Robinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s been quite a while since I read a YA but I fancied a change of genres so decided to give this a go. I’m so so glad I did as this was a wonderful read.

The author has a great knack with words in that she knows how to make her characters real and her readers feel. She weaves her words in such a way that you can’t help but love and feel for the characters.

This is an ideal young adult story that you would want to read with your son/daughter and chat about it afterwards.

This is a new author to me and I’m delighted I gave her a try. Looking forward to reading more from her in the future.

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Review: Heath

Heath Heath by K. Webster
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love K. Webster’s writing and excited to read a Nikki Ash story as she’s new to me.

Go in blind. I’m sure I say that quite a bit but you just need to with this story. This story pulled me through so many emotions. Definitely one of those stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Brilliant characters and one of the best storylines I’ve read this year. These two authors wrote a great story that flowed well together.

As a blogger I crave new storylines. I read so much I need different. Having said that if an author can retell a classic then I’m all in. This is a total awesome read. Can’t recommend it highly enough.

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Review: Invictus

Invictus Invictus by Yolanda Olson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These two authors certainly know how to write. Combine their minds and you get one awesome mess with your head kinda read. This is one of those stories where you are sure it’s gonna go one way and then it goes another way. I absolutely love when a book messes with my head like that.

Robbie, August and Atasha are three fantastic characters. So likeable yet unpredictable.

This without a doubt is going to be one of my favourite reads this year. If your looking for a brilliant well written read that you won’t be able to put down then I highly recommend this gem.

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By Michelle Pace & Yolanda Olson

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I don't like the shadows or the darkness that they hide though it's all I've ever known. Fear resides there—lurking and consuming what little is left of me. 

I’m intimate with my demons. I know their game, but I cannot master it. I've been running for a long time but there's only so far to go before they catch me and force me into a devious dance so dark that there’ll be no turning back.

And that's why I need him. 

That’s why I came home.

My brother’s my salvation from this malevolence. He's taken inventory of my skeletons and knows how to calm the rage when it washes over me like a typhoon, drowning me in pain and regret. But August doesn't know the monster that I've become. I’m afraid of what he’ll do if he finds out. 

He's my salvation and I refuse to lose him.

Not because I got carried away.

And certainly not to her.

Because my older brother has plenty of demons too.

And one of them is sleeping in his bed.

Monday, 29 October 2018

Review: Invictus

Invictus Invictus by Yolanda Olson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These two authors certainly know how to write. Combine their minds and you get one awesome mess with your head kinda read. This is one of those stories where you are sure it’s gonna go one way and then it goes another way. I absolutely love when a book messes with my head like that.

Robbie, August and Atasha are three fantastic characters. So likeable yet unpredictable.

This without a doubt is going to be one of my favourite reads this year. If your looking for a brilliant well written read that you won’t be able to put down then I highly recommend this gem.

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Review: Hush Hush

Hush Hush Hush Hush by Mel Sherratt
My rating: 0 of 5 stars

I seriously can’t believe this is my first read by this author. Although I have some of her previous books I just have t had a chance. I’m so glad I read this as I’ll now be reading her others.

DS Grace Allendale has moved back to her home town. Along with working with a new team she has her first murder to investigate. All is not as it seems when the investigation leads her to her step family.

This is a well thought out storyline. Brilliant page turner with plenty of twists and turns. I absolutely loved it. Can’t wait to read more from this author.






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Tatiana part 1- blog tour



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The Broken Winged Angel Series Book 1

When nursing student Jane graduated a semester early and returned home for Christmas break she expected to spend the time visiting her depressed mother, who developed a nasty drug habit after the death of Jane’s father. Jane was instead greeted by her mother being held at gunpoint by her drug dealer “Big Daddy.” In a desperate attempt to save her mother’s life, Jane agrees to work off her mother’s debt as one of Big Daddy’s “entertainers.”
In an instant, Big Daddy has taken everything from Jane including her family, her name and her freedom. As Jane adjusts to her new life as Tatiana, the sex worker, she desperately attempts to hold on to her identity, dignity and any semblance of safety or normalcy. She struggles to navigate the dynamics of living and working with the other girls and how best to cope with servicing the club patrons. Will Jane survive and continue to recognize the woman she sees in the mirror each day?
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EXCERPT

Excerpt 3: PG-13
Zach closed the door. It helped to muffle the sounds of the club so we could speak at a decent volume.
“Zach, I—”
He stepped towards me and wrapped both arms around me. He pulled me into his chest, “You scared me. You were bleeding, and crying and you just passed out,” he said.
“I’m sorry,” I said. I wrapped my arms around his torso as well. After a few more seconds he pulled back and held me by my waist. He leaned in and he kissed me. I pushed my mouth back into his a little more firmly. He pushed back. I felt his tongue graze my lower lip. I bit down on his lower lip before I let him slide his tongue into my mouth. He pulled my body closer to his. He felt warm. I slid my hands up his chest and over his shoulders. He stepped back with me towards the desk. I perched on its edge. He pushed himself between my legs. I felt his warm hands move from my bared stomach down onto my hips. He moved one hand onto my thigh and pushed it up under my skirt. He caressed my inner and outer thigh. All the while we remained kissing, now with both our tongues moving against each other. He was the first to break from our lip lock.
“You wanted my help?” he asked.
“Yeah with my hand,” I said.
I had to catch my breath. He lifted my hand and untied the knot. He unraveled it slowly and tossed the dishrag into the waste barrel when it was completely unwound. He pulled gauze and medical tape from the kit. He poured hydrogen peroxide onto one of the gauze pads. I pulled my hand back a little anticipating the sting. Zach reached out and took my hand and gingerly pressed the wet pad onto my wound.
“This kind of reminds me of your first night on the job,” he said.
“Oh yeah! You did bring out the first aid kit didn’t you?”
“Yeah. I totally wanted to take care of you too,” he said.
“What do you mean?” I asked.
He moved his hand over the spot on my leg where a small pink scar laid, “What guy in their right mind would want to miss a chance of playing doctor with you. Plus I thought you were really cute. I wanted to get into your good graces,” he said.
“Why? So I wouldn’t tell Big Daddy you were dealing drugs to us?”
“Well there is that, but I also enjoy being able to do this,” he said as he leaned into me and kissed me once more.




 ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Part I Tatiana is the first novel in Rose Flynn's debut series Broken Winged Angel. Rose Flynn has had a passion for writing since she was 12 years old. She grew up in Yonkers, New York and attended college and graduate school in Pennsylvania. She currently lives in the suburbs outside of Philadelphia with her husband and two cats.