Thursday, September 27, 2018

Rhythm & Blue by S.L. Jennings is Live. Check out my Review!






SYNOPSIS

I fell in love with a boy whose laughter was the soundtrack of my heart. And I played it on repeat until life’s streetlights flickered on and stole him away.


Riot Blu.
Top 40 f*ckboi.
Paparazzi player.
Trashy reality TV trainwreck.


But once upon a time, he was the boy next door.


Once upon a time, he was every note in every song on every mixtape he had ever made for me.


Now he’s back. A lot more arrogant. A little more tortured. And more gorgeous than any memory I held dear could do justice.


I know no good can come from being anywhere near him.
But Seattle is only so big, and if I’m going to get the exclusive of my career, I have to swallow my pride, take that dreaded walk down memory lane and agree to his terms.


Move in with him.
Immerse myself in his life—the life he left me to build.
And try not to fall back in love with the man who ripped my world in two.

Darra's Review:

Read this book in one day and Loved it! Despite all Musicians are known for being manwho$es, I love them. Since is written by S.L. Jennings, I couldn’t pass it up. Each character is unique. From Hate, to love, to despair, to understanding. Rhythm and Blue pulled every string in my heart.

Rox begins the story with her blinding hatred for Riot. Although she grew up with him, they went their separate ways. A decade later, she is pushed to meet with him. When she finally see’s him, you could tell Blu Riot was enamored with her. Her plan was to get this job completed quickly to continue with her life that did not include him. That was derailed almost immediately.

Riot, how do I begin? He is amazing and complex. The life of a well know musician is hard and cliché. You find out hat his plans are and it is all about Rox. However, his plans do not go his way. I loved him and loathed him at times. As if he was real. He played with my emotions and had a few moments of tearing up.

I was a big ball of stress and was waiting for the HEA. And freaking a little at the end because Poppy would never go away. Talking about a character I wanted to physically slap her in face! Ugh. Despite that skinny, horrible character, the story ended the way it was meant to.

BTW-I need more of Kaz. He is wonderful and he needs his own book. Too good of a guy to leave out. S.L.-I am talking to you. Next on your writing list.

I rate the book a 4.7 out of 5. It has been at least a year that I read from beginning to end in one day. This book deserved that time.

***To make this a uniquely immersive reading experience, the RHYTHM & BLU ebook will contain in-story links to listen to songs that tell Rox & Riot's story while you read!***



GENRE: Contemporary Romance
RELEASE DATE: 9/27/18
COVER DESIGNER: Letitia Hasser of RBA Designs
COVER MODEL: Kaz Van der Waard
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AUTHOR BIO



S.L. Jennings is a proud military wife to her high school sweetheart, a mom of 3 rowdy boys, and a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary and paranormal romance. When she’s not obsessing over book boyfriends, you can find her hanging out with a few epic fictional loves at independent bookstores, or sipping a Bloody Mary at her favorite brunch haunt in Spokane, Washington. She’s a self-proclaimed food snob, makeup junkie and lover of all things shiny, sparkly and kitschy.

Tuesday, September 25, 2018

You & Me by Melody Eve and my Review!

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You & Me, the stunning conclusion to the Together Duet by Melody Eve is available NOW!


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After six years of watching over her, Roman finally made his move. Now he and Aria are in the middle of an unexpected whirlwind romance.
Well, unexpected for Aria at least.
Now that he has her, Roman will do everything in his power to make sure she's safe. Convinced that it’s Aria's ex who is responsible for the hang-up calls and cryptic messages that have been left in her apartment, Roman is covering all the bases to keep her safe.
But will his overprotective alpha male ways drive Aria away? Or will her stalker get through his line of defense?
Roman isn’t about to let his second chance at love get away. One way or another he will make sure they get through this together.
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Darra’s Review:

Keeping it real, I didn’t like Aria at the beginning of Him and I. She made things too difficult. However Him and I had a great cliff hanger. You & Me is a great follow up book. You definitely feel happy with the ending.
The first book you will think Roman is a little of a psycho side. I mean, who really does that? Waits 6 years for someone? However you will be a ball of mush at the end of this book. Despite his stalkerish ways(which in the book they mention that), I loved him. Aria finally becomes the girl I like. Stops pouting and allows herself to feel something for Roman. He does everything for her. Partly because of his past. Which he had no control over. He is alpha and the sweetest way. I think they truly belong together. Meant to be.

I rate the book a 4.5 out of 5.



Excerpt:
“Now, now, you two stop it. My word, sometimes I feel like you two are back in elementary school the way you bicker. We are here to cheer Aria up, smile, laugh,” she says coming closer. She places her hands on the table, palms down, and leans toward the three of us. “Be nice,” she says in a low, serious tone directed at Roman and Leeza, not me. Her faces switches from stern to sweet when her eyes move to me. “Tell me, poor dear, how did you injure your head in the first place? We haven’t had time to really chat and get to know each other.” Roman coughs and clears his throat. With a twinkle in his eye, he stands to help Ella who has just arrived with our dinner. He loves the thought of me explaining how I came to knock myself out drinking in his shower. “Well, it’s kind of embarrassing actually.” “Oh well, I don’t want to embarrass you. How did you two meet?” Oh great, one embarrassing story to the next. “You remember, don’t you? I was at the resort, and Roman overheard me telling the desk clerk that I was traveling alone. He struck up a conversation, and here we are, not very exciting, I’m afraid.” “Oh come now, it wasn’t quite like that.” Roman is spreading a tablecloth on the table listening to my altered version of our story. “Tell her the truth, Mom will understand.” Julia’s eyebrows pop up intrigued to hear the truth. I grip the sheets at my sides and dive in thinking of how many ways I can torture Roman from this bed later on for pushing me into this uncomfortable position. “Well, as you already know, I was on my honeymoon alone. My ex-fiancé was on the phone at the front desk, and the clerk came to my room to encourage me to answer his call. He was worried David, that’s my ex, would come to the resort and cause a scene if I didn’t. Roman happened by and,” I pause suddenly wondering if Roman had actually happened by at all. “Wait, did you know David was on the phone? Were you following that clerk to my room?” I ask Roman who is now wearing a sly grin. “I followed you to Mexico. I knew what room you were in, and yes, I knew it was David on the phone. There was no way I was going to let him disturb you, but it was the perfect way to come to your rescue, don’t you think?” This is why he wanted me to tell our story, to point out that our meeting wasn’t an accident after all. “Nice. Now I have to think of our meeting as a setup instead of fate. I guess I should have realized after you told me you’d been watching me like a creepy stalker for six years.” “Oh, she got you there, Mufasa,” Leeza taunts grinning. Roman straightens up and points at his sister. “Shut up, Leeza.” Then he switches his focus to me. “I’ll have you know I was not stalking you. Think of me as your guardian angel. I was merely keeping my eye on you to make sure you were safe.” “I’m an intelligent, educated, grown woman. I didn’t nor do I now need a guardian angel watching over me to make sure I’m safe.” My words are delivered with a smidge more venom than I had intended, but he gets the point. I’m irritated, back off. “Touché, Ms. Savage, touché.” He rounds the table and leans over his mother to kiss me ever so gently on the mouth. An apology of sorts, the only kind of apology Roman gives, I imagine. Julia sighs like a love-sick teenager swooning over a rock star. “I like the two of you together. You don’t put up with my son’s overbearing ways, and he has learned how to say ‘I’m sorry’ with a kiss.” “I know how to apologize, Mother. And that was not an apology kiss,it was a let’s call it even kiss for your information.” He looks at me, and I know he’s full of shit. He may not admit it, but he just said I’m sorry.
About Melody:
Melody Eve began writing as a hobby in 2014 and slowly learned that weaving stories and creating characters was addictive. Now, after writing for years under other pen names for other people she has decided to write from the heart for herself. Melody is a tender hearted compassionate woman who would like nothing more than to give every person she meets a happily ever after. Since that’s not possible in real life she does it through her stories.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2018

I Bet You Cover Reveal by Ilsa Madden-Mills

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Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ilsa Madden-Mills returns with an all-new swoon-fest of a novel about what happens when you look beyond labels and take a chance on love.

I Bet You, an all-new sexy college romance standalone is coming October 29th, and we have the hot new cover!

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Sexy Athlete: I bet you…
Penelope Graham: Burn in hell, quarterback.
The late night text is random but Penelope knows exactly who “Sexy Athlete” is. And why she shouldn't take his wager.
Ryker Voss.
Football star.
Walks on water and God's gift to women.
Just ask him.
His bet? He promises Penelope he’ll win her the heart of the nerdy guy she’s been crushing on. His plan—good old-fashioned jealousy. Once her crush sees her kissing Ryker, he'll realize what he's missing. Sounds legit, right? The only question is…why is Ryker being so nice to her?
Penelope Graham.
Virgin.
Lover of sparkly vampires and calculus.
His mortal enemy.
Penelope knows she shouldn’t trust a jock, but what’s a girl to do when she needs a date to Homecoming? And Ryker’s keeping a secret, another bet, one that could destroy Penelope’s heart forever.
Will the quarterback score the good girl or will his secret mean everyone loses at this game of love?

Cover Designer: Shanoff Designs
Photographer: Wander Aguiar
Model: Steven
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publishing Date: October 29, 2018
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About the Author Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USA Today best-selling author Ilsa Madden-Mills writes about strong heroines and sexy alpha males that sometimes you just want to slap. She's best known for her angsty, heartfelt new adult college romances. A former high school English teacher, she adores all things Pride and Prejudice; Mr. Darcy is her ultimate hero. She's also addicted to frothy coffee beverages, Vampire Diaries, and any kind of book featuring unicorns and sword-wielding females.
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You & Me by Melody Eve is Live!

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You & Me, the stunning conclusion to the Together Duet by Melody Eve is LIVE!

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After six years of watching over her, Roman finally made his move. Now he and Aria are in the middle of an unexpected whirlwind romance.
Well, unexpected for Aria at least.
Now that he has her, Roman will do everything in his power to make sure she's safe. Convinced that it’s Aria's ex who is responsible for the hang-up calls and cryptic messages that have been left in her apartment, Roman is covering all the bases to keep her safe.
But will his overprotective alpha male ways drive Aria away? Or will her stalker get through his line of defense?
Roman isn’t about to let his second chance at love get away. One way or another he will make sure they get through this together.
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Download your copy today or read FREE in Kindle Unlimited!
*Special release price of 99¢*
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About Melody:
Melody Eve began writing as a hobby in 2014 and slowly learned that weaving stories and creating characters was addictive. Now, after writing for years under other pen names for other people she has decided to write from the heart for herself. Melody is a tender hearted compassionate woman who would like nothing more than to give every person she meets a happily ever after. Since that’s not possible in real life she does it through her stories.
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Tuesday, September 4, 2018

You & Me Cover Reveal by Melody Eve

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You & Me, the stunning conclusion to the Together Duet by Melody Eve is coming September 19th!

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You & Me by Melody Eve
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publishing Date: September 19th, 2018
Cover Designer: Shanoff Designs
Roman and Aria are in the middle of an unexpected whirlwind romance. Well… unexpected for Aria at least.
After six years of watching over her, Roman finally made a move when she was about to walk down the aisle with a man not worth the change in her purse.
Now that he has her, he will do everything in his power to make sure she stays in his life. Convinced that it’s her ex who is responsible for the hang-up calls and cryptic messages left in her apartment he is covering all the bases to keep her safe. But will his overprotective alpha male ways drive her away? Or will her stalker get through his line of defense and leave him alone once again.
Roman isn’t about to lose his second chance at love, one way or another he will make sure they get through this together.
Add to GoodReads: http://bit.ly/2wbx533
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Start the Duet with Him & I today!
Amazon Worldwide: https://mybook.to/himandi
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About Melody:
Melody Eve began writing as a hobby in 2014 and slowly learned that weaving stories and creating characters was addictive. Now, after writing for years under other pen names for other people she has decided to write from the heart for herself. Melody is a tender hearted compassionate woman who would like nothing more than to give every person she meets a happily ever after. Since that’s not possible in real life she does it through her stories. MelodyEveLogo.jpg
Connect with Melody:
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