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Top Ten Books I’d Recommend To my older Sister

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Top Ten Tuesday is, as always, hosted by The Broke and the Bookish.

So my sister is a reader just as I am, perhaps not as much as me, but she does enjoy a good book. So here is my list to her as to what she should read next as I know we like the same type of books. Here is my list.

Cassandra Clare My sister saw the City of Bones movie and was excited to read the books, and who has read every book in the series thus far? She was a little upset that we didn’t read it together.

The Mortal Instruments Series

1. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare

2. City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare

3. City of Glass by Cassandra Clare

4. City of fallen Angels by Cassandra Clare

5. City of Lost Souls by Cassandra Clare

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The Driven Trilogy

6. Driven by K. Bromberg

  7. Fueled by K. Bromberg

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The Crossfire Series

8. Bared to You By Sylvia Day

9. Reflected in You by Sylvia Day

10. Entwined with you by Sylvia Day

Book Review: Treasure Your Love by J.C. Reed

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treasureyourlove 4 Stars

SYNOPSIS:

Meeting Jett was like a drug. Dangerous. Addictive. And better forbidden. In his game, there’s a high price to be paid. But how much is too much?

Brooke Stewart, a realtor in New York, was never in love until she met the green eyed, sexy as sin, six foot two sex god, Jett. The man to whom she surrendered. The man who hurt her once only to conquer her heart again.

Sexy, handsome, and arrogant Jett Mayfield knows he has found his match. Brooke is like no other woman he’s ever met and he has every intention of keeping her in his bed.

Their future seems full of promise…until the past is catching up with them and dark secrets threaten to destroy their lives. Soon they realize that to love means to lose, and some choices are harder than others.

When everything comes crashing down, can mistakes be amended…or will he lose her forever?

A woman who surrendered to love.
A man who would do anything to protect her.
Two lives that are about to be tested…and the last secrets laid bare.

MY REVIEW:

Ok, I have to admit this….I started reading TYL and things started coming up that I couldn’t remember so I had to go back and read CYL again. Yeah this happens when you read a series and then wait for the next book to come out. But TYL begins just about where its predecessor left off.

Jett and Brooke are back together but it’s still a secret as office politics would make their lives miserable if word got out. However, the story line takes several twists and unimaginable turns, which where totally unexpected. You want action……..yes it’s definitely jammed packed into this one and you will love every second reading it. Remember this secret society that’s like the sub plot of the storyline………well get ready for it to really surface………..DANTE………..that is all. With Dante, having one object of affection on his radar, Brooke’s life is even more in danger and Jett will do whatever it takes to keep his family safe.

In TYL, the author gave us a deeper look into Jett’s past life pre Brooke, and wow what a past he has. Jett’s past come back to haunt him as he is trying to protect Brooke’s future. Not only does he have to face his past in his present, which is something he never expected he had to do, but he has to do it in front of and with the feisty, stubborn woman who’s carrying his child. Terrified and thrilled to learn more about the man she loves, Brooke has no idea what Jett was into before her, only vague ideas, but what she finds herself in is the ride of her life, for her life.

Their love and trust is put through many grueling obstacles in this book and the loyalty of every one they come in contact is tested. Talk about secrets and scandals……whoa!!! Just when you think the author could not throw anything else in the mix, she does and thats why you won’t be able to put this book down!

I wasn’t to crazy about the ending, but hey I guess it had to end somehow. At least it wasn’t a cliffhanger, but it felt very much unfinished to me. Then the Epilogue gave me a little insight as to why………..this is not the last we will see of these characters. Thank you J.C. Reed for knowing we just couldn’t let Jett and Brooke go. There is still so much to explore with them and I’m looking forward to reading more.

Mz V

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Book Review: Wanted (Wanted #1) by Amanda Lance

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3 Stars

SYNOPSIS:

Considering she’s a girl who calculates everything, Addie Battes knew the statistical probability of being abducted in her lifetime—too bad she never analyzed the odds of falling in love with her captor.

While stopping at a crowded rest area one summer night, seventeen-year-old Addie accidentally catches a truck hijacking in progress. Desperate to rid the crime of its only witness, one of the thieves kidnaps Addie. Yet surprisingly, when a renegade thief attempts to silence her for good, Addie is saved by the very man who abducted her. Now, forced on board a cargo ship in the middle of the ocean, Addie finds herself surrounded by international smugglers who want nothing more than to throw her overboard.

All except the artistic and intriguing Charlie Hays, whose strange protectiveness convinces Addie to trust him, even when common sense tells her otherwise. Yet, despite her doubt, and his unrelenting temper, their relationship develops into something much more. But, Charlie’s scorned colleague has stowed away, and as he seeks revenge against his coworker, Addie and Charlie are forced to put their new love—and lives—at risk.

MY REVIEW:

Addie Bates is a 17 year old girl who finds herself at a fuel station to grab coffee for her Dad and herself  after dropping her brother off at the military base. While standing in line she has a chance meeting with a mysterious guy (Charlie) after he whispered something over her shoulder about the book she was currently immersed in. Addie a little  taken aback, quickly felt flattered by the unexpected attention and thought that this mysterious guy was, in fact, pretty nice to look at though she couldn’t see his eyes hidden behind the dark shades. With their interaction cut short, Addie gets the coffee she came in for and heads to the exist only to realize that the main exists are a little congested thus forcing the impatient Addie to look for an alternative way out. Finding herself in the back of the fueling station where the trucks are, Addie hears a strange noise and decides to investigate, but what she came across would change her life drastically. In an attempt to flee unnoticed, Addie backs right into the hands of her kidnapper and despite her best efforts at self defense she is thrown into the back of a van.

I originally picked this book to read because the blurb did catch my attention with the indication of romance and kidnapping, so I was excited when I began reading this book. The first few pages were a breeze and then I found myself struggling for a little while to keep reading. I’m not sure if some of the content such as the age difference of both of the main characters or the notion that some of the things that transpired were a little difficult for me to believe were contributing factors but for a few chapters I really just wanted to put this one to the side and move on to my next book.   Despite this lull in reading I continued and I’m glad that I did.

To me the action didn’t pick up until later in the book and I found it much easier to read and very enjoyable. Yes, the romance between Addie and Charlie begins to build as she has come to terms with the fact that she has feelings for the guy who kidnapped her. Charlie as well begins to let her in on his feelings for her as well. But the action that took place on the ship was very enjoyable and downright page turning. This is where I felt the author could have spent more time developing the content and expanding on some of the things and situations that just seemed cut short. I just personally could believe more of a romance building from Charlie’s constant protection of Addie with more  interaction with danger from…………. (I will not give a spoiler) Charlie’s scorned colleague. :-) It’s hard for me to believe that a young inexperienced girl can fall in love with her kidnapper in a few short days. I can understand and believe there is a physical attraction but love………I’m not convinced.

Although I had a few content issues with the book and believe there are areas that need more development and/or explanation, in general it was a good read. The cover did lead me to believe that there would be a fair amount of naked play time between the two, but I was happy that there was no sexual encounters between Addie and Charlie mostly because of the age thing but also because I felt like something was missing in this growing romance. I am a bit curious to read the sequel to see if more content has been added to better develop the plot as well as the romance, and lets not forget the action scenes that should push and pull Addie and Charlie together.

Mz V

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Book Review: Fueled (The Driven Trilogy) Book #2 by K. Bromberg

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5 STARS

SYNOPSIS: 

What happens when the one person you never expected suddenly happens to be the one you’ll fight the hardest to keep?

Colton stole my heart. He wasn’t supposed to, and I sure as hell didn’t want him to, but he crashed into my life, ignited feelings within me that I thought had died forever, and fueled a passion that I never knew could exist.

Rylee fell out of that damn storage closet and into my life. Now I don’t think I’ll ever be the same. She’s seen glimpses of the darkness within me, and yet she’s still here. Still fighting for me. She is without a doubt the saint, and I am most definitely the sinner.

How is it the one thing neither of us wanted—neither of us anticipated that fateful night—has us fighting so hard to keep?

He steals my breath, stops my heart, and brings me back to life again all in a split second of time. But how can I love a man who won’t let me in? Who continually pushes me away to prevent me from seeing the damaged secrets in his past? My heart has fallen, but patience and forgiveness can only go so far.

How can I desire a woman who unnerves me, defies me, and forces me to see that in the deep, black abyss of my soul there’s someone worthy of her love? A place and person I swore I’d never be again. Her selfless heart and sexy body deserve so much more than I’ll ever be capable of giving her. I know I can’t be what she needs, so why can’t I just let her go?

We are driven by need and fueled with desire, but is that enough for us to crash into love?

MY REVIEW:

K. Bromberg delivers an amazing follow up to Driven, picking up right where it left off.

“Spiderman. Batman. Superman. Ironman.”

I felt like I was on an emotional roller coaster while reading this novel.  Fueled sets you heart and mind on a direct collision course of drama, passion and all things unimaginable. I’m so caught up in this series that I’m NOT able to form coherent thoughts, let along attempt to write about it.

‘My body reacts instinctively to Colton’s movements –

driven by such unexpected need,

fueled by such a relentless desire,

and crashing into unimaginable possibilities.’ ~ 

I really liked Rylee in Driven, and here in the second book, she’s still the feisty, say whats on her mind, will not settle woman who came into Colton’s life, but she has also grown in this novel. Her determination to understand and help heal the man she loves, has her refusing to be pushed over and making strides in holding her ground against the force of nature that is Colton Donovan. And a force of nature he is ladies!!!! But even in her demands, Rylee is terrified that it will be these same demands that might drive him away completely.

I’m not going to give spoilers, but Fueled really gave more than glimpses of what makes Colton Donovan, Colton Donovan. Through this hard alpha male exterior, I really began to really get Colton and what he’s going through and trying damn hard to keep hidden. Boy does he have some things hidden, and, wow, what a story he has, which continues to unfold. At times I found myself really hurting with and for Colton. Yet I can’t imagine what it is really like to live as he is doing.

Their internal and external battles with each other has you holding on to the edge of your seat and fanning at the increased intensity between the two. They each knew just how to tick the other off which resulted in certain lines being drawn in the sand, obstacles arising everywhere, and oftentimes, reacting from a place of fear and pain.

Fueled had a truly unforgettable, cliffhanging ending!!  It was breathtaking, emotional, thrilling, frightening, amazing, beautiful, and crafted in such a way that yet again I’m hot as fish grease because “Crashed (Book 3)” hasn’t been release yet.  UGH!!!!!! I’m so thankful that this sequel was even better than the first novel, but you must read Driven first!!. K. Bromberg is an amazing writer and I’m so happy that I stumbled across this series.

OH MY GOODNESS THIS BOOK IS…. BEYOND AWESOME.  Grab both books if you haven’t gotten them yet.  

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Book Review: Driven (The Driven Trilogy) Book #1 by K. Bromberg

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SYNOPSIS:

Rylee Thomas is used to being in control. But she’s about to meet the one man that just might make her enjoy losing it… I am the exception to the rule. In a world full of willing women, I’m a challenge to the roguish and achingly handsome Colton Donavan. A man used to getting exactly what he wants in all aspects of life. He’s the reckless bad boy constantly skating that razor thin edge toward out of control, on and off of the track. Colton crashes into my life like a tornado: sapping my control, testing my vulnerabilities beyond their limits, and unintentionally penetrating the protective wall around my healing heart. Tearing apart the world I rebuilt so carefully with structure, predictability, and discipline. I can’t give him what he wants and he can’t give me what I need. But after a glimpse beneath his refined exterior into the dark secrets of his damaged soul, can I bring myself to walk away? Our sexual chemistry is undeniable. Our individual need for complete control is irrefutable. But when our worlds collide, is the chemistry enough to bring us together or will our untold secrets and battle of wills force us apart?

My REVIEW:

Dealing with issues of her past, Rylee Thomas has found an outlet and passion in her job at Corporate Cares, that keeps her very busy. Taking control of her life has been a refuge and a defense mechanism to her healing heart. Taking lead in a project to raise funding for the expansion of a group home for orphans in her care, Rylee’s charity date auction event seems to be going well, that is until she remembers that she has forgotten a few key items to the actual auction. Headed backstage to retrieve the missing items prior to the auction bidding Rylee finds herself in an uncomfortable situation; getting trapped in the storage closet, that has her in a state of panic. While doing her best to not overreact to the circumstances, but failing, Rylee finds herself in the arms of one handsome rescuer.

Playboy race car driver, Colton Donovan, comes to the rescue of Rylee and one look at her has him knowing he wants her. Challenged by the feisty woman who melts in his arms Colton sets in motion a series of events just to get what he wants, which is her. Not having any control over Rylee is what initially attracts him the most to her.  Her resistance is a new concept for him, and he just won’t accept that this sexy woman who responded so well to him in the heat of the moment, refuses to give him the time of day. Determined to do things his way and the only way he knows how, Colton won’t give up when Rylee blatantly rejects him along with his standing reputation as a world-class playboy, and manipulates his way into her personal life, work life and the lives of the boys in her care.

~”Hi Ace,” I say guardedly. “Since when did you add stalker to you repertoire of talents?” 

He dashes me a lightening fast grin. “I’d be more than happy to show you my talents, Sweetheart.”

I roll my eyes at him. “Womanising is not talent.”~

~”Keep fighting me, Sweetheart. The feistier you are, the harder you make me.”~

Sighs contently…….I have added another book boyfriend to my list.

This book caught my attention from the beginning with the interesting way in which the characters meet and I wasn’t able to put it down after that. I loved the characters and most definitely enjoyed the feistiness of Rylee and her ability to say what was really on her mind. She was certainly going to make Colton work for what he wanted. Bromberg’s creativity and believability in this novel was absolutely riveting. Not only was it very easy to read, but I really fell in love with the characters and could feel and see the passion they had for that which they loved, (Rylee her orphan boys, and Colton racing). Between this passion and the passion they developed together Bromberg had me fanning myself at the intensity.

Both Rylee and Colton are fighting for control to protect themselves and their past from the vulnerabilities this union could expose. Though Rylee begins to open up in this novel, Colton has secrets so dark he refuses to have anything not on his terms. What I really loved about Rylee in this book is how she takes a stand for herself and her needs, as much as she wants Colton, she wont settle on her needs and that is something Colton wont give in to.

Everything about their relationship is so incredibly intense – the good, the bad, the sex, the drama.  I was hooked from the first page and the story line consumed me from start to finish. Though I was hot as fish grease at the cliffhanger at the end, but that was short lived because the second book was already out. YAY!!!!!!!

OH MY GOODNESS THIS BOOK IS…. AWESOME.  Grab your copy today. 

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Upcoming Book Release: Treasure Your Love by J.C. Reed

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OMG!!!!! I can’t wait. I’ve been waiting on the third book to be released for what seems like forever and now it’s almost here.

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Jett unlocked the door and entered to switch off the silent alarm. I didn’t move from the spot until he peered out again with a quizzical look. “Are you coming?”
I shook my head. “I don’t feel comfortable with this. What if she finds out?”
“She won’t. She lives in Florida and asked me to personally take care of it.” He winked. “Which I will—literally.”
“We can’t. What if the neighbors see us?”
He pulled me inside and closed the door behind me. It closed with a loud bang. I regarded him, shocked by his boldness. Jett dropped the bag and turned to face me.
“Who says we can’t?” His eyes had that dangerous look I had first glimpsed the day we had sex on the beach. The one that always promised a sizzling time. The one that didn’t take ‘no’ for an answer. “First of all, we’re her realtors, Brooke, and it’s in her contract that we enter the house in her absence at our convenience. And second, what are you afraid of?” He raised my chin and his lips came so close I could feel his sexy breath as his voice dropped to a whisper, “After I win, I get to choose where and how I take you. What if I want it here? Will you deny me?”
His finger curled around the buttons on my business jacket as he opened them one by one. One button and then another until my thin blouse was exposed. “What if I told you that the only reason I brought you here is to have sex in the pool, on the beach, in the backyard, or on the pool table?”
“Thanks for your honesty. But it doesn’t matter, Jett, because you haven’t won yet.” It took me all my willpower to push his hand from under my blouse.
“Having you twenty-four hours just for myself sounds too tempting to let you win. You know that, right?”
“People who reach too far are the ones who fall from the greatest height.” My smile matched his cocky grin when all I wanted was to get this over and done with so we could have sex, anywhere, everywhere.
“Brilliant people like me never fall.”

Book Release “Through Glass” by Rebecca Ethington

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through glassTitle: Through Glass

Author: Rebecca Ethington

Release Date: September 20, 2013

Genre: NA Dystopian with Sci-Fi and Romance

FORMATS AVAILABLE: E-book & Paperback

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SYNOPSIS:

Everyone remembered the day the sky went black. The day the sun was wiped from the sky. They remember the wind as it brought in the darkness; the way the earth shook and everything changed.

Everyone remembered the screams as the darkness ate those who were out in the open, those who had surrounded themselves by light, and those who made noise.

Everyone remembered the voice from the sky and the way food disappeared.

At least, that’s what I hoped. I hoped that there was an ‘everyone’ that would remember because I am not sure how many are left, how many survived. Or if anyone did.

I hoped that I wasn’t alone.

I remembered that day.

I remembered because it was the day I became alone.

It was the day that everything was perfect until the monsters took it away. Then the house went silent and the birds stopped singing. It was the day when everyone disappeared, everyone except the boy, the only person I have seen in two years.
The boy I talk to through the glass.

About Rebecca Ethington rebecca.ethington

Rebecca Ethington has been telling stories since she was small. First, with writing crude scripts, and then in stage with years of theatrical performances. The Imdalind Series is her first stint into the world of literary writing. Rebecca is a mother to two, and wife to her best friend of 14 years. She was born and raised in the mountains of Salt Lake City, and hasn’t found the desire to leave yet. Her days are spent writing, running, and enjoying life with her amazing family.

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Book Review: Lockout (The Alpha Group #2) by Maya Cross

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Lockout picks up right where the first novel ends. Sophia and Sebastian develops a relationship and she attempts to tear down his resistant walls as the secrets just  get to much for her. Sophia begins to realize that there is more to Sebastian than meets the eye and is hell bent on finding out how he really feels about her.

(Taken from the book synopsis) But things are never as simple as they appear. Sophia’s trust is a fragile thing, and Sebastian seems insistent on testing it. He has his own demons to battle, and nobody has brought them to the fore like she has.

As their relationship deepens, and Sophia begins to break down his walls, all that greets her are more questions. Why is Sebastian fighting so hard to keep her at a distance? Who is the girl on the background of his phone? And why does the strange tattoo on his chest seem so familiar?

These puzzles plague her, but as Sebastian’s mysteries begin to unravel, she must face an entirely different truth. Staying in the dark may be painful, but finding the answers could be deadly.

This book for me got right into deciphering the mystery that is Sebastian and I loved that about it. As secrets began to be revealed Sophia and Sebastian have a lot of decisions to make and the challenges around that seem even greater. The action in this novel is great and of course it leaves you on yet another cliffhanger. The sex scenes are really steamy, but the action and mystery really wraps this novel up and pushes it to the next level.