Title: The First Taste
Series: Slip of the Tongue #2 Author: Jessica Hawkins Genre: Contemporary Romance Release Date: August 4, 2016 BLURB Andrew Beckwith has already devoted his life to one girl—and as far as he’s concerned, she’s all he needs. The rough-around-the-edges bad boy left his reckless ways behind six years ago when his daughter Bell was born. To the female population’s dismay, he’s unapologetically single. When Bell’s mother walked out on them years ago, he vowed never to let another woman close enough to hurt them again. Amelia Van Ecken isn’t just another woman. She’s an independent, smart, and savvy businesswoman who doesn’t have time for sex, much less love. In the midst of a drawn-out, bitter divorce, all she wants is to bury herself in work. But when sharp-tongued Amelia and stubborn Andrew cross paths, sparks fly—and burn. Two things are obvious in an instant: they want each other, and they’re from different worlds. It’s the perfect formula for an off-the-charts one-night stand. After all, it’s not as if opposites ever attract. EXCERPT “What’re your plans tonight?” She scoffs. “It’s Friday night. What aren’t my plans? I have drinks with friends in an hour, then a late dinner, and who knows after that.” “Cancel them.” She gapes at me. “Cancel my plans? Why would I?” “Come out with me. Sadie says there’s a place around here with great pizza.” She laughs, tilting her head and exposing the smooth column of her throat. “First, I don’t eat carbs, so there’s no way you’re getting me to do anything with the promise of pizza. Second, I just told you—I don’t date.” “And neither do I.” “Then why are you asking me out?” she asks. “Because despite what you may think, I am a gentleman, and it’s only good manners to buy you dinner first.” “First?” she asks, wrinkling her nose. “What’s second?” We stare at each other. I let her figure it out on her own. It’s rare to meet a woman like me, someone who truly has no interest in finding a partner. I’ve heard that claim from enough girls to know when they’re bullshitting me, and unless Amelia is a Grade-A con artist, she definitely isn’t looking to get serious. When she understands, the wrinkles on her forehead ease, and she parts her lips. I answer with a knowing smile. Suggesting sex within half an hour of meeting someone might normally get me slapped, but I get the feeling Amelia appreciates a more direct approach. “I don’t date,” I say, “but I’m still a man with eyes.” She makes no secret of looking me up and down. “You’re not my type either,” she warns. “I like men who carry a briefcase and see a barber regularly.” I run my hand through my black hair, which I know is too long. “How’s that working out for you?” She narrows her eyes. “Fine. Perfect.” “I have some tattoos too,” I say. “And ride a motorcycle. Since that’s normally how I get most girls, I suppose those are turn-offs for you.” “They are,” she says immediately, straightening her shoulders. “I’ve never understood the appeal of a bad boy.” “Then tonight, we’re a match made in heaven, aren’t we? It shouldn’t be hard for either of us to say goodbye afterward.” She bats her eyelashes a few times, not because she’s flirting but because she’s thinking. Considering. Which means it’s basically a done deal. I’ve never gotten this far with a girl only to have her walk away. “Why even bother with dinner?” she asks. I take a moment to study her, her shoulder-length, perfectly coifed blonde hair. Her defined red lips that look like a heart when pursed, which is often. Yeah, based on the fact that I’m noticing details—something I try not to do anymore—I know I’m feeling her tonight. Most guys would jump at the opportunity to skip the small talk, but that doesn’t really appeal to me. I like women, always have. Just because Shana fucked me in the head doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate them. Doesn’t mean I don’t want to spend time around them—just so long’s it’s surface stuff. I don’t want to scare her off by suggesting I might want to have a conversation with her, so I just shrug. “Because I’m starving.” “I’m not hungry.” “Indulge me then. I need my energy.” “For what?” she asks. I arch an eyebrow at her. I’ll definitely need my energy for a night with her. She reads my expression and her cheeks redden. “Oh.”  Release Date - 9th August 2016
Book Length - 154 pages Available on - www.amazon.com | www.amazon.co.uk | www.amazon.ca | www.barnesandnoble.com | www.kobo.com and many others Lucian Fane has just lost his brother. His conscience. The one he had sworn he would always protect. And now his demons demand vengeance and the city to drown in blood. Knowing that he will destroy everything in his path, guilty or innocent, Lucian tries to get the madness in his head under control and focus his wrath on the one who took his brother's life. To do that he needs the only thing that can distract him from the torture of his emotions - her. And when Lucian wants something or someone he takes it. And he wants Yasmeen.
To celebrate the fact that my book blog is almost two months old (time really does fly when you love what you do), I have decided to have a giveaway. To win a copy of The Judge's Wife by Ann O'Loughlin and The Forgetting Time by Sharon Guskin, just visit my Facebook page and follow the instructions - it is not complicated, just a like, comment and a share! Happy reading and good luck! Here is the link:
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Book Length - 208 pages Available on - www.amazon.com | www.amazon.co.uk Summer St Clare has never had an easy life. Losing both her father and her brother in an accident, and later her mother in a home invasion, it is no surprise that she has blocked off her past and has no memories from before the age of twelve. Now an adult, running her bookstore, and writing her fantasy novel series, Summer is content with her lot - even if the only steamy action she gets is in her dreams, with the very sexy Paladin, the main character from her books. But when she is attacked one night after work, and easily manages to take down the group of thugs surrounding her, Summer knows that something isn't right. How did she know how to fight like that? And when she uses magic to protect herself, it is time for Summer to learn the truth about her past. For the world is nothing like it seems, and the magic of her dreams soon becomes reality...  ¨°º¤ø„¸FIRST HOWL ¸„ø¤º°¨
by Bryce Calderwood I haven't read anything by this author but the cover & blurb certainly catch the eye! Release Date: August 2, 2016 **Adult only Content** Blurb: Liam MacLeod only wants two things in life: to ride with an MC and a woman strong enough to submit to his Dominance. When he strides into the notorious Dire Wolves MC headquarters and sees Presley Donovan, he knows in his soul she is the one he must claim for his own. Presley can't get enough of Liam's Dominance, but it's not that simple. She and the MC are the keepers of a dark, violent secret: they're werewolves! The MC's 1st Sergeant-at-arms, Valor, doesn't like how his daughter has fallen for Liam. When he tries to stop Liam from becoming a prospect, the consequences could be disastrous! On the night of the full moon, events swirl together into the perfect storm of Dominance & submission, love & lust, mayhem & dark magic. Liam is thrown into a world he never knew existed except in myth. He and Presley are in grave danger, and the very existence of the Dire Wolves MC comes under fire. Will Liam and Presley have a chance? They have to survive, first!  Release Date - 11th August 2016
Book Length - 464 pages Available on - www.amazon.com | www.amazon.co.uk In 1997 life was just beginning for Tess. Travelling with her best friend, Doll, for the summer was great and she knew that she would love to return to Italy someday. But an exciting new life was waiting for her at University when she returned home, and she couldn't wait. But sometimes fate has different plans, and when Tess returns home her world is turned upside down when her beloved mum dies with cancer and everyone expects Tess to look after her little sister Hope, who has Aspergers Syndrome. But as the years trickle by, Tess must deal with many challenges along the way - a broken engagement, a lost friendship, an affair and many disappointments. And at a time when she seems to be at her lowest, an unexpected trip may just bring her everything she needs.  "I can't find the time to write" is my usual excuse when a day has passed and I have ignored my own writing. I tell myself that it is ok because between looking after the kids, trying to keep some semblance of order in the housework, proofreading, and features for the blog, and actually seeing my other half, how would I find the time to sit down and concentrate on my characters? I casually ignore the fact that I had time for Facebook and Twitter, that I cleaned out the junk drawer that just had to be done today, and that I sat in front of Netflix the other night, to watch a romantic comedy that wasn't that great, and would still be there next week. But no more. No more making excuses!
If I am honest with myself the main reason I procrastinate is fear. Fear that the words will not flow as easily as they had the day before. Fear that I will never pull my manuscript into shape. And also fear that I will - I know it might not make sense, but I am afraid of the day that it is finished. For then I have to release it into the world for possible (and probable) rejection and criticism. Which is ridiculous when the rational part of me knows that it goes hand in hand with the publishing world. Even J.K. Rowling got rejected! The time has come to face my fear and do it anyway (I think that is how that mantra goes!). Every day I will make some time to write what I love. It doesn't matter how much time I dedicate each day because life happens, and with the holidays I want to spend as much time with my children as possible, but every word counts. Every word is a small step closer to achieving my dream.  Release Date (Paperback Edition) - 9th August 2016
Book Length - 464 pages Available on - www.amazon.com | www.amazon.co.uk To the outside world, Cassie Reynolds has it all - a happy marriage, two gorgeous daughters, and a successful career. And Cassie adores her family and will do anything to make them happy. But underneath it all, Cassie is struggling. She has never gotten over the fact that her mother had walked out on her and her sister all those years ago, and in trying to guarantee the perfect childhood for her own kids, the strain is starting to show. With her husband spending all of his spare time with his widowed mother, two teenagers who don't appreciate anything she does, and a stressful job working for the Wicked Witch of the West, it becomes all too easy to reach for that extra glass of wine... Coco doesn't remember her mother and adores her older sister Cassie, and their grandmother Pearl, who had raised them with loving care. Self-employed, running her vintage store, Coco stays clear of commitment ever since her relationship with Red ended so badly. She has her best friend and her family, and she knows that staying clear of romantic love is the much safer option. You can't get hurt if you are on your own, even if it does get lonely sometimes. But sadly life has other plans... |
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