Friday, January 31, 2014

Blitz: Banded Together (Rebel Walking #2.5) by Hilary Storm




Synopsis

You've asked for them, some have even begged for more of the Walker twins. 'Banded Together' is a continuation of the Rebel Walking Series that will give you insight on Talon and Eaven's wedding as well as the rest of the characters in the series. Taron and Ivy are not left out of this one and you'll quickly see the banter between them remains.
The previous books in the Rebel Walking Series should be read before this one for the best experience and optimal character development. 





Excerpt

"Hey, baby, I can't wait ‘til you're officially Mrs. Walker." His deep whisper pulls me out of my almost asleep state. I roll over to face him and even though it's dark, I watch his face. Nose to Nose. "I'm already yours. You know this." So much has happened since he proposed. We were going to wait another year, but Talon is ready to make it official. I love his urgency—I'm ready, too—but I don’t want to rush it with everything that’s going on with the band and the trial. Rebel Walking lost their spot on the tour when Taron was arrested. We've spent the last five months, either in court or in limbo, waiting for something to happen. A few months ago Taron was released from all charges, but the Walker's haven't rested while the trial for Dylan has been on going. Luckily, this morning he was found guilty on multiple counts of attempted rape, attempted murder and countless other offenses. He will be spending many years in prison, which is where he belongs. The instant relief when the verdict was read was so peaceful. We should be celebrating, but everyone is too exhausted to do anything today. 

"I know, but I want the world to know."

 "They do. Are you kidding me? We're always together."

 "We could just do something small at the lake house. We could walk down to the beach and get married next to the water—just have our family and the crew there to share it with us. Avery can be the flower girl. I’d have Taron, Holden, and Luke on my side and of course you’d have Ivy, Lilly, and Macy on yours." 

  "You have this all planned out, don't you?" I sit up in bed and begin to think of all the stuff I'll need to do to pull this off. 

"All of the important stuff, I do." He rolls onto his back, pulling my hands toward him. "Come here, baby." 

I work my way into a straddle on top of the man who holds my whole heart. "We're not going to stress over this. Let's just keep it simple." I let his words soak in. I can't wait to be Mrs. Talon Walker and it really isn't my style to have a huge wedding, anyway. I figured he would've wanted one, but I'm relieved he doesn't. "Simple. I like it." His hands begin to roam over my body and I take the opportunity to rotate my hips just right so that he feels my warmth. Sleeping naked has its benefits. 

"You wicked, wicked woman. Don't you dare tease me." His fingers pinch my nipples as he thrusts upward, reminding me what he's packing. His erection moves right where I want it to. "Oh, I'm not teasing." My breathy voice amuses him. "What's so funny?" This time it's my impatience that's obvious. "You're always so ready for me. You never disappoint." 

"Damn straight. Have you ever seen yourself?" I lower my mouth to his chest and begin nibbling over his chest and neck. His hands continue to roam over my body, sending chills in every direction. My hair falls over my face and he uses his hand to swipe it to one side. I feel his hand leave me and his body stretch toward the nightstand right before he flicks on the light. He loves to watch me during sex. It strikes me to the depths of my soul when he does this. His stare pierces straight through my body the entire time. It's raw and so real, but I love it. 

I lift my torso back up and watch him tuck his arms beside his head. My fingers run over and through the ridges of his defined stomach. He works hard to stay sculpted and I never miss the opportunity to truly appreciate his efforts. 

My fingers follow the muscles straight to where our hips meet. I slowly lift my hips and enjoy that his shaft lifts to the exact spot I need it to be. Sliding down onto him, I close my eyes and love the feeling of him filling me completely. With my hands splayed across his abs, I begin to move slowly. 

My focus on how he feels is consuming me. I open my eyes to watch him, not surprised when I find him staring deep into my eyes. Keeping my eyes locked with his, I continue my motions. He allows me to move completely on my own; I love when he gives me control. 

~Eaven in 'Banded Together' (Rebel Walking #2.5)



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The Rebel Walking Series


In a Heartbeat

Eaven Bennett is a college student with a passion for photography. She has high hopes of completing college and starting a new life as she moves away from her hometown with her best friend, Ivy Adams. Her last boyfriend ruined any chance of her trusting ever again.

Talon Walker is the dark and intriguing drummer for the up and coming band ‘Rebel Walking’. A tragedy in his past has left him empty with no desire for a relationship. That is until he meets Eaven.

One minute your heart is filled with love, the next your entire life comes crashing down. Everything can change in a heartbeat. Can Eaven and Talon overcome the obstacles in their way and find love?


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Heaven Sent

The Rebel Walking Series continues with Taron and Ivy's story, Heaven Sent. The explosive chemistry that these two share ignites a relationship of epic proportions.

He has been dubbed 'the panty stealer', but Taron Walker has his eyes set on the beautiful, full of life, Ivy Adams. Ivy doesn't usually put up with the player type, yet there is something about Taron that has her intrigued. Taron must leave to go on tour with Rebel Walking and Ivy will be left to face serious struggles on her own. Will she reach out to Taron for help, or will she push him away? Can these two find happiness in each other's arms, or will they tear each other's world apart?



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About the Author

Hilary Storm lives with her high school sweetheart and three children in Enid, Oklahoma. She drives her husband crazy talking about book characters everyday like they are real people. She graduated from Southwestern Oklahoma State University with an MBA in Accounting and has a full time job as an accountant. Her passions include being a mom, writing, reading, photography, music, mocha coffee, and spending time with friends and family. She is the author of the International Best Selling 'Rebel Walking' series. Book one: 'In a Heartbeat' was released June 2013, Book two: 'Heaven Sent' was released in September 2013. Book 2.5: 'Banded Together' released Jan 2014.



https://www.goodreads.com/hilarystormwrites 

Blog Tour: Keep My by Faith Andrews

 
 


Book Details:

Title:  Keep Me

Author:  Faith Andrews

Genre:   Contemporary Romance

Release Day:  January 28th 2014


Synopsis:

Sexy, tatted up, underwear model Marcus Grayson is every girl’s dream—or more likely worst nightmare. He’s a player, a self-proclaimed bachelor for life, and he’s got no problem living up to his man-whore status. But when his older sister’s friend comes back from the past, he may just have the chance to turn some of his adolescent fantasies into reality.

Tessa Bradley is a self-sufficient, take-no-bull, single mother—well, now she is. Finally rid of her abusive, alcoholic ex, she’s making a new life for herself and catching up with old friends; the ones she was forced to break ties with because of her controlling husband. When she runs into Marcus, her friend Riley’s once-adorable turned smoking-hot little brother, she has no idea how he’s about to rock her world.

You wanted me then, now you can have me. Just promise you’ll Keep Me…
 
Review:
 
I have to start by saying "Damn you Faith Andrews!!"  How dare you introduce me to a new book boyfriend?!?!?  I have SOOO many already!!  I just can't get Marcus Grayson out of my head!  Talk about a  hunk of tattooed yumminess wrapped up into an all around sweet guy that I would love to put my hands all over!

Marcus and Tessa have known each other almost their entire lives.  The problem?  Tessa is best friends with Marcus' sister.  Uh-oh.  Tessa has gotten out of an abusive relationship and she doesn't feel that she is ready to move on, seeing as how she is now a mother to her little-man Luca.  Marcus has always had a thing for Tessa and he now wants his dreams realized.  Can Tessa get over what she went through with her ex and at the same time, can Marcus put aside his womanizing ways to focus on one woman?

All I can say is that I just LOVED the chemistry between these two!  I was pulling for them from chapter one!  I just loved the bantering between them and their deep seated love for each other was completely evident.  Marcus never knew what true love was until he met Tessa.  "Tears spilled down my face as I thought about my mistaken impression of love and what a vulnerable person would endure for someone who owned her heart."

Thank you Faith Andrews for an amazing read and a new man in my life!  I would love to have more Marcus Grayson!  I leave you all with a quote from my new main man.... - Kelly

"I don't want anyone else.  I want you and you alone.  I need you, Tessa.  You make me whole, you make me feel, you make me want to be the type of man my mother would be proud of."
 

 
About the Author:
Faith Andrews lives in New York where she is happily married to her high school sweetheart. They have two beautiful daughters and a furry Yorkie son, Rocco. If she isn’t listening to Mumford and Sons or busy being a Dance Mom, her nose is in a book or her laptop. She’s a sucker for a happily ever after and believes her characters are out there living one somewhere . . .
Website:        http://faithandrews.wordpress.com
Twitter:             https://twitter.com/jessicafaith919
 
 
 

Playlist for Keep Me
  • Love Somebody – Maroon 5
  • Blurred Lines – Robin Thicke
  • Crash Into Me – The Dave Matthews Band
  • Empty Promises – Hollywood Hangover
  • Everything Has Changed – Taylor Swift
  • Run – Matt Nathanson
  • Laid – James
  • Classy Girls -  The Lumineers
  • So Easy – Phillip Phillips
  • All I Ever Wanted – Airborne Toxic Event
  • Sometime Around Midnight – Airborne Toxic Event
  • Bride & Groom – Airborne Toxic Event
  • Bonfire Heart – James Blunt
  • Come to Me – Goo Goo Dolls
  • Still Into You – Paramore
 

 


Thursday, January 30, 2014

Blog Tour: Reaper's Legacy by Joanna Wylde




Synopsis:


WELCOME TO THE CLUB

Eight years ago, Sophie gave her heart—and her virginity—to Zach Barrett on a night that couldn’t have been less romantic or more embarrassing. Zach’s step-brother, a steely-muscled, tattooed biker named Ruger, caught them in the act, getting a peep show of Sophie he’s never forgotten.

She may have lost her dignity that fateful night, but Sophie also gained something precious—her son Noah. Unfortunately, Zach’s a deadbeat dad, leaving Ruger to be Noah’s only male role model. When he discovers Sophie and his nephew living in near poverty, Ruger takes matters into his own hands—with the help of the Reapers Motorcycle Club—to give them a better life.

Living with outlaw bikers wasn’t Sophie’s plan for her son, but Ruger isn’t giving her a choice. He’ll be there for Noah, whether she wants him or not. But Sophie does want him, has always wanted him. Now she’ll learn that taking a biker to bed can get a girl dirty in every way…


Review:


LOVE LOVE LOVE!!  I definitely love the tattooed, bad boy, bikers, but I wasn't sure how I could love anyone more than Horse, I mean, really, Reaper's Property was THAT good.  But Joanna hit another home run with Ruger!  

Ruger is rough and tough, and has been in love with Sophie for so long.  But he is not willing to change his ways.  He wants her and Noah in his life, but also not willing to change his bad boy ways.  He is hardheaded, dominant, filthy mouthed (that I loved!),  dangerous, loyal to his MC,  and thinks he can just walk in and tell Sophie how it will be.  He is in for a big surprise!!! The only time you ever see a softer side of him is in his relationship with Noah.  He has loved that boy since his birth and would do anything for him.  Though he also has some secret sweetness as seen with the symbolism of his tattoos.  You often wanted to scream at him one minute and then were melting the next.  

I absolutely loved Sophie.  She desperately wants Ruger and has for years, but wants ALL of him.  And she is not going to settle for less, no matter how hot the sex is!  I loved her character.  She stood up to him, submitted to him, fought against him, and fought for herself.  She was strong, feisty, scared, but determined to make a better life for her and her son. I was impressed with how her character was written and how you see her growth. Her experiences  and the decisions she makes impacts and changes her views of the world, the MC,  Ruger and herself, yet she still never falters from her core beliefs, but can see how things are not always black and white. She was a character you could respect, understand and sympathize with in her struggles to be a Mom, friend, lover and still find her own place in the world.

The journey of Sophie's adjustment to being around a MC and all that it involved, Ruger's adjustment to realizing his true feelings for her and truly understanding what he wants was perfect. I loved that even though they both had been wanting each other for years, their relationship as a couple was a gradual process with obstacles that they had to work through, each at their own pace.  Their story was perfect: HOT, frustrating, an element of danger, fighting, compromising, HOT, passionate, emotional, scary, sizzling, and, did I mention HOT!!!  Joanna's books always have depth as well as the (very) high steaminess factor which is just the perfect combination. -Tynna


  =5 Kisses  




Series Order:

Reaper's Property  Amazon  Kobo  B&N  Goodreads
Reaper's Legacy    Amazon  Kobo  B&N  Goodreads





About the Author:


Joanna Wylde is a freelance writer and voracious reader. You can visit her website at www.joannawylde.net.

Connect with Joanna
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/223343.Joanna_Wylde
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/joannawyldebooks
Website: http://www.joannawylde.net/
Twitter: joannawylde 


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Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Cover Reveal: Let Me Love by Michelle Lynn

 
 
SYNOPSIS:
 
A chance encounter. An undeniable connection. An unimaginable twist of fate.
 
Kailey’s life is crumbling. Her best friend and sister, Jen, is dying, leaving her young family devastated. With little hope of saving her, Kailey is forced to face a reality she never expected.
 
Trey’s life is fun and carefree. He loves the girls, his drums, and his friends. That’s not to say he isn’t continuously plagued by a difficult decision made years ago—one that changed the course of his life.
 
Despite the connection they make when their paths unexpectedly cross, Kailey knows her life has no room for anyone else right now. But regardless of how many times she pushes him away, Trey only fights harder to make a place for him in her life and in her heart.
 
Trey thought he knew heartbreak, but he had no idea until life gave him a second chance, only to snatch it away just as fast. This time he’s determined to keep his place in the life of the ones he loves.
 
Is there such a thing as fate? If so, can Kailey and Trey hold on to one another long enough to discover there’s no such thing as a chance encounter?
 
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18685581-let-me-love
 
 
AUTHOR BIO:
 
Michelle moved around the Midwest most of her life, transferring from school to school before settling down in the outskirts of Chicago ten years ago, where she now resides with her husband and two kids.  She developed a love of reading at a young age, which helped lay the foundation for her passion to write.   With the encouragement of her family, she finally sat down and wrote one of the many stories that have been floating around in her head. When she isn’t reading or writing, she can be found playing with her kids, talking to her mom on the phone, or hanging out with her family and friends.  But after chasing around twin preschoolers all day, she always cherishes her relaxation time after putting the kids to bed.
 
 
 
 
 
Amazon Links:
The Invisibles Series
Don’t Let Go (Book #1) ==>  http://amzn.to/1fe4JTm
Let Me In (Book #2) ==> http://amzn.to/HbuoSl
 
 
 
 
 




Cover Reveal: Crashed by K. Bromberg




Synopsis:

When life crashes down around us, how hard are we willing to fight for the one thing we can’t live without, each other?

Life is full of moments. 
Big moments. 
Little moments. 
And none of them are inconsequential. 
Every single moment prepares you for that one instance that defines your life. You must overcome all your fears, confront the demons that chase you, and cleanse the poison that clings to your soul or you risk the chance of losing everything.

Mine started the minute Rylee fell out of that damn storage closet. She made me feel. Made me whole when all I thought I could ever be was incomplete. Became the lifeline I never knew I needed. Hell yes, she’s worth the fight…but how do you fight for someone you know you don’t deserve?

Love is full of ups and downs. 
Heart stopping highs.
Soul shattering lows.
And none of them are insignificant. 
Love is a racecourse of unexpected twists and turns that must be negotiated. You have to break down walls, learn to trust, and heal from your past in order to win. But sometimes it’s the expected that’s the hardest to hold on to.

Colton has healed and completed me, stolen my heart, and made me realize our love’s not predictable nor perfect—it’s bent. And bent’s okay. But when outside factors put our relationship to the test, what lengths will I have to go to prove to him that he’s worth the fight?

Whoever said love is patient and love is kind, never met the two of us.  We know our love is worth it—have acknowledged that we were meant to be—but when our pasts crash into our future, will the repercussions make us stronger or break us apart?


Goodreads link: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17880714-crashed


Series Order:

Driven  Amazon Link
Fueled   Amazon Link





Driven 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?

Goodreads link: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17798287-driven?ac=1
Fueled Synopsis

Book #2 of the Driven Trilogy

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?

Goodreads link: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17880708-fueled



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