Buckeyes Book Reviews

Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Hybrids by Shelly Morgan and Geri Glenn

BOOK BLITZ

Title: Hybrids

Authors: Shelly Morgan & Geri Glenn

Genre: Urban Fantasy Romance

Release Date: February 26, 2016

Synopsis

The offspring of an angel and demon love affair, a pair of powerful siblings are given to the mortal realm...

The female is named Joey, and the male, Cyrus. Now orphans, they are trusted to Father Martin, who raises the infants in a convent and molds them into lethal demon hunters.

Eighteen years later, the twins are given their first solo assignment...

Murder and rape run rampant in Jerseyville, a small and typically peaceful town. Though neither Joey nor Cyrus have ever ventured far from the convent, they must now infiltrate a college campus to investigate who—or what—is responsible for the string of crimes.

But blending with college kids doesn’t come naturally to half-angel, half-demon siblings. Parties, drinking, and physical temptations are just a few distractions that college provides. It isn’t until Cyrus spots a sad but intriguing girl named Emersyn Goodwin that he feels the first real pull of both lust, and something else he can’t identify.

Joey’s world is shaken by the discovery of a dark, mysterious man—a man who is definitely more than he seems...

He can’t be human. At least not entirely. But the closer Joey gets to Merrick Holden, the more her own wicked impulses rise to the surface. And as Cyrus and Joey uncover the cause of the gruesome crimes, they are challenged with the uprising of something far more powerful than the world has ever seen.

While the twins are entangled in a web of secrets, demonic superpowers, and love, only one ancient prophecy offers hope to the doomed mortal realm. If fulfilled, this prophecy will save mankind, but shatter the twins forever...

GOODREADS LINK: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28452171-hybrids

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My Review

I absolutely loved this book. I had a feeling I would because I love anything paranormal. The writing style was great and I really couldn't tell two people wrote it. If I didn't know I would think that it was one.

I'm giving this book 5 stars and can't wait for the next one, I really hope there is another one.

About the Authors

SHELLY MORGAN

Shelly is an Iowan girl. She now resides in the town she was born and raised in. Having three children, it’s hard for her to have any down time, but when she finds it, you can find her holed up somewhere reading her next steamy book in a long list of books in her virtual library or writing her next story.

She is the author of the Forsaken Sinners MC series, with her first book being released in February of 2015. Even though this is an MC series, she has plenty more ideas, so look out for more than just biker novels from her in the future.

Shelly became fast friends with Geri before she even released her first book, but through their friendship they both decided to delve into the jar of Paranormal. It’s been a lot of work, but such a ride so far, she’s actually sad to see it end. But she knows that with the end of this book, it’s not the end of the journey, it’s just the beginning. She hopes you enjoy it as much as she and Geri enjoyed writing it.

AUTHOR LINKS

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Author-Shelly-Morgan/809266812448318

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Shelly_Morgan34

Amazon: http://amzn.to/2aYaiNX

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/10914599.Shelly_Morgan

Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bRetIn

GERI GLENN

Geri is a Canadian girl, born and raised. She’s a military wife, mother of two and devourer of words. She can often be found reading a good book, magazine or any shampoo bottle within reach.

She is the bestselling author of the Kings of Korruption MC series. A sucker for any type of alpha male, Geri refuses to be tied to one genre.

Writing this book with Shelly has been a welcome challenge and a ton of fun. She hopes you love Cyrus and Joey as much as she and Shelly do!

AUTHOR LINKS

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Website: http://geriglenn.weebly.com

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Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14132600.Geri_Glenn

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Sugary Sweets by A.M. Willard

Sugary Sweets NOW LIVE

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Synopsis

Zara James never expected to fall in love, leaving the hopeless romantic lifestyle to her friends. She also never imagined she’d be expecting a baby and married to the one guy she fought so hard to keep at arm’s length. Faced with life’s challenges of insecurities, pregnancy hormones, and the pressures of being a new wife in the burbs of Atlanta, Georgia, Zara tries to master them one cupcake at a time. Well, that is until her world is turned upside down by one accident that could change everything.

Hatcher James knew his smart-mouthed wife was the only woman for him years ago. He just had to figure out the correct formula to make her fall in love with him. Putting together the perfect mixture of intimacy, spice, and frosting might just do the trick, and bring joy to both of their lives.

As Hatcher tries to come up with the right ingredients, will all the hard work end in smoke or will they conquer life’s hurdles together, one tasty treat after another?

Sugary Sweets continues the Taste of Love series as we join the gang for some comical scenes, life challenges, friendship, and most of all, love covered in sugar.

About the Author

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Coming on Nook, and Scribd soon!

Connect with A.M. Willard

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMWillard1

Website: http://amwillard.com/

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My Review

I loved Frosted Sweets and the sassy Zara. I love that she has her own book. I don't know how Hatcher and the rest of the group put up with her swinging emotions sometimes but they love her and you can tell.

I love anything A.M. writes and when she has a new book coming out I don't even read the synopsis, I have to have it. Sugary Sweets is no different I knew I would love it and it didn't let me down. It definitely gets five stars.

Sunday, August 7, 2016

Cover Reveal for Sugary Sweets by A.M. Willard

Sugary Sweets

A Taste of Love Series Vol 2

A.M. Willard

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As Hatcher tries to come up with the right ingredients, will all the hard work end in smoke or will they conquer life’s hurdles together, one tasty treat after another?

Sugary Sweets continues the Taste of Love series as we join the gang for some comical scenes, life challenges, friendship, and most of all, love covered in sugar.

Teaser Alert:

International Bestselling Author, A.M. Willard is a true believer of soul mates, and happy ever afters. She enjoys reading, sailing, and of course writing contemporary romance, and romantic comedy with some saucy scenes. Releasing her first novella of the One Night Series on April 12, 2014, has sent her on a new journey in life. A.M.'s passion for writing started at a young age, but with the love and support from her husband of nineteen years pushed her to follow her dreams. Once she hit that first publish button, she hasn't looked back.

Publications available from A.M. Willard include the Chances Series, Love on the Screen, Fading Memories, Hearts in Florence, and A Taste of Love Series. She's also had an article published in the Writer's Monthly Review Magazine and accepted into the Romance Writers of America organization in May of 2015.

A.M. Willard was born and raised in the Panhandle of Florida, but resides in Savannah GA with her husband, son, two cats, one rotten dog, two goats and her six chickens. Yes, we said chickens and goats…

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Frosted Sweets Vol 1 in A Taste of Love Series

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Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Dirty Work by Chelle Bliss and Brenda Rothert

DIRTY WORK by Chelle Bliss & Brenda Rothert is now live!

A brand new romantic standalone you won't want to miss!

Politics have never been so dirty...

From authors Chelle Bliss and Brenda Rothert comes a smoldering standalone enemies to lovers romance that will, ahem…check all your boxes.

Reagan

I hate him. Jude Titan is everything that’s wrong with the male sex: cocky, domineering and loaded with swagger. Oh, and did I mention he’s a Republican? Yeah, the guy’s so conservative he leans to the right when walking. And lucky me, I’m running against him for Senate. But I’ve got plenty of fight in me. A golden boy war hero opponent with a smile that leaves melted panties in its wake? Bring. It. On.

Jude

Damn, she’s sexy. Reagan Preston intrigues me from the moment I lay eyes on her. And speaking of laying…I want between those thighs. But I want to make her burn for me first. Every debate and stolen moment is foreplay for us. She claims she hates me, but her body tells a different story. I plan to win this election, but I also want to win the sharp, fiery Democrat who captures my attention like no woman ever has. Politics is filthy, just like all the things I want to do to Reagan Preston.

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When I saw that Chelle was going to be releasing a new book I had to read it. I wasn't to crazy about it being a political romance but I looked past it because it was a book from Chelle freaking Bliss and she hasn't wrote a book I haven't liked.

This book is no exception, it's not like her Men of Inked or her ALFA series' it's different but in a very good way. I can see the influence Brenda had on Chelle writing it and I love it.

I'm giving this book 5 huge stars, it deserves every one of them.

BRENDA ROTHERT - AUTHOR BIO:

Brenda Rothert is an Illinois native who was a print journalist for nine years. She made the jump from fact to fiction in 2013 and never looked back. From new adult to steamy contemporary romance, Brenda creates fresh characters in every story she tells. She’s a lover of Diet Coke, chocolate, lazy weekends and happily ever afters.

Website: http://brendarothert.com/

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Amazon: http://amzn.to/1TyGXds

CHELLE BLISS - AUTHOR BIO:

Chelle Bliss, USA Today Bestselling author, currently lives in a small town near the Gulf of Mexico. She's a full-time writer, time-waster extraordinaire, social media addict, and coffee fiend. She's written over thirteen books and has three series available. She loves spending her free time with her boyfriend, 2 cats, and her hamster.

Before becoming a writer, Chelle taught high school history for over ten years. She holds a master's degree in Instructional Technology and a bachelor's in history. Although history is her first love, writing has become her dream job and she can't imagine doing anything else.

Website: http://chellebliss.com/

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Friday, July 29, 2016

Cover Reveal for Hotshot by Ahren Sanders

Title: Hotshot

Author: Ahren Sanders

Release Date: August 29, 2016

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31277586-hotshot

I don’t remember a time I didn’t love Crenshaw Bennett.

I tried to deny it, but my feelings grew deeper.

I thought he could never love me the way I love him.

I was wrong—outrageously, deliriously, and beautifully wrong.

One innocent kiss changes my life forever.

Suddenly, Shaw is mine.

Loyal, devoted, and the most loving man on this Earth.

Together, we create an explosion of fiery passion, devotion, and chemistry I never knew was possible.

All of my dreams are within reach, but I should have known it was too good to be true.

The past always catches up to you, and I’m left staring at my worst nightmare.

Faced with the unthinkable, I am forced to choose between the man I love and a past I cannot change.

Shaw’s fighting like hell to prove we can have it all, but can I find the strength to be the woman he needs?

Friday, July 22, 2016

Once Upon a Stolen Time by Samreen Ahsan

2015…

All her life, Myra Farrow has been obsessed with medieval castles—and the kings and princes who once inhabited them. Now, wealthy videogame designer Steve Bernard wants her to model for a princess character in his new game. Myra can’t resist his offer, especially when she learns that Steve plans to film inside the mysterious Hue Castle—a cursed, barren, colorless place forbidden to visitors for centuries. But unknown to Myra, her soul is bound to Hue Castle by blood and sorcery. When she enters its doors, she awakens dark powers that will reach through time—stealing her past, torturing her present, and rewriting her future.

1415…

Edward Hue, the last of the Hue royal bloodline, has never stood in the sunshine or held a living flower. Cursed from birth to live in darkness and bring death to all he touches, he is at the mercy of his cruel, tyrannical father, who will not rest until he shatters Edward’s soul and makes his son into a diabolical copy of himself. Edward’s one hope is the mysterious woman who haunts his dreams—who will either break his curse and bring him out of the darkness, or destroy him utterly.

For Myra and Edward, past and future collide in a tale of love, obsession, betrayal, and the hope for redemption.

She is standing in my courtyard. Everything in nature surrounds her—hugs her and is dazzled by her…including me.

Beautiful flowers of every hue and aroma are grown in this majestic garden. My eyes are burning; I’m simultaneously overwhelmed and awed by the colorful oasis. Never have I been so close to nature, to growing things. Her alchemy drives me mad.

She’s gifted me with all the colors, but I painted her with darkness.

As much as I crave feeling the sunlight and the flowers against my skin, I want her touch too. I am cursed and doomed to never experience the beauty of the natural world, for all eternity.

She watches me with extreme hatred in her eyes—her gaze throwing fireballs at me. She doesn’t know I’m already burning, but since she despises me so much, I can’t even dare to come close to her. I want to end this tortuous distance between us—but I was the one who created this hatred in her.

She was a beautiful tender rose—I stole her fragrance, crushed her petals and burned her in hell. If I knew the fire with which I was conflagrating her would come to engulf me—I swear I wouldn’t have done it. Her spell is too strong for me not to fall; her curse is too mighty for me to run away.

Her deadly yet magical existence haunts me, excites me and has thrown me into a pit of deep lust. She is my prisoner, but she doesn’t realize that I’m the one who’s already submitted to her slavery, when I first touched her.

Despite being her captor, I am still her captive.

She walks toward me, enthralling me with her grace and beauty, altering and accelerating my heartbeat. She has the power to throw me into hell as well as show me heaven. I’ve never been able to understand her witchcraft. I was warned to stay away from her sorcery—she was born and cursed with it—yet my heart kept running after her.

Now…there’s nothing left for me to survive on. She has my heart and my soul. Why is she here? What does she want from me now? Perhaps she wants to cut my heart from my body…just to see if it’s beating for her or not.

The distance between us closes and I lean my back against the giant tree trunk—the same tree where I tried to write her fate. She is holding my sword—my only weapon of protection—but it doesn’t matter now. She wants my life for her eternal peace—I will give it to her.

Her steel-grey eyes are much stronger than any armor or shield I’m wearing. She doesn’t need my sword to kill me…all she needs to do is place her hand on my heart. I will be undone…forever.

This the first time I've read this author but I'm so glad she contacted me. I absolutely loved her book!

It's suspenseful, dark but has a love story that pulls at your heartstrings. I couldn't put it down. It made me want more, especially with the cliffhanger ending!

I can't wait for the next book in the series. This book gets five stars and I'm almost positive that the next one will too. But I'll have to read it when it comes out to make sure.

Amazon

US: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B016XI5836 Canada: http://www.amazon.ca/dp/B016XI5836 UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B016XI5836 Australia: http://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B016XI5836

India: http://www.amazon.in/dp/B016XI5836

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26876204.Once_Upon_A_Stolen_Time

History, art and literature are my passions. I love digging out information about prophecies, divine miracles and paranormal events that are mentioned in history and holy books, that don’t sound possible in today's modern world.

Since childhood, I have been into reading and writing—and yes, it can’t happen without imagination, which luckily has no boundaries. Dance and music are also pastimes I enjoy, as well as reading romance fiction. I love to travel and explore historical cities.

"A Prayer Series" is my first Multi-Award-Winning Series about paranormal events based on Islamic concepts.