Friday 26 August 2016

The Comeback (Montgomery University #4)

The Comeback


(This review is based on the ARC provided by the publisher via Net Galley)

Firstly I have to say that I loved this book because it had everything a reader could want. It had love, friendship, jealousy, chemistry and an edge of danger. This was the first book that I have read in the series as well as my first book by Kathryn Renard and I have found that I love her writing style which is both flawless and brilliant. I loved the way Kathryn never made the reader feel pity for Elijiah despite his injury and she depicted him as a physically and mentally strong veteran. Maddie's character was also very well written as she was a strong and independent girl who stuck to her beliefs and values and I really enjoyed her jealousy towards Elijiah and Josies relationship. The biggest plus point of the book was the inclusion of the sense of danger as this is what kept the book interesting. I do have a soft spot for Navy SEAL's and the chemistry between Elijiah and Maddie was sizzling hot. This was a great read and I am looking forward to reading the previous books in the Montgomery University series.

Rating: 4/5


Plot

Maddie Cassidy, who is a physics major at the Montgomery University, meets injured Navy SEAL Elijiah Hart and in their first meeting sparks begin to fly. Elijiah is a war veteran who was forced into academia work after a devastating injury in the battlefield. 

After Maddie and Elijiah first disastrous meeting, Maddie finds out that Elijiah has a past with her best friend Josies. Elijiah begins to fall for Maddie's brains and beauty, but he is afraid that Maddie won't be able to look past his injury. As Maddie and Elijiah's relationship starts to progress a danger begins to lurk around Maddie. Will Elijiah be able to protect Maddie?

Tuesday 23 August 2016

Game Changer

Game Changer


( This review is based on the ARC provided by the publisher via Net Galley)

The Game Changer is a sexy romantic story by Beth Orsoff. This was my first time reading a book by Beth and I found that  I enjoyed her writing style, but I found that there was nothing new or unique in the book. I loved the hilarious  situations that Samantha and Jake landed themselves in. The chemistry between Jake and Samantha was good and I enjoyed the dual point of view which allowed you to see what going through both their minds. The character of Jake was a cliche with the playboy finding his perfect partner, but I loved that attention to detail with Samantha's character especially the way she obsesses over small things. Beth had written Whitney's character very well because I found myself getting annoyed with her and I wanted to shake her each time she made everything about herself. This was a good romantic comedy with fun moments to help take your mind of all worries.

Rating: 3/5

Plot

Samantha Hallen is a divorce attorney who due to her job has a very poor view on love, therefore she doesn't want to get married. On the night of her sister's bachelorette party, Samantha gets drunk and flirts with Jake Jens end.

Jake Jensen is sports agent who enjoys sex, but doesn't believe in love or marriage. Jake meets Samantha at a club and he can't seem to get her off his mind. By the luck of fate he meets her again as his clients new divorce lawyer. After meeting Samantha again and realizing she is not interested, Jake decides to chase her. 

Jake and Samantha are both after sex only, but they might end up with their hearts getting involved.



Friday 19 August 2016

Just Married

Just Married


(This review is based on the ARC provided by the publisher via Net Galley)

This was my first time reading a book by Jenna Bayley-Burke and I have to say that I loved the book so much that I could not put it down.  Jenna had written the characters of Cal and  Miranda so brilliantly that they managed to bring the emotions in the book to life. I enjoyed seeing the journey of Cal and Miranda from being single adults to becoming mature parents. The writing in the book was flawless and I personally enjoyed the dual point of views in the book because it gave the book the depth that was needed. My favourite part of the story was the burning chemistry between Cal and Miranda as well as I really enjoyed Cal's  bossing behaviour because I am a suckered for alpha males. The only downfall in the book was that I felt the story was dragged in the middle and rushed at the end. This book has officially made me a fan of Jenna Bayley-Burke and I cannot wait to read her next book.

Rating: 4/5

Plot

Miranda and Cal have been friends with benefits for many years, therefore when Cal phones to inform Miranda that he is getting married she is shocked. Miranda then decides to go to Las Vegas to stop Cal from making what she thinks is the biggest mistake of his life, little does she know that Cal's bride is no one other than her.

After a surprise wedding and a hot honeymoon Miranda and Cal return to their homes in different cities. Both Miranda and Cal are happy with their marriage of convience until Miranda finds out she is pregnant with twins.

All her life, Miranda, has wanted a family but she thought it could never happen due to fertility problems. Cal on the other hand never wanted kids due to his tough upbringing. Miranda has been in love with Cal but now with Cal not wanting children she has to choose between her family and the love of her life.

Wednesday 17 August 2016

2016 Net Galley Challenge

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Seducing Summer (The Four Seasons #1)

Seducing Summer


This is the first book in The Four Seasons series by Serenity Woods and I must say this is a brilliant start to what is going to be a fantastic series. This is my first time reading a book by Serenity Woods as well as by an author from New Zealand and I was really impressed with her writing style and knowledge of the different cities in New Zealand. My favorite aspect of the book was the steaming hot chemistry between Gene and Callie because the intimate scenes were written so well that it even made me feel hot and bothered. I personally loved the fact that Serenity had made the CEO in the book a female because generally in these office romances have an alpha male in the business role. Callie's character was well conceived as she was independent and successful, but at the same time she was also someone who understood women's needs which lead to her forming her own lingerie company with her best friends. The dual narrative of the book allowed the reader to get more depth of both the story and the characters. Serenity writing style was flawless and her secondary characters were well written.  The one downfall of the book was that the middle of the book seemed to drag. I really enjoyed this book and am looking forward to read the rest of the series.

Rating: 4/5


Plot

Callie Summer, a CEO of The Four Seasons lingerie brand, is in need of a new PA. Callie is in shock when a Bond lookalike gorgeous male, Gene, agrees to work as her new PA for her country wide tour. Gene who is an ex soldier and journalist has been hired bu Callie's mum Phoebe in order to protect her from death threats which she has been receiving. 

While on the country wide business tour, Callie and Gene are unable to resist the lust and desire between them and begin to have a steaming affair.  Gene is struggling with keeping his real identity a secret as he is afraid to put her life at risk. When the danger to Callie's life becomes more than just a threat, Gene realized he has to tell Callie the truth and risk losing her forever.


Thursday 11 August 2016

Not Quite Perfect (Not Quite #5)

Not Quite Perfect


(This review is based on the ARC provided by the publisher via Net Galley)

I have been a lover of Catherine Bybee ever since I read the Weekday Brides series, however this is the first of the five books in the  Not Quite  series that I have read.  I have to say that Catherine has not failed to impress again because she made me fall in love with  this book and the characters. Not Quite Perfect is a book that fills you with joy and love and keeps a mile on your face through most of the book.  Catherine writing throughout the book is flawless and she manages to take a simple story and elevate it to a wonderful page turner. I loved Mary's character as she she was independent as well as she  was able to recognize her flaws  and I enjoyed that Glen's character because he was playful, sexy and romantic. The secondary characters of Dakota, Walt, Mary Frances and the Jacobs were well written and developed. The chemistry between Glen and Mary was off the charts and their intimate scenes were so steamy that they sometimes made me blush. Catherine did an amazing job with including the sense of danger into the story as that is what made me unable to put the book down. This book sends the amazing message that long distance relationships can work if the couple is willing to put the effort into the relationship and each other. I cannot wait to read the previous books in the Not Quite  series, hats off to Catherine Bybee.

Rating: 4.5/5


Plot

Mary Kildare is a great therapist and an independent women who can read men well, therefore she has trust issues with most men that is until she meets rich and sexy playboy Grant Fairchild. Mary and Grant have known each other for over a year, due to mutual friends, and their attraction and chemistry leads them to have a teasing relationship.

Mary and Glen finally decide to test their attraction by starting to date exclusively. Since they both live on different sides of the country, Glen comes on weekends and whisks Mary on dates across the country using his private planes. At first this bi-coastal relationship seems to be perfect, bit when Mary's house is broken into and her life is threatened Glen realizes that living on a different coast maybe not the best option as he does not luxury of time with Mary's life at risk.



Monday 8 August 2016

The Tycoon's Baby: Billionaire Obsession (Tycoon Romance Book 1)

The Tycoon's Baby: Billionaire Obsession


Let me start of with saying I was very disappointed after reading this book. I generally enjoy books with alpha males and BDSM,but this book did not hit the mark. I felt that there were to many components to this book which were both pointless and confusing.  Luca's character did not make sense because he was an alpha male who could not stand up to his brother Tony as well as I was very confused with his relationship with Clara's brother Ivan. There were too many things that were left unanswered and too many different points of view in the book.  Julie had given this book the wrong title because when you read the book you expect something very different. I am sorry to say this book didn't interest me and I hope Julie Farrel does better next time.

Rating: 2.5/5


Plot

Clara Quinlan, a marine biologist, wants a baby but not a husband, therefore she is looking for the perfect man to impregnate her. While on this quest Clara meets the gorgeous Luca Romano, who maybe the perfect candidate for her baby.

Luca Romano is irresistible bad boy and property developer. The only thing standing behind him and a lucrative piece of property is gorgeous  Clara. Luca thinks that he can get the land out of Clara by seducing her, little does he know that Clara is not easily swayed and she is after her own agenda.

Dangerous circumstances lead to Clara being promoted and  a marriage and convenience between Luca and Clara. They both continue to try and get what they are after, while the chemistry burns between them.

Wednesday 3 August 2016

Because I Love You

Because I Love You


(This review is based on the ARC provided by the publisher via Net Galley)

It has been ages since I had read a young adult romance as I generally enjoy more sophisticated plots, but with that said I must say that this masterpiece by Tori Rigby has blown me away. Because I Love You had taken me on a journey of emotions such as joy, sadness, sympathy, anger and love. This book was one of those hidden gems which initially you do not expect to be a page turner, but ends up surprising you with its heartfelt moments. What I enjoyed most about this book was that there were so many different components to the story other than Andie's pregnancy. Tori Rigby has written this book so flawlessly that she manages to bring the characters alive and forces you to go through the roller coaster of emotions with them. I loved the character development of both Andie and Neil because the books takes you through the journey of them being immature teenagers to responsible young adults. The secondary characters of Andie's mother, Jill and her father were all well conceived and well written. I highly recommend this book and  I am now a fan of Tori Rigby and cannot wait for the her next book.

Rating: 4/5

Plot

Sixteen year old Andie Hamillton loses her virginity to her best friend Carter, after a few weeks she finds out that she is pregnant and the father of her child refuses to accept responsibility. Once everyone in school finds out that Andie is pregnant, they begin to ridicule her and ill treat her, even her so call best friends turn their back on her.

Neil Donaghue, who is Andie ex-boyfriend, begins to help and support her through one of the most difficult phases of her life. Together, while falling in love, Neil and Andie have to make one of the most toughest decisions of whether to keep the baby or not.