Sunday, June 30, 2024

Release Blitz: Cunning Vows by T.L. Smith and Kia Carrington-Russell @EJBookPromos

Cunning Vows by T.L. Smith and Kia Carrington-Russell
Series: Lethal Vows #3
Publication date: June 28th, 2024
Cover Design: RBA Design
Discreet Cover Design: Hang Le

Synopsis:
Cunning, lethal, and resilient were just a few words men have used to describe Anya Ivanov. While others would use words that are far worse. The head of questionable auctions just so happens to have the eye of a very ruthless businessman, River Bently.

River knew the moment he saw her, she was his. And he was more than patient to give her time to realize he was not going anywhere. Even if he was imposing on her territory, he was there to stay.

The only way to spend time with Anya is if you have the money to pay for her company.

He very much could.

He would pay her every last drop she demanded to be in the same room as the woman they are all afraid of. He does not see a woman who could cut him down to his knees. No, he sees a woman who he would gladly get on his knees for.



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USA Today Best Selling Author T.L. SMITH loves to write her characters with flaws so beautiful and dark you can't turn away. Her books have been translated into several languages. If you don't catch up with her in her home state of Queensland, Australia you can usually find her travelling the world, either sitting on a beach in Bali or exploring Alcatraz in San Francisco or walking the streets of New York.





Australian Author, KIA CARRINGTON-RUSSELL is known for her recognizable style of kick ass heroines, fast-paced action, enemies to lovers and romance that dances from light to dark in multiple genres including Fantasy, Dark and Contemporary Romance.

Obsessed with all things coffee, food and travel, Kia is always seeking out her next adventure internationally. Now back in her home country of Australia, she takes her Covoodle, Sia along morning walks on beautiful coastline beaches, building worlds in the sea breezes and contemplating which deliciously haunting story to write next.

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Release Blitz with Teaser: A Blue Sky Sanctuary Series by D.M. Earl @dmearl @EJBookPromos


Ollie's Recovery by D.M. Earl
Series: A Blue Sky Sanctuary #1
Publication date: June 27th, 2024

Synopsis:
One broken military man. One veterinarian. And the compassion that ignites into passion.

Former Navy SEAL Ollie O'Brien can't deal with being sidelined and discharged. His military career was his greatest accomplishment. And now, he's flailing and fumbling as he searches for purpose in a world that doesn't seem to value him at all. And when his sister lands him a job in North Carolina, Ollie is reluctant to accept.

Veterinarian Paisley Smythe is in over her head. She needs help with her choices in life, and she's striking out left and right. But when a friend reaches out with an idea, she meets the one man that could be the saving grace that she's needed all along. However, the rugged, handsome, and broken man may need her more than she needs him.

As Paisley and Ollie work together caring for the animals and saving the clinic, something sparks between them. Ollie's injuries force him to believe he's not enough for Paisley. And Paisley's past demons destroy her confidence in relationships. Can they both find a way to heal in one another's arms?

**Readers, please note: This book was previously published in 2022 as Survivor: A Salvation Society Novel. Content has been mortified.**


Grey's Rescue by D.M. Earl
Series: A Blue Sky Sanctuary #2
Publication date: June 27th, 2024

Synopsis:
One former military hero. One wildlife lover. And the animals who saved them both.

Relatively new to the Blue Sky Sanctuary, Grey Nottingham is desperately trying to find his bearings in a world he knows nothing about. Still reeling from a mission that crashed and burned out of his control, Grey searches for solace in a safe haven that specializes in the struggles that former military heroes face. But when he encounters a beautiful, determined, and compassionate woman who will do anything to protect the Montana wildlife, Grey suddenly knows his purpose.

Abigale Styeeks loves nature--and after finishing college, she's dedicated her life to defending innocent, protected wildlife--even if it means bringing danger to herself. When the gorgeous and tortured Grey Nottingham brings her tortured wolves, Abigale launches an all-out mission to save them. Despite her efforts, the ranchers will stop at nothing to destroy the wildlife that threatens their livelihoods. Now, battling the ranchers and saving the animals being hunted becomes Grey and Abigale's new mission. Teaming up, the two find more than the answers to protect the endangered animals. Grey makes it his mission to protect Abigale and the wildlife from the vicious ranchers. But, will they end up rescuing Grey from his other personal demons?


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USA Today Bestselling author, D.M. EARL creates authentic and genuine characters while spinning stories that feel so real and relatable that the readers plunge deep within the plot, begging for more. Complete with drama, angst, romance, and passion, the stories jump off the page.

When Earl, an avid reader since childhood, isn't at her keyboard pouring her heart into her work, you'll find her in Northwest Indiana snuggling up to her husband, the love of her life, with her seven fur babies nearby. Her other passions include gardening and shockingly cruising around town on the back of her 2004 Harley. She's a woman of many talents and interests. Earl appreciates each and every reader who has ever given her a chance--and hopes to connect on social media with all of her readers.



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Saturday, June 29, 2024

Review: Bright Side by Kim Holden

Bright Side by Kim Holden
Series: Bright Side #1
Publication date: July 4th, 2014
Pages: 468
Spice: 🌶️🌶️

Synopsis:
Kate Sedgwick's life has been anything but typical. She's endured hardship and tragedy, but throughout it all she remains happy and optimistic (there's a reason her best friend Gus calls her Bright Side). She's quick witted, endlessly passionate about music, the first to offer a smile, and the kind of loyal that most friends only dream about. The one thing that escapes her optimism is love. She's never bought into it, never believed in it. So, when Kate leaves San Diego to attend college in the small town of Grant, Minnesota, the last thing she expects is to fall hard for Keller Banks.

They both feel it.

But they each have a reason to fight it.

They each have a secret.

And when secrets are revealed,

they may heal you,

or they may end you.


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Quirky and persistently positive Kate is just starting out in college. With nobody she knows around her and her best friend thousands of miles away from her she has to start over from scratch. But when you are the type to push others to live their lives to the fullest, it is hard to not garner a few friends along the way. Whether it be the openly gay boy who just needs someone who will support him as he lets himself experience his sexuality, the closed off and angry flower shop worker, or the shy and bumbling coffee shop barista, it is hard for anyone to resist Kate's radiant personality. There is a reason that her best friend calls her Bright Side. But Kate is hiding a secret that will turn her world and the people she love's lives upside down. Add to that the fact that she is desperately trying to resist the handsome barista, Keller's, attractiveness and you have a disaster waiting to happen. Will Kate's secret get between her and her budding romance with Keller and what of his mysterious past? Are they doomed to fail or can Kate's world of sunshine and rainbows (and of course unicorns) help them to overcome all their obstacles?

When I first started this book I had an incredibly hard time delving into it. The overwhelming positivity from the main character read very fortune cookie-like. She was always pushing people to live their best lives and to be spontaneous. It was the first sign that something bad was going to happen. It tipped me off well before it came out in the book and caused this sense of dread to overcome me to the point where I almost put the book aside and didn't finish it. But once I actually dug into it I stayed up until 8am reading the whole thing in one sitting. The beginning may not have locked me in but once it hit that major secret being realized, it was hard not to see what happened next.

This is a warning for all the cry-baby readers out there, you will sob. You will ugly cry. You will set the book aside and sit for a moment only to lapse into MORE tears because the tragedy feels so real. I have never read a book that went through so much pain through so much of the book. I think the major conflict was revealed at like 60% of the book? That was 40% of them coming to terms with it and it slowly getting worse and worse. There is no happy ending for this book. Get that out of your head real fast. This book will utterly destroy you and make you just sit back and sob repeating "oh my god!" 

But I did love Kate's connections to everyone. She had a special bond with each of them and it made it impossible for anyone to hate her. Even the people who tried she just had a way of refusing to fight with them to the point where all their blustering piped down. Keller and Kate may have been the aimed for couple in the book but my heart was yearning to see Kate and Gus end up together. I could tell Gus was smitten with her from the beginning and was curious how that would work with Keller coming into the mix. Gus was such a vivacious character. But unfortunately, even though Gus is featured in the second book I can't read it. I was so hungry to see Kate and Gus together that seeing him move on with someone else would not work for me. I do appreciate that the author didn't try to move on other characters as well because that would have ticked me off.

The book started out slow but once it got its hooks it didn't let go until you were a weeping mess with the last page turn.


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Release Blitz with Teasers: All In by E.M. Shue @emshue_ak @EJBookPromos


All In by E.M. Shue
Series: Russian Cardroom #3
Publication date: June 27th, 2024

Synopsis:
When the flop is turned, I realize what I have.

The winning hand.

But she doesn't know that, so I'm going all in.

I'm part owner of the Lucky Dice Casino, one of the most popular on the Strip. My life consists of order, my computer, and numbers. My one vice is an exclusive club for the wealthy and very private. That's where I met my dream girl. She's everything I want and so much more.

When she runs from me, the last place I expect to find her is in the Russian Bratva's Las Vegas headquarters. My dark-haired beauty has been a naughty girl. She's in the Bratva's crosshairs, as well as the other organized families in town. But she's mine. I'll give her my protection... as long as she takes my name.

Everything I own is on the table, and she's my prize.

I won't lose.

This next installment is the dark mafia romance series Russian Cardroom will leave you enchanted.



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E.M. SHUE is an Alaskan award-winning romance author. She is proudly featured in K. Bromberg's Everyday Heroes World, Aurora Rose Reynold's Happily Ever Alpha World, KL Donn's Mafia Made Series, Susan Stoker's Special Forces Operation Alpha World, and the soon to be released Devil's Handmaidens MC Collection.

She published her first book in 2017 after having a dream that later became the Beverley Award winning, Sniper's Kiss. Since then, she has gone on to win this award three more times with different books and has published over thirty titles.

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