Construction Beauty Queen

 

 

Author: Sara Daniel
Published by: Entangled Press
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 4
Review:

"Construction Beauty Queen" by Sara Daniel was a very good contemporary
romantic read.  This was another good love story that evolved around Matt
and Veronica that was sweet and funny read.  All of the characters were colorful
and well developed and some really having you to laughing out loud.  This was a emotional story in that you find Veronica was just trying to 'fulfull her dreams against everyones will' especially those towns people who did like or appreciate her even being there.  "Her grandfather tells her she can work for his construction firm for thirty days, and if she is successful then she can take over his distribution company he owns."

Then there was Matt who what the owner of the 'Kortville Construction Company'who wasn't happy that she was there and having her work for him.  Now, what is this all about?...Poor Veronica would have to not only prove to herself, grandfather, whole town and Matt but she must win them all over.  Will she be able to do that?  This is the time that I say you must pick up the excellent read to see how Ms. Daniel will present it all to the reader. 

We see from the read that Matt Shaw has lost his brother, sister in law in a
accident.  He has the care of his niece and has also taken over his brother's
company and with that has become a big part of the town.  

So, will this hero and heroine finally be able to get pass all that has been put in front of them come together and work out the real problem?  You will have to pickup this read to find out.  If you are looking for a good read that is a good I would recommend "Construction Beauty Queen" to you as a good read. 

Caden's Vow

Author: Sarah McCarty
Published by:  Harlequinn HgN
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 5
Series: Hell's Eight # 6
Review:

"Caden's Vow" by Sarah McCarty was this authors' 6 in the series..Hell's Eight
# 6.  This novel was a good western, historical, erotica romance that is all rolled
up into one good novel.  I found this series just a love story of Maddie and Caden.Both of these two people were 'broken human beings, one very obviously needing restoration and healing after years of sexual abuse since the age of eight."  "She was rescued in one of the previous books and brought to live with the Hell's Eight and their wives."

Caden had some serious wounds of finding out just who he really was and who
he wanted to be on "set on fullfilling a promise to his father, going to the gold mine." So, what will come of Maddie and Caden?  This is where I say you must picke up "Caden's Vow" to see how this will come out in this forced marriage. 
Be ready for the 'wild wild west, gold mines, riding horses, and shootings.'

Many of the characters have come back into this novel from past series runs.
You will find all of the characters so very well developed and very much so capivating only to give you a good read.  This author has some writing style that shows how she is able to creative such a historicical western  manuscript for her readers even giving you the smells along with the experience of this life.
   
If you are in for a good western, historical and romantic read with some erotica "Caden's Vow' would be recommended to you as a excellent read.

Wedding Gown Girl

Author:  Kathy Bosman
Published by:   Astraea Press
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 4

Review:

"Wedding Gown Girl" by Kathy Bosman was a good 'heartwarming romantic
read where the setting was in South Africa.  This was a good read of one finding
love even when you don't believe in it any more.  We find Kienna who has been
hurt but really all she wants is to be loved, so when the great career opportunity
arises when she go for it? Blake is one good guy but not perfect.  Rachelle is
somewhat very selfish and devious.  What all is she up too?  Who will end up with who especailly with every thing being against them.  This is were I say you will have to pick up "Wedding gown Girl" to find out how this author will take us.  This is definitely one story that this author uses her magic in a wonderfully written story.  The characters were all colorful and this story only produces a "gentle and tender romance that touches the heart with its' honesty."  Be ready for a good read.  Would I recommend this read?  Yes! 

Innocent Tears

Author: Iris Blobel
Published by:   Astraea Press
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 4

Review:

"Innocent Tears" by Iris Blobel was a wonderful well written novel that once you start reading it will be hard to put down.  Definitely the 'six year old girl' Nadine stole this novel for me in her first appearance in the read.  "When six year old Nadine peers over the reception counter of a big city hotel and tells the receptionist,My mum's dead, the reader's attention is immediately gained."  Nadine's  grandparents had been taking care of her but now wanted to give her to her biological father, Flynn who was a business lawyer in Melbourne and didn't  know of his daughters' existence.  Be ready for a lots of drama to come from all of this situation.  The characters Emma, Flynn, Nadine, the grandparents and Jack  are all well developed and colorful , and  really comes
to life giving you a well written storyline. This author really keeps the reader guessing about the romance between Flynn and Emma  and you will see how  this love story is between a man and his  daughter will finally blossom all in this  good read.    Would I recommend this read?  YES!

For the Sake of Amelia - Retribution

Author: Valerie Bowen
Published by:   V.B.
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Series # 3
Rating: 5

Review:

"For the Sake of Amelia - Retribution" by Valerie Bowen was another one of this authors series read that proves she really knows how to keep our attention from one series to the next.  Life for Amelia, Kyle and their child seems to be going fine.  However, what will come in this read? What will happen when Amelia's ex (Ray Talbot)  is released from prison? What comes from it all with Amelia discovers her best friend while growing up in the orphanage?  How important will this person turn out to be in Amelia's life.  This is where I say you must pick up the excellent well written read to find out how Ms. Bowen will bring it all out to the reader and as usually will there be another cliffhanger for us for another read on this story? Yes there is!   Would I recommend?  YES!   Be ready for another good read that only this author can give its readers.

Anything He Wants: Castaway#1 (Anything He Wants 6)

Author: Sara Fawkes
Published by: Sara Fawkes/Fawkestire
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series 6
Rating: 4

Review:

"Anything He Wants: Castaway #1 (Anything He Wants 6), by Sara Fawkes was a interesting short romance with erotica-suspenseful read that truly left me in ahh because I thought I knew how this read was going but was I in for a shock.  This author really know how to  change direction that will simply keep you on the edge of your seat wondering what will be next.  So, I see another cliffhanger...oh well next book please.  I was shocked at Lucky...can't wait to see where this author will take us next....what will Lucas reveal?  I guess we will have to wait and see in the next series what this author has for the readers.  Truly these short stories have a good plot...even those its erotic,  its sexy and  still a very intriguing read only if  this is your kind of read.  Please note this is a  Adult read.

Royal Marriage (Protecting the Crown)

Author: Rachelle McCalla
Published by:  Love Inspired
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series #1
Rating: 5

Review:

"Royal Marriage" by Rachelle McCalla..Protecting the Crown Book # 1 setting from Castlehead, Lydia...  was a good read with plenty of 'action, drama, romance and spies' that would take you  to that 'magical time in history of Kings, Princesses, castles and knights in battles.

How does this story start.....

The novel will definitely draw you into this story of "Princess Gisela  would honor the wishes of her father and that was to marry an Illyrian even though  her heart tells her something different.  On her way to be betrothed and she is injured and near death. If she dies war could break out. They stop in Lydia as King John is known to be a healer. Gisela struggles between the feelings
she has towards King John and knowing she is promised to Prince Warrick and that much in the political realm depends upon their union. Illyrian’s had killed King John’s father four years ago and now he must surrender this beautiful princess to those violent men as well. After his wife’s  death three years earlier, John had sworn never to love again or chance losing a woman while trying for an heir."  Has God sent Gisela into his life to shown him that he can love again?
It was a beautiful moment when you could see how King John's heart was so wounded yet he holds to his 'strong faith in God. "Royal Marriage" was a beautiful told story of a 'Historical Romance.'   And this is where I will say you must pick up "Royal Marriage" to see how this will all come out. Be ready for a great suspense, fantastic historical  and enjoyable read.  Would I recommend?  Yes!  You will definitely be left only wanting  the next series...book # 2 Defending the Duchess (Love Inspired Suspense).

A Cold Creek Noel (The Cowboys of Cold Creek)

 

 

 

Author: RaeAnne Thayne
Published by: Harlequin Special Edition
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series # 2
Rating: 5

Review:

 

"A Cold Creek Noel" by RaeAnne Thayne was a sweet holiday 'Christmas' read

that happened to be this authors second in this series.  This was a story of Caidy and Ben along with 'adorable kids, dogs and horses.'  We find that this widower Ben Caldwell was a new vet in Cold Creek along with two children wanting to escape his past.   Caidy Bowman have suffered greatly due to the fact that her parents were brutally killed. Caidy had once had dreams of becoming a vet but these day she is found working at the family ranch and helping raise one of her nieces. After Caidy takes her pup to the vet and finding out that the Vet needed a place to stay...later after the vet is offered  and moves into the 'Foreman's' house. As  you read you will seek how  these two people are being thrown together in one way or another.  You will find that Caidy's brothers invites Ben and his children over for a sleigh ride and Sunday dinner.  Will these barriers that are keeping these two apart be dissolved?  This is where I say you must pick up "A Cold Creek Novel" to say how this author will  get this all out to the reader.  The characters were all well developed giving you a good realistic and enjoyable read.

 

This was one happy fun Christmas story with a lots of 'love warmth,  good, strong likable characters, kids and  dogs all wrapped up in one excellent novel.  Would I recommend? YES!  This would be a wonderful holiday novel to read.

 

 

 

Bring on the Blessings

Author: Beverly Jenkins
Published by:  William Morrow Paperbacks
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Series # 1
Rating: 5

Review:

"Bring on the Blessings" by Beverly Jenkins was very uplighting and engaging that turned out to be a quick, easy read. You will be presented with a vaiety of emotions from laughing and even tearing up somewhat as I read though this novel. I found "Bring on the Blessings" a moving novel about Bernadine Brown, who was a divorcee that became a multi-millionaire due to her cheating
husband.  With Bernadine having all of this money she wanted a more meaning and purpose in her life, so she decided to buy a historical small "Black" town in Kansas that was facing bankruptcy.  Will  Bernadine be excepted in this town?  Bernadine also wanted to help foster children. How will Bernadine go about this?   How will this town of 'Henry Adams' take to  Ms. Bernadine ideas?  She is 'Black' and they (town people) thought the new owner was 'White.'  Some of the characters were really something ..some likable and then their were a few that I will just say I will let you decide from  Bernadine Brown, Lily and Trent, Malachi and even Riley to Cletus to name a few. Now,  you must pick up this well written read to see how this author will present this all it to the reader.  You will find out from the read if this women will be able to save the town and help the children brings wonderful blessing to her in  this new town. Be ready for some funny scenes with Amari, Malachi,  Riley and Cletis.

 "Bring on the Blessing" was a wonderful first series novel  and if you are in for a good read I would recommend this read to you.

For the Sake of Amelia II Inhibition

Author:  Valerie Bowen
Published by:  V.B.
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: 5

Review:

"For the Sake of Amelia II Inhibition" by Valerie Bowen was some read that once I picked it up I wasn't able to put down until the end...but was this  the end?  I must say this author does some phenomenal writings that will keep you on the edge of your seat.  Ms. Bowen's storylines are so real and so compelling that it seems to take you into the novel.  The characters...all of them are simply off the chart....well developed, interesting, well rounded, so real,and well portrayed...from Kyle Talbot, Amelia Parker, Tracy, Ben Sullivan,  Ray Parker, Roger Harwick, to Caleb Talbot and there are many others that made this read such a marvelous read.

To understand all the what, where, how and why to it all you must pick up the good read to see how Amelia makes it out of the darkness that she has been found in due to reason that were not of her own making but someone with the mind of a madman... "Hearing the news of the escape of her captor brings fear for Amelia’s safety to the forefront of Kyle’s mind. He is faced with the
realization Amelia’s nightmare is on his way to reclaim what he feels is rightfully his."  Will Kyle be able to get his  Amelia back safely in his arms  from harm?

I found "For the Sake of Amelia II Inhibition" a thriller- suspenseful read that was well written novel that I would recommend this one as a excellent read and wait... this is not the end...you will have to pick up "For the Sake of Amelia - Retribution" for more on Amelia's story.

The Chronicles of Idiot

Author: Erin Berry
Published by: E.B.
Age Recommended: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5

Review:

"The Chronicles of IDIOT" was some read that turned out to be somewhat humorous as it will pokes fun at the government. Now what is this about..as this story moves from the past to present..it tells "the history of a government organization that was to protect unsuspecting Americans from be too interested in just what did matter. One side we find the story moving forward using secret journals while the other side will tell a story of a actual recruit. Now, this will lead you to wonder just what is a IDIOT? It is "actually a name derived for a group of people specifically brought together to create strange phenomena and interesting sightings in the hopes of keeping the American people from getting bored with life." Now, if you can follow that ...you must pick up the read to get a fuller understanding in what all this author want us to know about a IDIOT. It will definitely have you questioning what if? Would I recommend this read? Yes, it may leave you asking do we really pay attention to what the government is doing?

The Heart of War (Of War # 1)

Author: Lisa Beth Daring
Published by: Moon Mistress Publishing
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Series #1
Rating: 5

Review:

"The Heart of War" by Lisa Beth Daring was a good mythology erotic dark romance read that was the first in a series...Of War. We find from this read that the main character named Alena who has been on the run hiding from  Cernummos.  Another main character was Ares who was ancient Greek God of War who had be exiled from Olympus to Greece.  It was there that he finds  Alena and becomes captivated by her as he learn more about this strange woman.  Only before they can "have a relationship truth must be uncovered, and the psychopathic evil God stopped."  Now, is the time that I say you must pick up this read to get the fool story of mythology. You will definitely see 'The Gods of Olympus are engaging with such characters that are simply strong and
interesting.  Be ready because there is heavy eroticism leaving you only to say Wow!  There will be plenty of 'subplots and back stories' from many viewpoints Alena, Ares, Cernummos  and Eros.  Be prepared for a lots of violence...rapes, beatings...real violence.  Do note that "The Hear of War" is a Adult read.

I believed that author did a wonderful job with writing "The Heart of War" and I would recommend as a excellent read. 

Child of War - A God is Born (Of War #2)

Author: Lisa Beth Daring
Published by: Moon Mistress Publishing
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series #2
Rating: 5

Review:

"Child of War - A God is Born (Of War #2)" by  Lisa Beth Darling was a second in a series that was creatively written. This story was of Ares and Alena who are now on Olympus who were  awaiting the birth of their son Raven.  This was definitely one of those stories that once you start you will not want to stop until you are finished with it being so a fast paced where you will find 'jealousy, hatred, love, lust, wrongfulness and lots of conniving deceptions.'  All you need to do is pick up this good read to see where this all will lead you.  All of the characters are simply well developed and captivating ....from Ares, Alena, Raven,...along with Zeus, Apollo, Aphrodite, Eros, Poseidon, Hades to Athena all
giving you a well written novel.  Be ready for there will be explicit erotic scenes, along with 'exposure of rape, bondage, menage, sex toys and orgies.' So be aware this is a Adult Read. 

"What do you do when the people you love betray you, and the people you want to protect are the ones out for your blood? Who will survive the War of the Gods?"  Get ready for these questions to be  answered in your read. 

The story will end with a 'cliff hanger' so be ready for the next series of  a mythology journey that only this author can give us. Would I recommend "Child of War - A God is Born?"  YES!  
 

Whispered Music

Author: Rachel Van Dyken
Published by: Astraea Press
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series 2
Rating: 5

Review:

"Whispered Music"(London Fairy Tales # 2) by Rachel Van Dyken was another one of her awesome regency historical romance series.  This story picks up from 'Upon A Midnight Dream...being the story of Isabeth that had been kidnapped by Russian Prince....and then this story starts and this is where I say you must pick up this read to see what this author has in store for the reader.  You will find that the story is paced well with well portrayed characters that keep you reading until the end.  You will find Isabelle Hartwell’s who was intelligent, courageous, with a big heart and then their is Dominique 'The Beast'  who only thought of his music.  This was like 'Beauty and the Beast' that ended up a wonderful love story loses it all but after all is  said and done were able to heal once again.  I really enjoyed this author's 'fairy tale character 'Hunter, The Wolf who acted as Dominique's conscience when it came to the treatment of his 'new wife.'

I loved the quotes that this author used at the beginning of each    chapter.......one I loved: 

"When you have lost your way, when the world appears as if it is crumbling around you,
 perhaps, just maybe, you should close your eyes. By looking outward we forget the
 strength that is given inward. We can only see part of the picture with our eyes open.
 But, when they are closed, we see as a whole. We concentrate not on what we can
 see, but on the faith of what we know to be true."

All I am left to say is that I found "Whispered Music" a excellent read that only this author is known to put out.  Would I recommend this read?  YES!

The Valmont Contingency

Author: Val Roberts
Published by:   Carina Press
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 4

Review:

"The Valmont Contingency" by Val Roberts was a interesting sci-fi read where
you will find yourself pulled into this new world where there are no countries only planets.  You are separated by religious groups.  This is a fast moving read  with some very intriguing captivating characters. You will find this story with Tasha Ocasek who plays the part of a 'Ice Princess'  and having the look of a geisha has found out that she will have to face a rather horrible  future due to her father.  So, she runs to be a stow away on a 'smuggler's ship' that put her with none other that Captain Garrick ben Khalid. Is this the same person that didn't turn up for dinner?    This is where this novel takes off and I say you must pick up this good read to find out how this author will present this good story to you.

Who was this Captain Garrick?  What will he do with Tasha when she run into him on the 'prirate' ship?  Will she find the love that she has always wanted and  find out the truth about herself and her family?  The answers will come
out from this interesting read.

I found "The Valmont Contingency"  was a enjoyable read in seeing this world as  planets in this sci-fi romantic  read and I would recommend this one to the fans all of  those sci-fi lovers. 

The Rape Scandal That Puts You at Risk

Author: Linda Fairstein
Published by: Open Road
Age Recommended: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 4

Review:

"The Rape Scandal That Puts You at Risk" by Linda Fairstein was a read worth taking a look at. It was published by Open Road and sells for just ninety-nine cents. You will find that it's a short read only six main pages that are really easy to read. This author is one that knows what she is talking about having to 'present many of these arguments in court.' This read will be about a 'number of rape kits that are not test, which means the rapist are not found and convicted. Now, this is the part were you will find that this rapist can 'strike' again...only to put the person at risk....The title will rings true: "The Rape Scandal That Puts You at Risk" .... again... These are not just about women, but of men and even children. This read really gives you reason to think what would have happened if it had been some other crime...what would happen in that procedure? I think this read would be recommend for us to take a look at and see just what you think of the read. I am sure there will be more questions to be asked and answered. Truly this is a very important issue that many have faced in the world that we live it.

Taming the Tycoon

Author:  Amy Andrews
Published by:   Entangled Publishing
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 5

Review:

"Taming the  Tycoon" by Amy Andrews was a really,  really good romance.  I will say one thing or maybe two....this author knows how to write sex scenes that are simply off the chart. From the plot, sex, and the humor.. this is one read I will not be forgetting any time soon. With Addie being funny and Nate being well... I am not going to say.  You will just have to pick up "Taming a Tycoon" and read it for yourself.  I don't think you will be disappointed at all!  This author did a wonderful job with the pacing of the story and the characters were all too real.

If you are looking for a heart felt read...that is funny, sexy and smart...you have come to the right place..."Taming a Tycoon" would be the right place for you and YES, I would recommend this novel as a excellent read.

Shadow Valley

Author: Kate Sherwood
Published by: Carina Press
Age Recommended: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 4

Review:

"Shadow Valley" by Kate Sherwood was a short good romanctic mystery read. The two people that this read was about was Megan Archer and Joe Cody. We find that Megan had recently be caught up in a affair with the governor of Montana and has be sent to "Shadow Valley." In this town there seems to have a 'marijuana problem.' On her way to "Shadow Valley," due to a car accident, Megan is saved by Cody who just happens to the in"member of the biggest pot dealing family in town."  You will find that there is a lots going on within this story...like "the mystery of where Joe's been for the last ten years and what he's really doing in the area and with his family. There's the story between Megan and the governor which is ruining her life. There's the mystery of what is really going on within the different branches of law enforcement in this small town."  However, It doesn't take long for Megan and Cody become interested in
each other and this is where this story really takes off and I say you must pick up "Shadow Valley" to see how this author will bring it out to its readers. You will find all of the characters well developed and very realistic in their endeavors in this intriguing novel.

This is definitely a novel that you will not know from page to page what would happen next in who is or is not trustworthy. If you are in for a good mystery that does have some sweet romance...then you have come to the right place  then "Shadow Valley" would be recommended to you as a good read.

The Vullens' Curse (Book 1 of the Jade Series)

Author: Natasha House
Published by:   N.H.
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Series #1
Rating: 5

Review:

"The Vullens' Curse" by Natasha House was a good fantasy read that was enjoyable and was the first in this series.  This fantasy is of a creature  named 'Jade' that could actually 'boil your blood.' The characters are so magical that truly take you on some ride through this read. We will see how "King Lowen's
wife, Gal'adril, has fallen under the spell of a disease with no cure.  He will stop at nothing to restore her, even it that means capturing death deadly creature, the Vullen." From the read will will find out of the Vullens ability to sing a song  that will kill you,  With these Vullens not being able to leave their village, however until a mother wants to free her daughter and will pay whatever it takes to do so.  Get ready for a interesting read.  The characters are all simply off the chart...well developed and so captivating...only keeping you on the edge
of your seat.  I like these name Otsana, Wolfinic, Fressa, Skaka, Sage, Asha, Deilia, Elder Glon, King Lowen,  Stelane, 'Cheeks,' Queen Gal'adryl, Beclyn, Nahor, Klour, Natli, and Gusha to name a few.  Now,if you have pick up this excellent read,  you will be left wondering if Deilia is able to help King Lowen in her to  stealing  a baby Wolfinic which will be coming up in the next series.

If you are a fantasy reader and love "Seers, Deities, strange blood thirsty creatures" you have come to the right place...for "The Vullens' Curse" would be recommended to you as as excellent read.  Very well done to this author Ms. Natasha House.  I will be looking forward to the next series.

No Flowers Required

Author: Cari Quinn
Published by: Entangled: Brazen
Age Recommended: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series # 2
Rating: 4

Review:

"No Flowers Required (Love Required)" by Carl Quinn was a good contemporary romance, women fiction- chick-lit read. This was a novel of Alexa's and Dillion's story that was a quick read. Once I started reading "No Flowers Required" I wasn't able to put down until the end.

Here is what this novel is about ... From the Author:

"He’ll give her everything she desires...except his identity.

Flower shop owner Alexa Conroy had it all before the recession hit and her customers fled to cheaper shopping grounds. Desperate to make ends meet, she sells her dream home and moves into the rundown apartments above her shop. When she spots six feet of sexy distraction—complete with muscles, piercings, and tattoos—ripping up flooring, Alexa knows the karmic windfall she’s due just landed on her doorstep.

And the attraction’s definitely not one-sided.

Dillon James, reluctant heir to the corporation about to foreclose on Alexa’s shop, is not about to jeopardize their scorching chemistry by admitting he’s not the building’s handyman. But with only weeks until her business goes under and his identity is revealed, Dillon must find a way to convince Alexa cooperation isn’t a dirty word, help her save the shop from his brother’s greed, and persuade her that he’s not the enemy...or risk losing the only woman who’s seen the real him."

This novel was 'sweet sexy story with lots of heart and humor' however, there was a secret being kept by one that turned out to be a big secret that could fall apart in a flash. Now, to find out what this secret is you will have to pick up this good read to see how the author will bring it out for the reader.

I enjoyed "No Flowers Required" and if you are in for a steamy sexy romantic read you have come to the right place and I would recommend this one for you.

Jordan's Battle

Author:  E.A. West
Published by:  Astraea Press
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For GMTA

Rating: 5

Review:

"Jordan's Battle" by E.A. West was a very good short  contemporary romance story. The two main characters were very interesting in how this author brought this to the reader in getting to know and understand them, especially Jordan who had this PTSD having problems to deal with, that of anxiety.   We find this army service veteran with PTSD, has a service dog(Abe) which helps him to have a 'normal life' and to be  able to have a job.  On his new job he meets
Alaina and she is left to wonder why did he have this dog...he looked normal and all?  There will be up and downs in this read and it is here that I say you must pick up "Jordan's Battle" to see how this author lays it out to the reader.  In getting to know them (Jordon and Alaina, you will see that this is a enlighten  romantic  well written story. I definitely found "Jordan's Battle" was a "story that is truly an eye opener to the reality some people live in, and a perfect example of why we shouldn't judge others because we don't know what
they've been through."  Would I recommend this read?  YES!

    

Beguiling Bridget

Author: Rachel VanDyken and Leah Sanders
Published By: Astraea Press
Age Recommended: Adult
Review By: Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series # 2
Rating: 5

Review:

"Beguiling Bridget" was a second book in a series for these two authors which continues on from 'Waltzing with Wallflowers Regency Series.'  I think you will get a little more out of this novel if you have read the first one where in this novel you will get a good entertaining and humorous feel of "Beguiling Bridget." We find that since Cordelia and Ambrose are now married...Anthony doesn't even realize that he has 'he agrees to a bet (and strawberries) that may mean the death of him.' Bridget is a spitfire who distrust all men and promises never to wed. Do we find the heroine fencing for their suitors? Well now things will change when the other twin, Anthony comes on the scene and bumbled his way into Bridget's heart. I found this novel humorous and the characterizations were well developed making "Beguiling Bridget" a intriguing read.

I thought "Beguiling Bridget" was well written short sweet romance novel that kept my attention till the end that I would recommend as a good read.

Light My Fire

Author: Donna Kauffman
Published By: Loveswept
Age Recommended: Adult
Review By: Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 4

Review:

"Light My Fire" by Donna Kauffman good romantic contemporary suspenseful read. This was a third in a series of Delgado's Dirty "Light My Fire: A Loveswept Classic Romance" is a reissue of a Loveswept Classic Romance #857 originally published in 9/97 by this author. We find from the novel that  T.J. Delahaye who  was a covert agent that saved people for a living. This time T. J. will be found rescuing a 'wayward hiker' only in the end he will be the one who needs a hand and that came in the form of Jenna King. Who was Jenna King? Jenna was once a 'elite firefighter.' Moving on... in ths novel we will find how these two met which was quite by accident when Jenna she slips down a mountain and T.J. trying to help a 'damsel in distress' falls and this leaves these both in a 'compromising position ' where to make it... 'they have to help each other if they want to make it out of this situation alive.'  You will find "Light My  Fire" a great story, with well developed characters, a  humorous 'baby Ilama and
those hot, sexy love scenes only to give you a good novel. This is were I say to find out more you must pick up this good read to see who this author will lead to the end to what happens after  these two people meet. 

If you are looking a a good romantic contemporary read, I would recommend "Light My Fire" as a good read. 

Invisible

Author: Carla Buckley
Published by: Bantam
Age Recommended: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA

Rating: 5

Review:

"Invisible" by Carla Buckley was some good mystery read. I feel this read would appeal to the women-chit-lit. This novel will have you still thinking of it long after the read. "Invisible" was all over the place with a real complex family relationship to environmental issues that lead to a deep mystery. There will be many twist and turns...along with some surprises as you read through this novel. "Invisible" is told in first person by Dana Carlson (aunt) and in third person from Peyton Kelleher's who was a sixteen year old.

"This story is an environmental warning story, as Dana discovers a possible source for the increase in kidney in Black Bear. The potential toxin that Dana uncovers is an interesting topic, and it makes you wonder about the possible dangers of modern products."

We find Dana Carlson gets a call from her niece letting her know that her mom, Julie was very ill, Dana rushed back to Black Bear, Minnesota to her sister. Even though Dana had not spoken to Julie for over twenty years, when arriving Dana find that Julie had died.Now, this is where and when all the secrets began to come out and when I say to you that you must pick up this good read to see not only where and when but you will also get all of the what and how in this excellently written read. It is some intriguing read that I wasn't able to put down until the end only to see how these two were telling this to us.

Questions that will be asked and answered.....
"Is there an environmental problem in the town? Will Peyton find out the truth? Will Joe? What happens with Joe and Dana? Dana's job? Peyton? Will Peyton's grandma ever tell her the secrets? Could this work of fiction be true?" "Invisible" was definitely one of "lost chances, forgiveness, and healing." How does all of this fit together?...well, this is where you will have to pick up the good read to find out.

I felt this author did a good job making you wonder if this really could happen. Only leaving me to say Wow, what a read. If you like family drama and secrets with realistic characters .. you have come to the right place for "Invisible" would be a excellent read for you that I would recommend.

Can You Stay For Breakfast?

Author: B.M. Hardin
Published By: B.M.H.
Age Recommended: Adult
Review By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5

Review:

"Can I Say For Breakfast?" By B.M. Hardin was a wonderful sweet romantic read.  This author did a wonderful job in being able to bring it all together for a great read in just a short time.  I couldn't believe how fast I was able to read it...I read it straight through without putting it down for nothing with it  being such a page turner. There were many twist and turns but in the end everything was back on tack the way it was to be. Be prepared for 'secrets, love, lies and deceiption'  because there will be many in this read as you go from one chapter to the next.  You never knew just what was coming next.

As this story starts out we find Staci is lonely and is 'determined to find love.' She "meets Ty, and she is convinced that he is her Mr. Right," however, will this come to pass? This is where this story will pick up and I say you must pick up this wonderful read to find out just what this author has in store for the reader.  As you are going through the  twisting and turning more and more secrets will come out that will have you wondering if Staci and Ty will find that love that each one wanted so badly.  This author works  her magic with this novel making it flow so well and I really loved at the end of each chapter their would be a inspirational quotes...by 'Anonymous' that  tied into  that  particular section  together only to give you something to think on...

             Here is one of those quotes after a Staci chapter....

"Love is patient, Love is Kind, When you find love, real love, do whatever you have to do to hold on to it.  You only get one true love in your life time, be sure not to let it pass you by."

Definitely questions like  "does true love always prevail and are secrets always as quiet as they are kept" will be answered in the end.  The characters were simply off the chart...all so real, alive, memorable and some even charming.

I thought that "Can You Stay For Breakfast?" was a phenomenal good read and to the author well done and I hope to read more of your novels.  Would I recommend this novel? ....YES!

Devil's Bargain (Red Letter Day #1)

Author: Rachel Caine
Published By:  Silhouette Books
Age Recommended: Adult
Review By: Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series #1
Rating: 4

Review:

"Devil's Bargain" by Rachel  Caine was the first in this series of the Red Letter Days and had  some paranormal, mystery and  thriller ...all in this urban  adult read.  This novel will have  some  supernatural going on and full of action.  I thought that the plot was somewhat complex then with a mix of the urban paranormal which became interesting by the 'Cross Society' the idea of the Leads and Actors that was explained toward the end of the read.  Now, to really see what is going on you must pick up "Devil's Bargain" to see where, how, why and what of it all by this author.

"The catch to this story is that Jazz has to become partners with a woman she doesn’t know and go on investigations for a mysterious company, no questions asked."

The characters were all intriguing...Jazz, Lucia, James, Ben, Manny, and Pansy were are likable in some form or another and very realistic.  Was their a blossiming romance between James and Jazz? That remained somewhat strange to me but it did clear up somewhat as I continued with the read. I found this read somewhat strange at times but since this is a series I am sure  it will catch up especailly with that cliffhanger ending.

If you are in for a paranormal,  mystery thrillers, with detectives and a female lead you have come to the right place for "Devil's Bargain" would be recommended to you as a good read.

Dark Knight

Dark Knight
Author: Donna Kauffman
Published by: Loveswept
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series # 4
Rating: 4

Review:

"Dark Knight" by Donna Kauffman was indeed a good romantic suspense contemporary read.  It was the fourth series in conclusing to this series.  This novel was another one of her well written novels that you will find yourself being pulled into this fast read especially in the cabin scenes, the battle between this
hero and heroine(Logan & Scottie) was the perfect foreplay with the perfect background in their developing romance.

It starts...
"Scottie Giardi took over when Seve Delgado went into witness protection, during Santerra's Sin. Now as head of the secret government task force known as the Dirty Dozen she rarely works in the field. However, on Christmas Eve she receives a very mysterious phone call from Seve warning her one of her operatives, Lucas Blackstone, is in danger. Apparently, the danger comes in the form of an identical twin brother, Logan Blackstone. Scottie's mission is to contain Logan, by any means necessary,...until Lucas completes his mission."

The characters are all well developed that will keep you truly entertained only to get a good conclusion to the series.  I found "Dark Knight" a good novel that I would recommend as a good read.

Wellesley Wives

Author: Suzy Duffy
Published by: Writer's Coffee Shop
Age Recommended:  Adult
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Rating: 4
Review:

"Wellesley Wives" by Suzy Duffy was really some reading being a contemporary, women fiction-chick lit, with lots of drama and some humor.  After reading this novel I had many thoughts...Wow, this was some read where two best friends 'manage to stay strong and support each other through dreadful, heart wrenching crises.'  This novel is one of friendship, love and family where "the author gets inside their motivations and hearts, so that even if we deplore their actions, a part of us will under stands them and more importantly forgives them." When reading you will find yourself caught up where you will find a 'beautifully woven story about high-life, friendship, love, loss, cheating, lying, marriage and second chances.' Wow, Ms. Duffy you are simply a wonderful storyteller! "Wellesley Wives" will have you laughing  while still  leaving  you sobbing chapter after chapter. I found all of the characters were strong and were well developed in  tough situation that would definitely keep you turning the pages until the end.  What a local .... Wellesley, MA. that this author wrote her setting from. No, I am not from Wellesley, however this book was published on Sept 27th...which is my birthday! And yes, I would recommend "Wellesley Wives" as a good read.

Until There Was You: A Loveswept Contemporary Military Romance

Author: Jessica Scott
Published by: A Loveswept Contemporary Military Romance
Age Recommended: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Book Blog For: GMTA
Series # 2
Rating: 4

Review:

"Until There Was You: A Loveswept Contemporary Military Romance" by Jessica Scot was a wonderful contemporary romantic military romance making this her second in this series. We are introduced to Evan Loehr and Claire Montoya. I could not put this novel down once I started reading it, This author give us a realistic look on the military and even a relationship between to emotional and very wounded people where we see that both have demons that they had
to deal with but often seemed to compliment each other as they are forced to work together to train a combat team. This author did a wonderful job at making you feel just what Evan and Claire were going through. You are able to taste their frustrations, feel their fears and insecurities from their own personal lives. This read was very enjoyable...yet heavy at times but had the right amount to humor to lighten it up a bit.

I found this story with a good plot and the characters were all likable and with this novel "Until There Was You" you have a well written novel that I would definitely recommend to you.