Dec 20, 2010

All She Wants 4 Christmas by Jessica Lee

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Title: All She Wants 4 Christmas
Author: Jessica Lee

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Publisher: Breathless Press

Genre: Holiday/Romance/BDSM-m/m/m/f

Length: 28 pgs.

THE BOOK: What if on Christmas Eve all your darkest desires came to life? Could you handle it?

It's Christmas Eve, and all Monica Sims wants is for her fiancé, just once, to step outside his comfort zone. She loves him, and life is fine in their perfectly planned world. But Monica is ready for more. She takes a risk and shares with him her darkest fantasies: Domination. Submission. Surrendering to the will of more than one man. But her confession is more than her straitlaced boyfriend can handle—or so she thought.

Dane knows exactly what he wants in bed: just him and Monica, his fiancée—alone. Simple, easy, vanilla sex was all he ever needed. That was until the night he found his fiancée in her office, watching—enjoying—a very naughty movie on her laptop. Determined to be the one to unleash her control, Dane decides to surprise her on Christmas Eve with a trip to a private fetish club. But they won't be alone.

The Review:

After finding out about her darkest fantasy Dane surprises Monica, his fiancée by making this Christmas one that she will never forget. Their relationship has been on a down slide but when Monica sees how eager Dane is to show her his surprise, she feels that things may be looking up for them and she is pleasantly surprised.

All She Wants 4 Christmas is a great read full of emotion. There may be multiple men in this story but the main focus is the love that is shared between the couple, Monica and Dane. Their love shines right off the pages. Even during the hottest part of the sex scenes we see their love and devotion to each other. Making this more than just a story about sex; it's about love.

Jessica Lee has written a wonderful story about love and trust between a couple. Monica and Dane love one another and want to make each and every dream of the others come true. All She Wants 4 Christmas is a beautifully written love story that should not be missed.

PAGAN ELEMENTS: N/A

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Pirate Lady Holiday by Kate Richards

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Title: Pirate Lady Holiday
Author: Kate Richards

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Publisher: Breathless Press

Genre: Contemporary/Holiday/Erotic/Romance

Length: 39 pgs.
Reviewed by: Strega

About The Book: Clara is about to spend Christmas alone babysitting a yacht. So it's a good thing she's getting a little unexpected company to help pass the time.

The Review: First off, let me say I loved this story. When you read a book by Kate Richards, it's a no-brainer that it's going to be good, but holiday stories can sound a lot alike sometimes. Not so in this case. Of course, when you put yachts, Christmas, grog, tattoos, gingerbread, and a hot rocker dude together, you're gonna get a great story. In this case, not only is it a great story, it's also sweet, and has a happily ever after that I loved.

Add this one to your Christmas must read pile!

Pagan Elements: N/A

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XXXMas Ale by Liz Crowe

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Title: XXXMas Ale
Author: Liz Crowe

Author Site: http://www.aabedwench.blogspot.com/

Buy Link: http://www.breathlesspress.com/erotic/xxxmas-ale.html
Publisher: Breathless Press

Genre: Contemporary/Holiday/Erotic/Romance

Length: 21 pgs.

About The Book: It's Holiday Party time, and the employees of Winter Street Brewing Co. are doing it up right, with a special ale brewed just for them by one of the owners. High in spice and alcohol, XXXMas Ale gives Blake, the handsome and shy warehouse manager, the liquid courage he needs when he encounters Danielle, the new female brewer. Dani's determination to see what Blake has to offer after their first introduction brings him out of his shell—long enough for him to appreciate not only her expertise with rare Belgian beers, but what passion she offers that may threaten his heart.

The Review: You know those Christmas parties where everyone gets drunk and makes out? This ain't that kinda story!

When you combine a Christmas party at a brewery with a guy who looks like "a movie star crossed with an NFL quarterback," and the newly hired brewer, a sexy little thing named, Dani—it's gonna get hot.

XXXMas Ale is a quick, sizzling read you won't want to miss this holiday season. If you're freezing up in Buffalo, or anywhere else, you'll certainly thaw out after reading this sexxxy story, certainly to be a Christmas favorite.

Pagan Elements: N/A

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Delinquency Report by Herschel Cozine

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Title: Delinquency Report
Author: Herschel Cozine

Author Site: Unknown

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Publisher: Untreed Reads

Genre: Holiday/Memoir

Length: 8 pgs.

About The Book: A young boy loses his belief in Santa and turns to petty shoplifting with the belief that it no longer matters if he's naughty or nice. The lesson he learns as a result is more valuable than anything he could steal.

The Review: I loved this story. Perhaps it was the nostalgia of another time and place when life was simpler and we all knew our place in society, in our family, and in our town.

Delinquency Report is a slice of life those under forty won't remember and those over forty will never forget. It brought back all those memories of God, country and apple pie when there were no guns in schools, but God was; when bullies got there butts kicked after school, and everyone in town went to the high school football games, and church on Sunday. Those days may be gone for most of the country but it's why I still live in a town like that.

I like remembering the good ol' days when life was simple and there was no more on our plate than what to do on Saturday night. And if you need just a moment to remember when, read Delinquency Report. It will make you smile, make you remember, and bring tears to your eyes.

Pagan Elements: N/A

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Dec 5, 2010

The Scarab Prince (Desert Princes of Jikkar, #2) by Rebecca Goings

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Title: The Scarab Prince (Desert Princes of Jikkar, #2)
Author: Rebecca Goings

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Publisher: Carnal Passions

Genre: Erotic, Fantasy Romance

Length: 185 pgs.
Reviewed by: yadkny

RATINGS FOR:

Cover: 5

Presentation: 5

Editing: 5

Story: 5

Writing Ability: 5

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About The Book: Trianna Pramtash must be punished for her assault on the Viper Prince’s intended bride. Not wishing to do so himself, the Viper gives her to his best friend, the Scarab Prince, to mete out her sentence--the one man who’s held Trianna’s heart since childhood.

Qadir Hadmas is overjoyed Trianna no longer belongs to the Viper. His heart broke years ago when she left Suridesh engaged to his best friend--but she never married Tariq. She belongs to him now, and he’s not about to let her go.

Neither of them is prepared for the sensual delights Trianna’s punishments turn out to be. Their fragile childhood bond turns into a raging inferno--one they cannot deny. But when Trianna is taken from him in a spectacular sandstorm, it is up to the Scarab Prince to claim the woman he has always wanted, and make her his in truth.

The Review: There is absolutely nothing sweeter in romance than childhood friends finding love with one another after years of being apart and not knowing how the other felt.

As far as obsession goes, I have become thoroughly obsessed with the Desert Princes of Jikkar. Ms. Going’s did not disappoint in this second installment to the series. If you haven’t read the first one, I highly encourage you to do so since The Scarab Prince picks up right where The Viper Prince left off.

Once again we find ourselves in the desert, but with a different prince to fawn over. Our focus has changed in that we learn what Trianna’s punishment will be for inflicting harm on Sabine. I have to say that while reading about Trianna in the first book, I was not at all looking forward to reading anything more about her. She was vindictive, spiteful, and bitter, so I judged her without second thought. Trianna’s transformation throughout the book to reformed mean girl status is inspiring and I compliment Ms. Goings’ ability to make the before and after believable.

If all punishments were passed down so erotically then more people would be deliberately looking for trouble. But in this case the punishment went both ways and not just for Trianna. Qadir also punished himself by allowing his already growing attraction for Trianna manifest further by acting on dormant feelings. Knowing that their life could have been so different if only they had known the truth is what makes this all the more bittersweet. They reminisce about the past and what would have been. I cried when Trianna and Qadir's reunion was finally realized only to have a bleak outlook for a future. She believed herself not worthy and he set out to make her believe otherwise.

Regardless of the harsh weather climate, if I could, I would move there. Just look at the cover and tell me if that is not enticement enough to read this book!

Pagan Elements: None.

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Until It’s Over by Lauren Gallagher

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Title: Until It’s Over
Author: Lauren Gallagher

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Publisher: Carnal Passions

Genre: Contemporary/Erotic/Romance

Length: 269 pgs.
Reviewed by: Violet Harper

RATINGS FOR:

Cover: 5

Presentation: 5

Editing: 5

Story: 5

Writing Ability: 5

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About The Book:

Just as dressage trainer Dani Blake decides the best kind of relationship is no relationship at all, along comes cunning linguist Connor Graham, and he's the perfect Mr. Right Now. He's newly single, not looking for any type of attachment, and smoking hot in bed.

Best of all, he’s moving out of state in a few months, so there’s no pressure for – and no chance of – a long-term relationship. Even if Dani hadn’t already made the mistake of moving to another state for a man in the all too recent past, a mistake she’s not keen on repeating, she’s stuck in Seattle because she can’t afford to move her beloved horses again.

So she and Connor will just take advantage of the time they have and enjoy it until it’s over. It’s just enough time to have some fun, and not nearly enough time to fall in love with him.

The Review:

I knew before I sat down to read this that I would love the story. Lauren Gallagher is gifted at crafting tangible characters and putting them into stories that tug at our heartstrings. Dani is a woman reeling from a breakup. Connor is also recently single, and he’s planning to move far away in a few months to pursue his doctorate. It’s just a summer fling—at least until they fall in love.

In Gallagher’s talented hands, the story and the characters come alive. Nothing surprising happens, yet the curve balls still hit the reader square in the heart. It’s an emotional rollercoaster, messy and complicated like real life, only this one has a happy ending.

Lauren Gallagher is officially one of my favorite authors. I love stories that grab me from the first word and make me fall in love with both of the characters. Gallagher captivated me from the first word and kept me through the last. I didn’t want the story to end. I can’t wait to read her next book.

Pagan Elements: N/A

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Demon Heart by Nicole Dennis

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Title: Demon Heart
Author: Nicole Dennis

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Publisher: Breathless Press

Genre: Contemporary/Fantasy

Length: 63 pgs.
Reviewed by: Gabrielle

RATINGS FOR:

Cover: 4

Presentation: 4

Editing: 4

Story: 4

Writing Ability: 4

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About The Book: Running errands before Halloween, Constance Morelli passes a window display and is drawn to a dazzling ruby necklace. Not quite believing the story behind the piece, but intrigued by the possibilities, Constance takes the jewel home, only to find herself in possession of a naked demon-hunk, bound as a sex slave.

After four thousand years of dealing with various mistresses in one sexual way or another, Aramir knows what to expect when he appears in the moonlight. Only this mistress is different. He's fed, clothed, and treated like a real man. Not a slave. What is a bound demon to do with such a lady?

The Review:

I was drawn in to this sweet story right from the beginning. I found myself in a beautiful town with characters full of emotions and depth.

On a whim Constance recites the spell to bring Aramir to her but she is not prepared for it to really work. Once Aramir comes to Constance she finds that she wants more than just a sex slave. I enjoyed watching the bond of love form between Aramir and Constance. Aramir is a demon and when he was young and stupid he was tricked into becoming a sex slave yet one can see he has a heart and a mind. He is willing to fight for whom he loves. Constance is a strong woman who loves with her whole heart and only wants the best for the people she cares about. The relationship that blooms between the two is a great read.

This story is well written and fast paced. It kept me turning the pages to find out just what happen next. I would have liked to have seen a different ending though. With out spoiling the story I can say it just seemed a bit quick for me and did not satisfy my own feelings for Constance and Aramir. The story as a whole is a great read and should not be missed. I would love to meet more of the inhabitants of the quaint little town and will definitely be on the lookout for more books from this author in the future.

Pagan Elements: N/A

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