Wednesday 25 June 2014

Raven Release blitz



Ashley Suzanne ~ Raven

Synopsis
If I would have known then what I know now.

If I would have known that having my heart broken at thirteen by my one and only friend, Garrett Rhodes, would never compare to the empty feeling at sixteen when I buried my mother.

If I would have known that changing schools in my senior year would throw all that back in my face.

If someone would have told me that when you drink a fifth a night and get in bar fights at twenty one, I’d end up in jail … again.

Maybe … just maybe … I wouldn’t be in the hell storm I’m living in these days. Letting my past dictate my future, allowing the best of the best male MMA fighters bully me day in and day out and knowing no matter what I do, Garrett will always be the only man that understands me. I didn’t have to live this way. One day changed the course of my life forever.

Through all this mess, the one thing that I’ve found that keeps me centered … martial arts. And I’m damn good. If only someone would give me a chance to prove my worth.

All I can do now is make the best of it and try to not let the fight consume me.

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Excerpt

“Hey, cheater. You still got clothes on,” Garrett shouts from the bank.

“It’s not my fault that you’re wearing more than me. Skirt and flip flops come off in much less time than sneakers and jeans.” Dipping my head back to get the hair out of my face, Garrett finally gets his shoes off and starts working on his jeans.

Nothing could have prepared me for the sight I was about to see. Unbuttoning his pants and letting the zipper down, he lets the denim drop to his ankles. His muscular thighs are barely hidden by the tight boxer briefs he’s wearing underneath. Pulling his shirt over his head, Garrett’s abs glisten in the late afternoon sun. 

Licking my lips, I have to remind myself that when I last saw Garrett, he was a fifteen-year-old, lanky boy with no muscle tone whatsoever. This man before me … he’s got muscle on top of muscle and it’s downright the sexiest thing I’ve ever seen. I make sure that when Garrett finally makes his way into the water I keep my chest below the surface to hide my ever present hardened nipples. I could always lie and say the water’s cold, but he’d know I’m a damn liar.

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Review
This is a standalone and is Rian and Garrett's story

We have a guy that's shifted from place to place being a son of career military man he hasn't ever stay in any one place for very long ,,, he meets a girl when they are still kids but needs to protect her from the get go ,,, he has always been someone that just fitted so no matter where he went he would always make friends ,,, but this girl was more than that ,,, until once again he had to relocate ,,, leaving her behind

We have a girl that's being brought up by just her mother ,,, her free spirited mother ,,, she was happy and loved her mum ,,,, she never really fitted in at school and was picked on ,,, until one day a new boy started ,,, he protected her ,,, she felt things for him ,,, but then he left ,,, she was alone with the bullies again ,,, she has a tough time when her mum remarries and finds herself attending a different school only to meet with her one and only friend again ,,,, years apart but yet like it was only yesterday they last saw one another ,,,, but the are older now :)

Life throws a few curveballs at these two and they have found themselves separated a number of times ,,,, but it's as though they are on a bungee cord or something coz they manage to find one another ,,, but after so many years is it too late? Have their lives gone into different directions?

Rian has built up some deep seeded strength that gets her through her course in life ,,,, the rage from within sees her begin to get a focus on where she wants to be ,,, but this can all so easily be stripped from her in one night ,,, will she keep that flame burning within? ,,,, will she see that she is allowed to be happy? ,,, will she stop pushing those closest away? Or will it all be too late?

I loved this book i love the fire within Rian ,,, she has had some awful stuff happen but it's made her into who she is ,,, everyone she loves leaves in one way or another and she becomes the Raven ,,, but Garrett captured her heart the first time they met as kids and she never managed to get him out of there ,,, we all make mistakes in life but not all of those mistakes can be taken back ,,, but they will make a difference to the future ,,, life has a plan and all the good and bad stuff happens for a reason

Highly recommend this book to you all ,,, you'll fall in love with these characters and they'll capture you :)







MeetTheAuthor



 

Ashley Suzanne is a married mother of three little boys as well as a daughter, aunt, sister, best friend, birth mother, blogger, book whore and author. Ashley is a native to the suburbs of Detroit, with most of her family living in Kentucky and New York. 

You can usually find Ashley sitting in bed, with her laptop, playing on Facebook, pretending to write, entering giveaways (she’s also a swag whore) or on a football field with her oldest son, Tyler. Yep, not only is she a football fan, she’s a football mom!

When she’s reading, it’s typically something to do with romance, contemporary being her favorite genre. She’s a total fan-girl over a few authors; Pamela Ann, SE Hall, Madeline Sheehan, Jasinda Wilder, Maya Banks, CM Stunich, Nicole Jacquelyn and Riley Rhea to name a few.

Ashley has no pets, unless you count her children and she is a little OCD. Her favorite color is pink. Her favorite drink is cherry vodka and coke and double chocolate brownies are a must.

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Sunday 15 June 2014

The Beats In Rift Tour

 
 
The Beats in Rift
Ker Dukey
Release day ~ June 13th

Ker Dukey has done it again people this book is bloody awesome ,,, check it out and we even have the links you need for both Ker and her work ,,, our review is here for you too :) ENJOY!!!!
 
Blurb:

I was invisible, until they saw me.
 
When circumstance forced me and the Jacob twins
to spend two weeks of the summer together,
the bond we formed would impact us all,
altering our lives.
Fate, entwining us forever.
They became my best friends, my family, my first love.
With their love came their father’s hate!
Love is powerful but also painful and destructive
when it’s torn between three people.
When my mother’s reputation and their father’s vile actions
damage that love, that friendship, it changes the dynamics of our trio
setting me on a path of love, loss and impossible decisions.

Jared the beautiful rogue, who pushed her limits,
opened her eyes and owned her heart.
Their love was powerful, everlasting… until he abandoned her.
Justin, loyal and true, picked her up when she was left fragmented.
He made a place for himself in her heart and would fight to keep it.
When both twins come in and out of Meadows life,
leaving damage and hurt in their wake
will she ever choose one or the other, or leave them both without
the beats in their heart?
 

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Review

Holy hell ,,, Ker Dukey you are a shining star in the realm of fiction ,,, to know you had another book coming out pleased me no end let me tell you but now I have read it ,,, you've blown me away ,,, I'm a BIG fan of Broken ,,, BUT I actually think this book is level par ,,, if not maybe even slightly better ,,, it is sheer and utter brilliance ,,, I couldn't put it down ,,, well lunchtime interfered if I'm honest if the kids were at school lunch wouldn't have even been considered the book is just that good

Serious praise goes out to Ker ,,, absolutely amazing :) ,,, this is one that everyone needs to get their hands on and read ,,, I am left reeling and can imagine that I'll be talking about this one for ages

If you are a busy person seriously make sure you gave the time to read this ,,, it is full on from start to finish ,,, some books have good parts that grip ya, that make you not wanna put it down ,,, the problem with this book is that there are parts like that ,,, the WHOLE book will make you feel that way :)

I won't do spoilers but I'll give you a glimpse of what your gonna get ,,, 1 girl unseen by many other than the sluts daughter ,,, 2 guys, identical twins, but so different from each other in every other way than their looks ,,, As Meadow grows she simply blooms into a beauty ,,, anyone that catches a glimpse wants her ,,, the girls aren't so keen coz of how stunning she is ,,, but she is determined to be the opposite to her mother ,,, the twins both love her ,,, and she loves them both, but for very different reasons ,,,, throw in a deranged and unstable father ,,, a few secrets ,,,and we have 'The Beats In Rift'

There is an element of darkness to this book but do not be put off by this ,,, I only enhances the story

I was a Ker Dukey fan before this book and without a doubt even more so after this one

HIGHLY recommended people!!!!!





Author bio:


I have always had a passion for storytelling, whether it be through lyrics or bed time stories with my sisters. I wanted to be an actress growing up so I could live many roles but I learned early on that my mind was too active, I would want to change the script. I would watch films and think of ways they could of improved the story if they took another direction.


My mum would always have a book in her hand when I was young and passed on her love for reading, inspiring me to venture into writing my own. I tend to have a darker edge to my writing. Not all love stories are made from light, some are created in darkness but are just as powerful and worth telling too.


When I’m not lost in the world of characters I love spending time with my family. I’m a mum and that comes first in my life, but when I do get down time, I love attending music concerts with my younger sister, who shares my reading soul, we are two peas in a pod.



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Saturday 14 June 2014

The Maze


 
The Maze/Romantic Suspense ~ Jennifer Lowery

Blurb:
TAG: …A game of survival tests their will and their love.

A mission she can’t forget…

The first female operative for the counterterrorism unit known as ATCOM, Atalanta Devayne is haunted by a former mission gone wrong. That mission led to her imprisonment, torture, and ultimate retirement, along with her loss of faith in the man she’d trusted with her life.

Brings his vengeance…

Former Navy SEAL, Noah Kincaid, bears the responsibility of Attie’s imprisonment and blames himself for not protecting her from drug lord Carlos Santiago. This time he won’t fail her.

In a deadly game of survival.

Santiago has resurfaced and set up an elaborate plan to exact his revenge on Attie by taking her brother hostage. The only way to save him is by revisiting the darkness of her past and relying on a man she can’t trust. In a battle of life or death, Noah and Attie are put to the test. They must face challenges to overcome the past and accept their feelings for each other before the danger that tore them apart separates them forever.
Content Warning: Sexual content

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Excerpt #1:
Copyright ©2014, Jennifer Lowery

Trying to explain was out of the question, he knew she wasn’t in a place where she could listen, so he set the lantern on the ground and stepped back. “Come on, Devayne, take what you need from me.”
“You have nothing I need.”
“Oh, I think I do. Let’s work on your fighting skills before we meet up with Santiago.”
It worked. Attie took off her parka and hung it on a tree limb. Then she lunged. Noah simply allowed her to release her pent up emotions on him, parrying her blows, challenging her and offering what she needed. She flew at and around him with skill and agility that impressed him once again. She jabbed with her fists, kicked and danced as if she were weightless.
The ground below them grew muddy from rain and their boots. Anyone watching would no doubt think them crazy to be out in such weather—Noah would have agreed—but this was important. Attie’s state of mind took precedence over the storm.
Dodging a jab to his kidney, he put his hands together in a time-out gesture as lightning flashed overhead. Attie ignored it and trotted toward him. Deflecting the blow, he said loudly to be heard, “Enough. You’re going to catch pneumonia.”
Again, she ignored him.
Annoyed, he waited for her to turn just like so…and in one swift move spun her into his arms and trapped her arms at her sides, holding her tight against him.
Green ice met his stare and her beauty struck him again. Anger never looked so good on a woman. Raindrops clung to her lashes and slid over the smooth flesh of her cheeks. Her hair clung like a deep flame to her head and shoulders. She looked hostile and aggressive and sexy as hell with her eyes flashing, cheeks flushed and clothes plastered to her lithe body. Her chin jutted out stubbornly.
“I’ll tell you when I’m done,” she snapped, struggling against him.
“You’re done.”
Like a wildcat she fought to be released. She managed to slip an elbow free and slammed it into his ribs. The same as she had the night he rescued her from that cell. She’d landed a good blow to his jaw despite her battered state.
“Ouch,” he growled.
Somehow, she managed to wrap her leg around his. He tried to stop their descent, but the ground beneath them was slippery from where they had churned it up with their boots, and they both went down.
Noah managed to take the brunt of the fall, banging his elbow on a rock when they hit. Attie landed on top of him in a tangle of arms and legs and she was more furious than ever.
“Let me go.”
“Not until we finish this.” He clamped an arm around her waist to still her movements. She collapsed against him, her breath heaving in and out of her lungs. Her forehead dropped down on his shoulder and he tightened his arm around her waist. Slim and delicate against him, her curves fitting into his contours like puzzle pieces.
The air changed around them. Attie’s breath hitched. Like it or not, the chemistry was still there. Years of attraction, years of fighting it, broke him. His control snapped and he lifted his head and captured her mouth in his.

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In honor of the release Jennifer is giving away an e-book copy of any one of her books (go to WEBSITE to choose) to one lucky commenter so please leave a comment with your EMAIL so you can be contacted if you win!!

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CHARACTER INTERVIEW

How did you first meet your writer?
      Noah: When she called me to duty to rescue one of my operatives. I didn’t agree with Jennifer’s terms, but she didn’t leave me any choice. Writers are stubborn creatures.
      Attie: Noah’s right. Writers are very stubborn. Jennifer pulled me back into duty after my retirement from ATCOM. Against my will. But *glances at Noah with warmth in her eyes* I’m glad she did.

What are your favorite scenes in your book: the action, the dialog or the romance?
      Attie: As the first female operative for ATCOM, I love the action. Who wouldn’t love being in the field? *sends Noah a sizzling hot look* Then again, the romance is great too. 
      Noah: *returns the look, but doesn’t comment*

Do you infiltrate your writer’s dreams?
      Jennifer: I’m going to interrupt this interview to answer this question because these two didn’t let me sleep peacefully the entire time I was writing this book. Okay, continue.
      Attie: In our defense, you weren’t a very cooperative writer. You refused to listen to me.
      Jennifer: *nods* I’m working on my control issues. It all worked out in the end though, didn’t it?
      Attie: *smiles* Yes. Definitely.

Are you happy with the genre your writer has placed you in?
      Noah and Attie in unison: Yes.

If you could rewrite anything in your book, what would it be?

Would you be interested in a sequel, if your writer was so inclined?
      Noah: Hell, no. No more books. My wife isn’t going through anything like that again. Damn it, Jen, you promised.
      Jennifer: *whispers* Relax, Noah. Attie is safe. Now, as far as the rest of the ATCOM guys…

What are you proudest of?
     Noah: *something deep and haunted flashes in his blue eyes* My wife.
     Attie: *smiles and laces her fingers through Noah’s as they share a private moment* 

What do you like most about where you live?
     Attie: After spending time in a South American jungle, I love Montana and living in the mountains. The air is so clear and crisp. If I never visit a jungle again, it’ll be too soon.
     Noah: *goes rigid in his chair, but remains silent*

What is your least favorite word?
     Noah and Attie in unison: Carlos Santiago.

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Author Bio:
 
NY Times & USA Today bestselling author, Jennifer Lowery grew up reading romance novels in the back of her math book and on the bus to school, and never wanted to be anything but a writer.  Her summers were spent sitting at the kitchen table with her sisters spinning tales of romance and intrigue and always with a tall glass of ice tea at their side.  
Today, Jennifer is living that dream and she couldn’t be happier to share her passion with her readers.  She loves everything there is about romance.  Her stories feature alpha heroes who meet their match with strong, independent heroines.  She believes that happily ever after is only the beginning of her stories. And the road to that happy ending is paved with action, adventure, and romance. As her characters find out when they face danger, overcome fears, and are forced to look deep within themselves to discover love.   
Jennifer lives in Michigan with her husband and two children. When she isn’t writing she enjoys reading and spending time with her family.  

Find Jennifer: Author Website   Facebook   Twitter   Romance Recipes

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Other Books by Jennifer Lowery:
A SEAL’s Song (Book #1, SEAL Team Alpha)
Hard To Handle (Book #1, Sawyer Sisters Trilogy)
Hard Core (Book #1, Onyx Group)
Murphy’s Law
Taking Chances (short story)

Friday 13 June 2014

At Your Beck and Call Tour



Synopsis
Hallen Jansen has it all. At 28, he has a flashy car, a great apartment, and a job he’s good at and that he loves – as an escort – working at your beck and call.

His life is easy, with no emotions or attachments slowing him down – choosing to keep moving, always running from the past. But when a new client awakens unfamiliar feelings, all bets are off. Can he convince a recently divorced woman twenty years older to trust men again – to trust him? Can Hallen trust himself not to screw things up?

Surrounded by people who choose to judge them, will they make their relationship a reality, or is it heartbreak for both?

Not all services are professional.

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Review
This is my first book by Jane. And I can easily say that by the time the first chapter of this book was finished I knew I would be addicted to her writing!

This book was like anything I have ever read before. Told from the males point of view which in itself is weird but add to the mix that he is a male escort and you got yourself a drama packed book!

The book starts off with Hallen going on one of her numerous 'Dates'. This is where you first see his male escortness(Yes its a word LOL) kick off. He has been doing it years at this point so its not his first Rodeo. He could do this blind and know what to do and what to say. Like an actor reading from a script. He gives the woman just what they want and says just what they wanna hear.

After that he goes back and shows you his story, and boy is it some story he has to tell us! Years of been an escort has gathered some tales to tell.

My god some of the stories he has is UNREAL! Some of the women are bat shit crazy! Others are just lonely housewifes or just fed up been dateless.

Some parts of this had me so sad. The low self esteem Hallen has is so sad. There was bits in the book where I wanted to take him in my arms and tell him to f**k what everyone else taught! This job has him horrified with himself. He hates himself more then society does. And he shouldn't because he truly is an amazing person and one in a million.

After 7 or so years Hallen is fed up, does he really want to be doing this forever?

Then one woman really makes him look at what he wants. Of all the woman he's been with and yes he's been with ALOT why her? Don't worry she asks herself this REPEATEDLY.

Laura is SO different from the girls he's been with. He doesn't just want a date or even sex with her. He wants forever's with her,making love, holding hands watching sunsets.....*Sigh* Everything...

But there are some things standing in there way.... Kids....ex husbands.....*Cough* Twenty year ages gaps*Cough*...... So there start is not plain sailing, far from it. And wanting to try to be with a male escort is hard enough when you think your living in the shadow of over 1,000 other woman. It tends to send a girl a LITTLE crazy.....

But Hallen's story, and then Laura when she joins in one that will keep you begging for more. This book is scorching hot, how Jane got into the mind of a male escort and done it so well I would love to know! Maybe there's a story there..... ;)
 

 
Excerpt


EXCERPT 1

“So, what other services do you offer, Hallen?”

How many times had I been asked that question? How many times had I answered it?

She laid her hand on my knee, her gaze sharp, questioning, lustful—and ashamed.

The light was not kind to her, emphasizing hard lines around her mouth, the overly tight skin of her forehead.

She should have chosen a bar with softer lighting. Candlelight hides a multitude of sins. Except my sins are all on the inside.

When I’d arrived at the designated restaurant earlier in the evening, she’d been careful to conceal her age. Maybe she thought I’d care. I didn’t. I gave my name to the hostess and asked her to let Ms. Mandelsohn know that I had arrived.

It was always interesting meeting a new client—a challenge, too—getting to know her, putting her at ease, helping her to feel comfortable, working out what she wanted from a date. She needed to feel safe with me, like I’d take care of her in all senses of the words. And talking is underrated as a method of foreplay. Clients often said they felt like they’d known me for years. Well, they knew the part I showed them, which wasn’t the same thing at all. But it was enough to let me fuck them.

They didn’t always want sex—or they said they didn’t. Once they’d met me, they often changed their minds.

 


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I started writing contemporary romance two years ago. Before that, I didn’t think I could write a sex scene. Turns out I can!

My lucky number is 13 because I was born on the 13th and live near a haunted castle by the ocean. My number one past-time is watching hot surfers get changed into (and out of) their wetsuits.

My husband doesn’t read my books. My mother does.

Writing is my love, my hobby, my total addiction. All my characters are important to me and whisper their stories, even when I’ve finished writing their books. That’s why you’ll often find bonus chapters/out-takes from various books, because those voices just won’t be quiet.











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Thursday 12 June 2014

The Beats In Rift is LLLLLIIIIIIVVVVEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 
The Beats in Rift
Ker Dukey
Release day ~ June 13th

This book is freaking awesome people its a must for anyone and everyone ,,, Ker Dukey has done it again ,,, get your copy now ,,, LINKS below ,,,, enjoy!!!!

 

 
 
Blurb:

 
I was invisible, until they saw me.

 
When circumstance forced me and the Jacob twins
to spend two weeks of the summer together,
the bond we formed would impact us all,
altering our lives.
Fate, entwining us forever.
They became my best friends, my family, my first love.
With their love came their father’s hate!
Love is powerful but also painful and destructive
when it’s torn between three people.
When my mother’s reputation and their father’s vile actions
damage that love, that friendship, it changes the dynamics of our trio
setting me on a path of love, loss and impossible decisions.

 
Jared the beautiful rogue, who pushed her limits,
opened her eyes and owned her heart.
Their love was powerful, everlasting… until he abandoned her.
Justin, loyal and true, picked her up when she was left fragmented.
He made a place for himself in her heart and would fight to keep it.
When both twins come in and out of Meadows life,
leaving damage and hurt in their wake
will she ever choose one or the other, or leave them both without
the beats in their heart?
 

 
 
Author bio:

I have always had a passion for storytelling, whether it be through lyrics or bed time stories with my sisters. I wanted to be an actress growing up so I could live many roles but I learned early on that my mind was too active, I would want to change the script. I would watch films and think of ways they could of improved the story if they took another direction.
 
My mum would always have a book in her hand when I was young and passed on her love for reading, inspiring me to venture into writing my own. I tend to have a darker edge to my writing. Not all love stories are made from light, some are created in darkness but are just as powerful and worth telling too.
When I’m not lost in the world of characters I love spending time with my family. I’m a mum and that comes 
first in my life, but when I do get down time, I love attending music concerts with my younger sister, who 
shares my reading soul, we are two peas in a pod.  

 

 
Author links: 
Goodreads link for The Beats In Rift ~ 
For news, updates and teasers come join me on Facebook ~ https://www.facebook.com/KerDukeyauthor 
Email here at ~ kerdukey@gmail.com 
 

 

 
 
Other works by Ker Dukey 
THE BROKEN PARTS OF US  ~ http://tinyurl.com/TBPOU 
MY SOUL KEEPER ~http://tinyurl.com/pr8v9r3