Saturday, March 30, 2013

Blog Tour Stop & Giveaway: Haven in the Storm by Sarah Dosher




Blurb:


“If you’re going to make me cry, at least be there to wipe away the tears…”
Most were asleep in their beds the night Lily Grace’s entire world was ripped apart, leaving only darkness and torment in its place. The only remaining person she depended on abandoned her without a second thought…or so that’s what Lily has believed for the past four years.


Dean Haven has returned for one reason—to win Lily’s love again. He’s already broken her heart because of the demons that haunt him. Can his desire for Lily keep him from succumbing to those demons again?


Dean has no idea what awaits him when he tries to fight his way back into Lily’s life. Everything he remembers has changed, including Lily.


Is love enough when you’re forced to weather the storms life has blown your way?

Due to content and subject matter, suggested for readers 16 years of age and older.(less)



My review:


My first thought when I finished this book was, WOW. What a fantastic first book that is written so incredibly well. Let me start by saying that I have a thing for books that discuss hard topics. I like a read that gives you something to think about and takes you to a place that most do not.



Lilly has been through hell and back. Her mother and brother died in a tornado and she is left to fend for herself with her father. Dean is the boy she loved as a child and still harbors feelings for. Lilly's father is horrific. She hides away in her room and only comes in or out when he's not home. Lilly is as strong as they come. She never complains, or asks for help and takes it day by day just waiting until she can leave the small town and her father behind. Lilly has many layers to her. She's sweet and kind and rolls with the punches. If only we could all have a little Lilly in us all...



Dean never once forgot about Lilly but has come back to town to take her back and to beg for her forgiveness knowing that they truly belong together. Dean is a hunk. He is sweet, genuine and remorseful. He takes responsibility for his actions and doesn't waste time telling Lilly exactly how he feels. 



Adley is Lilly's best friend whom you can't help but fall in love with right off of the bat. She has Lilly's back and would fight tooth n' nail for her.
Violet is Dean's Grandmother and matriarch of the story. To me she was the heart and the glue. She is a spitfire of a lady that tells it like it is but loves fiercely and unconditionally.



What a powerful read that deals with the topic of physical, verbal and emotional abuse. It's a story also about love and family. I am so proud to have had the chance to be an ever so small part of this journey with Sarah. It's a fantastic read that I didn't want to put down. It was over before I knew it and I seriously can not wait to see what else Sarah has up her sleeve...



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Blog Tour Stop & Giveaway: The Perpetual Quest for the Perfect Life






Blurb:

Tourists flock to Jefferson Point for the antique shops and riverboat tours. Everyone knows everyone and secrets are impossible to keep. Or so it seems...
Dr. Ryan Harper's brutal slaying stuns the picturesque river town. High school football star, Prom King, and on his way to finishing his residency, Ryan was their golden child. 


After a two-year struggle to care for their young son alone, his widow, Nicole, reluctantly returns to Jefferson Point. Her homecoming reopens old wounds, as Ryan's family and friends struggle to adapt to life without his dynamic presence.
The last person Nicole expects to reconnect with is Aaron Foster, Ryan’s best man and reluctant keeper of his secrets.


With opinions circulating on Nicole’s post-Ryan existence, she must maneuver the rapids of past loves, new expectations, and haunting dreams of her fallen husband.


The Perpetual Quest for the Perfect Life is a frank story of questionable decisions, small town politics, and love after loss.



Aaron's Five Faves


1. German Shepherds
2. easy listening/top 40
3. beer-Corona with lime
4. Chicago style pizza
5. his best friend's girl


Nicole's fave things


1. Charcoal Art Pencils
2. Alternative/punk music
3. Post breakfast cartoons
4. Cherry Garcia
5. Dimples





Author info: 
Tammy Coons is the youngest of 7 children and lives in Illinois with her husband, Casey and three children Skyler, Sawyer and Savana. Tammy graduated from Scott Community College in 2010 and holds a diploma in Health Information Technology. In order to pass time while seeking employment in 2010 she decided to update Fury, one of the many stories she and Michelle have written together in the past 20 years.

Michelle Pace is a RN living in Texas with her husband, Les. She has two daughters, Holly and Bridgette, and one son, Kai. A singer and actress in her youth, Michelle has always enjoyed entertaining people and is excited to continue to do so as a writer.


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Friday, March 29, 2013

Cover Revea & Blurb: Search Me by Katie Ashley

Everyone that knows me, knows I LOVE me some Katie Ashley. She is a fantastic writer as well as friend. I am so looking forward to this book of hers. Not to mention you could just stare at the guy on the cover all day long. Talk about one sexy man!

 

Okay, okay I will shut up and just show you the cover already!.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................


Are you sure your ready?

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Prepare yourself now.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................


And I give you Search Me!!




Blurb:


Nineteen year old Lane Montgomery never imagined her usually boring summer in the boonies would require her to trade her toe shoes for hunting boots or her monotonous college textbooks for treasure map deciphering. Never would she have imagined after breaking her grandmother’s precious Native American statue, danger, a lost treasure of Cherokee Gold and a hostage situation would arise. Nor could she predict that the one man destined to protect her and her family was her childhood nemesis and former crush, Maddox Diaz.


Returning after three years in the Army, twenty-two year old Maddox Diaz is confronted with more than he bargained for when agreeing to help his childhood buddy and deepest regret, Lane. Suddenly he is thrust into a dangerous game of cat and mouse with armed and ruthless treasure seekers that results in car chases and gun battles all in the presence of the one girl who still manages to haunt his dreams and drive him wild with desire.


Lane is determined to deny the sizzling chemistry with the man who stole her virginity and broke her heart. She just wants to stay alive with her heart intact. Will she be able to resist the man whose body sets fire to all her senses?

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Cover Reveal for Stay with Me by AC Marchman

So, I got to know this chick when she came down to my neck of the woods earlier this month. She is as sweet as they come and there isn't much I wouldn't do for her. So of course when she asked me if I would help with her reveal I'm like, "duh"!! 



So without further ado I give you the cover for Stay with ME....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................






Blurb:



Allie Marshall, PA student, and Dr. Callahan have 

overcome such intense drama in their short 

relationship. From having to deal with thoughts of 

Claire, his ex that sits in jail for murdering her 

husband, to Allie's secret past has been extremely 

stressful. From the day they met, it has been hot and 

heavy; both of them giving into their wants and 

needs. The pair have thrown caution to the wind and 

...just went with their hearts. All seems well, finally, 

and Allie is letting go of her insecurities that could 

threaten to be her downfall. That is, until someone 

from Donovan's past decides to make a surprise, and 

unwelcome, appearance at a wedding the couple 

attend. A shocking announcement is made that will 

make Allie question everything about Donovan; his 

honesty, his character, even his feelings for her. Will 

this be the final straw, or will this be a test of strength 

of their feelings for each other?


Coming May 12, 2013



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Monday, March 25, 2013

2 Winners will be gifted Music of the Heart by Katie Ashley

Here's the deal folks. I am reading Music of the Heart right this second and I LOVE it. I love the easy banter and can't help but wish I was as quick witted as Abby. I have my moments, but I'm not that good. Jake is swoon worthy as all get out. He will make your heart go pitter patter. Don't get me wrong he's not perfect but you can't help but just "want" him! Girls he is soooo smexy and don't get me started on AJ and Rhys. Ok, ok you get my point...


So this is what I want to do without going through the hassle of a pain in the neck raffelcopter. Just leave a comment and your email address and I will run it through Random.org later and pick 2 winners. Because of time differences I will give until tomorrow afternoon when I get home from work to pick winners.


Wednesday, March 20, 2013

5 e-book Giveaway of Suicide Note by Teresa Mummert

I love this book and it needs to be shared. Here is an opportunity to win a copy of an e-book of Suicide Note by Teresa Mummert. 5 Winners! Below I included my review because yeah it was just that good!!








Ok, so I am a HUGE Teresa Mummert fan so I knew going in it was going to be wonderful. However, it blew my expectations out of the water.
Have you ever read a book and completely identified with the lead female so completely that you could have been her? Have you ever doubted yourself or questioned and asked, "What is wrong with me?" Certainly we have all done this. I know I have. 


Jenn is the most believable character that everyone can relate too. she is caring and sweet and career driven. There was not one thing about her I didn't like. And she wasn't over the top either. She is what I deem as "normal". She is right out of a horrible breakup with what I call a sleeze ball and a sister that was just as bad in my opinion with parents I wanted to strangle.


Then we meet Shane who is in the military and goes on leave for a couple of weeks. Shane comes across tough as nails but in reality is lonely. Having been dumped by a woman who couldn't take his career choice he decides to visit with his cousin's family while on leave. This is where he meets Jenn.


We see two people unaware that they need each other and build a foundation of friendship. We see a natural progression with these two and you can't help fall in love with both of them. It was a beautifully written story and one I couldn't help but fall in love with.


This book has heart and soul. It will make you laugh and send a few tears down your face. It will give you some major insight into military couples that go through this kind of thing every day. It's as real as it gets. Read it because Teresa Mummert delivers and you will not be disappointed!! a Rafflecopter giveaway


Sunday, March 17, 2013

Blog Tour Stop: Reckless by S.C Stephens




Blurb:


  Can love survive when life gets Reckless? When the band hits it big, Kiera and Kellan must ask themselves: Can their love for each other survive the constant pressures of superstardom? The friendships they've formed, the new family they've found, and the history they've forged will all play a part in helping them navigate the turbulent waters of the band's exploding popularity. A greedy executive hell-bent on success, a declining pop star looking for an edge, and a media circus that twists lies into truths are just some of the obstacles the lovers will have to overcome if they are going to remain together. Fame comes with a price-but will it cost Kiera and Kellan everything? Reckless trailer code to paste on blog: 







 Read the first two chapters of Reckless: 

http://www.feedbooks.com/userbook/29520/reckless-chapter-one Reckless on Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13600318-reckless Reckless on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Reckless-ebook/dp/B0092PUTZK Reckless on Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/reckless-sc-stephens/1112680259 Reckless on iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/reckless/id556654008?mt=11 Please link the tour banner to: http://theboyfriendbookmark.wordpress.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=1611&action=edit

Friday, March 15, 2013

Blog Tour Stop: Relentless by Cassia Leo









Book Description:

Claire Nixon is a twenty-year-old college dropout with a secret.


To Claire, Adam Parker is just another flirty customer at the cafe, until a chance encounter and seemingly innocent comment spurs a bet between them. The bet is simple: If Adam can get Claire to reveal the secret that made her drop out of college, she has to re-enroll. If he doesn’t succeed, she gets to keep her secret and he has to stop stalking her at the cafe.


Claire thinks she has this one in the bag. She’s perfected the art of forgetting her past. But she isn’t prepared for Adam’s relentless pursuit or for him to share his own secrets. And she’s definitely not prepared for her rock star ex, and her secret, to come banging down her door one year later.


Goodreads link - http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17182049-relentless


Purchase Links:  

Amazon Kindle - http://www.amazon.com/Relentless-Shattered-Hearts-ebook/dp/B00BJDHT4C/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1361837987&sr=1-1&keywords=relentless+cassia+leo

Nook - http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/relentless-cassia-leo/1114676268?ean=2940016259536

Smashwords - http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/288817

All Romance - https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-relentless-1078438-149.html

Playlist
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEhBKfTpTJyTr6f1EPpbdX7Vd2iY7OmuP

Here's a link to Relentless Pinterest page for some more casting and location pics: http://pinterest.com/cassialeo/relentless/

Cast Pics:



Top Ten Favorite Things – Adam Parker

1. Surfing
2. Making Claire laugh
3. Family
4. Architecture
5. Competing
6. MTV
7. Making Claire scream
8. Sunset
9. Pretending to be a celebrity chef
10. Traveling



Top Ten Favorite Things – Chris Knight

1. Claire
2. Music
3. His guitar, Lucille
4. His dog, Mr. Miyagi
5. His tattoo artist, Shayla
6. Seafood
7. Jimi Hendrix
8. Japan
9. Racing motorcycles
10. Reading





Cassia Leo grew up in Florida and moved to California after graduating with a degree in journalism. She worked at two small newspapers before discovering her passion for writing romance. Her favorite color is lavender and her dream is to one day score a record deal based on her awesome shower singing skills.


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Monday, March 11, 2013

1st Annual Woodstock Indie Author Meet & Mingle 2013

To start, this is one of the best signings that I have had the honor of being a part of. It went seamlessly thank the Lord above. It was what the title said. You weren't rushed and you were able to sit, gush and have a conversation. Michelle Leighton even said that this was one of the best signings that she had ever been too. That is high praise, let me tell you. 


To the fantastic fans that came out, you all are AMAZING!! Several came from Tennessee and North Carolina and South Carolina. It was a pleasure to meet you all!


No joke, it was a blast!! A few things about these fantastic Author's ...



Katie Ashley, my fabulous friend and tat sister. We always laugh and I do mean always. You are the sweetest thing eva and my southern magnolia. I love you and always look forward to our Friday Girl's Night!! 


Michelle Leighton my fantastically goofy friend, is as goofy as I am and is up for anything. You are just as genuine and sweet as I remembered and I adore you! Plus, you said I was funny. That is HUGE!


Jenn Foor, there just aren't enough words. I like to think you came down to GA for me. You didn't, but we can pretend. I love you, true story!!


AC Marchman, you are the epitome of easy going and kindness. You have the love of everyone and are adored by all.


JB McGee, your a doll. People were so happy to see you and I'm so glad I finally got to meet you my fellow GA girl!


Nichole Chase, you are one classy lady. You say what's on your mind and you don't mince words and I love that about you!


Sarah Ross, you are such a funny, cool chick and I am so glad to have finally met and HUG you!!


SR Johannes, we didn't get to chat long but I look forward to getting to know you in the future and you give good hugs!


Michelle Muto, woman there aren't enough nice things that could be said about you. You are such an easy person to talk to and one of the best people I know!


Next year Indie Author's will be rocking Woodstock, GA once again. It will be bigger & better so stay tuned...


Here are just a few highlights of the weekend!!




























Yeah, I put it up, squished face and all... 





To all of the Author's who attended, THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart. It was a success and a blast because of you all!! HUGE, LOVE to you all!!





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Wednesday, March 6, 2013

A chance to receive an ARC of Haven From the Storm by Sarah Dosher before its release!!





 Author Sarah Dosher is giving two very lucky readers the chance to read it prior to its release, which is HUGE!!


I take ARC's very seriously, in fact I consider them precious. An Author's blood sweat and tears goes into their books. If you are a lucky winner please keep the ARC to yourself and don't share it. All I ask and I am sure she would appreciate, is that you please leave a review after you have read it. Thank you and happy entering!!







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Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Cover Reveal for Wrong Kind of Love by Amanda Heath




Blurb:


The first time I ever saw Caden Harper I’m pretty sure I fell in love.
All that golden hair and pale blue eyes. He was mysterious and covered
in paint. I found it endearing and wanted nothing more than to find
out all his secrets. I gave that man things I would never give anyone
else. He blew it though. Which I shouldn’t be surprised considering he
is a womanizer.


So I moved on, well kind of. Jaden Harper wasn’t what I expected. I
found myself drawn to him all most as much as his brother. Maybe it’s
the fact they are twins or maybe it was the fact I wanted to live on
the wrong side for once in my life.


Now I’ve found myself dug deep in this game. Theres no end in sight
and I wonder when all the lies I have told will come back to haunt me.
Neither man should know the things I’ve gone through. Neither should
trust me. I’m not who I say I am. My past is full of things I won’t
ever share.


But where will that lead me when Caden wants nothing more than to
consume me? He won’t wake up to see he has the wrong kind of love.
My Name is Grace BreadField and this is my story.

Monday, March 4, 2013

Review: Nowhere to Run by Nina D'Angelo-Review by Tami Norman


Let me start by saying how excited I am that Heather has let me join Into the Night as a guest reviewer - I just hope I do her justice!


My first review is for Nowhere to Run by Nina D'Angelo - who happens to be a fellow Aussie (I almost feel like I need to declare a conflict of interest because that's enough for me to already think she's awesome!!).


Nowhere to Run centre's around Stephanie Carovella, an investigative journalist. Intelligent, driven and fiercely loyal Stephanie will do whatever it take to keep those she loves safe, including walking away from everything and everyone she loves.


Having left her life in L.A. behind without so much as a goodbye to a number of her friends, Stephanie reluctantly returns following the brutal murder of one of her closest friends. Before Stephanie can identify who is responsible others are killed in startlingly similar circumstances and Stephanie is forced to acknowledge that she is central to the deaths mounting up around her.


Nowhere to Run is an outstanding “who dunnit”- the entire time I was reading I was wracking my brain trying to identify who the bad guy was. There were so many possibilities and just when I thought I had it, a new piece of information would present itself and I be looking for a new suspect.


The supporting cast adds great value to the story. I particularly liked Gena Evans, the gritty LAPD Detective with a love/hate relationship with Stephanie. Despite the fire and venom that only good female friends can generate, they are loyal and as Jake points out to Gena at one point "when the going gets tough, you two unite and you're one hell of a formidable team". 


There is a good mix of mystery and romance in the story - not only are you trying to work out who the killer is, but you're wondering what is going to happen in the relationship stakes for the characters. The murders are rather gruesome, with fairly detailed descriptions provided of the injuries inflicted on the victims. If you're at all squeamish you may not enjoy those parts, but it is fairly important detail in establishing the psychological profile of the killer. 


Nowhere to Run caught my interest early and kept me hooked - right to the end.   Nina D'Angelo cleverly sets up the second book "Nowhere to Hide" in the Epilogue, and I for one, will be looking to read the next book in the Stephanie Carovella series.

4 out 5 stars

Sunday, March 3, 2013

Blog Tour Stop: Misguided Heart by Amanda Bennett






Misguided Heart by Amanda Bennett Release Date: February 22, 2013 Cover Designed by Wicked By Design (Robin Harper) http://www.facebook.com/WickedByDesignRobinHarper?fref=ts

 

Synopsis: 



What if with one choice you could change your whole life in a matter of seconds? Aston Boyd has always put everything into her work. She has never needed anyone in her life and has survived on her own since she was 18, never looking back. When she gets her dream promotion and becomes the new editor at one of the biggest publishing houses in Arizona, she thinks she has finally figured it all out. But, when Aston receives an invitation to her first love's wedding, she starts to re-evaluate just how much she has given up for her career. With a mission in mind to try and win back the one she let go, she never took in to consideration that what she might need, or even want, could be right in front of her. Will she be willing to put her heart out there to get back the life she could have had, or will she try for something new? Sloan Holden is the quintessential bad boy trying to cover all that up with his good boy act. He has spent the last 9 years trying to prove to his over bearing father that he can change his ways, and one day run his publishing house. The only thing standing in his way is the slew of fast women and his wild lifestyle, which he just can't seem to give up. He doesn't do relationships and always vowed to stay single forever. A lot can change when the one person you thought you would never fall for worms their way into your heart, but will the feelings be returned?





Excerpt:




Misguided Heart Excerpts & Teasers: 



1- *WARNING* CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT AND LANGUAGE
The tension between us was palpable. My body was betraying me at every turn. I wanted to be angry with him. I wanted to scream at him and make him feel the way he had made me feel towards the end of it all. Instead, visions of the naughty things I knew he could do to me were flying around in my brain. His strong calloused hands and the way they used to tease and press hard inside of me. How is tongue would only have to graze the tip of my nipples to send me into a euphoric state. The way he used to push me up against the wall and…. Ah fuck! If I didn’t walk away now, bad things were going to happen. I could feel it, deep down. In that area to be more exact.



Fun Facts:  (About the Author)



1- I used to want to be a racecar driver
2- I'm a really good pool player
3- I've been told that I am really good at poker, but I refuse to play it in Vegas
4- I used to read the end of books to determine whether or not I wanted to read the whole thing
5- I can throw a wicked fastball
6- I do ballet throughout my house for no particular reason
7- I never sit down to eat at home (I also dance while I eat)
8- My all time favorite show is Sex and the City
9- I have been married twice to my husband, and each time I was pregnant with one of our 2 boys
10- James Dean is my #1 celebrity crush
11- I am lactose intolerant
12- I am deathly terrified of the ocean (no lie) but went snorkeling for the first time in Hawaii with the help of my 17 year old nephew
13- The San Francisco 49ers are and always have been my favorite football team
14- My favorite movie is Rebel Without A Cause
15- My 2 all-time favorite books are Wuthering Heights & The Great Gatsby
16- I used to hate reading when I was younger
17- I started writing poems at age 12, then wrote my first short story at 14
18- I am a speed-reader
19- My favorite number is 4, because it was my father's birthday and he passed when I was 12
20- I am a HUGE Jim Carrey fan, I can quote the whole movie Liar Liar
21- I LOVE coffee and the color pink
22- I have a major sweet tooth
23- I DVR everything because I hate commercials
24- I currently have 9 tattoos, but it will soon be 11
25- I love tree frogs
26- I am deathly afraid of flying but I want to go skydiving
27- I refuse to go on a diet anymore, I love food way too much
28- I love street bikes
29- My dream car is an Aston Martin Vanquish V12

http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17185972-misguided-heart

Connect with Amanda Bennett
Goodreads http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6550967.Amanda_Bennett
Website http://www.authoramandabennett.com/
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/AuthorAmandaBennett?fref=ts
Twitter https://twitter.com/spoiledbrat81

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Saturday, March 2, 2013

My Awesome Guest Reviewer Marcia Woodell-Her review of Beautifully Broken by Amanda Bennett




Ok first and foremost writing reviews isn't my forte, I get nervous and always think I won't give the book/author justice but I will try my best.Description: Heart-wrenching and an Emotional rollarcoaster ride.
This story is about 2 childhood friends who have been through everything imaginable together, always have had each other's backs no matter what life threw at them. Gray & Bennett's feelings start to deepen for each other more with each passing year. Both Gray and Bennett tend to ignore it or hide from it instead of facing it headfirst. There were times where I wanted to Scream or Slap em' both upside their heads to see if some sense would get knocked into these two. Gray and Bennett made things quite difficult at times for one another when it needn't be. They both spend more time hurting or running away from the other than loving each other like there's no tomorrow. Gray & Bennett both know from personal experience life is too short so they should Embrace their love and live life to the fullest. Even though there were times I felt their anguish or got teary-eyed I just couldn't help myself from turning the page to see if these two Heartbroken Soulmates would get it right. Gray & Bennett have been through life's wringer in more ways than one. I Wanted Gray & Bennett to put their stubbornness aside. I Needed them to get their Happiness they so Truly Deserved. Now I can't help but Want/Need the sequel so that I may find out if Gray & Bennett can have their Happily Ever After!!!! 4 stars