The Guy Next Door

Hello, my fellow readers! I have finished reading Lori Foster's new anthology featuring Susan Donovan and Victoria Dahl, "The Guy Next Door." This book contains three stories that are fun filled!

'Ready, Set, Jett' by Lori Foster introduces Natalie, a no-nonsense school teacher, who has wicked intentions when it comes to her sexy neighbor, Jett. Jett wants to expand their relationship out of the bedroom, however Natalie is afraid she'll get hurt in the process. Natalie has plans for a vacation and when Jett is not included, he charms his way to an invite. When they take the relationship on the road will it end as Jett hopes or will Natalie end it before it can truly start?

As for Susan Donovan's, 'Gail's Gone Wild', introduces Gail, who has agreed to chaperon her daughter and friend in Key West. Once they arrive Gail meets her sexy neighbor, Jesse. Jesse has a secret he's keeping from Gail because he has been hurt in the past and he sees this relationship going all the way. When Jesse reveals all will Gail understand or pack her bags before her week is up?

Victoria Dahl's, 'Just One Taste', introduces Eric, who owns a brewery with his family. When he meets Beth at a business convention and finds out what her profession is, he is intrigued. Beth can't resist the 'frat' boy look Eric has however in her line of work it could ruin her reputation. Will she be able to pull off a secret affair with him or does she end it before it begins?

My favorite out of the three was 'Just One Taste', by Victoria Dahl. This story left you hanging for more so I will definitely get the next trilogy of hers to find out what happens to both of these characters.

Next up is Janelle Denison's, "The Wilde Side". Ashley is an heiress and she's tired of being the girl everyone expects. So to celebrate her 30th birthday she goes out to find a one night stand. Instead she finds Scott. Will Ashley end the affair before things get complicated or will Scott live up to her fantasy and make Ashley his?

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Because Your Vampire Said So

Hello, my fellow readers! I have completed book three in the 'Broken Heart' series by Michele Bardsley. This one has been my favorite so far. Patsy, the local hair dresser and recently turned vampire, falls for the other kind which is off limits. Even though Gabriel is a shape-shifter, he is harboring some secrets to his full powers. Will his secret allow them to be together or will it keep them apart forever? On top of Gabriel's secret, he has informed Patsy that she is the queen of both the vampires and shape-shifters. Will she be able to unite both worlds or are her powers only for the hair salon? You must read in order to find out!

Unfortunately I do not have book four in the series so I am waiting for it to arrive in the mail. So I am taking a break and have started on Lori Foster's new anthology, "The Guy Next Door".

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2 for 1: I'm the Vampire, That's Why and Don't Talk Back to Your Vampire

Hello, my fellow readers! My earlier post today 'Cheri on Top', I read a week ago however forgot to post on my blog. That being said, I have finished books one and two in Michele Bardsley's 'Broken Heart' series. These books take place in Broken Heart, Oklahoma where all the adults are single, divorced, or widowed raising their children. For any who are unaware, this series is all about Vampire's. Each person who has been turned into a vampire has their own power received from the ancestors. The town has been bought out by the ancestors so they can build a para-normal community.

I was not able to put these books down! I am already half way through the third one as well. Another little tidbit is, there is a 100 year bond between vampires once you have mated...so before anyone gets 'under the covers' they better be sure.

The first book, "I'm the Vampire, That's Why," introduced Jessica a widowed mom who was just been bitten by a vampire with the 'taint'. Left for dead she is rescued by Patrick who believes she is his soul mate. Jessica is not the only one who was turned that night, ten other people in her neighborhood were bitten as well. While dealing with her new powers she must also learn how to be a mom with night hours. If that isn't enough she somehow finds time to spend with Patrick and not unexpectedly succumbs to his 'Irish' charm. As the book progresses Jessica hunts down the vampire with the 'taint' who infected her, yet never expecting who she finds...

In the second book, "Don't Talk Back to Your Vampire," introduces the town's librarian, Eva. She's just learned that the house her ancestors built as well as the library are going to be destroyed. All this because they are located on the outskirts of Broken Heart. On top of this news she is also being hunted for her powers. Lorcan is doing his best to protect her, while trying to seek forgiveness from past mistakes. Sometime during the chaos that Eva and Lorcan endure, they build a relationship. Yet, with the 100 year bond rule in effect are they willing to take the chance? You must read to find out!

I have started in on the third book, "Because Your Vampire Said So," where it introduces the town's hair dresser, Patsy. Her popular clients are the lycans and one in particular has caught her eye, Gabriel. However he's not what he seems to be.

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Cheri on Top

Hello, my fellow readers! I have finished Susan Donovan's latest, "Cheri on Top". Cheri runs from her small town as soon as she is able and heads to Florida. Once their she and her BFF, Candy, run a real estate business. However once things go belly up Cheri loses everything: home, money, and current boyfriend. So when she gets a call from her Grandpa offering her a job (that pays) and a place to stay (rent free) she bites the bait. While Cheri is uncovering an embezzlement scheme with the newspaper and trying to get the story of a 30+ year old murder, she heats things up with her old boyfriend, J.J. However things at home aren't what they seem. I enjoyed this book for the twist and turns. I hope you do as well!

Next I'll be starting Michele Bardsley's, Broken Heart series.

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Deep Dish

Hello fellow readers! I have finished reading Mary Kay Andrews, "Deep Dish". The two main characters, Regina and Tate, sure know how to heat things up in the kitchen. This book had it all: romance, comedy, and of course a twist. Regina and Tate are being considered for a 'top' cooking show however they have to compete with each other to get it. Can their flame for each other be contained once things start to heat up in the kitchen...You have to read it to find out!

Next up I start Michele Bardsley's vampire series 'Broken Heart' starting with "I'm the Vampire That's Why". I wonder how Jessica copes with becoming a vampire and what she thinks about the vampire that saves her, Patrick?

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2 for 1 Special: Simply Irresistible and The Sweetest Thing

Hello fellow readers! I have finished reading both of Jill Shalvis' lucky harbor series, "Simply Irresistible" and "The Sweetest Thing". I thoroughly enjoyed both of these books and can't wait for the next one to come out. Jill also has another series which I plan to get my hands on once I read some of the other books I already have on my book shelf.
First, "Simply Irresistible" has a great story and introduced all the characters for the rest of the series. Maddie, the middle sister (which I can relate to, being a middle sister myself) has just lost everything that means something to her. As a last attempt to make something of herself she moves in to the inn that her mom left to her and her two half-sisters when she passed away. In order to prove to herself as well as others Maddie needs to make something of this inn. To make things worse her sisters are unwilling to stay in this town to help, nor do they care to stick around and truly become a family again. On Maddie's first night in town she meets Jax after she almost runs him off the road on his motorcycle and then to make things worse she later pushes the motorcycle over. Despite her attempt to 'have it in for his motorcycle' Jax finds her refreshing which is something he needs in his life. They soon find themselves in a 'relationsip' even though Maddie tries to keep things on a professional level since he's the only carpenter in town who she hires to help renovate the inn. Despite her good intentions Jax wants both a professional and a love relationship with her. The big question is, can they stay together when they both have skeletons in their closet? Read the book to find out!
As for the second book "The Sweetest Thing", this story is about Tara and Ford two people who fell in love at 17. And just as fast came together they fell apart due to a life changing situation. Now Tara's back in the town she never thought she'd see again along with the man from her youth. Ford has given Tara space when she first arrived however it's time to make things right between them. One thing Ford didn't count on were his feelings for her back then are just as strong as they are now. However when Tara's ex-husband comes into town to win her back Ford realizes he either has to fight for her or walk away like he did almost 20 years earlier. Tara realized that she has changed since she's been married and is not sure if she can go back to who she was or whether she wants to for that matter. Every book has a twist and even though Tara has to choose between two men all while dealing with the town voting via facebook to see which one she will choose. For another twist someone else comes to find her and Ford. Read on to find out who else is in town...You won't regret it!
Next I am reading Mary Kay Andrews, "Deep Dish". I wonder what kind of trouble Regina and Tate cook up in the kitchen!
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THE HELP

Hello my fellow readers! I have finished Kathryn Stockett's, "The Help". This book was an eye opener to me on how the working class African Americans were treated before segregation became accepted. Hopefully if I lived back then I would be like the main character Skeeter and try to make a difference in any way I could. I liked Skeeter because she took a stand for what she believed in even when none of her friends supported her. As for Minny, she has a 'pit bull' attitude and had to control it in order to keep a job. However sometimes it got the better of her. Ms. Aibileen has a good heart and tried to think of the silver lining in the worst situations however you can only turn your back on so much. When these three characters team up you are in for a wild ride of what's to come and how they handle it. I hope the movie is as enjoyable as the book!

Now I am reading Jill Shalvis's, Lucky Harbor Series. The first one is "Simply Irresistible". This is the first book I have read by Jill. So far I have no complaints. I like how she tells the story and of course the 'steamy' scenes :)

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