If We Fall (What If Duet #1) by Nina Lane @NinaLaneAuthor @InkSlingerPR

Before I ramble on about my adoration for Lane's first installment in her new "What If" duet series, I highly recommend reading "If We Leap." It's free, a quick and steamy read with all the feels, and it introduces this lovable couple while giving insight into their beginnings. One click here: Amazon: https://amzn.to/2MAEjHa Apple: https://apple.co/2N2MAR5 Nook: http://bit.ly/2nQIaSr Google: http://bit.ly/2Lc5jrE Kobo: http://bit.ly/2nZRqnz Eloquently written and highly emotional "If We Fall" is the continuing story of Josie Mays and Cole Danforth, two people destined to be together. From childhood friends growing up in the small town of Castille, Maine to teenagers falling hopelessly in love and planning a future, they were the perfect couple until one night changed the course of their lives forever. Tragedy struck the Mays family which tore Josie and Cole apart. Utterly shattered from the circumstances surrounding that ill-fated evening, Cole inexplicably decided to leave Josie in hopes she can find the strength to heal and move beyond her grief. Lost and alone, Josie fled to California devastated and heartbroken. After ten long unhappy years, she is called home only to find the sweet boy she once loved is gone and in his place was a stranger ~ a cold, calculated and vengeful man determined to keep his distance from Josie. Perception is not reality when it comes to Cole. At first, I disliked the bitter and ruthless man he became while mourning the beloved young boy that captured my heart. However, my feelings towards his character quickly changed when seeing his truth. A dark hero shrouded in mystery, he sacrificed all to protect the woman he so desperately loved. Unable to fight the magnetic attraction, all of  Cole's pent-up love and passion for his Josie Bird exploded as fireworks between this couple deliciously ignited. I enjoyed every lust-filled intense moment of their reunion. Josie's character touched my heart. Burdened with great sorrow, she suffered tremendously missing her family and Cole. Plagued with horrific nightmares, she sadly was unable to move on from the past. But through her pain, she found the strength to break through Cole's barriers in hopes of finding comfort and happiness. Tenacious yet compassionate, Josie was a force, and I absolutely adored her. There's so much more of their story to explore as well as discovering the missing pieces of the puzzle that caused Cole's separation. With "If We Fall" Nina Lane once again sent my emotions into turmoil. I love how this author and her characters touch the very heart of me as Josie and Cole's journey will stay with me for a very long time.  5+++ stars that is a MUST READ!! I cannot wait for this saga's conclusion in "If We Fly." Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PnF05m Apple: https://apple.co/2MmrxN7 Nook: http://bit.ly/2MIYGlq Google: http://bit.ly/2nNd8uG Kobo: http://bit.ly/2nOVmHt

Wild Like the Wind (Chaos #5) by Kristen Ashley @KristenAshley68

5 Stars

In a word this romance was phenomenal. Once again Kristen Ashley touched the heart of me with her masterful writing style and dynamic characters. This series is undoubtedly my absolute favorite as these gritty Chaos brothers and their women own a piece of me. This novel was no exception. Overwhelmed by all the feels, Wild Like the Wind was beyond amazing, and I walked away from this read tingling with excitement. Intense, wildly emotional and savagely passionate, Hound and Keely's journey both wrecked and healed me.

Following the series, I knew that this would not be an easygoing read with the heroine being Black's widow, but confident that Ashley would deliver another exceptional heart wrenching, exquisitely uplifting romance. She did not disappoint. With each turn of the page, she controlled my emotions while guiding me through this couple's complicated relationship. Their struggles, from both dealing with grief and profound feelings of hopelessness to Hound's guilt for falling desperately in love with a woman he could never claim, pulled at my heartstrings. This couple faced a slew of uphill battles that had me anxious. With a forbidden relationship, defying the code of brotherhood, dealing with hurt feelings and misunderstandings ~ the angst level in this read was palatable, but I relished every minute of it.

I adored Keely, even though it took some time to see the real 'old lady' behind the shroud of grief, and I confess she made me a bit nervous. Knowing she mourned Black for over eighteen years, was left alone with two young boys (Dutch and Jagger, the coolest little bikers that stole my heart) and seeing the extent of her anger and sorrow in Walk Through Fire, had me on edge. Keely needed to persuade me that her devotion to Hound was sincere. But seeing how she made peace with the past and opened her heart to Hound convinced me. I loved Keely's perseverance and will to find her wild again with the one man she needed - Hound.

Shepherd "Hound" Ironside blew me away and I was amazed by the depths of his love, beauty, and pain. He was so much more than the peripheral, stoic man known as Chaos' "dog on a leash." His fierce loyalty and driving need to shield those he loved was tremendously admirable. Hopelessly in love with Keely for so many years, I was overjoyed when he finally had his heart's desire.

Completely unaware of how his family cherished and respected him, it was touching to see Hound's surprise when realizing he was worthy of their affections. 

And the sacrifices he made, scarring his soul to protect the club and avenge his fallen brother, he had me in awe. These were some of the reasons why I fell hard for this hero. But Hound's greatest moments, where he undeniably captured my heart, was through his relationships with Jean-Bug, Dutch, and Jagger.

I cannot begin to describe my adoration for Jean. Her character was such a positive force in Shepherd's life, she brought out his inner beauty, gentleness, and compassion. Jean was his family outside of the club and their connection was incredibly powerful. You'll need to meet Jean for yourself and fall in love with all of her awesomeness.

Hound was a constant presence in Dutch and Jagger's lives since Black's passing. The way he loved these boys, how he selflessly gave of himself and treated them as his own without overshadowing their father, made me fall deeper in love with him. He honored his brother's memory by helping Keely guide them to become the men their father dreamed they would be. They too brought out the best in Hound.

There was so much goodness in this romance to enjoy. Hound was an unbelievably sexy and swoon-worthy hero. This badass biker boy and his old lady liked it rough and dirty as they devoured each other. Seriously, their chemistry was so wildly explosive, they had me breathless, clenching my way through this read.

Wild Like the Wind was a remarkable story of second chances, hope, undying love and the bonds of brotherhood strengthening after weathering the storm. Tensions continue to escalate within the club as they gear up to face their enemies and Benito Valenzuela. Threats weigh heavily on these brothers, and I cannot wait to see it come to a head in the next and last book in the series.

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More Than Words by Mia Sheridan @MSheridanAuthor

4.5 Stars From two young children escaping their harsh realities to form a powerful bond of friendship to discovering once-in-a-lifetime true love, Mia Sheridan once again composed a gripping romance so profound, I was at a loss for words. Jessica and Callen's friends turned lovers journey had me so twisted in knots, my emotions ebbed and flowed with their experiences from page one. Angsty and passion filled, More Than Words was a slow-burning tale of destined love that I truly enjoyed. In an old boxcar, abandoned in the middle of nowhere, a little girl with a vivid imagination met a lonely and sad boy. They shared fantastical stories, played music and formed a great friendship while young love bloomed. It was incredible to witness Jessica (Jess) and Callen's relationship grow, and it's one of my most favorite parts of this story. For years they served as each other's sliver of peace and happiness regardless of their grim circumstances. However, it all fell apart when sweet little Callen suddenly disappeared, never to return to their sanctuary, and the first time he broke Jess' heart. Over a decade has passed as Jess, now living in France, reunites with her long-lost love. Fate had brought them back together but gone was the endearing young man and, in his place, (and much to my disappointment) was a jaded and drunken lothario. Now a famous musical composer, Callen's life was in shambles and so far removed from the young boy I adored; he doesn't recognize Jess at first. It took time, and lots of patience and forgiveness on Jess' (and my) part, but Callen slowly worked his way to redemption. Truthfully, it took me a while to warm up to his character as he was a little too cynical and aloof at first. However, falling in love brought about his sweet romantic side, and I loved seeing him evolve into a sincere hero worthy of her heart. Jessica was one of this author's strongest heroines despite her soft-spoken and innocent demeanor. I adored her. Hard working and committed to bettering herself, she was beyond compassionate, understanding and loving when it came to Callen. She possessed the immeasurable strength to carry him away from the darkness of despair and into the light. Both harbored secrets, insecurities and feelings of distrust. However, it was her relentless determination that brought healing, breaking through all their barriers. Set in the picturesque French countryside, with a historical aspect incorporated within the story-line that I found fascinating, More Than Words was another beautiful, emotional and descriptively written romance from the brilliant mind of Mia Sheridan. If you are in the mood for a read centered around two broken souls struggling to find a happily ever after, then this book is definitely for you.   Amazon: https://amzn.to/2sDqHid I voluntarily read an advance copy of this publication courtesy of Forever & Forever Yours ~ Grand Central Publishing

The Chateau (The Original Sinners #9) by Tiffany Reisz @8thcirclepress

5 Stars   The impossible happened while reading The Chateau; I fell deeper in love with outrageously witty Kingsley Boissonneault. This time, a younger version of the kinky, cunning and overly sexy character I've come to adore. Just when I thought I knew everything about this charmer, Tiffany Reisz proved me wrong by adding another dimension to his multi-faceted persona. We finally see a hint of the gentler side to this ruthless, perpetually whorish man. I'm addicted to all the Original Sinners, always greedy for more when it comes to this series and having a glimpse into King's time while in La Légion was genius. Masterfully written with a plot filled with intrigue, twists, and turns, Reisz gifted fans of the OS a refreshing new perspective in this ninth installment. Journeying through the period separated from his "monster," beloved Søren, we see a 24-year-old Kingsley as an officer for La Légion. His highly specialized skills for the French Agency are diverse, but his latest assignment is undoubtedly intriguing. The Colonel entrusts King to rescue his nephew, Leon, from the claws of The Madame ~ the mysterious and elusive head of a sex cult where men are (supposedly) subjugated to serve women in every way ~ hidden a chateau. His task is to infiltrate and bring Leon home, but Kingsley discovers there is more to this rescue mission. As it turns out, this sex club of sorts is the perfect place for the lewd lieutenant. Throughout this read, there was one character who fascinated me more so than my dear Kingsley, and that was Madame. She, very much like Søren, was a sadist who consistently played mind games. She probed King for personal information, exposed his emotional pain like a raw nerve, and used that weakness against him. For Kingsley, Madame helped put his life, relationship struggles and dealing with Søren's absence in perspective. Another fantastic novel crafted by the brilliant Ms. Reisz that I highly recommend. Taboo reads are often out of my reading comfort zone. However, Reisz's unique and exquisite writing style captivates me every time. Her words effortlessly flow to spin magnificent and compelling tales. Amazon: https://amzn.to/2J83Kiu B&N: https://bit.ly/2kJrb2R Kobo: https://bit.ly/2xeV7x4 I voluntarily read an advance copy of this publication courtesy of the author via NetGalley    TRIPLES with EMMA

THE SECRET THIEF By Nina Lane @NinaLaneAuthor @InkSlingerPR

5+ Stars      The Secret Thief is now my favorite fairy tale. Nina Lane has outdone herself by gifting me, her fans, and all lovers of romance an incredible story brimming with desire, love, sorrow, and joy.  An emotional plot that had my heart bursting as I experienced this couple's beautiful journey to love, as well as anxious to unearth all secrets and deceptions. As always, Lane managed to touch my soul through her eloquent prose, as she created a fantastical world that consumed me. Once I stepped inside Flynn and Eve's lives, I never wanted to leave the quaint coastal town of Castille and mourned the loss of these characters when reaching this story's end. My only comfort will be to revisit them from time to time to get my fill. My heart ached for both main characters seeing their struggles and discovering the excruciatingly painful secrets which haunted them. Eve Perrin was a broken woman; A victim who unfairly shouldered the blame for a sin that was beyond her control.  Betrayed, defeated and humiliated by her ruthless former lover (a real dirtbag of a man), this once shining star professor of art history at UCLA was shunned by the academic community and as a result, her career and reputation destroyed. Seeking refuge, Eve fled California to start life anew in Maine, moving into the ramshackle home she inherited from her late Uncle Max. Unfortunately, Eve was unable to piece her life back together and shed the stigma of her past as she faced hurdles and danger at every turn. I adored Eve. She was a heroine who possessed immeasurable strength, despite feeling weak and powerless. She was soft-spoken yet feisty in her determination to break through Flynn's emotional walls, regardless of her relationship fears and trust issues. Her character was sweet, kindhearted and compassionate ~ undeserving of being mistreated by so many. I wanted to scream, fight and right all the many wrongs she endured at the hands of her betrayer, certain townspeople, and her louse of a mother. Fortunately for Eve (and for my troubled heart), an unlikely hero came to her rescue. The enigmatic and aloof town recluse, Flynn Averton. What began as an electrifying chance encounter led to a job offer that changed both their lives for the better. A friendship that blossomed into one of the most passion-filled and heartwarming romances I have ever read. Their undeniable connection was powerful, intense, and off the charts HOT. I relished every moment spent watching this couple break through barriers, strive to heal each other's deep-rooted wounds, and fall hopelessly in love. I instantly fell for the broody and mysterious, sexy lighthouse keeper, Flynn ~ a secretive man who purposefully chose to live in isolation, ravaged by guilt and riddled with demons. His pain made me weep. The ideal hero for Eve, Flynn tended to all of her needs by transforming into someone worthy of love and trust, while helping her regain self-confidence. He was the perfectly flawed and anguished knight in shining armor who in the end, found salvation through Eve's gentleness, undying love, and dedication. I loved how his character unraveled to reveal the beauty which lived in his heart. Exceptionally written, this time in the first-person narrative, The Secret Thief was a remarkably touching read that will stay with me for a very long time. Once again, Nina Lane overwhelmed me with another emotional romance laced with loads of passion, mystery, angst, and heart touching moments. My love for this tale rivals that of Lane's Spiral of Bliss Series ~ that's how much Eve and Flynn's journey moved me. A definite ten star must read that I wholeheartedly recommend. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this publication  Amazon: http://a.co/eqwd8vc Apple: https://apple.co/ 2GMlgnP Nook: http://bit.ly/2G7uu0h Kobo: http://bit.ly/2FPLclj Google: http://bit.ly/2udfd98 TRIPLES with EMMA

ROUGH RIDE a Chaos Novella (Chaos #5) by Kristen Ashley @KristenAshley68 @InkSlingerPR

I'm back at the compound to spend some much needed time with my favorite MC boys and biker babes ~ the Chaos crew. It's been a while since visiting Ride, and I sorely missed these brothers of the cut and their sexy badass Alpha ways. Fascinated with these characters since reading Motorcycle Man, each steamy novel within this spin-off series was gritty, intense, and passion-filled. The story told in Rough Ride was no different. Once again Kristen Ashley fed my never-ending addiction for her romances with another emotional tale, this time featuring two minor characters we've met before and whose stories I've longed for ~ Snapper and Rosalie. Rosalie "Rosie" Holloway had a complicated history with Chaos. Before putting herself on the line as their informant, providing information on (her now ex) Throttle's MC, Rosie first appeared in Own the Wind as Shy Cage's ex-girlfriend. Even though their time together was short, and Shy abruptly dumping Rosalie led to his beautiful life with Tabby, a part of me felt genuinely sorry for how she was left shattered. I never resented or faulted Rosie for being involved with Shy, as she was a victim of circumstances; I just wanted to know this woman's story and see her find happiness. My wishes for Rosie finally came true in this novella, as Everett “Snapper” Kavanagh proved to be worthy of her heart by the tenderly mending all of her wounds. The cherry on top ~ there was no friction between any of these characters due to their past connections, and I was relieved. For me, this story was about discovering the real Rosalie, experiencing her pain, the long road to healing, and seeing her relationship with Snapper blossom to true love. I relished every moment of their slow-burning, heartfelt journey. A sweet and soft-spoken woman who had the unfortunate knack of hitching her wagon on the wrong star, Rosalie's story tugged at my heartstrings.  She was a lost soul ~ mourning the loss of her dad while searching for the 'forever love' her parents shared, led her to find only heartache and brutality. The abuse she endured, mentally and physically, gutted me. Her luck changed for the better when without choice she became a part of Chaos. That's one of the things I adore most about these bikers; how they all value the bonds of brotherhood by protecting and caring for their extended family. Tack and his crew embraced Rosalie, kept her safe within their arms, in the most touching way. But it was Snapper's fierce love, patience, and persistence that finally put an end to Rosie's rough ride. Loving her from afar for so long, he gently made his way into her heart and life when finally getting the chance. And while earning her trust and affections, Snapper managed to become a perfect hero I truly adored. I loved all things Snapper. He was an incredibly sexy biker badass ~ possessive, controlling and edgy ~ but in a remarkably calm and subdued way. The depths of his love and patience when dealing with Rosie, guarding her heart and giving her the time she needed, was moving. However, don't let his easy-going demeanor fool you. As mellow as his character was, in times of trouble, Snapper unleashed a fury like no other. Proving he would do anything and everything to protect Rosie and the club family. A shorter, fast-paced read jam-packed with so much KA goodness, this novella delivered and satisfied my Chaos craving. Although considered a standalone, I do recommend reading all the books in this series, to appreciate Snapper and Rosalie's passionate romance and to understand their history. I was thrilled to see all of my favorites MC characters, as well as revisiting some old Rock Chick friends hanging out in Fortnums and Zip's Gun Emporium. And the epilogue...holy moly, was it EXPLOSIVE! Angst-filled and leaving me gripping my kindle with my head spinning, I was conjuring up all sorts of plot theories and scenarios. The stage is set here for future books, and I cannot wait until the next installment ~ Wild Like the Wind. Click to purchase your copy today!  Amazon US | Amazon UK | Amazon AU | Amazon Canada The Series: Own the Wind ~ http://amzn.to/2o32tfb Fire Inside ~ http://amzn.to/2EoBuG3 Ride Steady ~ http://amzn.to/2BVyzmC Walk Through Fire ~ http://amzn.to/2EpXjRr  I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this publication