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Blitz & Giveaway: Ruthless People by J. J. McAvoy

30/6/2014

Title: Ruthless People (#1 of Ruthless People)

Author: J. J. Mcavoy

Genre: NA, Contemporary, Erotica, Romance, Thriller

Release Date: July 17, 2014

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Ruthless People is a romantic crime fiction set in modern day Chicago, following the life and marriage of Melody Giovanni and Liam Callahan—rivals by blood and leaders through fear. Their marriage was arranged by their fathers in hopes to end years of bloodshed between the Irish and the Italians.

Liam believes he’s getting a simple-minded wife, one he can control, one who bends to his every need . . . the complete opposite of Melody. She knows exactly what type of man he is, and she would rather die than give up the power she has spent her life building. To the outside world they look like American Royalty, but behind closed doors is a constant battle for dominance.

The Mafia of the past has evolved, and with rival bosses gunning for them, Melody and Liam will have to learn to work as one to take down all those who stand in their way.

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About The Author . . .

J. J. McAvoy first started working on Ruthless People during a Morality and Ethics lecture her freshman year of college. X number of years later, she is an insomniac who has changed her major three times, and is a master in the art of procrastination. If you ask her why she began writing, she will simply tell you “They wanted to get their story out.” She is currently working on her next novel . . . so please bug her on Twitter.

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Release Blitz & Giveaway: Desire by Missy Johnson

29/6/2014

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Title: Desire (#1 of Desire)

Author: Missy Johnson

Genre: NA, Contemporary, Romance

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I’m a sex worker.

A prostitute. A whore.

Whatever you want to call me, the result is still the same. I sleep with men and I get paid for it. I don’t make excuses for what I do.

Then I learn how fragile life can be; how in an instant, everything can change. My mother disappears and I'm left to care for my two estranged siblings. I can barely manage to look after myself.

How am I supposed to look after a hormonal fifteen year old and a five year old who has no idea who I am?

I just want my old, uncomplicated life back.

Especially when He shows up.

He’s investigating my mothers disappearance, but I can see that it’s more than that for him.He thinks he can help me. He thinks he can fix me.

Only how can he fix something so broken?

About Missy Johnson . . .

Missy lives in a small town in Central Victoria with her husband, and her confused pets (a dog who think she’s a cat, a cat who thinks he’s a dog…you get the picture).
When she’s not writing, she can usually be found looking for something to read.

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Blog Tour - Promo, Teasers & Giveaway: Ride Hard by Heather Leigh

26/6/2014

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Title: Ride Hard
(#2 of Condemned Angels MC)

Author: Heather Leigh

Genre: NA, MC/Biker, Suspense, Contemporary Romance

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Jeremy Moretti, son the of the Condemned Angel’s President, has always had eyes for Nicole, his baby sister’s best friend.

Nicole has eyes for both Jeremy and Hunter.

The Condemned Angels MC is the only family she has left. After a series of events that almost cost Nicole to take her own life, Jeremy was the one to save her.

They have both struggled with sexual frustration for years, and have been holding back on each other. Being too stubborn and hard headed, Jeremy decides it’s best to push her away. When he doesn’t step up to the plate, Hunter is there to break her fall.

While Hunter and Nicole’s relationship blossoms, Jeremy tries to move on. However, he can’t let her go. It always comes back to her.

After the death of the rival MC’s President, Ryder, has the Devil’s MC in a uproar as Ryder’s surviving brother, Jax has come to seek revenge.

With revenge, Jax brings unknown secrets that pertain to Nicole, which may risk everything, her safety, her MC family, and most importantly, Jeremy.

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About Heather Leigh . . .

Deciding to write books was something I had contemplated for a while. A co-worker of mine had gotten me started me on the 50 Shades Trilogy. I had quickly became absorbed! Reading contemporary romance had become a part of me. Little did I know that my daughter was a product of the “50 Shades Baby Boom”! I remember going to my doctor’s appointment to find out that we were off to labor and delivery- and I didn’t download any new books to my kindle! Talk about bummed out! However, I made up for that when I was home for my maternity leave. I believe we read 40+ books while I was home.

I am a full time new mom, and wife. Yes, I do work full time, I am currently doing multiple things, bouncing back after baby, weight watchers, exercising, training for a 5k, reading and writing. So far, I have really enjoyed writing as a hobby.

My work book club, “HE” had consumed us (and by us, I mean 2). We were critics of the stories and characters. I then thought to myself, “hmm, I bet I could write stories just like this, and have them turn out like I’d want them to.” Well, joking turned into thinking. Thinking turned into brainstorming. Brainstorming lead to opening a word document and letting my mind explore.

Growing up I had written short stories with friends, and as extra credit for school. This is probably where it all started… I had turned in one of my short stories without re-reading, or editing it completely. I had my paper returned to me saying the “content was inappropriate.” Apparently contemporary romance was frowned upon in English class! Oops! So maybe I was destined to become a writer.

I thought to myself that I want to live in this world and make a difference and have a part of me in history after I leave. This is me staying forever young. Here I will post my journey, it’s a learning experience for me, so please bear with me. If you have any questions, comments, concerns, recommendations- I welcome them all. Enjoy.

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Blog Tour - Review, Excerpt & Giveaway: Undaunted by Charity Parkerson

26/6/2014

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FOR SOME UNKNOWN REASON, I REALLY REALLY LIKE KNOX! I need to get me the first book...Anyway, I gobbled up this book in 2 hours and I highlighted the shit out of Undaunted. That is how good this book is.

Inside Scoop: This sexy tale includes male/male encounters that may have you wishing for two sexy fighters of your own.

What happens in the fight club stays in the fight club.

Brothers, Rhys and Knox, have been in love with the same woman for years. While Rhys has been open about his feelings toward Mandy, he’s kept her firmly locked in the friend zone. That is, until a night filled with too much alcohol explodes into passion.

Unfortunately, while Rhys doesn’t remember a minute of it, Mandy remembers every detail all too well. As secrets and betrayals begin to unravel their friendship, Knox seizes his chance to—finally—claim Mandy as his own.

With two sexy fighters squaring off to win her heart, Mandy must decide which to choose—the charming reprobate who’s been the center of her desire, yet always wrecks her life, or the merciless bad boy who wants to give her the world.

A Romantica® contemporary erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave.

Ryan cleared his throat. "Whoa," he muttered under his breath. "He's going to do such naughty things to you and I want details," he sang.

The pace was pretty fast but that's okay with me as I didn't want a draggy story. You would think this is a cliche romance but things turned out completely different than what I had expected. There were a good amount of twists and turns to the story, making it interesting to read.

We also have a good amount of Alpha males and the steam was really good as well. Knox was all dark and broody, and I like that Mandy was the one that literally brought him to life and made him smile. It doesn't hurt that Knox is an alpha male, a dirty talker and have pierced nips while Mandy is one strong lady who is able to stand up for herself. Knox and Mandy are super adorable together and you can see that they are right for each other!

"Make me," she taunted, recklessly. A menacing chuckle fell from his lips as he lowered his head to the column of her throat. He curled his fingers around the hem of her shirt. His knuckles scraped along her skin as he inched the material up. Chill bumps rose where his breath fanned across her neck when he spoke.

"You shouldn't provoke someone like me. I'm no one's gentle lover."

I was a little confused when I saw the M/M tag but then realised it was between 2 side characters in the book. I would love to see their story! They are adorable together! Most of the characters are likable and they had their own unique personalities. We get to see a fair amount of development in them as well. I like some of the lessons that were "taught" in this book as well :D

"Just tell us what you need and we're your men."

Ryan's teasing, upbeat personality kept her smiling and she immediately felt at ease. "Get naked and act natural," she said, somehow managing to keep a straight face.

Max groaned. "Great. Now there's two of them. Don't give him permission, Mandy. We'll never get his clothes back on."

I really enjoyed the writing style and the book. Definitely high recommended to those looking for something quick and hot yet not lacking in development, romance, humour, steam and action.

"He is completely incapable of charming his way into anyone's life. He's socially inept. All he's ever done is exist. Then one day, he introduced me to this beautifully broken woman, and for the first ever, I witnessed a miracle. I saw him thrive. It was immediately apparent she didn't see the merciless man the rest of the world does when they look at Knox, and the way he watches her...It's almost enough to restore someone's faith. Not mine, of course, but truly what they have is a rare light in an otherwise ugly world."

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“Just tell us what you need and we’re your men.”

Ryan’s teasing, upbeat personality kept her smiling and she immediately felt at ease. “Get naked and act natural,” she said, somehow managing to keep a straight face.

Max groaned. “Great. Now there’s two of them. Don’t give him permission, Mandy. We’ll never get his clothes back on.”

“Fine,” she huffed, breaking out her best pout. “You will have to take your shirts off, though.” Max flashed a flirtatious glance her way that left her blushing as he stripped his shirt off. Oddly, she knew he didn’t mean it. Some people were overtly more sexual than others were. It was more of a vibe he owned. It was as if he couldn’t help himself. Of course, the knowledge did nothing to stop her face from burning every time he turned it in her direction. The third time blood flooded her cheeks, she felt Knox’s heat pressing into her back. Her heart slammed against her chest at the contact. He was everywhere. Overwhelming. Unmovable.

“He’s not for you.” His breath fanned across her neck as the whispered warning rang in her ears. The bite in his tone rolled over her skin. As he strode away, she watched the smooth movement of his body. Untamed. The word floated through her mind and she couldn’t let it go. He was a predator. Each time he was near, a shot of adrenaline pumped through her veins when she survived the encounter. One day, she wouldn’t.

After a few posed shots, Mandy focused on the action. “I’d love to get as many pictures as I can, if you want to take turns sparring. I’m not picky. However the three of you choose to pair up is fine with me.”

Knox gave her a sharp nod, and Ryan came over to stand at her side on the edge of the mat. Squaring off, Max and Knox circled one another. Staring down at the digital screen, Mandy zoomed in on Knox and her chest tightened even as she continued snapping pictures.

“Better Max than me,” Ryan said startling her with his tight tone.

Keeping her focus on her task, Mandy tried to keep the curiosity from showing in her voice. “Scared of getting your ass handed to you, huh?” she teased.

“An ass-kicking I can handle. I have no desire to die. Underground fighters train to compete with only one rule in mind. To the death. I mean, judging by Knox’s lifestyle, the money is good, but it takes a certain mentality to go into every match to kill or be killed.”

Mandy could hear her heart pounding in her ears. Her gaze slid over his body with a new eye as she searched for any truth to Ryan’s claim. The light glimmered off the silver rings in his nipples. Sleek muscles flexed and rolled as he poised for any opening. There wasn’t a hint of emotion on his face when he found one and took Max down to the mat. All the deep scars and bruises covering his body made themselves known in light of the new insight. Appearing content with a simple submission, Knox helped an unscathed Max to his feet.

“Oh, good. He didn’t kill him. I am a bit attached to him, after all.”

Knox looked in their direction at Ryan’s words. Raw sensuality dripped from his pores. His eyes darkened with lust. Electricity charged the air between them. Excitement pounded through Mandy. Her nipples ached and a tingle began at the base of her spine.

Ryan cleared his throat. “Whoa,” he muttered under his breath. “He’s going to do such naughty things to you and I want details,” he sang as he walked away heading in Max’s direction.

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About The Author . . .

Charity Parkerson is an award winning and multi-published author with Ellora's Cave Publishing, Midnight Books, and Punk Sissy Publications.

Born with no filter from her brain to her mouth, she decided to take this odd quirk and insert it in her characters.

*2013 Readers' Favorite Award Winner
*2013 Reviewers' Choice Award Winner
*ARRA Finalist for Favorite Paranormal Romance
*Five-time winner of The Mistress of the Darkpath
*Top 10 best books by an Indie author in 2011-Paranormal Reads Reviews
*Best Paranormal Romance of 2012- Paranormal Reads Reviews
*Quoted in the Sydney Morning Herald as an authority on Independent Publishing

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