Review: Make Me Sweat by Avril Ashton

Make Me Sweat by Avril Ashton

Publisher: Evernight Publishing
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Heat Rating: 4

Blurb

Charged with planting a listening device in the office of a dangerous nightclub owner, Ever Marcille accepts an invite from her target to indulge in some naughty play. She didn’t count on their mutual, insatiable need, or the many ways his closely guarded secrets are intertwined with hers.

Undercover federal agent Simon Dakin has one thing on his mind, catching the arms dealer known as Ghost. That’s until he spies the mysterious woman at his bar. Time after time she comes in, teasing his senses. Starring in his fantasies. He promises himself one night with her in his arms, but a single taste isn’t possible. He’s hooked.

Even as their secrets intrude, Dak and Ever succumb to their desires. But time is running out. Secrets past and present must be revealed. Can their new-found feelings survive the many blows, or is this over before it even begins?

Be Warned: anal sex, fisting.



Monica's Review

Ever has no idea how Dakota can make her sweat from just the sound of his voice and just from the slightest touch to her body.

This story has sexual passion from beginning to end. The relationship between Ever and Dakota started as a job for Ever but her body betrayed her, she wanted a lot more than one night stand. Dakota was the man that had awaken her desires and after she had her way with him there was no turning back, she fell in love. There is only one problem she is married and being black mailed.

The passion that they have for each other will leave you scorching hot. I would have never thought I would read what Dakota did to Ever right before she ran into her husband. Just reading how Dakota explored Ever will leave you squirming in your seat. The technique of sexual exploration of her orgasm is intense.

There is only one problem with the somewhat relationship that Ever and Dakota have they are both lying to each other. The only problem is that Ever should have confided in Dakota and told him what was really going in her life. How her supposed husband was black mailing her with threatening to kill her best friend, Wes.

Dakota is a man that wears his feelings on his sleeve. He is drawn to Ever like there is no tomorrow. He truly loves her but after she drugged him, feelings might change. The only thing now that can possibly clear anything up is to find out why she did what she did. The only other problem is that Ever is now gone and they have little time to save her from the person he has been seeking.

This is my second book that I have read of Avril Ashton and she is an amazing writer. Her stories have interesting plots and they come together so well. This captivating tale of love is something that will leave you longing for more. The union between Ever and Dakota was amazing but it ending to quickly. Even if the story ended too quickly it was still a very good read. I highly recommend you to read Make Me Sweat and see how sweaty you actually get.

3 ½ Tea Cups!

   

Review: Riding the Storm by Delilah Hunt

Riding the Storm by Delilah Hunt

Publisher: Evernight Publishing
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Heat Rating: 3

Blurb

For Zara Whitley, a reluctant offer from rancher Matthew Caldwell erupts into an afternoon of illicit pleasure during a thunderstorm. But her joy suddenly turns to heartache as Matthew decides to put an end to the relationship before it begins and before she has a chance to inform him of her pregnancy.

When the Montana widower learns that the woman who has been as much a friend and a temptation to him is carrying his child, his lust and desire to slake his needs inside her ripe little body escalates, but can he overcome the guilt he deals with at his wife’s death and show Zara that his heart is truly hers for the taking?



Wendy's Review

Delilah wrote a book that had me wanting to get caught in a storm, if at the end I get the same results as Zara and Matthew.

Matthew Caldwell was not only mourning his late wife, but had guilt issues that caused him to hurt the only woman who may have every really truly loved him.

Zara Whitley was in love with Matthew and had been from the first time they met. The only problem is that his wife was really the one that caused enough problems for Zara that she doubted her way in life.

Matthew didn't make it easy for Zara; he kept her pushed away till he figured out his past hurts, but before he was ready to admit that he loved her, the guilt would come to head.

The up and down emotions had Zara not knowing whether she was even loved by him, even though from the first touch he knew that he was her only one. Being strong was what Zara knew she had to do but one touch from Matthew and all her promises of being strong went out the window in to the storm.

This book has so many twists it had my head turning. Not in a bad way but you had to keep attention or lose something in the translation, but I really enjoyed this book by Delilah Hunt.

4 1/2 Tea Cups!

      

Review: Secrets by Nicole L. Pierce

Secrets by Nicole L. Pierce

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand Publishing
Genre: Erotic Romance

Heat Rating: 3

Blurb

Serena is thirty years old and has never been loved or laid. She doesn’t expect to be loved, but she’s aching to lose her virginity. When her friend Cara takes her to Secrets, where guests have to wear a mask and costume, Serena gets courage. She flirts with a well-built pirate and follows him to one of the private rooms.

Dante, who is working undercover in Serena’s office, loves her. He talks to Cara and convinces her to bring Serena to Secrets without letting her know he’ll be there. Serena takes to his dominant touch and kinky desires, driving him wild, but he knows better than to sate her passion the first time. He has to tease her to keep her coming back for more.


Wendy's Review

This book is intense with a sexually frustrated woman of 30. All Serena wants for her birthday is to lose her virginity. Working in a cubicle all day doesn't give you a chance to meet anyone really, or so she thought.

Going to Secrets with her girlfriends for her birthday was the beginning of a night and life that she only dreamed of. Being a loner all her life moving from foster care to foster care she thought that she had lost her ability to feel anything long term with someone.

But meeting Dante, a Pirate, at the club who took her control away was what Serena craved. The spankings were an added treasure to Serena.

Dante had secrets of his own and he didn't or couldn't allow Serena to know of his real life. She discovers that their lives will be forever entangled in a world of sexual dominance and submission after Dante took her virginity.

Secrets is short and sweet and holds your attention from the first word to the last. Root for Serena to take a chance on life and let the past be that the past.

5 Tea Cups!

      

Review: Tempting Mr. Parker by Delilah Hunt

Tempting Mr. Parker by Delilah Hunt

Publisher: Evernight Publishing
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Heat Rating: 3

Blurb

Thirty-nine year old CEO and architect Caden Parker is in love with Shakara James. For years he’s kept his attraction to the alluring stripper a secret, masking his guilty desire with disdain and contempt. When his hunger for the twenty-one year old becomes too hot to handle, he reveals his feelings, even though he’s afraid she’ll be disgusted and reject him.

Shakara yearns for the day when Caden, her best friend’s brother, will look beyond her poverty and the choices she was forced to make as a teenage runaway. As Cade’s feelings come to light, Shakara is stunned and overjoyed, but will there be consequences for their love?


LynnMarie's Review

Delilah Hunt earned a new fan in this reviewer. Her skill at bringing her characters to life was superb. I felt like I was watching a drama, not reading a book.

Shakara is a troubled young African-American woman struggling to survive on her own. She had a difficult past, but doesn't let it control her. Rather, she works hard and keeps a positive outlook on life. She's always had a crush on her best-friend's older brother. Caden is rich, powerful, and barely tolerates her.

When the truth comes out that both Shakara and Caden have the same feelings for each other, sparks fly. Delilah Hunt masterfully creates sexual tension that leads up to some seriously hot sex scenes!

The conflict presented in the book kept me turning the pages. But mostly I just enjoyed being in this world, living with the characters, and savoring their love for each other. This is one of the best contemporary romances I've read in a long time.

There are interracial and older man/younger woman themes in this love story which only add to its complexity. If you're looking for a book to sink your teeth into, I wholeheartedly recommend, Tempting Mr. Parker by Delilah Hunt!

5 Tea Cups and a Recommended Read!

      

Review: Enchantment in Morocco by Madeleine McDonald

Enchantment in Morocco by Madeleine McDonald

Publisher: Red Rose Publishing
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Heat Rating: 1

Blurb

Emily Ryan is maxed-out on her credit cards and jobless in Morocco. Rafi Hassan expects others to obey him without question. When he throws her a financial lifeline, she wishes that he would offer her more.

On top of the inconvenient emotions unleashed by Rafi’s compelling green eyes, Emily soon clashes with his unyielding patriarchal attitudes and acceptance of the centuries-old traditions that dictate life in the sleepy village of Taghar. Will she succeed in persuading her intransigent employer to allow his teenage daughter Nour more freedom?

As the seasons turn and the olives ripen, Emily dares to dream of winning his heart—until danger threatens from an unexpected quarter


Clare’s Review

The slow pace of Moroccan life, along with its vibrancy and colours echoes through this charming story. Emily and Rafi are world's apart in both culture and status, Although sometimes telling rather than showing, the story moves at a fair pace towards a climax I didn't see coming. The characters are well balanced and engaging, complete with flaws they don't bother to hide. Worth reading.

3 Tea Cups!

Review: Salsa Heat by Rae Winters

Salsa Heat by Rae Winters

Publisher: Red Rose Publishing
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Heat Rating: 3

Blurb

The Forbidden Zone

Tia Santiago, a dance instructor and part owner of Havana’s Studio, is a ball of fire at five-one. Her cool gray eyes and shapely-tone body entices every man she meet. She dances the salsa with Latin grace and her passion attracts all who watches her. The women want to learn her moves, and the men desire to get into her panties, but she’s been celibate since her last no-good boyfriend tried to abuse her. She has no time for romance. Now her focus is on making Havana’s Studio, the hottest dance studio in Flushing, New York, with her best friend and business partner, Michelle Shaw.

Crossing the Line

As a favor for Michelle, Tia reluctantly agrees to teach her boyfriend, Quincy Lewis, the salsa. He’s a temptation Tia’s has been avoiding since they were first introduced, over a year ago. His mesmerizing eye causes her many sleepless nights. Will these two be able to control their desires for one another once the Latin music lights the fire between them?



Christy’s Review

I loved this book! Salsa Heat is a short but very HOT story. Author Rae Winters captured my attention from page one. The sex scenes are steamy hot and well written. The characters and story line are realistic and I loved the chemistry between Tia and Quincy. If you’re looking for hot and steamy romance, Salsa Heat is for you.

3 ½ Tea Cups!

   

Review: My Serbian Wolf by Charisma Knight

My Serbian Wolf by Charisma Knight

Publisher: Amira Press
Genre: Paranormal Romance

Heat Rating: 2

Blurb

Niko sacrificed himself once for the sake of his pack, but will he discover another lesson of self sacrifice that may release him from his spiritual imprisonment?

Centuries later, he discovers his life mate, Rebecca, the one who can make him whole once again. For Niko and Rebecca, a second chance at love is just a breath away.



LynnMarie’s Review

My Serbian Wolf is a story about love and fate and beating all odds. Rebecca can remember pieces of a past life and is able to visit her wolf shifting lover when she dreams at night. I enjoyed the fact that a modern, contemporary woman could escape into the past in her dreams. Though she loves Niko, she can’t commit to him fully, unable to recall the full details of their century old romance.

The day comes for Rebecca to make an impossible choice. Her dream visits with Niko are about to end. She must choose to live with him in his cold Siberian world or choose to never see him again. Since she can’t leave her two daughters behind, she says good bye to the only man she’ll ever love.

My Serbian Wolf was an interesting tale about decisions and how they affect the future. Rebecca has a strong relationship with her two daughters, putting them before all else, even her love for Nico. Unfortunetly, a large portion of the novel involves parenting and the relationship with Rebecca and her girls, and I enjoy escaping the kids for awhile when reading a romance.

For a quick read about love beating all odds and surviving centuries and lifetimes, My Serbian Wolf is a unique mix of contemporary and paranormal elements. I’m interested to see what Charisma Knight will come up with next.

3 Tea Cups!

Review: Susanna's Heart by A.M. Wells

Susanna’s Heart by A.M. Wells

Publisher: Red Rose Publishing
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Heat Rating: 2

Blurb

Susanna Moore thought she'd found the man of her dreams. That is until she caught him in bed with her sister.

Rancher Noah Weber vowed to never involve his heart again when it came to women. However after a chance encounter with Susanna, dormant desires are reignited leading to full blown passion.

Does time really heal all wounds? Can lust lead to love? Will these two lovers find their happily ever after?



LynnMarie’s Review

Susanna and Noah each have a bad relationship in their past that has soured them for future romance. But, when the two of them get together, they can’t deny the attraction between them. Susanna has run away from her past to start over, a new state, a new life. She doesn’t plan on romance because she’s still hurt and knows it would be next to impossible to trust a man again.

When she meets Noah, she decides to give into her desires and enjoy one night of passion with him, no complications. But as the weeks pass, she realizes that she’s developed strong feelings for him and looks forward to any time spent with the rugged cowboy.

A.M. Wells took a storyline that’s been done a thousand times, a man and woman each trying to start over and then falling in love when they least expect it, and made it shine. For a debut novel, her writing was masterful. I was pulled into the rustic backdrop and emotions of the well developed characters. Susanna needed to stop living in the past and move on to accept the love right in front of her. Would her past or Noah’s come back to haunt?

For a heart warming contemporary romance that is both sweet and sexy, I highly recommend Susanna’s Heart. I look forward to future work by this talented new author.

5 Tea Cups!