New Release Review ~ MELTING POINT by Kate Meader

Melting Point (Hot in Chicago, #1.5)

by: Kate Meader

Series: Hot in Chicago

Genre: M/M Contemporary Romance

Release Date: August 31, 2015

Source: Publisher ~ Simon and Schuster: Pocket Books

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Things are heating up at Engine Co. 6 in this original e-novella from Kate Meader’s sizzling Hot in Chicago series! Superhot playboy firefighter Gage Simpson has one particular man on his mind: Brady Smith, a recalcitrant, moody chef who makes Gage melt from the inside out. Features a sexy sneak preview of Playing with Fire!

Firefighter Gage Simpson has it all: the job of his dreams, the family of his heart, and no shortage of hot guys lining up to share his bed. “Fun and easy” is his motto—and it’s kept him sunny through a painful upbringing and steered him away from trouble. But when trouble comes knocking in the form of a sexy, scarred, tattooed chef with a harrowing past and zero communication skills, Gage can’t help but be drawn to the flame.

Brady Smith isn’t fun. And easy isn’t in his vocabulary. When cocky Gage swaggers into his restaurant kitchen, the former Marine-turned-five-star-chef is blindsided by the firefighter’s beauty. Then confused that this golden guy with the sparkling blue eyes and the body of a god might be interested in him. As desire flares and temperatures rise, Gage and Brady will have to figure out if the heat between them is just a temporary flash—or the beginning of something real.

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New Releases for the week of August 31, 2015

Spotlight & Giveaway ~ The Cat, the Sneak and the Secret by Leann Sweeney

The Cat, the Sneak and the Secret (A Cat in Trouble Series, #7)

by: Leann Sweeney

Series: A Cat in Trouble

Genre: Cozy Mystery

Release Date:August 4, 2015

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In the latest from the author of The Cat, the Vagabond and the Victim, a feline with a penchant for pilfering ends up unearthing a deadly mystery.…

Jillian Hart and Tom are finally tying the knot, but first they need to make sure Tom’s stepson, Finn, is as comfortable as possible in the lake house they will all call home. So when it becomes clear that Finn has fallen for a pretty cat from the Mercy Animal Sanctuary, Jillian and Tom readily agree to make room for one more—even though the tortoiseshell kitty is a notorious kleptomaniac.

So far, the cat has sneaked out of the adoption center time after time, bringing back trinkets, shoelaces, and socks. But when she brings back an antique locket, Finn enlists Tom’s and Jillian’s sleuthing skills. They hope to return the treasured item to its owner, but their search for answers is sidetracked when a body is found. Still, their sneaky cat’s find may just lead them to a killer.…

Review ~ COURAGE MATTERS by R. Scott Mackey

Courage Matters (Ray Courage Mystery, #1)

by: R. Scott Mackey

Series: Ray Courage Private Investigator

Genre: Mystery

Release Date: February 27, 2014

Source: Author

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"Breaking Bad meets Spenser for Hire."

Rookie Private Investigator Ray Courage is asked by "Stockbroker to the Stars" Lionel Stroud to investigate an employee who's been acting suspiciously. Ray soon learns that not everything is as it appears at Stroud's firm. When his investigation uncovers a possible Ponzi Scheme orchestrated by Stroud himself, two people are murdered and Ray becomes Suspect Number One. Ray needs to find answers fast to avoid prison ... or death at the hands of the killer. Complicating his efforts are threats from a Mexican drug lord, hostility from a millionaire with a penchant for strippers, harassment from a cop bent on putting Ray away for life, and a rekindled love affair with Stroud's daughter.

Review ~ DEEP NIGHT by Kathy Clark

Deep Night (Denver Heroes, #3)

by: Kathy Clark

Series: Denver Heroes

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Release Date: August 18, 2015

Source: Loveswept via NetGalley

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Sure to thrill readers of Nora Roberts and Karen Robards, Kathy Clark’s breathtaking Denver Heroes series continues as two adrenaline junkies find themselves fighting unexpected passion—and unspeakable terror.

Ex-soldier Chris Wilson lost too many friends to war. Back home in Denver, he’s trying to make a difference as a paramedic, treating victims of crisis situations. Not even active combat could prepare Chris for the rush he gets when violence and tragedy collide, but the job isn’t the only thing making his heart race. His partner is his closest confidant from childhood, and the girl he remembers is now a strong, sensual woman . . . who needs him more than ever.

Sara Richards is more comfortable risking her life than asking for help. The petite blonde medic put a wall around her heart long ago, vowing to never let anyone hurt her again. Only now her long-buried secrets threaten to destroy everything she’s built. And though she should be able to trust Chris, his smoldering blue-gray eyes ignite desires that feel more dangerous than whatever’s lurking in the shadows. For once, Sara can’t go it alone. But Chris might just be stubborn enough to stand by her side as she faces down her worst nightmare.

Review ~ ALL I NEED IS YOU by Wendy S. Marcus

All I Need Is You (Loving You, #2)

by: Wendy S. Marcus

Series: Loving You

Genre: Contemporary Military Romance

Release Date: October 6, 2015

Source: Publisher ~ Loveswept via NetGalley

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Perfect for fans of Kristan Higgins and Robyn Carr, this sexy yet sweet military romance reunites a headstrong dancer and a rugged army soldier after one steamy encounter tears them apart.

As a dancer who creates mesmerizing visions onstage, Neve James is looking for the same kind of stability in her love life. Her pen pal, Rory McRoy, is on leave from deployment in Afghanistan, so she heads to Boston to surprise him. After corresponding for months as part of a “Support Our Troops” initiative—and exchanging dozens of “Read When You’re Alone” letters—Neve knows what Rory likes, and she intends to fulfill his every fantasy. But all they get are a few blissful moments together before they’re interrupted by a woman claiming to be Rory’s fiancée.

Rory has fallen hard for Neve’s letters. When he finally meets her in person, he has to have her, right then and there—until Neve takes off in a fit of anger. Forced to return to Afghanistan before he can fix things between them, Rory waits four agonizing months to prove that he’s not the man Neve thinks he is. But by the time he arrives in New York, she’s already made up her mind. Luckily, Rory never backs down from a challenge, and he’s prepared to put everything on the line for love.

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New Releases for the week of August 24, 2015

Spotlight ~ HERE COMES TROUBLE by Anna J. Stewart

Cover Reveal & Giveaway ~ DELICIOUS COMPLICATION by Sabrina Sol

THE CONVENIENT WEDDING by Susie Warren ~ Character Interview & $50 Gift Card Giveaway

INTIMATE FEAR by D.C. Stone ~ Hero Profile & Giveaway

Spotlight & Giveaway ~ BEAUTY AND THE BACHELOR by Naima Simone

VBT ~ Falling for the P.I. by Victoria James Guest Post & Giveaway

Review ~ FALLING FOR THE P.I. by Victoria James

Falling for the P.I. (Still Harbor, #1)

by: Victoria James

Series: Still Harbor

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Release Date: August 11, 2015

Source: Entangled Bliss via NetGalley

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She could never trust a cop...

Teacher Kate Abbott's fresh start in Still Harbor was the beginning of the life that she and her two best friends always imagined for themselves. Still, being a working single parent of a special needs daughter hasn't exactly improved Kate's love life. But Kate's preference for nachos over men quickly disappears when she meets the oh-so-sexy Matt Lane.

Until she finds out he's a cop.

Matt is a former cop-turned-private investigator, and he knows fear when he sees it. A cop clearly spooked Kate...or hurt her. Still, something about the gorgeous professor catches his attention, and despite his "no settling down" policy, he can't resist her. But all of the attraction in the world won't be enough to overcome Kate's past...

Blog Tour ~ Interview & Giveaway with Rosie Genova, author of A DISH BEST SERVED COLD

Review & Giveaway ~ A DISH BEST SERVED COLD by Rosie Genova

A Dish Best Served Cold (Italian Kitchen Mystery, #3)

by: Rosie Genova

Series: Italian Kitchen Mystery

Genre: Cozy Mystery

Release Date: August 4, 2015

Source: Berkley Prime Crime

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The national bestselling author of The Wedding Soup Murder returns to the Jersey Shore where a killer is stirring up trouble during a hurricane…

At the Casa Lido, the end of summer means a party, and hit whodunit writer Victoria “Vic” Rienzi and her family are cooking like crazy for the restaurant’s seventieth anniversary celebration. As they chop onions and garlic, old family friend Pete Petrocelli stops by, saying he knows something that would make for a good mystery novel. Curious, Vic asks Nonna to elaborate on Pete’s claim and learns of a relative who mysteriously disappeared back in Italy…

The night of the party brings a crowd—and a full throttle hurricane. When the storm finally passes, everyone thinks they’re in the clear—until the first casualty is found, and it’s Pete. Remembering his visit, Vic isn’t certain Pete’s death was an accident and decides to dig deeper into his story. What she finds is meatier than Nonna’s sauce…

Review ~ WOLF TROUBLE by Paige Tyler

Wolf Trouble (SWAT, #2)

by: Paige Tyler

Series: SWAT

Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense

Release Date: August 4, 2015

Source: Sourcebooks Casablanca via NetGalley

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He's in trouble with a capital T

There's never been a female on the Dallas SWAT team and Senior Corporal Xander Riggs prefers it that way. The elite pack of alpha male wolfshifters is no place for a woman. But Khaki Blake is no ordinary woman.

When Khaki walks through the door attractive as hell and smelling like heaven, Xander doesn't know what the heck to do. Worse, she's put under his command and Xander's protective instincts go on high alert. When things start heating up both on and off the clock, it's almost impossible to keep their heads in the game and their hands off each other...

Guest Post & Book Giveaway ~ BLOOD ROSE by Danielle Rose

Feature & Giveaway ~ MONTANA CHERRIES by Kim Law

Feature Spotlight & Giveaway ~ THE COLONEL'S DAUGHTER by Amy Andrews

New Releases for the week of August 10, 2015

Spotlight & Giveaway ~ WOUND UP IN MURDER by Betty Hechtman

Wound Up in Murder (Yarn Retreat Series, #3)

by: Betty Hechtman

Series: Yarn Retreat

Genre: Cozy Mystery

Release Date: July 7, 2015

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In the newest Yarn Retreat Mystery from the national bestselling author of Silence of the Lamb’s Wool, dessert chef Casey Feldstein continues to develop her hidden talents for knitting…and solving murders.

With two yarn retreats in the bag, Casey is looking forward to running her third one at Cadbury by the Sea’s Vista Del Mar hotel on the Monterey Peninsula. This time, each knitter will get a Mystery Bag of knitting materials to turn into a personal project.

But Casey gets tangled up in another retreat at the same hotel, when the organizer and his wife have a very public spat. As Casey is delivering her baked goods later that night, she finds the woman dead in the bushes with a magician’s silk scarf nearby—just like the scarf Casey’s ex-boyfriend, Sammy, used during his magic act at the retreat. As Sammy takes center stage as the prime suspect, Casey and her friends will have to stitch together the clues before the real killer pulls a disappearing act...

Paranormal Romance Review ~ STEALING HEARTS by Sheri Velarde

Stealing Hearts (Gods Behaving Badly, #3)

by: Sheri Velarde

Series: Gods Behaving Badly

Genre: Paranormal Romance

Release Date: June 15, 2016

Publisher: Stoker Publishing

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Sophia had fled New York and the feelings that a certain detective had stirred within her. Now she found herself alone in LA on New Year’s Eve, the former goddess of love reduced to having to look for a date. Hitting the Sunset Strip she finds the last thing she was looking for, but exactly who she was yearning for, Detective Bruce Stoker in the flesh. A night of passion leaves her with high hopes for the future, until an art heist threatens everything.

Bruce had followed Sophia across the country in order to rekindle the passion he felt during their one night together and to get some much needed answers from her about who he really was, what she really was. Just when he thought he would get his answers, Bruce begins to wonder if he can truly trust Sophia at all. Only time and a mystery will tell.

Cozy Mystery Review ~ BERRIED SECRETS by Peg Cochran

Berried Secrets (Cranberry Cove, #1)

by: Peg Cochran

Series: Cranberry Cove

Genre: Cozy Mystery

Release Date: August 4, 2015

Source: Publisher ~ Berkley Prime Crime

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It’s cranberry picking time—in an all-new mystery series from the national bestselling author of the Gourmet De-Lite Mysteries…

When Monica Albertson comes to Cranberry Cove—a charming town on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan—to help her half-brother Jeff on his cranberry farm, the last thing she expects to harvest is a dead body.

It seems that Sam Culbert, who ran the farm while Jeff was deployed overseas, had some juicy secrets that soon prove fatal, and Jeff is ripe for the picking as a prime suspect. Forming an uneasy alliance with her high-maintenance stepmother, Monica has her hands full trying to save the farm while searching for a killer. Culbert made plenty of enemies in the quaint small town…but which one was desperate enough to kill?