Blogger Shame Review Challenge 2018: His Best Mistake by Diane Alberts

I feel so accomplished here, I finished another Blogger Shame book. Seriously, this is super exciting. I finally read His Best Mistake by Diane Alberts. So, here is my thoughts on this title.

Author's Pal Spotlight + Review + Giveaway: Dirty Games by Samanthe Beck

Dirty Games

Topical Temptation, 4

Samanthe Beck

Entangled Brazen

November 13, 20017

For six weeks, she’s all his....

A five figure fee. A private villa at an exclusive tropical paradise. Absolute compliance. Top tier celebrity trainer Luke McLean demands all of the above, plus strict adherence to his zero bullshit policy. Especially when faced with six short weeks to whip a spoiled starlet into leading lady shape.

Quinn Sheridan suddenly has half the time she anticipated to turn herself into an action hero for the role of her career. Luckily, her agent calls in a secret weapon, but the demanding, drop dead gorgeous hardass fails to understand SHE’S the client. She has no problem taking direction, but Luke’s definition of cooperation feels more like complete and utter submission. And she’s tempted to give it to him...

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Shocking the Medic by Elizabeth Otto (Review)

I'm so glad Elizabeth Otto is back to writing. For a little while her life got a little crazy, so writing had to be put on hold. She definitely has a talent for writing for writing a steamy fun story. We have best friends Luke Almeda and Greer Imogen who grew up in the same neighborhood. Luke's family inherited the house, but had to work very hard to keep it. Now Greer's family came from money. Basically, Luke didn't feel like he was good enough to be more than Greer's friend. Anyway, they live separate lives up until Greer decides to join her friend in medic field, and it becomes harder for Luke to try to keep Greer in the friend zone. Both are extremely attracted to one another, and Luke doesn't feel like he's good enough to be with Greer. Honestly Greer doesn't care.

Basically, I liked Shocking the Medic. For a friends to lover story I thought it was pretty good. We have to conflict of getting caught at work, trying to overcome that one is better than the other (even though it's only Luke's mind), some hot steamy scenes. I thought Shocking the Medic was a good balance. Plus, I like Luke and Greer. The story could have gone in so many directions with these two characters. The sexual tension was off the charts between these two. Overall, a pretty good read.

Copy provided by author.

Rating:
4 Stars

Compromised In Paradise by Samanthe Beck (Review)

Okay, I finished Compromised In Paradise by Samanthe Beck. Let me say I was super excited to read Samanthe's latest book. Seriously, I love her books they tend to be fun and steamy. However, I felt Compromised In Paradise was lacking something. I couldn't put my finger on what I was missing. They are both great characters and I thought it was because they hid their identities from each other. Nope that wasn't it. It wasn't the steamy parts, because those were nice and steamy. Yes, cold shower worthy. It wasn't until I got to the end that I realize what the story was lacking from all of Samanthe's previous books; it was the light fun banter. The quick funny remarks. I didn't realize I was missing that until the end when they showed up. I guess it would be hard to get those in when both characters are pretending to be someone else for the week.

I know I'm in the minority with saying that Compromised In Paradise was an all right read. I wanted to love this story, but I couldn't fall in love with the story. I like Nick as a pretty decent. I mean he was willing to play along with Arden's idea keeping their identities to themselves. Arden was dealing with a lot stress and Nick was the perfect person to help her unwind. Overall, Compromised In Paradise was an all right read. Yes, there are going to be a lot who will love this story. This one was an okay read for me. I'm still excited for Samanthe's next book, because she's an amazing writer when it comes to steam.

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Rating:
3 Stars

Author's Pal Spotlight + Review + Excerpt + Giveaway: Casual Affair by Melanie Muntons

Casual Affair 

Slow Seduction, 1

Melanie Muntons

Entangled Brazen

July 24, 2017

Bea Paxton is a free spirit. She loves her fledgling interior design business, having fun, and she loves men. But only temporarily. Rule #1 is no relationships, no love, no commitment. She likes being in charge. It’s the only way to protect herself from getting hurt again.

Zane Price is the perfect candidate for a steamy time—beautiful, built, and British. Plus, he’ll soon be moving back to England. Really perfect.

Well...except for the fact that he’s her biggest client. And he doesn’t play by her rules. Hell, no. He wants more. Much more. Which is definitely not on the agenda.

Unfortunately, his kisses are nothing short of toe-curlingly awesome. And he is distracting her—a lot—from doing her job.

She needs to stay away from him. Her livelihood depends on it.

But Zane always gets what he wants. And he wants Bea. But for right now? Or forever...?

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InkSlinger PR Spotlight + Review: Blackmailing the Bad Girl by Nina Croft

Today we have the blog tour stop for Blackmailing the Bad Girl by Nina Croft! Check it out and grab your copy today!

About Blackmailing the Bad Girl:

Cynical CEO, Nik Masterton, believes he’s finally met a woman who isn’t interested in his money…until she vanishes with a hefty amount of it. He’s been searching for her ever since and has finally found her doing a stint in Holloway prison for stealing...from someone else. Clearly, he’s just one of many. Now she’s coming out, and it’s time for a little payback.

After two years in prison, Summer Delaney is determined she’s never going back. While she had good reasons for doing what she did, it’s time to move on to a new life and earn an honest living. Unfortunately, there’s a glitch in her plan, and he’s waiting at the gate as she comes out.

Nik isn’t above using blackmail to make Summer work for him until he decides just how he’ll get his revenge. But this time they’re both determined to keep their distance. Right until the inconvenient attraction explodes between them...

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InkSlinger PR Review + Giveaway: Emergency Attraction by Samanthe Beck

Emergency Attraction 

Love Emergency, 3

Samanthe Beck 

Entangled Brazen 

April 17, 2017

About the Emergency Attraction

Ten years ago when Shane Maguire chose the Marines as his escape from some trouble of his own making, he only regretted one thing—leaving Sinclair Smith behind. Despite his best intentions, she ended up as the one that got away. Now he’s back, determined to reclaim everything he gave up, including Sinclair. 

Sinclair is immune to Shane’s charms. She’s immune to stolen kisses behind the gym. And she’s definitely immune to that maneuver he did in the back seat of his car… Okay, maybe her hormones are susceptible, but she has absolutely no desire to risk anything on the bad boy who broke all his promises. 

When a little emergency lands her at his mercy, he offers her a deal she can’t refuse. And this time, she’ll show Shane what it means to be left wanting… 

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Tasty Book Tours Review + Excerpt + Giveaway: Hard Compromise by Samanthe Beck

Hard Compromise
Compromise Me #2

By: Samanthe Beck
Entangled Brazen

November 21, 2016

Blurb
A Compromise Me novel by USA Today bestselling author Samanthe Beck

Laurie Peterson assumes her impulsive one-night stand with sinfully sexy Sheriff Ethan Booker is the biggest surprise of the year…until her bakery burns down while she’s basking in the afterglow. It looks like her dreams are up in smoke, but then Ethan proposes a deal too tempting to resist. 

Ethan has no intention of settling for a one-night stand with Laurie. Nor does he want anything to do with the women his wealthy family wants him to meet. Not when he’s waited ten years for his chance to make his move. His deal might have strings—and Laurie may not know the stakes—but nothing will stop this sexy cop from staking a real claim on her body and her heart. 

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Claiming the Enemy by Lauren Hawkeye (Review)

I somehow manage to skip book 2 in this series. Darn. However, Claiming The Enemy, damn, it was good. Talk about heat and needing cold showers, this one was good. There were times where Ace and Piper were like the scene in Friday where they said "Damn" in that long exaggeration . Before we get to hot steamy scenes, these two didn't like each other. Actually Ace shelled himself off emotionally, so he's ruff and gruff, while Piper is sweet and kind. Ace kind of fits the song "There's Somethings There" from Beauty and the Beast except the unrefined. Anyway, getting sidetracked here.

Looking for something hot. You got. Looking to melt. You bet. Looking for a reason to take a cold shower. Oh yes, and more. Lauren had me after the first time Ace nibble Piper's ear. Plus, who doesn't love a good enemies to lovers kind of story, they sure make the hottest read.

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Rating:
5 Stars

Fool Me Once by Katee Robert (Review)

When I read Foolproof Love I couldn't wait to read Quinn and Aubrey's story. It was bound to happen, because they had intense chemistry. Yeah, it started out as hate, but you knew it wouldn't last. Anyway, Quinn and Aubrey have been at one another throats for a year; I mean they had snappy comebacks whenever they talked. Basically, Quinn needed someone to help him while at his sisters wedding, and Aubrey needed someone to help her great Deathcon (a video game she's into). Since she has a fear of flying, they had to drive, which they were able to hash out their differences.

Yep, I enjoyed Fool Me Once. I thought it was a pretty good read. I mean Quinn and Aubrey were a fun couple to read. I like how Quinn was able to help Aubrey with her social anxiety. I wish I knew where and how it started, but hey it was a fairly quick read. One of my favorite parts would be the epilogue, because that was too cute. Anyway, those how love Katee's books will find enjoyment in Fool Me Once.

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Rating:
4 Stars

Worked Up by Tessa Bailey (Review)

Okay, Tessa Bailey is like the go to girl for dirty talking heroes, but she has a secret she has a punny heroine. Oh yes, Samantha Waverly is punny. She can crack some cheesetastic jokes, and they are cheesetastic. You can find them all over Worked Up. If you have been keeping up with the series you would remember Duke Crawford has a house full of women, and to find a moments of piece is a little hard. However, he's willing to add another woman to the mix.

These two are completely adorable. You have Duke who is a mans-man. He's not the typical guy you would find in a romance novel, but normal. The cover guy should have a little more hair on him, oh well. Anyway, what he lacks in the beauty department he makes up in the caring. He definitely has a heart, and he has a soft spot for all those around him. However, I think that is a secret. Samantha is too cute with her bad jokes and wanting to please her step-brother. Deep down she wants someone to care for her.

Yes, Worked Up has some steamy scenes, but these two are cute. I never thought I would use cute in a review for a Tessa book, but there you go. I think it has to do with Samantha tries to be funny, and Duke is smitten by her. Overall, had a good time reading Worked Up, and yes I did get a choked up in the book. Those who are a fan of Tessa's work will find enjoyment in Worked Up.

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Rating:
4 Stars

Foolproof Love by Katee Robert (Review)

I actually finished a Foolproof Love a couple weeks ago, but with the move and trying to navigate the wifi I currently have (which is not the best). Anyway, I had a fun time reading Foolproof Love. Come on it's a fake relationship to prove to Jules ex-boyfriend she has moved on, which she has, but the douche didn't get the memo. However, Adam and Jules have a combustable chemistry. Jules knows that the relationship is temporary, because Adam has one foot out the door.

Oh my goodness, Jules is so adorable. She's practically the town spinster with her coffee shop with cats. Yes, she has crazy cat lady starter kit. At the same time she has bright sunny disposition that draws people to her. I love that about her. Adam is described as catnip to women. The sexy bull rider is trying to figure out his life while helping Jules out.

So much fun, these two stir up scandal in Devil's Falls. Katee introduces us to her new fun sexy read. You definitely find steam as you turn the pages of Foolproof Love, and fall in love with these two characters. A solid read with your heated scenes. Plus, you meet some of characters that I can't wait to read. I totally can't wait for Quinn and Aubry's book, because of this interaction this story:

"Tell me, sweet cheeks, did it hurt when you fell from heaven?"
"Nope, but I scraped my knees when I crawled up from hell."
"Witty. I like that. Maybe you and me should go get a drink sometime."
"Sorry, cowboy, but judging from the assets you're far too proud of displaying"--she waved at his crotch area--"I've had better. Not interested."

Oh my gosh, this is sounds so promising on there story. Anyway, fun read. If you love fake relationships that turn real, you will have fun with Foolproof Love.

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Rating:
4 1/2 Stars

Entangled Spotlight + Review + Excerpt + Giveaway: Engaging the Bachelor by Cathryn Fox

Engaging the Bachelor 

Pulse, 1

Cathryn Fox

Entangled Brazen

June 6, 2016

About the Book:

Pretending to date this doctor is a prescription for trouble…

Hot, Southampton doctor, Carson Reynolds isn’t the kind of man Gemma Carr should be playing with. But his offer of a fake engagement comes with sexy, late night house calls, and despite her bad girl reputation, it’s been far too long since she’s taken two and called anyone in the morning.

When Carson sees Gemma at a charity event, he knows he has to have her. It’s been ten years since he’s had her in his arms, but that hasn’t lessened his intense need for her. To save her reputation and get his parents off his back, he makes her an offer she can’t refuse.

It’s the perfect set-up–until this fake engagement starts to feel a little too real…

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InkSlinger PR Spotlight + Review + Excerpt: Thrown Down by Tessa Bailey

Thrown Down

Made in Jersey, 2

Tessa Bailey 

Entangled Brazen

April 4, 2016

Blurb:

He has one last chance to deserve the girl of his dreams...

Overachiever River Purcell was never supposed to be a struggling single mom, working double shifts just to make ends meet. Nor was she supposed to be abandoned by her high school sweetheart, breaking her heart into a thousand jagged pieces. Now Vaughn De Matteo is back in town, his sights set on her...and River is in danger of drowning a second time.

No one believed Hook's resident bad boy was good enough for River. Not even Vaughn himself. But he'll fight like hell to win back the woman he never stopped loving, to keep the daughter he never expected, and convince himself he's worth their love in the process––even if he has to rely on their fierce and undeniable sexual chemistry.

But even as River's body arches under his hungered touch, the demons of the past lurk in the shadows. Waiting for Vaughn to repeat his mistakes one last time...

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Author's Pal Spotlight + Review + Excerpt + Giveaway: Love Emergency Series by Samanthe Beck

Love Emergency Series

Book 1: Emergency Engagement

February 15, 2016

Book 2: Emergency Delivery

March 14, 2016

Samanthe Beck 

Entangled Brazen

Book One

He needs the kind of rescue only she can provide…

Glass artist Savannah Smith expected a marriage proposal for Thanksgiving—just not from her strong, silent, super-hot neighbor. But when misplaced mail and a wayward can of paint lands them in a compromising position right as her family arrives for dinner, they assume he’s “The One” she’s been talking about.

Then his family shows up.

Fate dealt a crippling blow to paramedic Beau Montgomery’s heart, and he isn’t about to put it at risk again. Except, with his mother crying tears of joy over his surprise engagement to the sexy little blonde next door, he can’t bring himself to ruin her “Christmas miracle.”

Somewhere between the paint can to the head and the chaotic family trip to the ER, Beau manages to talk Savannah into being his fake fiancée long enough to survive the holidays.

If, of course, they don’t fall in love first…

Excerpt: 

Entangled Brazen New Release

You've been waiting for it. Aching for it. Nibbling your lip in anticipation of it. Begging for it. Your next deliciously naughty read... what did you think we meant? ;)

Crashed Out by Tessa Bailey (Review)

Warning you will need a cold shower after reading Tessa Bailey's Crashed Out. Tessa is definitely the Queen of Filth (her dirty talk is fantastic). Tessa has an art form of making her heroes just say the dirties things that will melt your panties off. Not only that, her stories are fantastic.

So, we have Sarge Purcell who was able to get out his small town New Jersey and make a name for himself. He has come back to get the girl that has haunting him forever out of his system. Sounds like a fantastic plan. Now the girl who has capture his attention, Jasmine Taveras. Jasmine has always dreamt big, but when life didn't go according to plan she had to stay in her hometown living with the shame of never making it big.

How do these two fit together? Technically they don't. Sarge has had a crush on Jasmine forever, but we also need to know that she is his senior by seven years. It does seem like a lot when she's almost pushing 30 and he's 22. However, they seem to work well in the sex department, but there is a slight problem and it's the age difference. I forgot to mention Jasmine is best friend with Sarge's older sister. Okay, that does make a little complicated. Sarge doesn't sees a problem, Jasmine is the one with the real problem. Hey whatever floats his boat. Honestly, I don't have problem with the age gap, because he's been on the road touring for four years and that ages you in experience quickly.

Anyway, I enjoyed Crashed Out. However, I had few issues with Sarge's sister towards the end and I know she's getting her own book, and I hope that they get solved. However, I saw what she did as a dick move. So, I'm curious on how she's going to be redeemed in my eyes. Anyway, I did enjoy Sarge and Jasmine's story. If you are looking for that hot, dirty talk that might melt the panties off, you might enjoy Crashed Out.

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Rating:
4 Stars

Say You're Mine by Diane Alberts (Review)

It seems like another Shilling Agency employee seems to be bitten by the love bug. This time we are hanging out with Steven Thomas and Lauren Brixton in Say You're Mine by Diane Alberts.

Now these two have been best friends foooreeever. Each of them has feelings more than friendship, but neither wants to act on them cause of the friendship. The dreaded friend zone. However, Lauren has been given the opportunity to take her and Steven out of this zone, but it comes at a cost. Drat. She has tell a teeny, tiny lie. In normal circumstances would be no big deal, but Steven HATES lies. It doesn't matter how big or small the lie is he hates it. Yes, there's a reason behind that. Anyway, Lauren has her own issues and they are abandonment. So, if her and Steven don't workout, she's afraid he will up and leave her. Scary thought. At the same time she would love to move to the next leave, but the same time scares the living crap out her.

Say You're Mine is pretty good read. They both have personal issues that do present a problem to the progress of the relationship. At the same time they are on fire when they finally get together. We get to see the rise and fall and the reunion all in this story. Yes, I liked the story, because it did had emotional highs and downs. I did get a little choked up here and there. So, if you are looking for a friends to lovers story, you might give Say You're Mine a try.

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Rating:
4 Stars

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Crashed Out by Tessa Bailey

Jasmine Taveras is the reason Sarge Purcell grabbed his six-string and bailed the hell out of New Jersey four years ago. She's the fuel for every song he's ever written—each one laced with bitter, hard-edged, hungry lust. Now, with his hugely successful band on temporary hiatus, Sarge is determined to prove to Jasmine that this “kid” turned into every inch the man she's always needed...

Men are slim pickings for a single factory girl in Hook, New Jersey…until tall, broad-shouldered hotness walks—or rather storms—into Jasmine's life. Sarge's return shouldn't affect her this way. He's her best friend's much younger kid brother, and the kind of rough, gritty, sexiness Jasmine has no right to taste for herself. Even if he lets her.

But lust is a blinding, insatiable force. And when it crashes, it will take both Sarge and Jasmine down with it...     

His to Take by Katee Robert (Review)

Looking for a quick hot read, Katee Robert won't disappoint. In her latest novella His To Take we spend the night with Warren Davis and Erin Robinson.

Basically, Erin is having a crappy time ever since she was let go of the Broadway production of The Little Mermaid, and had to crawl home. Poor girl. Now she has no clue what to do. Of course, Warren pops up when she's feeling down and out. Fortunately, Warren knows how to pull her out and all it takes is a game of Truth or Dare. Gotta love story that can take Truth or Dare to naughty elements.

Anyway, I liked His to Take, because we have Warren and Erin and they have one fantastic night. However, does Warren have the ability to prove that he can win Erin for keeps and what better way than Truth or Dare. It was fairly quick, fun, and naughty. So, if this sounds like your kind of read, you might consider His To Take.

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Rating:
4 Stars