21
July
2007
To honor the passing of an favorite author, I pulled this off my keeper shelf. I cannot remember how long it has been since I read it, ages for sure.
The interesting thing I am finding is that as I mature, my views and tastes are changing. When I put this on my shelf another decade ago I get the feeling I like it for different reasons then I do now. As an old time bodice ripper it has the elements of a captured, forced slave all the rage in its time. That time has long gone, but it still has elements the keep it on my favorite list.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Historical Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
24
May
2007
This book is an old favorite that is part of my keeper shelf. I don’t remember how long ago I read it, but every once in a while I pull it down and breeze through it.
Shay Morrison is a nude model who makes a living bearing her “assets” - in a tasteful manner of course. Shay decides to visit her mother who has recently been remarried. While visting her mom’s home she is walks in on her new stepfathers son, Ian Douglas whom is exiting the shower. She is quick to admire his body if not his singing talent.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Contemporary Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
15
March
2007
I have been waiting for this for so long and highly enjoyed it, but it is probably my least favorite in the series. I wonder if the wait and expectation of greatness is a setup for disappointment.
I just love the brothers, all of them. They are truly masculine and just so yummy. In the previous books there was a buzz from those who felt the story was approaching into homosexuality. I did not get that vibe and even if I did I would be A ok with it. The reality built by Ward is still fresh and so great to follow. She has a great imagination.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
5
March
2007
Is there anything worse than a gushing fan girl? I am hesitant to write this review because I loved this book and I love Susan Elizabeth Phillips and I hate embarrassing myself by babbling like a school girl, but here goes.
I loved this book and I have loved almost every book written by SEP. I just cannot figure out why someone who has put the same plot - (brooding, sexy bad boy football player meets mousey girl who he keeps around to entertain himself, does something stupid to prove to himself he is too good/sexy/whatever for her, loses her then realizes he loooovvveeesss her) can continue with such kick ass books. So I guess by saying this SEP was the same ole same ole is not a bad thing at all because it is why we (I) love her.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
5
February
2007
If you have read the previous Between-the-Numbers Plum novel, Visions of Sugar Plums, you have met Diesel, another hottie in Stephanie’s world. Valentine’s Day is approaching and Stephanie finds herself thrust into the company of Diesel the hot “enhanced” human whom makes himself at home in Stephanie’s apartment. He needs her help to track down another enhanced being who has an itchy problem. In trade, Diesel knows the whereabouts of Annie Hart, a skip that has Vinnie in an uproar. Annie is an on the run “relations expert” who specializes in being a Cupid of sorts. Stephanie agrees to take on her caseload and help 4 couples find true love. Of course that is easier said than done, especially when taken on by a relationship disabled train wreck like Stephanie.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Contemporary Reviews, B Rated, Keepers
21
January
2007
I am on a new fantasy kick to replace the lack of kick ass heroines from my favorite romance authors. Anita Blake the one trick pony is down the tubes and at this time I have not found any new releases from my other favs.
Posted: Paranormal Reviews, Historical Reviews, Other Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
8
January
2007
Initially, I have not favored fantasy novels, but after seeing reviews of this book describing the tortured heroes of Daemon and Lucivar I knew I would love it.
The Dark Realm has been waiting for the arrival of their fated Queen for many centuries. The women in this tale hold the power to rule the males and have been very ruthless and hungry. Many of the current queens will do everything within their power to hold their positions of terror and authority. When rumors of “the Queen” start flowing, many are scrambling to find her to be their savior or to eliminate her.
Posted: Paranormal Reviews, Other Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
6
January
2007
For the past months I have been listening to the audio version of this story. My daughter is in college about an hour and a half away and I was interested in having an audio book to pass the time on my trips to pick her up or watch her soccer games.
Listed as a bestseller on audible.com I am glad I selected this one.
It is more of an adventure/fantasy story than a romance, but that was fine with me.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
14
October
2006
I have always loved finding new series to add to my list of favorites. I have been fortunate to have an opportunity to read a new upcoming one by Colleen Gleason. Due out in January 2007, The Gardella Vampire Chronicles is described as a 19 Century Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I am not sure that description gives the series enough justice as it is more than just a Buffy fanfic.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, Historical Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
31
August
2006
Just when I dispared that some of favorite series were total crap, Harrison comes up with a refreshing winner.
Fourth in the series, Fistful of Charms moves Rachel deeper into the world of black magic. Nick her ex from the previous books gets himself into trouble when three packs of Weres kidnap him after he steals something very important to them.
Rachel, Jenks, and Ivy take an extended road trip to save his ass, only to be thrown into the middle of a potential Vamp, Were war. Rachel makes many tough decisions in rescuing him.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
22
June
2006
Second in the series and even better than the previous one Dark Lover.
Rhage has been cursed with a dragon like beast that immerges when he loses control of his temper/emotions.
Mary Luce is a human with a chronic disease, who manages to enthrall Rhage with her voice. Against all odds he persues her.
I looved this book. The characters are great without being overly hard to keep track of. Many of the other vampire series are getting too complicated for my poor overworked brain to handle.
I so want my own dragon to pet.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
22
June
2006
I cannot believe I left this book sit on my TBR pile for over a freaking month. OMG I was so missing out.
The first in a series called The Black Dagger Brotherhood. Dark Lover was about. Wrath is the last pure vampire on earth. He hates humans and refuses to help one of his brothers take care of his abandoned half breed daughter.
Beth Randall is approaching her 25th birthday and she has been feeling weird. She is unaware of what she is and is about to meet the most lucious and scary man she has ever seen.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
22
March
2006
Having just finished You Slay Me, I knew I immediately wanted to read this second on the series.
A month has past since Aisling left Paris and Drake. Since she is so clearly inadequate as a guardian she has decided to attend a conference to find a mentor in the Guardian Trade. She travels to Budapest to attend an otherworld conference. Wouldn’t you know it that Drake just so happens to be in the same hotel conducting peace negotions between the four dragon septs.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
22
March
2006
I have been moving through my backlist of Katie MacAlister books and picked this one up cause I love dragons. I loved it…
This is a series about Aisling Grey who finds out she is a Guardian (Keeper to the Gates to Hell) a demon lord (to a rejected demon in Newfie dog form — I love those dogs) and a wyvern’s mate (Head honocho dragon’s mate) all in a short time.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
6
July
2005
I just finished Kim Harrison’s - The Good, the Bad and the Undead. Following Dead Witch Walking, this is the second of the series.
I have read Dead Witch Walking some time last year and unfortunately I don’t remember too much about it, but it is in my personal collection and will re-read it again. Sadly, this book is on loan to my via a www.bookcrossing.com Book Ring, so I have to give it up and send to the next person on the ring. I will add this to my wishlist so that I can someday get my own copy.
Posted: Romance Novel Reviews, Paranormal Reviews, A Rated, Keepers
