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Louder Than Words by Iris St. Clair Release Date: 09/16/14 Swoon Romance Summary from Goodreads: Disappointment has been on speed dial in Ellen Grayson's life lately. Her dad died, her mom numbs the grief with drugs and alcohol, and her so-called friends have slowly abandoned her.  Trusting a popular teacher with her troubles should have been safe and should NOT have led to an unwelcome seduction attempt that made her desperate to escape the final moments of Junior year. Lesson learned. Best to keep all the sordid details to herself and trust no one. Enter Rex Jacobi, a cocky boy, recently transplanted from New York City and fellow summer camp employee. Though his quick wit and confidence draws her in, she can't let him get too close. And summer is just long enough and hot enough to keep a boy like that at arm's length. But by the time Rex's charm wears down her resistance, it's too late. He's put Ellen on the "just friends" shel...

J. Taylor Publishing are giving away FIVE ARCs of  Secret of the Souls by Terri Rochenski! Check it out! Thrust out of their homes by a human High Priest on a vengeful mission, the Natives of Derlund no longer have a place to call their own. One escaped capture, however, and now she, Hyla, is the only one who can save her people. For, Hyla, though, saving her nation isn’t her ultimate goal—returning to the Pool of Souls is. Becoming its Guardian and preserving their faith is her heart’s desire. The perils of her current journey, though, could leave her unable to fulfill that dream. To find her way back to the Pool, Hyla must live among dangerous, powerful humans willing to defend the Natives, and must submit herself—her Talents—to them. While her protection is paramount, plots to end Hyla’s life will push her to her physical and emotional limits. On the edge of sanity, her courage tested, and convictions nearly broken, Hyla’s final test of loyalty to her faith com...

Today we are a stop on the  My Control blog tour today . This novella is the latest installment in the   Inside Out series by Lisa Renee Jones . We have our review and there's a tour-wide giveaway. Enjoy! My Control Synopsis:    Mark's POV novella I have lost the man I once was, letting guilt and heartache define who I am. Darkness has controlled me, and one woman has seen what no one else has seen in me, what I do not wish to exist. My hunger for her has driven me to the edge of sanity, but no more. She's about to find out that the Master has returned.

Boarded by Love  by Toni Aleo Genre : Contemporary Romance Published : September 8th, 2014 Jude Sinclair here, hockey player for the Bellevue Bullies and lover of all ladies. Hockey’s in my blood, and not to sound full of myself, but I’m good at it…really good. The draft is within my reach—it’s mine to take—but that’s not the only reason people know my name. They know me because of my way with women. They know the score, and I aim to please. I just tend to stay away from repeat performances. In other words, I don’t do relationships beyond my family and friends. I’m happy with life. However, I should warn you that my story and how I see it playing out is about to change due to a certain redhead on campus. She’s beautiful. Stunning. Breathtaking. She’s my game changer. He’s trouble from the moment I see him. I don’t know what I’m thinking, but from the moment I meet his gaze, I’m his. It’s a scary feeling. I’ve never trusted anyone outside my aunt and uncle—an...

Welcome to our tour stop for Friday. One, Two, Three by Elodie Nowodazkij is a YA contemporary romance and this book had me with ballerina and no hope. Check it out, read the excerpt, and enter the giveaway. Thanks for stopping by and have a great weekend! One, Two, Three… by Elodie Nowodazkij Publication date: June 26th 2014 Genres: Contemporary, Romance, Young Adult Synopsis: When seventeen-year-old Natalya’s dreams of being a ballerina are killed in a car accident along with her father, she must choose: shut down—like her mother—or open up to love. Last year, Natalya was attending the School of Performing Arts in New York City. Last year, she was well on her way to becoming a professional ballerina. Last year, her father was still alive. But a car crash changed all that—and Natalya can’t stop blaming herself. Now, she goes to a regular high school in New Jersey; lives with her onetime prima ballerina, now alcoholic mother; and has no hope of a dance career. At her new sch...

Earth Enchanted (Elemental Magic #1) by Brynna Curry Paranormal romance Paperback, 1st print edition, 230 pages Published August 22nd 2012 by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform Blurb: Writer Liv Corrigan has the worst luck with men -- her telepathy tends to make them run for the hills. When she meets widower and ex-cop Jack Roarke, she decides to keep her talent hidden. Things are looking up until their third date crashes and burns as the man who murdered Jack’s wife turns out to be after him too. Injured, Jack retreats with Liv to his house under armed guard. But with Liv’s mysteries rapidly coming unraveled, a diamond-thief killer to stop and passion in the air, the safe house is anything but safe for their hearts!  Excerpt  – First meet between Hero and Heroine   Jack scanned the bookstore as he sat in the hard metal folding chair, at the small table, and wrote. He thought his hand would fall off. Whoever said writing wasn’t real work had ...

We have Lori Foster back on our blog! Today we are a stop on the No Limits blog tour. Read all about her latest series and meet Cannon Colter and Yvette. There's an excerpt to enjoy and an interview with the author. Have a great day!                                                                  NO LIMITS By Lori Foster New York Times bestselling author A surprise inheritance reunites a mixed martial arts fighter with the woman he’s never forgotten in NO LIMITS , (HQN Books; $7.99) the first in a smoldering new series from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster. Cannon Colter is quintessential hero material: chiseled jawline, shredded body—the works. He’s also the guy who rescued Yvette Sweeny from kidnappers, only to put an end to her romantic dreams. These days, she’s older, smarter, de...