Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Entangled by JS Scott book 2 ..... Review by Dawn



Dawn's Review This is the second book in the billionaire series by JS Scott and it did not disappoint.
I really enjoyed this story and the continuation of the Sinclair siblings.. Adrian, shared a summer of love with his sister’s best friend. They both came from very poor family’s and had to do what they could for money. This meant Aidan taking a summer job on a fishing boat, leaving Skye in the hands of her unstable mother. Little did Adain know Skye was about to be married off to a much older man. Aidan’s older brother Seth , stepped in and did what he thought was best for Aidan, not knowing the terror that would be Skye’s future.
This back story set the stage for the an epic show down between a seriously angry Skye. Forced to have to sit next to Aidan at Jades\’s wedding .Tempers boil over and Skye finally lets her fury out on Aidan.
This was easy to follow, which is surprising because there are a lot of players in this story. All the siblings are present and you can see where the set up is for the next story.. I am ready to read more in this series, because it keeps me invested in the characters. I am however, a little tired of the repetitive conversations about money . More on point , how the Sinclair family came into their new found fortune. It is mentioned often and is very unnecessary, I mean I picked up on it the first time it was mentioned. It did not need to be constantly repeated.

I am coming back for the remaining books because I do really enjoy the stories. 4 Clocks for Entangled by JS Scott Review based on book provided by NetGalley Image result for 4 clocks

Sunday, April 28, 2019

Biker Baby, A Kings of Mayhem book #3 By Penny Dee............................. Review by Dawn

I was about to make a huge mistake. 
 And when I say huge, I mean, approximately ten inches’ worth of mistake. 
 But after the week I’d had, this was just what I needed. A night of big bad mistakes with a big bad biker.
Honey Scott 
Finding out your boyfriend is a cheating loser is a real buzz kill. Finding out you’re actually the other woman, is devastating. Call it temporary insanity, but I decide the best way to get over the loser I’d dated for two years is to get under a biker with tattoos, dimples and a hard body he knows how to use. He’s going to make everything better with numerous mind-blowing orgasms. But just for one night. Except one faulty condom means my one-night stand isn’t so one-night after all.
Caleb Calley 
After a night of insane sex, the beautiful blue-eyed brunette gave me the slip. And even with all the women on offer afterwards, I can’t get her off my mind. So when she turns up at the Kings of Mayhem MC compound I’m quick to give her a second night of amazing sex and crazy orgasms. But this time, I’m not ready to let her go. 
There’s just one problem— she’s not interested. 
But if she thinks she’s going to give me the slip again, then she’s got another thing coming. I know she is keeping a secret from me but I don’t care what it is. I want her and I’m going to make her mine.
Biker Baby, book three in the Kings of Mayhem MC series.


Dawn's Review 


I have had the pleasure of reading all 3 of her Kings of Mayhem book and I LOVE this one. 
The primes is shockingly never really touched on in the MC genre. One night stand, leads to baby! 
I really liked Honey. I liked her spunk and her not being a cookie cutter leading lady. She had a life of her own and was fine, until that one night with Caleb Calley and he was more than happy to be what she needed. 
I loved the dynamic between these two. He didn't try to over power Honey, well except for the " I am moving in" moment.  Caleb, was serious in wanting to be apart of every aspect of Honey and the baby's life. 
The twists and turns involving her ex and his crazy stalker, dare I say, stalkers? That made this story all the more exciting. I did not see it coming when the "gift giving stalker" was revealed. The "CRAZY stalker," yeah I saw that from a mile away.
I am very interested to see what happens in the next installment.  


5 Clocks for 
Biker Baby
by 
Penny Dee

Book provided by 
NetGalley 
for honest review

Friday, March 15, 2019

Vicious Minds , part 1 by JJ McAvoy .... 5 Clock Reveiw by Dawn




Part one of the epic two-part conclusion to the Ruthless People and Children of Vice series… In the end…we all lose. How well do you think you know the Callahans? Yes, I’m asking you. Because I know you’ve been watching. The chaos, the violence, the love, and the madness—who could look away? Not me, for sure. My grandmother always told me…where you look is where you go. So I ask again, how well do you think you know the Callahans? Do you really think you understand Melody, Liam, or even Ethan? I have to wonder—will your mind be able to handle it? We haven’t met yet, but ready or not, here I come. The true queen of Chicago. For now, you may call me Calliope. Catch up on the Children of Vice Series: CHILDREN OF VICE, Book 1: “From the Ruthless, Vice shall Rise.” CHILDREN OF AMBITION, Book 2: "Show me a strong woman and I’ll show you the scars on her soul that made her so.” CHILDREN OF REDEMPTION, Book 3: “I do not come in peace.”





It happens once or maybe twice a year or maybe not even that often. But when it does happen, there is this feeling of overwhelming satisfaction. A story that checks all the boxes of what makes an amazing read. This, this is exactly how I felt with Vicious Minds, part 1. Then you realize there is at least one more book to come, to finish out this series and make our Ruthless People-Children of Vice series complete.
Superb writing and so many unexpected twists and turns. Ms. McAvoy, just gets better with each additional book to this series, her talent lies in the details.  She can tell you with just a few words like “that was an angels kiss,” you can just hear the evil smile in their voice. Making our hearts speed up and sending our minds racing. The fact that she can keep everyone and everything straight from book 1 to book  8, is astonishing. There are so many players and factors in place, it can make your head spin . But in the best way possible. 
Ethan, is reeling (we think) from Ivy’s death and the fact that he has figured that his parents are BOTH still alive, when a knock on the door changes everything. 
The story takes us back to the past and we get to see the relationship between Calliope and Ethan develope. Revelation after revelation, are unearthed and the result is absolutely mind blowing. You think you have an idea as to what will happen nextt, YOU most certainly do not. Calliope, is everything Ivy wished she could be, but could never achieve. She is cunning, strong, determined and hungry to be the new Queen in town. Never too far away form Ethan, watching him and waiting on her chance to make her presence known. Cali, is a woman with a plan and will stop at nothing to get it. Will Ethan work with or against Calliope? Will she be able to share the spot light with someone who has the power to take it all away and destroy her heart as well as her plans to rule?
Ethan and Cali, are FIRE, It really is that simple. They are combustible. They are cool as ICE. They are unbothered by the path of destruction they leave behind them. They are also very much in love, a weakness Ethan, never wanted to allow in to  cripple him.  They will stop at nothing to keep and protect their love and family. Sound familiar? Maybe, but there is one thing for sure, there is a new King and Queen in town and I am so ready for the war that is coming . Hell hath no furry like a man who wants revenge, and a woman at his side who wants to rule with him.
And now we wait on part 2 .


                               5 Clocks for Vicious Minds pt.1
                                                     by
                                                JJ McAvoy
 


Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Riding Hard , Bennett Boys Ranch by Lauren Landish...... 5 clock review by Dawn



As the eldest brother, the responsibility for the family ranch now rests on Mark Bennett’s broad shoulders. He wouldn’t have it any other way—he loves being in charge. Working hard on the land helps him stay focused and keeps him from noticing what’s missing in his life—what he’ll never allow himself to have for fear that one small taste will break his careful control.
But a sweet blue-eyed blonde has just arrived in town, and the attraction between them is undeniably hot. So Mark tightens the reins around his heart—how can he tell her what he really wants?
Events planner Katelyn Johnson’s new gig is the wedding of a rodeo superstar. Right now, it’s tough not to focus on the rider’s tempting older brother. So far, getting beneath Mark’s gorgeously gruff exterior has been a pleasure.
What she needs to do is go a little deeper. But the closer they get, the more Mark pulls away. Katelyn’s not afraid of a challenge, though. Whatever deep desires he’s hiding, she wants in on his secrets.
All she has to do is get past his legendary reserve. With all her body, heart, and soul, there’s nothing she can’t handle.




Dawn's Review

First off, lets all appreciate a very grown up Jace Dean gracing the cover! Fantastic photo by Wander Agular. 

Ok, now that, that is done, I SO enjoyed this story. I had not read the previous book or books in this series and was afraid I would be lost, not at all. This is a connected standalone series, you will not feel you missed something by having not read the others. 
Mark, is the oldest and most mysterious of the Bennett brothers. Never getting serious with anyone and running the families ranch. His focus is ranch and family, that is it. He makes no time for a social life because Mark, harbors desires that have come back to haunt him. He stays busy to keep those desires at bay. Little did he know he would literally knock Katelyn Johnson, off her feet.
Katelyn, is new to town and looking for something completely new! Moving to a new town, starting a new job and knowing absolutely no one, makes everyday a new exciting adventure. Not looking for love, Katelyn is thrown for a loop when Mark Bennett, walks into her office sending her tumbling .
I found Mark to be a bit frustrating at times not annoyingly so, just a little. His desires often wanted to get the best of him when it comes to Katelyn, but he resists. 
Their chemistry is off the charts and they BOTH are trying to do the right thing by not blurring the lines. 
This is typical wonderful Lauren Landish, the writing is fantastic and the characters are lovable and totally enjoyable.


Riding Hard 
by Lauren Landish 
5 Clocks
Book provided by NetGalley 








Brothers In Arms by Penny Dee book #2 ......Review by Dawn

Brothers in Arms (The Kings of Mayhem MC Book 2) by [Dee, Penny]


Someone is going to pay.
But who?

CADE
They took someone from me. 
And I’m going to make them pay.
In blood.
But before I can do that, I have to make sure my girl is safe. 
And I will do whatever I have to, even break my own heart, to make sure she survives.
Because she is my queen. 
My everything. 

INDY
He’s changed. 
His grief is overwhelming and I can feel the gap widening between us.
Someone is coming after the Kings of Mayhem MC. 
And we are trapped as they play out their evil scheme. 
Because under the cover of darkness, they are coming for each of us, one by one, to play out their own twisted vendetta. 
And no one is safe.





Dawn's Review

When I had finished the first book I was sorta of shocked that it left me on a cliff. I knew this was a series, I just didn't realize that the first 2 books would be Cade and Indy's. Actually book 1 is their love story and this one , this is about revenge and the love shared between friends and family as well as Cade and Indy. 
I am truly enjoying this series! 
The past is not Cade's friend. First he has to face the past mistakes he made with Indy and now he is facing someone with a personal vendetta against his club. The drama is definitely a big draw for me to this series. You never quite know what is going to happen next. Cade, suffers a loss so profound that it almost causes him his beloved Indy. But Indy, she is not so quick to give up and will go to the ends of the earth for Cade. With the danger amping up Cade is beside himself with keeping Indy safe. He goes as far as crushing Indy again with his devastating act of betrayal. Only this time Indy knows he is trying to send her away and is not letting that happen. 
This story has betrayal, sexiness in spades and love. Not just the love of a man and woman, but the love shared between family and friends. It was really heartbreaking to read Cade's feelings with he loses Issac. When Indy is with Maribelle and tragedy strikes after the exciting new, man that was gripping!  
Wonderfully written, an easy ready and a really great series, that keeps me coming back for 
more. 



4 clocks for Brothers in Arms by Penny Dee




Book provided by NetGalley for honest review




Thursday, February 28, 2019

What I have been reading and doing .

Hello all! I just thought I would take a second and show you a little bit of what I have or am in the process of reading.  I usually read 2 books at a time, 1 digital and 1 print book.  I am a marathon bath taker, it one of my great loves. Just soaking in bubbles, relaxation and reading, my slice of heaven.


I attended the 5th and last Holiday's with The Belle's book signing here in Dallas February 9th. I have been a volunteer for this signing every year and I LOVE attending this event. It is fabulous and the most organized signing I have ever attended. I had the pleasure of working with Adriana Locke for the day she is so very lovely.  I highly recommend if you can attend a Belle's signing, do it and it will sell out.

Attending authors and my hull.







I also scored HUGE at the flagship Half Price Books here in Dallas. ALL THIS KRISTEN ASHLEY, and yes I bought it all. A friend of mine found these for me and they are signed. The French versions of Rock Chick and Rock Chick Rescue









Lastly, we finally got around to folding the book my daughter got me for Christmas. I LOVE it. 




Now, here is a look at what I have been reading or have read, enjoy


Izzy White knows of the darkness in this world. After all, she escaped it long ago. Determined not to let her past beat her, Izzy has a secure, stable life with a job she loves in nursing. But one act of kindness will completely upend everything she's so carefully built-putting her right back in the crosshairs of danger she's been so desperate to avoid. 

When Theo Kane shows up like a knight in shining armor, Izzy can't help thinking she's been saved from one threat and exposed to another. His imposing physique, the harsh lines of his face, and the wariness of everyone who comes close are just a few clues to Theo Kane's notorious reputation. The man is positively terrifying. But with Izzy, he's tender and a complete gentleman, and her fascination with the mysterious beast of a man becomes too powerful for her to walk away. 

As Theo's demons come to light, running becomes even more impossible. And yet staying together could doom them both.



Release date 4/5/19







Release date 4/20/19

Mallory Reynolds is a driven woman fueled by her passion for photographing wild animals in remote locations. Every year she makes a trek deep into Alaska, but this time the unthinkable happens: she crash-lands after her plane stalls out in a storm. Injured, vulnerable, and threatened by the very creatures she loves, Mallory fears the worst—until she’s rescued by Michael Bradley, a mysterious mountain man living in self-imposed exile.
Mallory is grateful for Michael’s help but desperate to return home to let her family know she’s alive. Unfortunately, neither of them can leave Michael’s secluded cabin until spring. Mallory’s stuck with a stranger for months.
As Mallory recovers, a deep bond begins to form between the pair. Mallory is convinced that fate brought them together, but Michael is buried in his past, unable to move forward. Undaunted, Mallory tends to Michael’s heart as tenderly as he cared for her wounds—but will her love be enough to heal him?





Release date 2/26/19

Someone is going to pay. 
But who?
CADE 
They took someone from me.
And I’m going to make them pay.
In blood.
But before I can do that,
I have to make sure my girl is safe.
And I will do whatever I have to, even break my own heart, to make sure she survives.
Because she is my queen.
 My everything.
INDY 
He’s changed.
His grief is overwhelming and I can feel the gap widening between us.
Someone is coming after the Kings of Mayhem MC.
And we are trapped as they play out their evil scheme. Because under the cover of darkness, they are coming for each of us, one by one, to play out their own twisted vendetta.
And no one is safe.






Release date 3/26/19


A city girl reins in the cowboy of her hottest dreams in Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Lauren Landish’s wild romance.
As the eldest brother, the responsibility for the family ranch now rests on Mark Bennett’s broad shoulders. He wouldn’t have it any other way—he loves being in charge. Working hard on the land helps him stay focused and keeps him from noticing what’s missing in his life—what he’ll never allow himself to have for fear that one small taste will break his careful control.
But a sweet blue-eyed blonde has just arrived in town, and the attraction between them is undeniably hot. So Mark tightens the reins around his heart—how can he tell her what he really wants?
Events planner Katelyn Johnson’s new gig is the wedding of a rodeo superstar. Right now, it’s tough not to focus on the rider’s tempting older brother. So far, getting beneath Mark’s gorgeously gruff exterior has been a pleasure.
What she needs to do is go a little deeper. But the closer they get, the more Mark pulls away. Katelyn’s not afraid of a challenge, though. Whatever deep desires he’s hiding, she wants in on his secrets.
All she has to do is get past his legendary reserve. With all her body, heart, and soul, there’s nothing she can’t handle.






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Vinnie Gallo's the hottest rookie in professional football.
He's a smooth-talker, good with his hands, and knows how to score.

Bianca Hernandez thinks she's immune to Vinnie's charms.
She's not impressed by the glitz, glamour, or fame, but after a six month self-imposed break from men and sex, she feels her resistance slipping.

Nothing will stop Vinnie from trying to get the girl--not a crazy stalker, Bianca's two older brothers, or the fear he's falling in love.

Hustle is the fourth book in the interconnected standalone Men of Inked: Southside series by USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling author Chelle Bliss.









Sinner (Priest Book 3)



Out in Wide Release

I’m not a good man, and I’ve never pretended to be. I don’t believe in goodness or God or any happy ending that isn’t paid for in advance.
What do I believe in? Money. Sex. Macallan 18. 
They have words for men like me—playboy. Womanizer. Skirt chaser.
My brother used to be a priest, and he only has one word for me.

Sinner.











In Wide Release
Prisoned by [Mann, Marni]

When I opened my eyes, I was in a cell, my body covered in bruises.

Not a jail.

I’d been kidnapped and imprisoned.

I wasn’t alone. I shared the cell with Garin Woods, the man I’d loved since I was a kid.

The man I couldn’t be with because of the secret. A man who would kill me if he found out what that secret was.

Someone wanted to torture me.

Torture us.

One of us deserved it.

It wasn’t Garin
















Prisoned Series Box Set by [Mann, Marni]
Three books. Three anti-heros. Three mindf@cks.

It begins and ends with the prison.
Underground and unsanctioned.
Hell on earth.
Some people search for God while serving their sentence.
Not even God comes to this jail.
The only thing behind these bars is pain.
And the devils who run the place?
Their stories are the most painful of all.

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Monday, February 11, 2019

Enzo, A Taboo Treat by K. Webster........ 5 Clock review

Enzo

by K Webster 
Publication Date: January 28, 2019 
Genres: Taboo Treat


Read for FREE in KindleUnlimited: Amazon US | Amazon UK | Amazon CA | Amazon AU


Jenna’s grown up in the system. Forced to be tough, wary, and hard. She’s only been able to count on herself. Until Enzo. He’s much older and responsible for looking after her. What should be a job to him, evolves into much more. Late night phone calls. Lingering touches. A forbidden fire that burns brighter each day. Everything about him exudes strength. His will to protect her is more than she could ever ask for. Sadly, though, even heroes have their limitations. But she doesn’t need a hero. She just needs him.

Dawn's review

There really is no one that writes taboo like K. Webster does, she is the best! I loved Enzo and Jenna's story. Jenna's life, good lord that poor girl. In and out of many different foster homes over her 18 years, has left her very guarded and in need of a hero... Enzo, can relate to Jenna as he was a folster child for years until he found his forever family. His mission is to make sure the kids he has as a case worker remain safe. He takes a special interest in Jenna, because she is about to age out of the system and he wants to help her succeed in life. Know that she has a bond with "baby banshee" he has to keep them together and will stop at nothing to make sure that happens. 
Feelings develop between Enzo and Jenna, as they spend hours on the phone and texting just to make sure she is safe. Enzo is fighting it and Jenna is not letting up. She knows that she is much older than her 18 yrs and will not let Enzo feel bad for his feelings. 
This is a HOT treat and I devoured it! 



5 Clocks for 
Enzo
by K. Webster

About K. Webster


 K Webster is the author of dozens romance books in many different genres including contemporary romance, historical romance, paranormal romance, and erotic romance. When not spending time with her husband of twelve years and two adorable children, she’s active on social media connecting with her readers. Her other passions besides writing include reading and graphic design. K can always be found in front of her computer chasing her next idea and taking action. She looks forward to the day when she will see one of her titles on the big screen.