BOOK BLITZ & GIVEAWAY! GYPSY BEACH by @JullianNealAuth

Gypsy Beach
by Jillian Neal

Releasing: June 23, 2015

Gypsy Beach

Single father, Ryan McNamara, returns to the only place he'd ever been happy, Gypsy Beach. This time he's divorced, broken, but determined to make something of his life.

Sienna Cooper is determined to forget Ryan, the last decade, and all of the hurt he'd left her with. She's got enough spunk and gypsy fire in her soul to make this work. She's going to run her grandmother's inn and make it a success. 

But when a chance encounter throws them back together, the passions ignite and the past doesn't feel so far out of reach. 

Can they rekindle the love they'd once had? 

Can he convince her that he never intends to walk away again? 

Will a potent dose of unending lust, a lifetime of love, and enough hot-blooded Gypsy spirit be enough to save them both?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jillian Neal is a Romance writer with a passion for passion who pens strong, character driven novels, told from the male perspective. Her guys aren’t afraid to let us inside their minds or inside their bedrooms. They’re hot on the trail of a sinister criminal organization when they’re not burning up the bed sheets. 

She’s a self-proclaimed ‘Southern girl with a sassy mouth.’ Her coffee addiction is barely legal, and she’s most often running around with her hair and her pen on fire! She's full of smarts, sass, and sizzle and that's a lot to get into barely five feet of girl with her head always in the clouds.

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Review and Giveaway! Owning Violet by Monica Murphy

I’ve moved through life doing what’s expected of me. I’m the middle daughter, the dutiful daughter. The one who braved a vicious attack and survived. The one who devoted herself to her family’s business empire. The one who met an ambitious man and fell in love. We were going to run Fleur Cosmetics together, Zachary and I.

Until he got a promotion and left me in the dust. Maybe it’s for the best, between his disloyalty and his wandering eye. But another man was waiting for me. Wanting me. He too has an overwhelming thirst for success, just like Zachary—perhaps even more so. He’s also ruthless. And mysterious. I know nothing about Ryder McKay beyond that he makes me feel things I’ve never felt before.

One stolen moment, a kiss, a touch . . . and I’m hooked. Ryder’s like a powerful drug, and I’m an addict who doesn’t want to be cured. He tells me his intentions aren’t pure, and I believe him. For once, I don’t care. I’m willing to risk everything just to be with him. Including my heart. My soul.

My everything.

I was given a copy of this amazing story in return for my honest review.  Violet was a great character.  She is the one we are told to be like.  She knows the role she is supposed to play and does her hardest to stick to it.  She is is poised, elegant and doesn't rock the boat.  Until him.

Ryder is the street kid that was pulled from the gutter and has begun to make a success out of his life.  When his mentor makes a bet with him it is the perfect opportunity for him to ruffle the feathers of the woman that has intrigued him since he met her.  Violet is the pinnacle of the untouchable but Ryder knows that he deserves the woman, the job that he craves and the opportunity to showcase his talent.  So he takes the bet.

These two characters are breathtaking in the development of their relationship.  I am so excited to see where this series goes.  Monica Murphy has developed a group of characters that I fell in love with.  The romance in this book is hot and Ryder has hands that can make any woman sing. 

Owning Violet: A Novel (The Fowler Sisters Book 1)

 

Monica and her publisher are offering up ONE PRINT copy of Owning Violet!  Leave a comment and a winner will be picked on Dec 13th.  Open to US and Canada Residents only.   

HUGE GIVEAWAY!

So, most of you know that I went to Tasty Author Weekend hosted by Tasty Book Tours in February.  I am a little slow in getting this giveaway together because I moved across the country to Pittsburgh, Pa.

We had a lot of fun and I met some seriously amazing ladies.  They were very generous with books and swag, so I decided to offer up three prize packages.

Prize One is a Tasty Author Weekend Bag stuffed with swag and books.

Prize Two is a Romancebookworm's Review Tote Bag stuffed with swag and books.

Prize Three is a biggie.  It is a Large Signed Romancebookworm's Reviews Tote bag.  It is stuffed with books, swag and a Nook Simple Touch Reader.

Thank you to all of the wonderful authors that donated swag!

Joanne Rock/J.K. Rock
Pamela Palmer
Candis Terry
Jennifer Bernard
Sidda Lee Tate
Ella Jade
Lacey Wolfe
Jaye Shields
Peggy Bird
Lyla Dune
Dulaney Glen
Angela Graham
Elizabeth James
Holley Trent
Christy English
Laurin Wittig
Madeline Sheehan
Shay Savage
Andrea Smith
Kendall Grey
J.L. Berg
Carey Heywood
A.L. Parks
Heather McCollum

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BLOG TOUR STOP! TAKEN BY LOVE BY MELISSA FOSTER (@TastyBookTours)

TAKEN BY LOVE is the first of six hot, wealthy, and wickedly naughty Braden cousins, and the newest additions to the BRADEN series by New York Times & USA Today bestselling and award-winning author Melissa Foster.

Daisy Honey fled Trusty, Colorado, after years of battling rumors sparked by her gorgeous looks and lust-inducing name. Now a physician on the brink of a promising career, she reluctantly returns home when her father is injured in a farming accident. Daisy expects the small-town girls who hurt her in the past to take cheap shots again—but she’s completely unprepared for a run-in with tall, dark, and wickedly sexy Luke Braden, the only man who has ever stood up for her—and the man she’s never forgotten.

Luke Braden is handsome, wealthy, and the best damn gypsy horse breeder in the Midwest. After a restless youth, he’s finally ready to settle down—only connecting with women is nothing like connecting with horses, and he’s never met a woman worth the energy. After an arrest in a neighboring town, Luke’s past comes back to haunt him, and he realizes that his inability to find love runs deeper than he ever imagined.

A chance encounter sweeps Luke and Daisy into a world of passion. For the first time ever, Luke feels a connection, but Daisy’s life in Trusty is anything but permanent, and Luke can’t manage a future until he puts his past to rest.

Taken by Love is the fifteenth book in the Love in Bloom series and the seventh book in The Braden’s series.   While this book is part of a series, it can be read and enjoyed as a standalone novel with ease.

 Daisy Honey left Trusty Colorado to go to college and never planned on returning other than seeing her parents. However, her father got hurt so Daisy returned for what she hoped was temporary to help take care of her father’s farm. Daisy is a gorgeous woman and was gorgeous as a child as well. She fielded rumors left and right, and the local girls always taking cheap shots at her. Daisy has no true reason to stay well that is until she meets Luke Branden.

 Luke Branden is a hot and sexy man. Luke is a local horse breeder and one of the best.  He is the youngest out of all his brothers as well. While Luke wants to settle down he has not found anyone worth his time, well that is until Daisy walked into his life. Daisy has Luke looking back at his childhood and wanting answers to question that have always plagued him. Therefore, Luke goes looking for the answers he seeks.

The chemistry between Luke and Daisy is blistering. It was apparent from the first sight that they had a connection. I enjoyed seeing how both Luke and Daisy tried to fight the attraction and failed. I enjoyed seeing that Luke was not going to force Daisy to stay but let her make the decision that is best for her.

I found this book well written. The main and secondary characters are interesting and engaging.   I loved seeing past characters of the other books make an appearance. Overall, this was a wonderful book. Each book I read by Ms. Foster gets better and better. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.

 

 

Foster has the uncanny ability to continuously deliver stories that enchant, entertain, and enthuse!

Daisy and Luke are lovable, as well as relatable. She's hell bent on the big city, while his roots are firmly planted in Trusty. As these wonderful characters branch out from their comfort zones and get to know each other again, a beautiful story unfolds.

You just can't go wrong with these novels! They're easy to read in one sitting, the romance is perfectly timed, and there's always an update on past characters. If you're looking for a feel good story with a little drama, and some very sexy men, this is definitely your book! Can't wait for the next!

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"Melissa Foster is a wonderful connector of readers and books, a friend of authors, and a tireless advocate for women. She is the real deal"-- Bestselling Author Jennie Shortridge

"What sets Melissa Foster apart are her compelling characters who you care about... desperately. This  is psychological suspense at its most chilling. I dare you to read the first chapter and not be hooked."  International bestseller, M.J. Rose 

Melissa Foster is an award-winning, International bestselling author. Her books have been recommended by USA Today's book blog, Hagerstown Magazine, The Patriot, and several other print venues. She is the founder of the Women’s Nest, a social and support community for women, the World Literary Café. When she's not writing, Melissa helps authors navigate the publishing industry through her author training programs on  Fostering Success. Melissa is also a community builder for the Alliance for Independent Authors. She has been published in Calgary’s Child Magazine, the Huffington Post, and Women Business Owners magazine. 

 

Website: http://www.MelissaFoster.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MelissaFosterAuthor

Twitter: @Melissa_Foster

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BLOG TOUR STOP! ATONEMENT BY J.H. CARDWELL (@TastyBookTours)

Reese Stanford is off to college at Wake Forest with her loving boyfriend, Tate Justice…or is she? When trust issues arise regarding Tate’s behavior, she turns to none other than her beautiful past - the beach god, John Rider who is conveniently available and still waiting. Will it be enough drama for John to finally have her forever, or will other shocking revelations and dark discoveries keep Reese from becoming his life-long dream? Will Tate ever be able to win her love back?
 Betrayal, anger, lust, and love fuel the future of Reese causing unexpected twists and turns on her long-awaited road to happiness. Will undying love conquer after all? Can Reese remain true to herself?

Atonement is the second book in the Attainment series by J. H. Cardwell.  Reese Stanford is off to college at Wake Forest.  She is dating Tate and life is good.  Reese and Tate have several bumps as the both grow up and become adults while they are in college.  Tate becomes aggressive when anyone looks at Reese.  Reese has grown up and is more level headed than in the first book. 

Tate is still the hot and sexy man from the first book.  He is also still head over heels in love with Reese.  Tate’s biggest problem is deciding what he wants to do beyond college is it the majors or what and how to fit Reese into it.  Tate also seems to forget to talk to her about what is going on with him and his plans.

John is still around and waiting for Reese to wake up and pick him.  John has it so bad he tries to meddle in Tate and Reese’s lives.  The one thing that John accomplished was pushing them together.  I wonder if John did not meddle as he did, if Tate and Reese would even be together. 

I loved how the book ended.  I fully expected the ending to be much sooner than it was.  I loved that I was kept at the edge of my seat wondering how it was all going to play out.  I found this story to be well written.  The main and secondary characters were interesting and realistic.  Overall, this was a great story and I cant wait for the next book in the series!

There are many ways to capture a person’s love, but unwilling, full attainment is never the best option.
Life hasn’t been easy for 18 year old Reese Stanford. After a traumatic incident a year ago, she has a hard time trusting any guy. She finally allows herself to fall for the heart throb, Tate Justice, only to realize he too comes with his own set of issues.
Swearing off men, she meets a beach ‘god’ who will settle for no less than all of Reese. That is at least, until she learns a truth about Tate that changes the game entirely.

Attainment is the first book in the Attainment series by J. H. Cardwell.  Reese Stanford is only 18 and yet has had a rough life.  Reese is a sweet and levelheaded young woman.  She is trying to make her way in life in college and in romance.  She learns at a young age how precious life is. Reese is a strong woman to be able to go through what she did and come out whole and not forever broken. 

Tate is a young man who seems to know what he wants in life and is not afraid of his emotions when it comes to Reese. He is a hot and sexy athlete.  I loved how respected her wishes about not having sex until she is married and did not pressure her in the least.  Tate can come across as desperate at times but at his young age, it is not too unrealistic. 

John is a hot and sexy man who fall in love with Reese from the first time he see her.  John is also rich and is more than willing to throw his money around to help win over Reese.  However, while John has some good qualities, he never fully eclipse Tate for Reese. 

The author tackles some tough issues including rape.  I do like how the author handled it.  She showed it affected Reese but did not control it and also brought up that Reese was in therapy.  I was not fond of how the book switched from first person to third person.  I am also not fond of switching from Reese telling the story to different characters telling the story.  The main and secondary characters were interesting and realistic.  Overall, this was a good story in spite of the tough issues raised with the book. 

 

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Julie has spent years in the medical field. The first few as a Cardiac Specialty Nurse, and over the last decade as a Pharmaceutical and Medical Sales Representative. She has gathered mounds of experience both personally and professionally to pour into her long time passion…writing. After years of power points in the corporate world, she is finally pursuing literary fiction/New Adult/Contemporary romance with her first novel, Attainment, and the now released sequel Atonement. The third book in the series, Chloe, will be released in 2014. Julie resides in a small town in NC with her husband and four children. She continues working full time in sales, exploring her writing late at night and in the wee hours of the morning when her children are tucked safely in bed.

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