COVER REVEAL Turn it Up by Kim Karr

Turn it Up is Book Two in The Detroit Duet & releases on

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Blurb

Charlotte Lane was the tomboy who lived next door.

Eyes the color of the summer sky.

Mounds of curly blond hair.

A little bit of sassy and a whole lot of sweet.

She was my best friend. My confidant. My salvation.

But when circumstances tore us apart, it put more than just miles between us. I hated her. Blamed her for my worst nightmare. And I never wanted to see her again.

Then one wrong turn brought her back into my life and now she’s under my skin. In the midst of all the chaos surrounding us, she’s what’s changing me. Practically bringing me to my knees. Driving me to want to be a better man.

But nothing is ever easy.

And as our worlds begin to crumble…so do we.

Our bond withstood the test of time, but when the future brings the unexpected, it will either draw us closer or tear us apart.

Can we weather the storm?

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Meet Kim Karr

I live in Florida with my husband and four kids. I've always had a love for reading books and writing. Being an English major in college, I wanted to teach at the college level but that was not to be. I went on to receive an MBA and became a project manager until quitting to raise my family. I currently work part-time with my husband and full-time embracing one of my biggest passions—writing.

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The moment you think you have it all is when it vanishes right before your eyes.

He had one final mission, but who knew it would go wrong? Kaleb Maverick is now fighting for his life. The life he wants to share with the woman he loves. The Fire inside him not only burns for her, it sizzles.

Jade Elliott has lost one man in her life. She's determined not to lose another. The coldness in her heart can't handle another loss like that. She refuses to let Kaleb go.

He's the Fire to her Ice. She's the Ice to his Fire. Together they cause an explosion so hot that someone is bound to get torched.

Excerpt

Love, a word never on my radar, has now taken over my existence.  My world revolves around this man.  

I’m in love with him because of the deep connection I felt the second I saw him and dealing with the torture of this week has only intensified my feelings.  My mind went crazy, thinking of everything he went through, as I examined all of the marks on his body.  I can tell he was whipped many times.  The wounds are starting to heal, but I’m afraid the surface scars will always be there.  And I don’t even want to think about the internal scars something like this would bring.

I don’t care what he looks like or how much this will torment him.  He takes me and I take him just the way he is.  He’s been point blank about wanting me from the first day we met, and now it’s time I match his determination.  His blastoff introduction to have me on my knees that first day could’ve so easily gone a different way.  I’m just glad I felt the connection the second I laid my eyes on him.

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After raising her children she decided to publish her first book and retiring from being a hairstylist.

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She's a giver and will do anything she can to help another person succeed!

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Hilary Storm lives with her high school sweetheart and three children in Oklahoma. She drives her husband crazy talking about book characters everyday like they are real people. She graduated from Southwestern Oklahoma State University with an MBA in Accounting. Her passions include being a mom, writing, reading, photography, music, mocha coffee, and spending time with friends and family. She is the international best-selling author of the Rebel Walking Series, Bryant Brothers Series, Inked Brothers Series, and Six.

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Blurb

There are two men in my life. I’m marrying one, want to screw the brains out of another, and by the time this story is over you may want to kill someone.

The choices are still pending...

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Excerpt

“Harlow, Harlow,” he murmurs in reverence, as if my previous profession of love has brought him to his knees.

He takes my hand and brings it to his lips. His gentle kisses make me drift to a memory from a couple hours ago when Sin’s lips brushed over my knuckles. I felt everything then. My senses hummed. Now, I feel nothing.

I try to ease my hand from his, but his grip holds me in place. “Do you have any idea how long I’ve wanted to hear you say these words?” He places another kiss on my hand. “I forgive you for tonight.”

I do need his forgiveness, because his lips aren’t the ones I want on me. The ones I want belong to the man driving the car behind us. The fact that he’s James’ nephew makes me feel even more ashamed. What is wrong with me?

“You say you love me, but I need you to show me your love. Erase what I saw.” He releases my hand and I can guess what he wants: sex. It’s how he communicates.

“Unzip your dress and remove your bra,” he instructs, his voice rough.

I don’t want to upset him more, so I work myself out of my dress and bra. The air conditioning blows across my bare breasts and my nipples harden. I’m tempted to cover them with my hands, but he wouldn’t approve, so they stay at my sides.

Eyeing my exposed body, he licks his lips, pleased with what he sees. He reaches over to touch the side of my breast, cupping it with his hand. His thumb finds my nipple and strokes over it, pinching it hard. I inhale a sharp breath at the assaulting sensation.

“You’re utter perfection. Feel how hard you make me.” His fingers leave my breast and grip my hand. Placing my hand over his bulging erection and curling my fingers around him, I close my eyes.

“Now, unzip my pants and put me in your hot mouth.”

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USA Today bestselling author, Liv Morris, was raised in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri. She now resides on the rock known as St. Croix, USVI with her first and hopefully last husband. After relocating twelve times during his corporate career, she qualifies as a professional mover. Learning to bloom where she's planted, Liv brings her moving and life experience to her writing.

 

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Rome January 2016 Day 3

Rome Day 3

Another beautiful yet cold morning. We spent the first part of the morning at the hotel resting and preparing to return home. This is our last day in Rome so we decided to take it slow and prepare for our departure early tomorrow. After am amazing lunch overlooking the countryside we heading back into town.

On our way we stopped to take a tour of the Catacombs that lay underneath the city. To tell you the truth it was kind of creepy but so fascinating. Most of the tombs were empty but we did see a few that were still intact. The tunnels were narrow and musty. Our tour guide did a good job explaining and giving information but I was at the end of the group and heard just a little but luckily I had someone relaying information from the head of the group. The Catacombs were created due to overcrowding and land shortage. Tombs were sealed with slate and decorated with glass, colored tile and jewels. the more ornate and opulent denoted wealth. Some were even lined with frescos. We spent a little more than an hour walking around the tunnels and praying we didn't get lost. Above the tunnels was a church. Although the church is above the catacombs it is located underground and the acoustics were wonderful.

On the way back into the city our travel manager told us a Roman Prophecy. There is a basilica in Rome where all the Popes in history line the edge of the ceiling. The prophecy says that the end of the world will come when the last circle is filled. By my count there are about 10 more Pope's left to be named. However, I did a little research and there is another prophecy that there will only be 112 Popes named and Pope Francis just so happens to be number 111. I guess only time will tell.

Once we left the Basilica we were dropped of near the Roman Forum and instructed to get lost in the city. At this point Courtney and I decided to go at it on our own because I wanted to go back to the ruin where Caesar was beheaded. We had gone by this area last night but the group we were with had a couple of men who were attempting to "control" where we went and we didn't get a chance to stop as we passed the ruins. Tonight, Courtney and I were were in charge. In getting lost we found ourselves in a toy store, souvenir shops and just walking around taking in Rome.

We walked by the balcony where Mussolini stood as he addressed the crowds. The picture is not great but my camera was starting to be moody. I guess it is mostly my fault though. It is a new camera and I honestly didn't learn how to use it before I left. I found myself in the situation for most of the trip and used me cell phone to take many pictures. Maybe I should practice with my camera before my next trip. That gives me a couple of months to procrastinate. Haha!

It was dark by the time we made it to the ruins but it I enjoyed it non the less. Other than some small descriptions along the wall there was not much to indicate that this was the site of Caesar's beheading. It looks like just some random excavated ruins.

For our last night we had a group dinner at a restaurant near the Pantheon. Lots of wine, laughs and food. Oh and many of the men attempting to watch the playoff football game on their cell phones. It was a great way to end the trip.

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Blurb

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Rome January 2016 day 2

ROME day 2

Woke up today to the most amazing view! The hotel was situated in the mountains and we were surrounded by so much green. Living in the dry desert of Texas, I rarely have the opportunity to enjoy such a beautiful view.

After breakfast we met the bus and headed back into the city. Our first stop was the Roman Colosseum (Flavian Amphitheater) where we nearly froze to death waiting for it to open. Trying to find places to stand in the sun was humorous. Try to imagine 30-40 adults all fighting to stand in small pockets of sunlight. It was entertaining to say the least. Once we were able to gain entry to the Colosseum and get out of the wind we were much happier.

Under the stage

The Colosseun or the Flavian Amphitheater is such an amazing architectural structure. This is my second time to visit and I still was in complete awe. I wish I could have been around to see it in its full glory. I loved learning its history. My favorite part is the layer under what was once the stage area, it's weird and I really can;t tell you why it's my favorite. What fascinates me is the labyrinth of hallways and rooms where the Gladiators and animals were kept. This area that was primarily for prisoners, death row animals and guards so not many people would have gotten to see behind the scenes. I definitely would not have likes to live in the time but if someone could build a time machine, I could go back just to experience what it felt like to be a part of history.

Location of the Temple of Julius Caesar

We then walked to the Roman forum. The last time I was there it was overwhelmingly hot and to be honest I didn't enjoy my time there. I was dealing with other issues that kept me a bit distracted from making the most of my time there. This time however, was a different story. There was so much to see and our guide was amazing! He was very thorough and knowledgeable. One of my favorite spots was the site where Julius Caesar Temple stood. Behind the wall people place flowers on a pile of rocks in remembrance.

We were on our own for lunch which was an experience. Courtney and I thought we had found this quaint little bistro to people watch and experience Rome but what we got were plates of precooked, frozen and reheated food. Not exactly how we imagined it would go but it was a moment we will never forget.

After our disappointing lunch we made our way to the Vatican. Artwork is everywhere it's kind of overwhelming. I wold love to be able to just spend hours walking through seeing everything but as we all know, when you are with a group you are on a time limit. Especially when you have a tour guide who is only paid to get you through in 2 hours. I know that most are only interested in seeing the Sistine Chapel but there is so much more to the Vatican.  So many things to see. Having said that I do absolutely LOVE the Sistine Chapel. it's amazing how Michaelangelo managed to paint in such awkward position. Not only that but to paint small sections at a time because he was painting frescos. Unfortunately, taking photos is not allowed.

Here is my attempt at a selfie with the Dome of St. Peter's Basilica. I am not normally a selfie person but I kinda walked away from my group and didn't want to ask someone to help. I just don't trust very well.

After we exited the chapel we made our way to St. Peter's Basilica. Last November Pope Francis declared this year a Holy year so they opened the Holy door. Holy year's normally only come around every 25 years but Pope Francis said that we need a "revolution of tenderness". Many of us took this opportunity to pass through the door into the Basilica.

 The inside if the Basilica of nothing less than spectacular! Because of the Holy Year there were so many pilgrimages happening. Here I am again with another selfie.






After a brief shopping adventure for souvenirs we were once again given our walking orders to go find food. This time Courtney and I are a bit more cautious and join with others in hope that we will have better luck in having a better Roman experience. And sure enough, we were right. After a brief walk looking for an ATM we stumbled on Piazza Campo Dei Fiori. The Piazza was stunning and brimming with life. We found and outdoor cafe that lucky for us had heat lamps to help warm us up and spent the rest of the evening drinking, laughing and sharing war stories about traveling.