REVIEW: Hostage by Jamie Begley

Where do I begin? I absolutely love reading about the Predators and Last Riders and I am SO happy that the Last Riders were included in this story. I have fallen deeply in love with all the men and their women.

You can always count on Penni to run into trouble, especially when she is causing it. She is a very strong willed woman who doesn't take crap from anyone. I love that she was not afraid of Jackal or any of Hennessy's men even though I would have been. She remained strong and oh so mouthy. We get to know who she really is and we learn more about her relationship with her brother Shade. They are so much alike and I love getting to see how connected they are as siblings. Shade would do anything to protect and save the people he cares about.

Penni's relationship with Jackal began several years before when he kidnapped her. There were so many reasons for her to not like him but as frustrated as she made him he never gave up. Even the bees incident probably would have made any normal person walk away. Visualizing Jackal when he walked into the clubhouse after the attack made me laugh to the point I nearly wet myself.

Penni made me want to grab her and shake some sense into her. It was obvious that Jackal cared for her but she was too focused on Train to see what was in front of her. It wasn't till Jackal kissed her and she was able to feel the passion that things started to change. And for Jackal to put himself up as a pawn to gain Train's attention made my heart break for him. I knew it could only go one of two ways. Either Penni would see finally Jackal or she would fail trying to make Train see her as more than a little sister.

When Jackal betrays Penni for the sake of the club I nearly threw my kindle across the room. I seriously had to stop and take a long breath and prepare myself for what was about to happen. The last time I felt like that was when the club turned on Beth in Razer's Ride.

Hostage takes you a ride and to tell the truth I was more scared for the characters in this story than I have been in all the other books. They were dealing with Raul and the cartel again only this time on a grander scale and this time more people were involved including the wives and all the kids.

And since I mentioned kids, my heart broke for Winter. I could tell by the few interactions between her and Viper that something was wrong. I hate that her and Viper are dealing with a sense of loss. When the men orchestrated the betrayal I hated that Winter doubted Viper's commitment to her. It made me want to go back and reread their story again just to remind myself of how much he loves her. If only I could show her myself.

Jamie has me totally on the edge of wanting to know and see more of Genny. We were introduced to her in Lucky's Choice and we get a bigger glimpse of her in Hostage but I want more. Will she get her own happy ending? And with who? There is a story there, I know there is.

Looking forward to more from Jamie Begley. She is an amazing author who allows me to get lost in a world of alpha bikers.

LIVE: Steal My Breath by Nina Levine

Are you ready for Luke to steal your breath? BLURB I let him steal my breath and I want to give him my heart too. But it’s complicated. Internet dating and Callie St James do not go together. 25. Desperate for sex. Earns shit money waitressing while desperately trying to get a publishing deal. Only does yoga to keep core muscles strong—trust me, guys thank me. Reads too much because gets no sex. Did I mention desperate for sex? She’s about to give up on love when the guy she’s been lusting after for a year breaks her three month sex drought. Luke Hardy. Mysterious, moody and all alpha, Luke is hiding a secret—one that Callie never saw coming. The secret, however, is nothing compared to the discovery she makes about Luke’s family when she starts a new job at the local paper. Callie finds herself caught between her morals and her desires. Whichever path she chooses, someone will lose. Is she ready to give up the man she’s just found or will she go against everything she believes in so she can finally have the love she’s always dreamt of? GOODREADS LINK:  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27404782-steal-my-breath PURCHASE LINKS Amazon:  http://myBook.to/StealMyBreath B&N:  http://bit.ly/24446p2 Kobo:  http://bit.ly/1Z9ZhJr iBooks:  http://apple.co/1WMlSyq Google Play:  http://bit.ly/1P0epUh EXCERPT Here’s a taste of Luke & Callie… I stand and move to him. His back muscles tense when I place my hand on his shoulder. “I want to get to know everything about you, Luke Hardy,” I say and he spins around to face me. His eyes search mine. “You already know the important bits.” “No, I don’t.” I rest my hand against his chest. “I don’t know the secrets you keep locked in here. They’re the important bits.” His intake of breath is sharp and he wraps his hand around mine. His other hand slides around my waist and he pulls me close. Oh, shit. No. Too close. But his lips brush across mine before I can move out of his embrace. His hold is tight and his message is very clear—he’s in charge here and if a kiss is what he wants, a kiss is what he will have. He surprises me, though, and angles his face away from mine. Still keeping hold of me, he says, “I know we’re doing the friends-only thing for awhile, but a man’s got needs, Callie. If you put your hands on me, you better be prepared for the consequence of that.” I’m pretty sure my eyes almost pop out of my head. I knew Luke was bossy—oh, boy did I know—but this is a whole new level of bossy. His deep voice vibrates along my skin, scattering goose bumps, while his eyes penetrate my soul. Those intense, green eyes of his will do it to me every time. They’ll cause me to forget everything I’ve ever said or thought and just cling to him for the ride. He dips his face again and his mouth finds mine. The moment our lips connect sparks of desire burn through me. I’m so damn hot for him and I can’t control myself. I push my body hard against his and open my mouth to him. He tastes like whiskey and I make a note to buy some just so I can remember this moment forever. I’ve never loved whiskey before, but it may just be my new favourite drink. This kiss will forever live in my mind. Luke doesn’t simply kiss—he possesses. He takes me mind, body and soul. In this kiss I find hope. Hope that he will fight for me. For the us we both want. AUTHOR BIO ESCAPE WITH AN ALPHA Dreamer. Coffee Lover. Gypsy at heart. USA Today Bestselling author who writes about alpha men & the women they love. When I’m not creating with words you will find me planning my next getaway, visiting somewhere new in the world, having a long conversation over coffee and cake with a friend, creating with paper or curled up with a good book and chocolate. I love Keith Urban, Maroon 5, Pink, Florida Georgia Line, Bon Jovi, Matchbox 20, Lady Antebellum and pretty much any singer/band that is country or rock. I’ve been writing since I was twelve. Weaving words together has always been a form of therapy for me especially during my harder times. These days I’m proud that my words help others just as much as they help me. Sign up for alerts from Nina when new alphas are ready for you - http://eepurl.com/bLydcf AUTHOR LINKS Website:  http://ninalevinebooks.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/AuthorNinaLevine Reader Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/LevinesLadies/ Amazon:  http://amzn.to/1WIob1g Instagram:  https://instagram.com/ninalevinewriter/ Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/ninalevine92/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bLydcf GIVEAWAY There is a giveaway for a Kindle Fire, signed paperback of Steal My Breath or a $20 Amazon Gift Card ENTER HERE:  http://wp.me/p68uSZ-mT

LIVE: Je Suis A Toi by Pepper Winters

“Life taught me an eternal love will demand the worst sacrifices. A transcendent love will split your soul, cleaving you into pieces. A love this strong doesn’t grant you sweetness—it grants you pain. And in that pain is the greatest pleasure of all.”

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Blurb

Q made me the happiest esclave in the world. He gave me his heart, his empire, his ruthless unforgiving love. And life finally left us in peace.

A man like my maître has special needs though, growing stronger as our lives intertwine. The only way to survive his monster is to agree to all his desires.

Including his latest wish.

I’m his.

And I won’t refuse.

Excerpt

“Don’t struggle. You know I’ll keep you safe.” Q’s murmur danced down my back.

My panic receded as trust billowed fast and true.

Q was born into darkness, but he’d never baptized me in his blackest desires. And because of that, I could implicitly say he spoke the truth. No matter what he did to me, he would never truly harm me.

Q paused, his tattooed chest soaking. His feathered sparrows fluffing off droplets almost alive on his skin. “I told you once never to fall for me. That I didn’t want the curse of breaking your heart while I broke so many other pieces of you.” His hands landed on my breasts, cupping them reverently. “Yet you fought me, just like you said you would. You fell for me, just like you promised me you would. And now, you’re willing to give me what I need even after I tricked you and lied.”

I swayed as I fell even deeper for this complex husband of mine. Q was all my fantasies in one glorious lifetime. The fact he finally wanted to share me with his child spoke volumes about his capacity to love.

“I’m so glad you ignored me, esclave.” His fingertips branded my nipples with pain. “So fucking happy you married me.” Pushing me backward, he smiled harshly as my spine met the pool wall. His chest strained as he sucked in a heavy breath. “You’re so fucking beautiful.”

My heart hammered in my ears as he kissed me.

His tongue laced with mine, and I sank into the sweet embrace, knowing it would be the last I received tonight. The air crackled with an impending storm. Q’s control frayed every second, his eyes drenching in determination and the salacious need to hurt.

Breaking the kiss, he opened his hand, revealing the other item he’d retrieved.

A tiny pair of silver scissors.

Haven’t met Q & Tess yet?  

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About the Author

Pepper Winters wears many roles. Some of them include writer, reader, sometimes wife. She loves dark, taboo stories that twist with your head. The more tortured the hero, the better, and she constantly thinks up ways to break and fix her characters. Oh, and sex... her books have sex.

She loves to travel and has an amazing, fabulous hubby who puts up with her love affair with her book boyfriends.

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REVIEW:Peep by Heather Stone

Peep was a quick and enjoyable read. Tiffany and Tommy have an unconventional "relationship" to start. They do not emotionally know each other but they know each other exists. When they finally meet, the chemistry between them is explosive and hot! There is some drama and the author keeps you interested. I love alphas and the strong women who put up with them.

If you need a quick and entertaining read this is a good choice.

Book releases June 2nd

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REVIEW: Steal My Breath by Nina Levine

What can I say? Steal My Breath was completely breathtaking. I am not quite sure what I expected from this book because it is different from her MC books (which I absolutely LOVE) but I was definitely not let down. Nina Levine has a way to capture the reader with her words. Her characters are strong and powerful and she makes writing seem effortless.

In the beginning, I could not believe the twist that came when we learned things about Luke and I was very upset but my heart broke for him when the whole truth was revealed. It takes a strong man to stand by and support his family throughout turbulent times.

I love that Callie is a strong woman who stands on her own two feet. She knows what she wants and is not afraid to go after it. Even after connecting with bossy Luke she doesn't back down in standing her ground and fights for what is right. She is willing to sacrifice everything she finds with Luke to do the right thing and it is heartbreaking.

Even Avery, Callie's best friend is a force to be reckoned with. That's what I love about Nina's female characters. They are not whiny, weak women who need someone to save them.

I love this thought:
"Nothing worth having comes easy. It's such a throwaway lines these days, but it's probably one of the most important notion is life. Our society is so caught up in the fast, the easy, and the immediate. There's a sense of entitlement among so many that I don't subscribe to. I've never shied away from hard work, but it's always good to be reminded that working towards something you want takes effort." From the mind of Callie

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SALE:The Underground Kings Series by Aurora Rose Reynolds

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ASSUMPTION

[as·sump·tion:]

a thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof

They say when you assume that you make an ass out of you and me.

Kenton Mayson learned this lesson firsthand when he made assumptions about Autumn Freeman and the kind of woman she is based on what little information he had. What he finds out is she’s not only beautiful, but also smart, funny, a fighter, and exactly the kind of woman he wants to share his life with.

Autumn made assumptions of her own about Kenton, and now he needs to prove her wrong in order to protect her and their future.

OBLIGATION

[ob-li-gey-shuh n]

An obligation is a course of action that someone is required to take, whether legal or moral.

At six years old, Myla was sent to a family her father and mother had chosen for her when they knew their time on earth was almost up. What they were unaware of was what they thought would be her safe haven would become her living hell.

Kai has been watching Myla from afar since he took over the family business from his father and inherited the responsibility of keeping her safe. When word gets back to Kai that Myla is not only in danger, but that his assets are being compromised, he immediately jumps into action and does the only thing that can be done at the time by marrying her.

Neither Myla nor Kai would have thought that something that started off as a farce would become the most important thing either of them could've ever done.

DISTRACTION

Distraction: The great intensity, novelty, or attractiveness of something other than the object of attention.

Sven is a man who takes pride in his ability to separate himself from his emotions. He's a man who knows who he is and where he’s going in life, a man who needs no one, because needing someone, anyone, is a weakness.

His past taught him love isn’t enough.  

Maggie wants the happily ever after, but has never picked the right men, or stuck around long enough, to build a forever. It’s always been easier to get out early, before emotions make things messy.

 

When Maggie wakes up naked in Sven’s bed, with no memory of the night before, these two must be honest about their feelings and face their fears, so they can build a future together.

Will love be enough for them to get their happy ending together, or will a threat from outside strike them down before they ever have a chance?

About the Author:

Aurora Rose Reynolds is a navy brat who's husband served in the United States Navy. She has lived all over the country but now resides in New York City with her Husband and pet fish. She's married to an alpha male that loves her as much as the men in her books love their women. He gives her over the top inspiration everyday. In her free time she reads, writes and enjoys going to the movies with her husband and cookie. She also enjoys taking mini weekend vacations to nowhere, or spends time at home with friends and family. Last but not least she appreciates everyday and admires it's beauty.

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