With book three of the Up In The Air Trilogy we are promised no less than a thrill ride!So place your chair in its upright and locked position, stow your try tables and fasten your seat belts because you are in for a ride!
Book Description:
“James and Bianca’s story draws to a close in the explosive conclusion to the Up In The Air Trilogy.
After a short but earnest courtship, Bianca can no longer deny her feelings for James, and though she’s tried her hardest, she can’t help but see that he cares deeply for her, as well. In a completely uncharacteristic move, she has put aside her misgivings and agreed to live with the enigmatic billionaire. Is her leap of faith the beginning of something wonderful, or is it too much, too fast?
As James and Bianca feel a growing need for each other that neither can deny, circumstances beyond their control intervene, trying to tear them apart. Amidst the ever mounting threat of a monster who wants Bianca dead, and the constant pitfalls of an indiscreet past that James can’t seem to escape, can these two passionate lovers manage to find their happily ever after?”
With her murderess father still on the hunt and the new knowledge of her step mother’s death Bianca finds herself falling deeper in love with James.He is the man she can turn to and the man that helps keeps her grounded.Bianca is finding it hard to open her heart to anyone other than Stephen.Stephen and Bianca share an unbreakable bond that’s started from day one.Bianca is starting to see that there is room in heart and James is just the person to fill that void.Bianca is faced with life changing events and a constant 24/7 security watch.James fears for her life and will not take any chances on the love of this life.Her world is changed in a blink of an eye and James may find that he can’t control everything.
I was so excited to get my hands on this one!I fell in love with the first two books and the third one was no different.James Cavendish is one HOT man and the stuff book boyfriends are made of!I found myself wanting to wave a hand in the air and yell…pick me!!!Sadly I came to my senses.I love the fact that R.K. Lilley showed the bonds that friendship creates and that family is what you make it.In a world of the “modern family” it was truly touching to see the bond that Stephan and Bianca shared and the fact that they both pushed each other to be the best they could be.Grounded rounded out this trilogy well and I thoroughly enjoyed the way the story unfolded.I am very excited for what’s to come from R.K. Lilley now that this flight has ended!
“All her life, Beth Denton battled both her weight and her controlling parents. And now that she’s declared victory, she’s looking for her prince charming… Beth has always lived in her outgoing sister’s shadow, plagued by her own insecurity about her body. It’s time for her to step out from the sidelines and experience what life has to offer—then she’s laid off from her teaching job, and has to rely on her sister to get her a job at Danvers International.
Nick Merimon is gorgeous, wealthy, and a well-known playboy—just the sort of man Beth has always avoided. But even she can’t deny the sparks that are flying between them. He could be just the man to show her what she’s been missing all these years. And after they share one heart-stopping night together, she is surprised when it leads to a relationship.
But as their connection grows, and the realities of their romance begin to show, Beth will have to overcome both her own insecurities and her doubts about Nick’s intentions if her newfound pleasures are to last forever…”
I have waited a LONG time for book three and I must say it was worth the wait!I love Beth!She is vulnerable yet lovable.It is amazing how far you can fall into love and not even know it.As much as she tries she can’t deny that she loves Nick!Who can blame her?Not me!Nick is…HOT!How can you not love a man that wants to do the right thing?At the root of the right thing he learns that love can conquer all.The road is not easy!Between Nick’s playboy past and Beth’s insecurities the unlikely pair learns that the things you love are worth working for.Bravo to Sydney Landon for bring light to a real issue that many woman deal with.Body issues are personal and Sydney gives us an inside look at the pain those issues cause and how people deal with them.The Danvers Novel’s are a wonderful combo of drama, love and fun!They are must reads!I will be patiently waiting for book 4!
This guy is too much!!! I mean, who in his right mind would like to be interviewed in a bar? Only Cade Walker can pull such stunt!
Well, I guess I had no other choice but to go ALONE since my partner Pam did some last minute errands. I would have to admit that I am a bit excited though…to finally meet this manwhore and see for myself why Lor had a hard time saying NO!
So I started raiding my closet and looked for something cute to wear. Did I just say cute? Why do I even bother to dress up? Mmmm something must be wrong!
Gotcha! I decided to be a little bit girly tonight but without losing the toughness. I don’t want him to think that I’m one of those “dress to impress” girls! So I took a shower, dried my hair, put a little make up on and dolled myself up with this cute lacy white dress that perfectly matched my brutal biker boots and accessories. I was ready to go!
We agreed to meet at 8, but I arrived way too early so I decided to just sit at the bar and ordered some coke zero. I don’t want to feel all tipsy while doing the interview anyways. Just when I’m about to have my first gulp, I felt a hot hard body behind me. I don’t need to turn around to know who it was. A strong, deep but sexy as hell voice started to speak.
”Need some company?” Hell of course, I came here for you duh!!!
So just to get this over with, I finally turned around and got the biggest surprise of my life! Whoa! This man is gorgeous! He’s about 6’7” tall, blonde hair, muscular body, intense green eyes that just by staring at it, I know I would be in trouble. He led the way to one of the farthest booth and I followed him, still holding on with my coke zero.
Curiously looking what I have in my hand he said.
“So Cris, I don’t mean to offend but you’re such a baby! You sure you’re allowed to enter a bar?”
This guy is a prick! “Hey! Im short I know but that doesn’t mean my 5’2 height can’t kick your sweet huge ass.” Ooops, where did it come from?
“Whoa, hold your horses chickie! Just making sure. I don’t want to end this beautiful night in handcuffs for taking a child to a bar who apparently checks on my sweet huge ass! I love being tied up in cuffs you know, but somewhere comfy and cozy at least, not behind the bars! So tell me, was it really huge?”
This guy is impossible and not to mention very conceited! “Please Cade, this is something serious! I need to get this done asap so can we just get it on and start with the questions? And please don’t call me chickie! I’m not one of your girls that you can play at. I’m here for business, and if for one second you can’t pretend to be one, then I’m outta here!” Im ready to leave but his heated grip on my left hand suddenly stopped me.
“Stay! Please stay! I promise to be serious. It’s just that this whole interview thing is a first to me, babe. So I guess you would have to put up with my…uhhmmm mmmm uneasiness?”
“You? Cade Walker? Uneasy? Never in a million years. Oh well, whatever! Can I start with my questions?”
“Yeah, but please let me buy you a drink first, just a small peace offering for being a jackass.”
“Ok fine and just so you wouldn’t call me chickie anymore! Jack and coke please.”
As the server left our table to get our drinks, I put out my ipad and threw in my first question.
Cris: So Cade, since we didn’t hear so much about you in the story, well aside from the fact that you took advantage of Lor while she was all drunk and tipsy, can you tell us more about yourself?
Cade: Ouch! You really think that low of me huh! And just for a disclaimer, I didn’t take advantage of her! It’s a consensus decision by 2 adults having a good time. Cris: You mean two intoxicated adults huh? So Cade, tell us your story. Who is the real Mr. Walker and what does he want from life?
Cade: There’s really not a lot to tell. I’m just a good ole country boy from a small town in Missouri. I grew up on a big ranch and when my parents died it became mine. I may seem like I’m all about having a good time, but my number one concern is the success of my ranch and carrying on the Walker name in a way to make my parents proud. Even though I lost them years ago, I’ll never forget the love they shared. My daddy loved my momma more than anything in the world. The way his eyes would light up when she would walk into a room…damn. I never thought I’d feel that…but I did when I met Lor.
As he told his story, my eyes immediately found his adorable lips, his voice rumbled through me. God it was sexy! I suddenly became jealous of Lor and wondered how those lips would feel in mine. Hey Cris, get a grip! That was my subconscious mind talking to me. When he caught me almost drooling, Cade just grinned and said.
Cade: Hey Cris, you okay?
Cris: Uhhmm sure, just didn’t take you as one with real sense. But then why you don’t do relationships and opt for casual sex? Was it about a traumatic experience in the past?
Cade: No traumatic experience, hon. I mean you like sex don’t ya? (He says with a devilish smirk.) Sex is fun…really fun. I just never thought I would find a love like my parents shared. I guess my standards were set pretty high. Wow sex… S E X! I felt a sudden tingle in my nipple as I watch his mouth utter those words. While I bit my nails I then moved on with my next question.
Cris: So Cade, tell me, would you let anyone stand in the way of your woman? I mean like a pierced, tattooed hottie?
Cade: Cris, I like you, so I’m just gonna tell you this one time: this interview will end real damn quick if we start talking about that asshat.
Cris: Oh! I’m sorry, okay moving on to the next. So why Lor? What is it about her that makes it all different? I mean, why feel the need to pursue her?
Cade: I can’t really tell ya why, Cris. I just feel something strong for her…in my heart. I feel like she’s a lot like me. The pride she feels for her ranch and the way she feels about her family, that all reminds me of myself. She’s a damn good woman – hell, any man would be crazy not to want her.
As he reminisced that moment with Lor, he took a swig of his beer and licked the right side of his lips. Oh good good Lord! It sent vibrations through my body, made my skin hot and my muscles rippled with need. How many more questions do I have? I need to finish this immediately or else I would end up agreeing doing the same thing. So I cleared my throat and start throwing my follow up question.
Cris: Cade this question might be a little inappropriate. But my readers were polled [not really but I’m just dying to know] what is the craziest place you’ve ever had sex?
Shaking his head at me and biting his lip with that sexy grin.
Cade: I don’t kiss and tell, hon, but I will tell ya this…I’ve heard sex on a tractor can be a hell of a lot fun.
I really need to cut this off. I don’t think I can still stand staring at his green eyes without me imagining how his hard, sculpted body would rock against mine and now all I can think about is a big green tractor. I am not in my usual self and I have to blame “JD” for that. So I decided to skip the remaining 3 questions and just jump immediately to the last.
Cris: So what’s your plan now Cade? How would you like your destiny to unfold?
Cade: Well, hon I guess you’ll just have to read Destined to Change and see what Lisa Harley has in store for me…I promise ya’ll won’t be disappointed. As a matter of fact, I’ve never disappointed a lady in my life. He said with a wink of his eye. Thank God it was done! Cade settled the bill and accompanied me outside the bar to the parking lot. I opened my purse and found my keys when I felt his hand touched mine.
“Let me.”
He took the keys and opened the door for me. He’s not that bad after all, I feel there is really something about this guy than just his pretty face and sexy body.
Just before I hopped inside the car, I decided to take one final glance of him and that’s when it happened…
“Thanks for a great night and I’m sorry for being a bit too forward earlier, and for calling you chickie.” He said with his sexy voice. I knew I was in trouble early on, and it only took me those lines to finally give in. I let my hands do the talking. As he held my gaze, my hand roamed a little lower, surveying the territory and reached down to hold one of the perfectly formed asses I have ever touched. Shoot! Did I just do that?
“Whoa that was hot! Well I guess I was wrong to even call you a chickie.”
There goes the cocky Cade. I just smiled.
“Thanks for the drink.” I said and gave him a quick peck on the cheek instead. When I pulled off, he grabbed me on my shoulder and closed the gap between us. My swaying vision made me feel nauseous so I closed me eyes while my chest and nipples hardened and I knew he felt them.
He cupped my chin and eased my face up when all of a sudden I heard Usher singing in the background “Ooh baby baby ooh baby baby Ah-ooh baby baby ooh baby baby. Girl tonight you’re the prey. I’m the hunter. Take you here, take you there. Take you under. Imagine me whispering in your ear, That I wanna take off all your clothes and put something on yah.”
Damn! I don’t know whether to be happy or pissed!
“Nice ringtone huh.”
“Well I guess that was my cue, I think I’d better go.”
“Boyfriend?”
“No, that’s my blog partner, Pam, just checking on me.”
“Sweet! Maybe I can call you sometime?”
“Sorry Cade, I don’t do booty calls and I’m not gonna start with you.” He just smiled as I turned my back and leave.
Shoot! That was close! Real close!
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Blurb:
Destiny…it’s really an interesting thought isn’t it…destiny. Loralei Harper’s destiny was determined before her birth. It was very simple. She was expected to graduate from high school, marry Declan Sharp, and have two kids. She would stay at home with them, while her husband worked on the family farm. But the funny thing about destiny is…it can change in the blink of an eye. Now Loralei has to figure out what to do when everything changes. Declan Sharp, a sweet country boy, grew up with Loralei. Their parents couldn’t have planned their relationship any better. Loralei was the love of his life and their future was bright, but sometimes life gets in the way of your plans. Jaxon Daniels, a pierced, tattooed, badass with a gentle soul, just wanted to get out of the city and relax in the country for a little while. The last thing he was looking for was right in front of him. With skeletons in his closet, will he be able to hold on to the woman he loves, when the past comes out to play? Cade Walker, a cocky cowboy, never gave love a second thought. Sex? Now that was a different story. After a drunken night, all of that changes when he feels something for Loralei…with his heart. This good ole boy learns that alls fair in love and war. What happens when all of these lives cross paths? Whose destiny will change and who will get their happily ever after?
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Blurb:
Destiny…it’s really an interesting thought isn’t it…destiny. Loralei Harper’s destiny was determined before her birth. It was very simple. She was expected to graduate from high school, marry Declan Sharp, and have two kids. She would stay at home with them, while her husband worked on the family farm. But the funny thing about destiny is…it can change in the blink of an eye. Now Loralei has to figure out what to do when everything changes. Declan Sharp, a sweet country boy, grew up with Loralei. Their parents couldn’t have planned their relationship any better. Loralei was the love of his life and their future was bright, but sometimes life gets in the way of your plans. Jaxon Daniels, a pierced, tattooed, badass with a gentle soul, just wanted to get out of the city and relax in the country for a little while. The last thing he was looking for was right in front of him. With skeletons in his closet, will he be able to hold on to the woman he loves, when the past comes out to play? Cade Walker, a cocky cowboy, never gave love a second thought. Sex? Now that was a different story. After a drunken night, all of that changes when he feels something for Loralei…with his heart. This good ole boy learns that alls fair in love and war. What happens when all of these lives cross paths? Whose destiny will change and who will get their happily ever after?
I was about to go to bed when suddenly my phone chirped. When I opened it up, I saw a message that says…
followed by another one…
I guess you see where I’m coming from. To be noticed by the “Raine Miller” herself is really a God damn big thing for us. We thank Raine for trusting us and for giving us the pleasure of doing it.
So without further adieu, here’s the Blackstone Affair Series Book Trailer. Hope you all like it!
Synopsis:
Naked (The Blackstone Affair #1) by Raine Miller
Brynne Bennett is living the good life. An American art student at the University of London and part-time photographic model, she’s putting her life back on track with school and lots of hard work. When ultra successful London businessman, Ethan Blackstone, buys her nude portrait, he isn’t taking ‘no’ for an answer. He wants Brynne in his bed and makes plans to keep her there no matter what. His dominant nature captivates and ensnares despite the demons she carries inside her. But there are secrets in this relationship. Huge ones. Can Ethan free Brynne from the past that has marked her? Will Brynne let him or will the specters tormenting her resurface to destroy them both.
The second part in The Blackstone Affair series! Looming danger. A love worth fighting for. A man who’ll go all in. Ethan Blackstone has a problem on his hands. He’s broken Brynne’s trust and she’s left him. He’s unwilling to live without her and isn’t giving up—he’s dead-set on getting his beautiful American girl back. The passion between them was explosive, but the secrets they hid from each other are dark and chilling and are powerful enough to destroy their shot at a life together. With political threats now directed at Brynne, Ethan is running out of time and he’ll need to gather all his strength and agility to protect her from the dangers that could take her away from him forever. Will Ethan be able to save Brynne from a past that keeps her locked in fear? Will he ever feel the warmth of her touch, the solidity of her trust again? This is a love-struck man who is willing to do whatever it takes to possess the heart of the woman he loves. He’ll go to any lengths to protect her. He’ll go all in.
Here is the fiery story of what happens when two people surrender to a love so great it can heal the scars of the past and give way to a life of pure, rapturous ecstasy.
Raine Miller has been reading romance novels since she picked up that first Barbara Cartland book at the tender age of thirteen. And it’s a safe bet she’ll never stop, because now she writes them too! Granted Raine’s stories are edgy enough to turn Ms. Cartland in her grave, but to her way of thinking, a hot, sexy hero never goes out of fashion. A part-time teacher and writer of sexy romance stories every other chance she gets pretty much fills her days. She has a handsome prince of a husband, and two brilliant sons to pull her back into the real world if the writing takes her too far away. Her sons know she likes to write stories, but gratefully have never asked to read any, thank God! Raine loves to hear from readers and to chat about the characters in her books.
While we patiently wait for this big event, Stacey will be giving away 2 ebook copies of Walking Disaster by Jamie Mcguire! Awesome right? So join the party and see below for details!
Skylar Montague has learned that nothing good comes from trusting others…. especially men. After escaping an abusive relationship she attempts to start a new life in a new city. Living close to her childhood friend Chantal, she’s finally starting to feel at home. Men are the last thing on her mind, that is until she meets her smoldering bad boy neighbor Nathaniel Jackson. Her hesitation is huge, but the attraction is even greater. Nathaniel doesn’t do relationships, just can’t see himself as being a one woman man. His instant attraction to Skylar makes him think that he could change. Their connection is explosive. Nothing has ever felt this good. Being together with Nate, Skylar feels like she can finally trust a man. That is until they are presented with an unexpected surprise. Exes reemerge and with them a falling out neither saw coming. With all their past troubles and demons ready to emerge, can they escape the undeniable pull they have to each other, or will the dark past they both possess prove to be too difficult and keep them apart?
For Prime-Werewolf Ember Stilwell, life has been far from normal. Decades ago, a vengeful Witch cursed her Pack, leaving the women of her line incapable of feeling love. When an organized group of immortal killers begin to stalk and capture wolves from her pack, she sets out on a path fraught with danger. Just when it seems the world as she knows it will be changed forever, she meets Collin, an Alpha Werewolf with a body built for sin. As her heart begins to heal, she comes to find that the demons of her past are not nearly as dangerous as the nightmares she will be forced to face in her future. Can finding her true love conquer all? Or will the ability to feel for the first time be overshadowed by losing everything else she holds dear?
NEVER BEFORE SEEN PREFACE:
“The beginning of the Primal pack came into existence quite by accident. Some might even call it a culmination of bad luck and fate. If it weren’t for the dark witch, Alexandra, and her hatred for a beautiful vampire, this story would have never had a chance to be written. This love triangle was doomed from the very start. A raven haired vampire named Naomi and a seductive and cunning witch both fell deeply in love with the devilishly handsome Alpha of the Crescent Moon pack. Both women had a chance to win his heart but in the end Landon saw past Alexandra’s bewitching beauty. He recognized the evil that lurked inside the dark witch. He noticed the way birds would go silent in her presence and pondered on the reason why children shivered in fear at her slightest touch. Within the vampires eyes he found his true hearts mate. Her kindness was beyond measure and her generosity knew no bounds. He cherished the way that the same children who feared Alexandra found comfort in Naomi’s arms. The birds that wouldn’t make even the smallest peep for the witch would ever so joyously serenade the vampire all during her afternoon hunts. One night when the moon was at it’s fullest, Landon – in front of his entire pack – announced his intentions for Naomi. They would be mated that evening and would rule side by side for the rest of their days. The surprising news left Alexandra furious and with a deep thirst for vengeance. That same night she waited for the last of the wolves to disappear into the woods before she slunk away to her cave to mix up her revenge. The romantic candle light that filtered through the shutters as she snuck up to the lovers cottage fueled her rage but the moans of lust that rang throughout the night was her true undoing. Now more than ever she was determined to cast the evil spell she had just brewed. So behind the cover of Landon’s home she quickly stripped her body of clothes and smeared her breasts and abdomen with a mixture of human blood and wolfsbane. She then began to encircled herself with sea salt. And after her circle was complete she began to chant the spell that would change all their lives forever. But as strong as her witchy powers were Alexandra was still very young. Her spell casting was amateur at best and the results of her spell didn’t work out exactly as she had intended. The curse didn’t attach itself to the young lovers that lay wrapped in each others arms unscathed in it’s aftermath. But instead laid claim to the innocent unborn child that was miraculously thriving in the once barren vampires womb. Landon never abandoned his true love for the spiteful witch and when all was said and done the couple lived a very long and happy life. Now their daughter Brianna’s fate on the other hand happened to be a different story. Her life from the beginning was anything but normal. From her father she received the gift of shifting. It amazed the pack at how swiftly she shifted, much more quickly than any other wolf. From her mother she inherited incredible speed and strength. Not a single wolf could match her endurance. From the witches curse she received the gift of a cold heart. It wasn’t that she was unkind to her parents and her pack…actually it was the very opposite, she loved them deeply. Her coldness was directed at any would be suitors. It seemed that no man be they wolf, vampire, witch, or human could interest Brianna at all. Many years past and even more men tried to woo her but still not even an ounce of attraction to a man or even a woman, for that matter, was to be had. Then one day a lone wolf wandered into the Primal packs territory. He was apprehended at once and brought before the Alphas. The wolf stood tall and unafraid. No downcast eyes no cowering or trembling limbs in the presence of his captors. It was evident that he was a very powerful Alpha wolf. Landon took offense by the lone wolfs trespass on his land and also by the intruders lack of respect for his authority. The Primal Alpha had always been known for his kindness and where any other leader of wolves would have put the offender to a swift death, Landon decided to show lenience instead. So as he did thirty years prior he called his entire pack together under the full moon and announced the mating of his daughter to the newest pack member, Darius. Brianna had decided long ago that she was never to marry and was appalled at her fathers decree. So she had decided to flee from their village and live her life free of domineering men. But as she was about to shift for a fast getaway three wolves dragged the man who was to be her betrothed out from one of the cottages and threw him before her father. His long red hair shimmered in the moonlight like glass. His full lips glistened and she licked her lips at the sight of them. She sucked in her breath without letting a single bit of air out as desire swarmed her like a million wasps stinging her entire body at once. She took a few steps his way without thought and let out a loud gasp. At the sound of Brianna’s desire Darius picked himself up and turned her way. His wolf howled through his human lips and his green eyes dilated fully as he drank in the sight of his true hearts mate. After that night Brianna’s cold heart was thawed and she to was able to live a happy life and bare many of her and Darius’ children. But unfortunately in their female offspring the curse continued. The male and female cubs both inherited their mothers strength and speed. But it was the women from the Primal Alpha line that would never feel attraction or find love until they somehow found their true hearts mate. And throughout the centuries the Primal Alpha women began to scatter all around the world. A group of them forming an extension of their original pack. They called themselves Prime Breed. A large majority of the lines Alpha females died out over the centuries, because of their inability to mate, and so the men of the pack gradually took over. And so,except for a small few, the original Primal line was all but extinct. Until fate yet again deemed to step in and have it’s final say. “
Skylar Montague has learned that nothing good comes from trusting others…. especially men. After escaping an abusive relationship she attempts to start a new life in a new city. Living close to her childhood friend Chantal, she’s finally starting to feel at home. Men are the last thing on her mind, that is until she meets her smoldering bad boy neighbor Nathaniel Jackson. Her hesitation is huge, but the attraction is even greater. Nathaniel doesn’t do relationships, just can’t see himself as being a one woman man. His instant attraction to Skylar makes him think that he could change. Their connection is explosive. Nothing has ever felt this good. Being together with Nate, Skylar feels like she can finally trust a man. That is until they are presented with an unexpected surprise. Exes reemerge and with them a falling out neither saw coming. With all their past troubles and demons ready to emerge, can they escape the undeniable pull they have to each other, or will the dark past they both possess prove to be too difficult and keep them apart?
INTERVIEW WITH THE AUTHOR:
We had the honor of chatting with Angel Steel and her writing and her upcoming book Sweet Temptations. Here is what she had to say
1. So Angel first I would like to say congratulations on your first book! So your dreams are coming true and people will be able to read your words. Can you give us a little insight as to why you wanted to write?
Thank you. Nice to meet you too, Pam. I started writing at a young age, anything that popped in my head, that sounded good me at the time I’d write it down, but it never came out the right way I wanted when I was youngJ. My mother told me when I was young that I had a great imagination, even now I think she would still say the same only that it’s a wicked imagination that I have now. I’ve always wanted to write, but over the years I never really got the change to do just that. I’ve always wanted to write and put my point of view out there. And now that I have done just that, I don’t see me giving it up any time soon.
2. What authors have influenced you and can you give us your top 5 books?
The author’s that have influenced me would be E.L. James, Melissa Schroeder, Jaymie Holland, Emma Holly, Cat Johnson and Bianca Sommerland. Love these author’s and how they write. As to my top 5 books which is really hard to pick,
1. The Dartmouth cobras’ series by Bianca Sommerland.
2. Fifty shades of grey trilogy by E.L. James
3. Gabriel’s inferno & rapture by Sylvain Reynard
4. Undeniable series by Madeline Sheehan
5. Stiletto’s INC series by Lexi Ryan
3. As you started Sweet Temptations did you know that you want write a series?
Not at first. It was only going to be 2 in this series, as I progressed in the story; I knew I had to add one more to the series. When I chose my main characters I wanted them to tell their own story, it was hard to decide which two main characters I wanted to start with. It took me a while to decide, and I fought back and forth between Nate and Skylar’s story and Dominic and Chantal’s. Although Chantal and Dominic met before Skylar moved, I wanted to tell her story first.
4. I adore Nate but I really wanted to throw my laptop when I read certain parts of this book. Is there a “Nate” in your life?
Lol. I nearly did the same when I wrote it. I wanted him to be like that, and many of my betas said they wanted to do the same. Yes, I very much have my own ‘Nate’ in my life, not completely like him; they might have the mood swing thing in common, lol. I met my “Nate’ 14 years ago, and wouldn’t change it for anything in this world, he’s my rock, my world, everything. There is nothing I would change in the last 14 years, besides I should have started writing earlier with this series, then I did. I want to thank him, for giving me 4 beautiful children that I treasure with my heart and soul, and also for the amazing 14 years that I have known and been with him, Love you, baby.
5. Skylar has been through some deep and very emotional events in her life. Without giving a lot away I have to ask with all the events that happened in her life why did you write her as such a sexual character?
Yes she has. I didn’t want her to become reclusive with what had happened to her, as most people would have done just that. I know someone that has gone through something similar to what Skylar has; I didn’t want her to close off to the world, I wanted her to have a back bone, be her own person and not let the events that happened in her past and present ruin her future. I didn’t want her to close herself away from the world, and wouldn’t let it run her life, she wants to get over the events and move forward although she did think about the events once or twice. She wanted someone to show her how to love and feel secure with everything and in herself.
6. I love the connection between Sky, Chantal and Craig. Did you draw from your own friendship to write theirs?
Yes I did. I had a relationship like those three when I was younger. We called ourselves the ‘Three stooges’ did everything together, like they have. I’ve lost contact with them over the years, but I didn’t my characters to do that. I have one very special friend now that has helped me write our friendship into this story.
7. How many books do you expect in this series and will Sky and Nate’s story in book two as I am guessing that Dominic will donate book two and beyond?
3 will be in this series. Nate and Skylar’s story continues in book 2 not as much as the first and the beginning of Dominic’s and Chantal’s story. And all will end in the third with the new characters. All characters have parts in each book.
8. Will Craig and Alex be getting their own book?
Unsure, at this point. I really want to concentrate on the three in the series first before I think about writing their story.
9. Do you think you will write the back story of Lucas and Skylar?
Yes I will, eventually, lol. I want everyone to read their story, so they understand more with what Skylar went through in her past relationship with Lucas.
10. Can you leave our readers with one sentence that will make them want to read this book?
This story is about multiple life situations that everyday people go through, such as drama, romance, really hot sex, Jand will capture your attention straight from the beginning right to the end, leaving you wanting to know more?
Once again thank you Angel and we at The Book Avenue wish you the best of luck with you book and every book to come!
Music is a continuation of souls. It helps us heal, it helps us morn, it is there when we are sad and it is there when we are happy. Form page one of The Final Piece by Maggi Myers I knew music would be an additional character in this book, but what I didn’t expect was the very large box of tissue I would need. After reading this book I have a new found love of what a “real family” is.
“Life shouldn’t be about picking up the pieces.
Beth Bradshaw has spent her life hiding from her tragic past. From the moment a trusted family friend steals her innocence until the moment another rescues her, she struggles to just survive.
Surrounded by the comfort and protection of her extended family, Beth embarks on a journey of healing far from the horrors of her home. In her darkest moments, she meets a boy named Ryan. For one incredible summer, Ryan shows Beth what it’s like to act her own age.
To feel free and let go. If only for a while.
Years later, another tragedy threatens to shatter the life Beth has carefully crafted. When faced, yet again, with more pieces to pick up, Beth begins to question what her choices have cost her. Leaving her old life behind, she sets forth on a pilgrimage that will bring her back to boy she could never forget. He wants to help her pick up the pieces of her life, but is she willing to do what it takes to become whole again?
Can she trust him with a piece of herself?”
Dealing with subjects like abuse in any form is a fine line to walk and Maggi Myers was able to craft a story that shows you the tragedy along with the survival that follows. Beth is broken and the people she should turn to, her mom and dad, are not the safe haven she is looking for. It takes her extend family and some “self made” family to show her that she is important and worth the fight.
Enter Ryan! At the age of 17 most boys only care about one thing and that is not the security and welfare of a girl two years is junior. The moment Beth showed up early for her summer visit Ryan took notice of what she desired and that was trust. Ryan was the man to give it to her just that. As a survivor life is hard and Beth is learning that once love grabs hold of your heart there is no looking back.
I fell in love with Ryan from the beginning. Through this whole story I wanted to climb into my Kindle and grab both Beth and Ryan let them know that everything will be ok! Maggi created two characters that become a part of you as this story unfolds. You feel are there with them. I felt Beth’s pain and need to survive. The need to create a life you think you should live and only let a select few, if any, know the true you and Ryan wanting to step up to be the be the better man but life happens and love takes over.
Maggi thank you for a brilliant story that showed me what I have known all along…family is the anchor that holds you and allows you to live your life. I love connecting with a book and this is a book that did that not only though words but with music. So please excuse me while I head to iTunes to download the music from Maggi’s playlist for this book. I know that in the future I will be docking my iPod and playing the music that inspired this story as I re-read Maggi’s well-crafted words.
“We are all broken in one way or another. It’s how we put those pieces back together that matter.”
