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Review: The Kashmir Shawl by Rosie Thomas

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May 232013

The Kashmir Shawl by Rosie Thomas
Release Date: January 10, 2013
Publisher: Harper Collins
Pages: 400
Source: book provided by NetGalley for review

An epic tale of doomed love and family secrets, set against the stunning exotic backdrop of 1940s Kashmir.

Within one exotic land lie the secrets of a lifetime…
Newlywed Nerys Watkins leaves rural Wales for the first time to accompany her husband on a missionary posting to India. Deep in the exquisite heart of Kashmir lies the lakeside city of Srinagar, where the British live on carved wooden houseboats and dance, flirt and gossip as if there is no war.

But the battles draw closer, and life in Srinagar becomes less frivolous when the men are sent away to fight. Nerys is caught up in a dangerous friendship, and by the time she is reunited with her husband, the innocent Welsh bride has become a different woman.

Years later, when Mair Ellis clears out her father’s house, she finds an exquisite antique shawl, a lock of child’s hair wrapped within its folds. Tracing her grandparents’ roots back to Kashmir, Mair embarks on a quest that will change her life forever.

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Review: Embraced by a Warrior by Marisa Chenery

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May 232013

Embraced by a Warrior by Marisa Chenery
Series: Warrior Hunger (# 1)
Release Date: February 22, 2012
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
Pages: 91
Source: book provided by the publisher for review

As a warrior of Anubis, Darius always believed he was destined to be alone. Never to come into contact with others like him, or experience passion in the arms of a woman for more than just one night. After eight hundred years alone, he begins to question what he’s always known when he finds a woman who stirs not only his desire, but his heart as well.

Brisa’s not blind, so she’s very much aware of the hot man who frequents the bar where she works. But he’s always been aloof. Throwing caution to the wind, she approaches the sexy stranger and finds herself completely swept away. But a shocking secret and an unsavory demon stand between them. Brisa must decide if she can love a man like Darius…for eternity.

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Review: Spy Games: Lethal Limits by Mia Downing

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May 232013

Spy Games: Lethal Limits by Mia Downing
Series: Spy Games (# 2)
Release Date: October 4, 2012
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press, Inc.
File Size: 490 KB
Source: book provided by the publisher for review

Secret Agent Jake Anderson would rather have the measles than love his best friend’s wife. So when she gives him a mission–to find his own woman to love–he knows just the woman to target. Exotic beauty Tia Richards–his new partner–is wild, twisted, and has no limits when it comes to adventure, in bed and out. She’s perfect for him. Now he just has to get Tia and his heart to agree.

Sexy spy Tia Richards has a problem, and the solution is Jake. The last time they hooked up, he left her bound and begging, unfulfilled, so close to finally getting the fireworks she deserves. But Jake loves his former partner, and Tia refuses to be second best. Will she listen to the ache in her heart that whispers she has what it takes to be first in Jake’s life, or will lethal limits separate them forever?

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AAD Interview & Contest: Cherise Sinclair

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May 222013

Thank you so much for inviting me to join you today on Romancing the Book. It’s an honor to be here.

I was planning to interview one of the Masters for my time at Romancing the Book, but—typical Doms—they refused to keep their language and innuendos at a PG level. (Why am I not surprised?)

So, since I’ve been getting email questions about writing, I thought I’d talk about a writerly sort of subject—the theme of a book. (Doesn’t that make you cringe with memories of book reports?)

Excerpt: This Is Who I Am by Cherise Sinclair

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May 222013

When trying to save a woman from slavers, Sam screwed up. Royally. Now Linda wants nothing to do with him. Or with BDSM. She won’t even admit she’s a masochist. As a dominant and sadist, he can give her what she needs, and when an opportunity arises, he slips into her life, intending to make amends. She’s everything he knew she would be…except for her bullheaded determination to be ‘normal’.

Now the horrible time is past, Linda just wants to return to her small conservative town, pick up her quiet life, and be normal. But how can someone who likes pain be ‘normal’? To her dismay, when someone spray-paints her home with obscenities, Sam shows up to rescue her. Again. Doesn’t he understand that the last thing she needs in her life is a sadist? He’s amused by her objections. But his dry sense of humor can’t disguise that he’s tough as nails and dominant and stubborn. He’s not going to let her drive him off this time. Soon she realizes she wants him to stay.

When he takes her to the Shadowlands, she feels as if she’s found a home…until she hears a voice from out of her nightmares.

Review: Released by Amber Polo

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May 222013

Released by Amber Polo
Series: The Shapeshifter’s Library (# 1)
Release Date: July 8, 2012
Publisher: Blue Merle Publishing
Pages: 313
Source: book was received for a contest judging

Welcome to the strange and wonderful world of Shipsfeather, Ohio, where an ancient race of dog-shifters has been charged with curating the knowledge of the world, and with protecting civilization’s libraries from the machinations of evil, book burning werewolves. For years a curse has imprisoned the dog-shifters in the basement of the Shipsfeather library—where they have made the best of things with a gym, a spa, a Starbarks, and, of course, their wildly successful internet company, Zoogle—but now, thanks to librarian Liberty Cutter and her zany staff, they may actually have a chance to break free again. If only they can convince her to believe in magic…

THE SHAPESHIFTERS’ LIBRARY: RELEASED is the first in a charming new series that will have dog lovers and book lovers alike howling out loud with delight. With a generous sprinkling of “Dewey-speak” and “dog-speak”, clever literary references and some of the most unforgettable canine characters since “Lady and the Tramp”, Amber Polo takes you into a world you will never want to leave. The Shapeshifters’ Library series is destined to be a classic.

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Review: The Practice Proposal by Tracy March

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May 222013

The Practice Proposal by Tracy March
Series: Suddenly Smitten (# 1)
Release Date: March 11, 2013
Publisher: Entangled
Pages: 166
Source: book provided by the publisher for review
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Liza Sutherland isn’t looking for love. Not from a charity-auction date she didn’t even bid on and especially not with Nationals first baseman Cole Collins, the guy she obsessed over as an awkward teenager. She won’t get involved with a notorious player, no matter how attractive Cole is.

Cole Collins is up for contract renegotiation, but after too many late-night parties, he’ll need some positive publicity before he can make the roster. His agent, Frank, pitches Liza as the perfect prop…only Cole didn’t account for Liza no longer being just a teenager with a crush. She’s gorgeous and smart and he’s instantly hooked.

When Frank makes Liza a deal she can’t refuse—a bet she will fall in love with Cole or a cool half mil goes to charity—the game is on. But neither bet on the real feelings that surface. Could a fake fling turn into an official forever?

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Review: Catching a Cougar by Jan Graham

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May 222013

Catching a Cougar by Jan Graham
Series: Sydney Cougar Series (# 2)
Release Date: March 16, 2012
Publisher: Secret Cravings Publishing
Pages: 57
Source: book provided by the publisher for review

Justin Davies is twenty-eight. He manages Rubens nightclub, affectionately referred to as The Cougar Club. His life is good, except for one thing. A sexy little cougar has dumped him and Justin wants her back. He knows she is the only woman that can make his life complete, he also believes he can do the same for her. When Justin recruits some friends to help him catch his commitment phobic cougar, the fun begins.

Katie Swayne is thirty eight, an artist who’s finally started to achieve the success she always dreamed of. She doesn’t need anything to interfere with that, especially a relationship. Katie’s rule when it comes to men is, love them and leave them, never get emotionally involved. Then she met Justin Davies. Once Katie realized she cared for Justin, she didn’t merely walk away. Katie ran, as fast as she could, determined to never look back.

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Interview & Contest: J.L. Hammer

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May 212013

Jen: Today we are excited to welcome romantic suspense author J.L. Hammer to Romancing the Book. J.L., will you share a short bio with us?
J.L.: As far back as she can remember, J.L. Hammer has had a constant stream of stories playing through her mind. She has two romantic suspense novels with Secret Cravings Publishing. Her fast-paced stories are filled with suspense, romantic tension, and gripping action. She is a member of the International Thriller Writers and Romance Writers of America. Visit her at http://www.JL-Hammer.com

Jen: Please tell us about your newest release and where the idea came from.
J.L.: BLUE HORIZON is about Elena Davidson who is working on a secret government project when she is kidnapped by terrorists. Safeguarding ‘Blue Horizon’ isn’t just a mission to Elena. She knows that if its purpose is revealed and if it falls into the wrong hands, it could be dangerous for the entire world.

Beckham Connors has a simple mission: rescue Elena or kill her. Whatever happens, she cannot be left alive on Iranian soil.

Book Spotlight: One True Love by Lori Wilde

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May 212013

One True Love
A Cupid Texas Novella #0.5
Lori Wilde
Avon Impulse
Release Date May 21^st, 2013
100 pages

In Cupid, Texas, they say everyone has one true love. And if you write a letter to Cupid, you will get an answer in return . . .

Now, from New York Times bestselling author Lori Wilde, read how the legend of Cupid began . . . All it took was one great love story!

Too bad for pretty young housemaid Millie Greenwood that her one true love is John Fant, the handsomest, wealthiest man in town. But in 1924, a maid—no matter how lovely—isn’t about to marry into the town’s foremost family, and John is on the verge of becoming betrothed to another. Everything seems hopeless until Millie writes a desperate letter to Cupid, and the most romantic legend of all is born …

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Cupid Texas Series

Love at First Sight — Release Date May 28^th, 2013

All Out of Love – Release Date June 25^th, 2013

Goodreads link: http://www.goodreads.com/series/99988-cupid-texas

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Author Info

LORI WILDE is the New York Times bestselling author of more than sixty books. A former RITA finalist, Lori has received the Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award, the Holt Medallion, the Booksellers Best, the National Readers’ Choice, and numerous other honors. She lives in Texas, with her husband and a wide assortment of pets. Lori teaches Romance Writing Secrets via the internet through colleges and universities worldwide at www.ed2g.com. Visit her at www.loriwilde.comor @LoriWilde on Twitter and Facebook.

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