REVIEW: Dirty Saint by Vesper Vaughn

Dirty Saint: A Secret Baby Sports Romance

by Vesper Vaughn

ESTHER: Everyone on campus thinks football hotshot, Saint Williams is a pious and righteous role model.

He has this whole university fooled. Not me.

I've seen a whole other sinful side to Mr. Touchdown. I've witnessed his swagger. Heard his filthy mouth and lost count how often he says the Lord's name in vain.

I can’t stand that man. So why is he starring in my dreams? Why do I have a carnal highlight reel in my mind, looping with images that have nothing to do with the game of football?

Now I’m the first-ever water girl for the university football team. My plan? I need to stay far, far away from temptation.

I’m here for the thrill of the game. Not to worship the sexy-as-sin Quarterback.

But from the first day of practice Saint's sultry gaze makes it perfectly clear that he intends to score. 

SAINT: They call me Saint.

That’s because I’m a miracle on the football field. I’ve taken this cloistered, religious university and launched it into the national spotlight.

All I want is to play ball and get to know some of my lovely and devoted female fans. They flock to my games. They can't wait to offer me anything I want after the final play.

But all that changes when I catch sight of Esther. The water girl is the only girl on campus who doesn't want me. 

That's okay because I like a challenge, I like strategy and I really like the idea of finally claiming Esther's heavenly body.

This standalone, full-length novel contains cursing, steamy sex scenes, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily ever after. 

RATING: 4.5 STARS

REVIEW: 

"Dirty Saint, is well... dirty, hot, funny, and saves a shocking punch. Loved Esther and Saint's heartwarming and empowering story of opposites attracting- 4.5 stars!" ~Theresa (BookRelations)

REVIEW: The Midnight Man by P. Mattern, Ginger Marie

The Midnight Man

by P. Mattern, Ginger Marie

A series of events leads Monique into the unlikely company of a wealthy and estranged uncle and into the shadowy grasp of a mysterious phantom.

RATING: 4 STARS

REVIEW: 

Creepy, twisted, strange, but kinda hot. Who knew?!! Oh yea, ghostbusters, too. This book was enjoyable and very interesting. My rating based on the story alone- 5 stars, however, because of a few typing errors, my final rating is 4 stars. With that said, this book fully captivated my attention, and I will definitely take the time to read book two in this series. Recommended.

REVIEW: CROW (BOSTON UNDERWORLD BOOK 1) BY A. ZAVARELLI

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CROW (Boston Underworld Book 1) Kindle Edition by A. Zavarelli

He’s a killer. A mobster. 

The last man on earth I’d ever want to be with. I won’t lose my head just because he’s hot, Irish, and has a wicked accent to boot. 

He’s one of the only leads in my best friend’s disappearance, and I don’t trust him. 

So I’ve got a few rules in mind when it comes to dealing with Lachlan Crow. 

1. Keep a clear head and don’t get distracted. 
2. Do what’s necessary and never forget why you’re there. 
3. Never, and I mean never, fall for him. 

Fourth and final rule? 

Throw out the book altogether. Because the rules don’t apply when it comes to the Irish mafia. 

It was only supposed to be temporary, but now Lachlan thinks he owns me. He says he’s not letting me go. 

And I believe him. 

*** 
Lachlan. 

I don’t know who she is. I don’t know why she’s here. 

But if it’s my attention she wants, she has it. 

The Russians want her dead, and now it’s up to me to look out for her. This girl is trouble. A distraction I can’t afford. 

So why have I already decided she’s mine? 

I’ve claimed her and there’s no going back now. 

This is a full-length standalone novel full of hot Irish bad boys with accents. Steamy and dark mafia themes throughout. HEA included.

RATING: 4.5 STARS

THERESA'S REVIEW: I have been in a bit of a reading slump lately- just could not find anything to grab my attention for longer than the first few pages or chapter.

That is... until Crow came along.
I'm so happy to have finally finished a book lol. Loved it! Well-written and just the right mixture of elements to keep me interested so that I could blaze through the story. I love sassy characters, and Mackenzie is a spitfire- loved her character. If the F-bomb is offensive, then I wouldn't suggest reading this book hahaha. Mack sets out to find out what happened to her best friend by going undercover as a dancer at the club, but finds herself drawn to someone she'd least expect- & the steam rises between Mack (Butterfly) and Lachlan. This is my first book by this author, but I'm on board and eager to read more. Next...

REVIEW & Insta-FREEBIE: Combative by Jay McLean

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Combative (Combative Trilogy Book 1) Kindle Edition by Jay McLean

We all play victims to our pasts; to the choices we make and the lives we create. 
They define who we are. 
And sometimes if we're lucky enough, the past stays where it belongs: in the past. 
I'm not one of the lucky ones. 
I never have been. 
Because now the past is knocking on my door, offering deals I have no choice but to take… deals that will help bring justice—not just for me, but for my brothers. 


The problem? 
The deal is a ticking time bomb. 
One I didn't know existed. 

Tick. 
Tock.

HURRY AND GRAB YOUR COPY OF COMBATIVE WHILE YOU CAN THROUGH INSTAFREEBIE NOW!! 

THERESA'S RATING: 4 STARS
REVIEW: READ, ENJOYED, AND RECOMMEND GRABBING YOUR FREE COPY WHILE YOU STILL CAN!! If you enjoy mystery's that keep you guessing mixed with a bit of romance, then definitely give this one a try. (THAT'S CALLED A COLLEGE FINALS WEEK REVIEW!! LOL!) 
(ENOUGH SAID THOUGH!) :) 
I will read and review the second book sometime during the summer! Can't wait to start it because it's necessary! ;) 
ENJOY!! 

Review of Progress by Amalie Silver

Progress on Amazon

Progress Kindle Edition by Amalie Silver  (Author), Amy Jackson (Editor)

Jesse 

I admit, I didn’t think much of Charlie at first. She was rounder than the girls who usually caught my eye. Not my type. But when I saw her sitting in that booth alone, for the first time something in my mind or my instincts or my heart told me to join her. 

She defied me. 
She challenged me. 
She gave me hope. 
Before I knew it, moving forward was my only option. 

Charlie 

I couldn’t tell you when it happened, but it had to have been a gradual change; I never moved too quickly. 

If someone would have told me earlier that year what I was going to go through, I wouldn't have believed them. 

Jesse was so different from anyone I’d met before. And everyone I’ve met since. He sucked all the life out of me, in the best—and worst—ways. 

We don’t get strong overnight. For most of us it takes time. Strength isn’t measured by how high and fast our walls go up, but how easily we can watch them fall. 

This book contains material that might be a trigger for some readers. Abuse and rape are implied, but not described in detail. Discretion is advised.

RATING: 4.5 STARS

REVIEW: 
Unique, heart shattering, yet gripping opposites attract love story that is impossible to put down. Amalie Silver is a new to me author in 2016, and I will most definitely follow up with more books by this author. Loved this story! Highly recommended!

REVIEW: THE WRATH & THE DAWN BY RENEE AHDIEH

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THE WRATH & THE DAWN BY RENEE AHDIEH: 
FORMAT: HARDCOVER

One Life to One Dawn.

In a land ruled by a murderous boy-king, each dawn brings heartache to a new family. Khalid, the eighteen-year-old Caliph of Khorasan, is a monster. Each night he takes a new bride only to have a silk cord wrapped around her throat come morning. When sixteen-year-old Shahrzad's dearest friend falls victim to Khalid, Shahrzad vows vengeance and volunteers to be his next bride. Shahrzad is determined not only to stay alive, but to end the caliph's reign of terror once and for all.

Night after night, Shahrzad beguiles Khalid, weaving stories that enchant, ensuring her survival, though she knows each dawn could be her last. But something she never expected begins to happen: Khalid is nothing like what she'd imagined him to be. This monster is a boy with a tormented heart. Incredibly, Shahrzad finds herself falling in love. How is this possible? It's an unforgivable betrayal. Still, Shahrzad has come to understand all is not as it seems in this palace of marble and stone. She resolves to uncover whatever secrets lurk and, despite her love, be ready to take Khalid's life as retribution for the many lives he's stolen. Can their love survive this world of stories and secrets?

Inspired by A Thousand and One Nights, The Wrath and the Dawn is a sumptuous and enthralling read from beginning to end.   

Actual Rating: 4.25 stars
Theresa's Review: 
This is a fantastic start to a new duo/series and can't wait to get my hands on the next book.
My thoughts... this darn magic carpet needs to spring to life and deliver the second book to my doorstep already... like now, haha!
Excited for book two, and don't have too much to add that hasn't been said already. But, what I didn't like? It did seem to be missing a tiny bit of explanation in some plot areas, and I would have preferred a bit more action considering... However, this was a fantastic set-up, so if the author brings her game in the next book like I think she will... this will be a book duo that you will not want to miss out on. It's going to be EPIC! That cliff ending was sooo good! I believe that most of us will get what we want from book two. 
Loved this author's writing!
Also, I will agree with some reviewers by saying that fans of The winner's Curse trilogy will DEFINITELY enjoy this one. Sigh, is book two out yet!?!

Please Hurry! RECOMMENDED!

REVIEW: ***Keeley's Fight (Book 1 of The Protectors Series) by K.L Donn***

KEELEY'S FIGHT BY K.L. DONN:
Format: Ebook, 203 Pages.
Publication Date: August 5th, 2015
Heartache and betrayal are two things Keeley Stone is very familiar with. Born into a life she never wanted, betrayed by her own parents, she never saw a way out. Until one day, two men who know nothing of her or her life step up and protect her when she’s in need of a savior. 

Loyalty and respect are not just something earned for brothers Nathaniel and Tyler Maxwell, but a code they live by. A chance encounter with a gorgeous young woman has left them enthralled with her.

Can they convince her they’re worth fighting for? Or will she let demons of her past control her future? 

Note: This is a stand alone HEA M/F/M contemporary romance novel. There is no touching for titillation between brothers. 
This is a full length novel at 50000 words.

RATING: 4.25 STARS 
REVIEW: I loved this author's debut! This story really drew me in from the first page. I meant to only read a few pages before bed, but found myself 55% finished before my eyes were sagging and I simply couldn't continue anymore. Keeley's introduction was so heartbreaking. The author did a wonderful job making the reader understand Keeley's Fight, so it was easy to connect with Keeley and her story. Her parents were abusive, but Keeley's circumstances changed once she met the two brother's whom vowed to protect her. They both become her lovers.
If you like steamy reads, this author nailed it.
My only complaint is that I would have liked for the author to go into a little more depth in some areas to make this book longer (that is me being greedy, hahaha). However, this is a fast moving book that covers a lot of ground during these pages. I was happy for Keeley in the end, but sad that her story was over. I would love to read more about Keeley's character. I thought that this trilogy was going to be all about Keeley, but it's not. I was a bit sad about that, but now it makes sense why the book progressed and ended the way it did. I won this entire trilogy in a giveaway on Facebook, but that fact has not influenced my review in any way. Keeley's Fight is a unique story that I highly recommend! I have book two locked and loaded and can't wait to start it. 
This book is well-written and worth the time investment. Emotions run wild while reading this book! Probably not a book for sensitive readers in my opinion. However, if you are okay with sensitive topics that make some readers uncomfortable, I'd definitely recommend reading this one. This is a story about love, loss, and second chances. Most definitely a memorable debut from this author, so read it! This is my honest review of Keeley's Fight.

NOTE: THIS BOOK IS CURRENTLY FREE ON AMAZON! HURRY AND SCOOP IT UP! LINK TO KEELEY'S FIGHT AMAZON U.S. PROVIDED HERE: http://www.amazon.com/Keeleys-Fight-Protectors-Series-Book-ebook/dp/B012JQAKKW?ie=UTF8&ref_=cm_cr-mr-title

EMILY'S PROTECTORS BY K.L. DONN
BOOK 2 IN THE PROTECTORS SERIES

She was on the run. 

Emily Baxter has been running from a stalker determined to catch her. By chance she hears of Maxwell Secures and decides to fight one last time. Not realizing her biggest battle will be with herself. 

They were hired to protect her. 

Dane Johnston and Cooper Sheppard always knew they were meant to share a woman. They never anticipated the blond bombshell that was thrown their way. In need of protection, they jump at the chance to help. 

He wanted her for himself. 

Will they be able to protect Emily when she need’s it most? Or will her stalker finally get what he wants? 

***Warning: Contains some dark subject matter and graphic violence. Not intended for anyone under 18 years of age.
LINK ON AMAZON U.S.: http://www.amazon.com/Emilys-Protectors-The-Series-Book-ebook/dp/B017J55RBU/ref=pd_sim_351_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=51Fq41-npbL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_UX300_PJku-sticker-v3%2CTopRight%2C0%2C-44_OU01_AC_UL160_SR107%2C160_&refRID=1N400S7EEGHM7DHE3DG7

KENNEDY'S REDEMPTION BY K.L. DONN
BOOK 3 IN THE PROTECTORS SERIES

Sandy from Erotic Romance Book Blog with Sandy 
“IT BROKE MY HEART REPEATEDLY! Why would that be a good thing you may ask... because her characters shows the strength and resilience..." 

Kaci from She’s a Lip Bitter 
KL has a way of painting a picture that you feel like you're actually there with the characters, and this book is no different. This book is so emotional, so raw and so well written. 

Yaya from Sinful Swag and Sass! 
“Have you ever found yourself in a shade of darkness and you were just hoping that there was a glimpse of light? KL Donn made me feel the pain that Kennedy was feeling. 

Broken. Trapped. Alone. 

Kennedy Maxwell is running from demons haunting her soul. Left to fight alone, she’s soon lost to the monsters in her head. 

Fighting. Searching. They won’t back down. 

Twins; Creedence and Lincoln Black have finally found the one thing they’ve been searching for, only to lose her in the blink of an eye. 

When they find her again will she be as lost and alone as before? 

Or can they help her find her redemption? 

Three lost souls fighting to become one. 

**WARNING** 
Contents include one broken woman fighting to find her spark, insta-love, and men who can heal her through love. You've been warned. 
This book contains dark subject matter, graphic violence and may be a trigger for victims of violence. Not intended for readers under 18. 
LINK ON AMAZON U.S.: http://www.amazon.com/Kennedys-Redemption-Protectors-Book-3-ebook/dp/B01BULRKVO/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8