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Friday, March 25, 2016

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

Thursday, March 10, 2016

REVIEW: COME (A NOVELLA) BY JA HUSS

THIS IS BOOK ONE OF A SERIES.
THIS IS A NOVELLA.
 
YOU WILL GET MORE QUESTIONS THAN ANSWERS IN THIS BOOK.
IF YOU HATE THAT - SKIP THIS WHOLE SERIES COMPLETELY.
 
(It's twisty, complicated, dark, dirty, and ALL the main characters are killers.)

My name is James Fenici and you will never see me coming. I walk the shadows like darkness itself. I hide in the corners where nobody looks. I live by no rules, I have no boundaries, I take no prisoners, and I never, ever blink. I am not your knight in shining armor; I'm your worst nightmare.

My name is James Fenici and you are my target. Only one of us is getting out alive, and that's not gonna be you. Once your name is on my list, your life is over. It's a deal I make with death, it's a contract I sign in blood, it's forgone conclusion--get used to it.

My name is James Fenici and I'm as dirty as they come. But then one day I saw her. And every monster I thought I was. Every fact I thought I knew. Every dirty promise I ever turned down came back to slap me in the face.

My name is James Fenici and I think I am in love.



RATING: 5 STARS
REVIEW: Now this is exciting! I just read this book in one sitting. Only meant to read a few pages and two hours later the entire novella is complete, and I'm hooked. I need the next book right now. 
I absolutely love the mystery of not knowing what's going on in this book right now. 
MUST FIND OUT! :) 
J.A. Huss, pretty sure that means that you own me right now haha. ;) 

This was the perfect book to pick up next after reading 18. I'm excited to see where this series is headed. I'm loving this author! <3
Most Definitely Recommended! 

REVIEW: Bait & Switch (Alphas Undone #1) by Kendall Ryan

Bait & Switch (Alphas Undone #1)

              by 
One man. Two women. This is going to get messy. 
Love is a trap, a trick only other people fall for. Former Navy SEAL Nolan has no such illusions. The only things real in his life are his beloved bulldog and the two women who regularly share his bed. One is light soft, innocent, and tender touches. The other is dark and gives him all of the wicked things he craves behind closed doors. It's not cheating when each is aware of the other. But when he begins to feel much more than he ever bargained for, the order of his carefully crafted world is shaken, and he stands to lose everything. 
Nolan thinks we met by chance. We didn't. I sought him out, seduced him, and in return got the sanctuary I needed to survive. But now, impossibly, I've fallen in love with him. I don't care that he has another lover, because when he finds out who I am, it's going to ruin any chance I ever had with him anyway. She's the least of my worries. 
BAIT & SWITCH is the first book in a new contemporary romance series called Alphas Undone, which will each feature a new couple."

MY RATING: 3 STARS
MY REVIEW:
 
This is my first book by this author and I'll definitely try another by her. The book was well written and interesting enough to keep plugging away. However, this book had some elements to it that could have made this easily a five star book for me, but those parts fell short for my personal taste. I would have loved to have more suspense in this book because it was a great story. 

I did read the authors note at the end of the book that stated that she had intentionally wrote the book the way she did for specific reasons, so I can't be too critical about that. With that being said, I'd still recommend this book and certainly enjoyed it. I will try another book or two by this author before drawing any final conclusions. 


If you're looking for a good quick steamy read, or if you're not big on suspense, then I'd go for it. I cannot conclude that this is a mind-blowing read, but it is a good book.