Book Reviews by duelalias

This is steamy and a little twisted. Drama, cruelty and control are the name of the game for Barry. Becca is forced into a marriage with Barry to save her father, Barry just wants to make her miserable. Derek, Barry's son, finds himself immediately attracted to his stepmom. But that's fine with her because she's attracted to him also. Sparks fly from everywhere. And then it gets even better. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is a touching and dramatic and powerful story. The storyline is intriguing and suspenseful. The characters are fascinating. Luke and Ashlyn meet at a homeless shelter. Luke is there recovering from a trauma, Ashlyn is there filling in for an employee. Their story starts off as sweet and romantic, but there are some twists that make it tragically heartbreaking. It's hard to explain how good this book is without giving any spoilers, but it is a book that belongs on your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion of it.

I love the storyline of this book, it's a nice twist. The story is romantic, sweet and entertaining. Bryan and Anna make a charming love struck couple. Duke Benjamin is weird and creepy, and a bit stupid. Sometimes the writing is not all that smooth, and Anna is somewhat immature. But I am as well so it didn't bother me, other people might find so. It's just a very unique story that is very entertaining and fun. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is a dramatic and engrossing story. Matt is a nice guy, but oblivious to some things. Rowan is a sweet girl who is lost. The families of these two people are so dysfunctional it's a miracle they've grown up to be sane and responsible. This is such a touching story, I loved it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from LibraryThing. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is romantic, full of drama and captivating. The storyline is suspenseful and exciting, the characters are interesting. Duncan is amusing and charming and sweet. Kila is strong and gentle and laid back. I was completely engrossed in the story from the beginning.

This is absolutely captivating. Matt is funny, sweet and charming. Vivienne is spunky, amusing and a bit hyper. Their story starts off sadly but romantically and progresses to something healing and powerful. I love the storyline and the dynamics between the characters. It's a well written, brilliant story tha needs to be added to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is an entertaining second chance love story. The characters are likable and interesting, the storyline is full of heartbreak. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Exclusive ARC. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is an intriguing and engrossing story, full of drama, mystery and suspense. The characters are interesting, complex and intense. The storyline is tragic and suspenseful. Evan is tough but broken in spirit. Harlan is determined, hard and stubborn. There are so many ups and downs and twists that you interested in finding out the truth. I enjoyed reading it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Exclusive ARC. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is a wild story. The storyline between Raleigh and Jordan is dramatic, romantic, sweet and entertaining. The storyline between Jordan and Kelsey is horrifying. As a whole the book is intriguing, Raleigh and Jordan are fascinating characters and I found myself completely engrossed in it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is a bizarre story with unforgivable characters. Plus they take stupidity to a whole new level. Gia is weak and brainless, I have zero sympathy for her, but it's like watching a train wreck, you can't turn away from it. Ryker and Damien are so beyond crazy, stupid dirtbags. If the characters were more likable, this would be a great sci-fi story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is romantic and entertaining. Alex is insecure, but determined to be the best Duke he can be. At least until his brother, hopefully, comes home and returns to doing the actual running of the estate. Haley just came to England to see the art. She gets caught up in her uncle's mess and needs to hide. So she does so at Alex's castle. Then things get really confusing and dramatic. This has a great storyline and characters you either love or hate, there's nit really any middle ground with them. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is a romantic, amusing and captivating story. Susanna is a very sympathetic character, the underdog you can't help but root for, someone who only wants to be loved. Justin is a sweet, charming and determined gentleman who refuses to stop trying to better himself, much to his belligerent father's disgust. These two characters are so perfect together, like they are their other halves. It's a very enjoyable story, they are so fun together that I could keep reading about them for a long time. This is a must add to your TBR list.

This is a gripping saga of love, war and tragedy. It's an intriguing love story intertwined with a lot of history. There is so much tragedy and angst for both Cordia and Will that the few stolen moments they have are all that much sweeter for them. The horror of the war comes to life through descriptions of battles and their consequences. It's captivating storyline and array of characters are well written and developed. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Reading Deals. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is a intriguing and captivating story. Both Greyson and Daya have very unusual families that leave them scarred. The end results of those relationships are mind boggling. Greyson and Daya both have very intense personalities, he's an extrovert and she's a serious introvert, and what started as sexting between the two is what drew them together. But then he wants more, but she can't do it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Exclusive ARC. This is my honest opinion of it.

This sexy, hot and dirty. It's entertaining and sort of sweet. Flint is a romantic at heart, and charming too. Tiffany is a spoiled brat who quickly loses the spoiled attitude after getting Flint. This short but a great read. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest opinion of it.

This has 2 storylines, one is sad but hopeful, the other is hopeful and amusing. Emily is an uptight and an entertaining klutz. Stone is closed off to people, especially women, but nice guy underneath it all. The two of them dancing around each other makes for some really funny stuff. On the other hand Molly situation is far from funny. They all have family issues that made them the people they are. It's an interesting book that I enjoyed reading. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author.

Wow. This is an amazing story. The tears and drama and love and friendship and mostly the secret. It's a very sweet coming of age love story with a huge dose of mystery. Cutler is charmingly sweet with a great sense of honor for a young man. Cassie is like a butterfly coming out of it's cocoon, learning how to live her life and find happiness after years of caring for her ill mother. I couldn't put this down until I found out the secret and the story behind it. Even if you don't normally read NA stories, this one is so worth your time. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is the beginning of a very interesting saga. I read book 2 first, which was a little better than this, but this sets up the background of the storyline. Chase is a man obsessed with his business, and getting rid of the Morgan Ranch, when he comes home for the first time in years. January is on the ranch helping Ruth Morgan run the it, and writing her thesis. Them being at odds over what is to become of the ranch, while fighting their attraction, makes for some dramatic and entertaining scenes. A lot of background is revealed in this book, but not all of the mysteries. You don't have to read this first to enjoy book 2, but it makes for a more complete story. And you miss out on Chase becoming human again. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is a great story, full of love and life and drama. There is romance, suspense and hope. Blue is not your typical Marine, he's softer, more easy going. He is a captivating and charming, a gentleman through and through. Jenna is sweet and has a big heart, but low self-esteem. There is so much going on in the storyline, so many good stories tied together. I enjoyed this book immensely and highly recommend it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest opinion of it.

This is romantic, suspenseful, dramatic and full of intrigue. Jake is an equal mix of cowboy and nerd. He's a gentleman tough guy. Cat is brave, sometimes strong and has a sassy mouth. Cat finding her father doesn't start off well, he and one if her brothers are real losers. This is a captivating story that pulls at your heartstrings. It's well written with plenty of twists.

This is entertaining and romantic, the characters are unique and the storyline is enjoyable. It can be wordy at times, but it doesn't affect the flow of the story. Cart is amusing and charming, but a wuss. He's adorably insecure about himself, and abrupt when he gets nervous. Jude is is brave, strong and naive. I like these two as a couple, they give each other the confidence they need. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion of it.

For a guy who started out as such a jerk, Luke turned into a real nice guy, a frustrated one, but still a great guy. Brooke having mixed feelings about Luke makes for a strange relationship, but a real friendship built on love was started. It's a sweet, romantic story that makes you feel good. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion.

This is a very amusing and captivating story. Full of intrigue, mystery, drama, sweetness and a lot of laughs, it's entertaining and hard to put down. John is snarky, charming, funny and interesting. Jane is a bit of a flake, she rambles when she's nervous, but she's also intelligent and entertaining. The storyline is dramatic, the supporting characters and real characters, good, bad and fun. This is another winner by Kasey. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion.

This is an emotionally charged, steamy story. It's romantic, sexy, dramatic, captivating and amusing. Noah is damaged rock star, but has a soft heart underneath his tough guy persona. Jen is a composer who has low self esteem, but has a determination to live her dream. When Noah is forced to work with Jen, who idolizes him, the sparks fly. The more Jen digs, the more Noah rebels against her. It's entertaining to see how their relationship progresses, more so when the other band members egg Noah on. I enjoyed reading this and would love to read stories about Cameron and Damian. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion on it.

This is steamy, dramatic, amusing and romantic. The storyline is entertaining and the characters are interesting. Alana decides to cut loose on New Year's Eve and have her first one night stand. Cole has trust issues and only does one night stands. Neither ends up wanting things to end after one night, but it turns out that Cole is her brother's best friend, and Javi doesn't think Cole is good enough for his sister. But Cole and Alana are perfect for each other. It's very sweet to watch them fall in love. I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest opinion.

This is a steamy, intense and dramatic story. Ethan and Jessica met at his BDSM club one night and then began seeing each other on a regular basis. A few months later Jessica's crazy, obsessive ex-husband shows up and starts trouble. Ethan takes Jessica home afterwards to keep her safe, and turns into the most charismatic and charming man ever. Unfortunately the trouble has only started. The book starts off a bit slow, but it quickly picks up and gets exciting. I received a free copy of this book from Exclusive ARC. This is my honest opinion of this book.

This is amusing, captivating, entertaining and enjoyable. Rose is excitable and naive. Kit is charming and amusing. The two start as friends, because Rose doesn't want a commoner she wants a title. Kit wants Rose, but needs a Royal appointment to elevate his rank so she'll consider him. Both go through their own trials to get what they want. This is a wonderful addition to the series and a very enjoyable story. I received a free copy of this book from the author. This is my honest opinion.

This is a captivating and entertaining story. It's has drama, action, humor and romance. It has a few twists too. Electra and Emily take things rather well and adapt. Roger and Oliver have hit one adversity after another. I liked that even the antagonists were actually very nice guys. I love time travel romances and this didn't disappoint. I received a free copy of this book from Candid Book Reviews. This is my honest opinion.

This is a very emotional story, especially if you're a Beatles fan. Ellen leads a very disheartening life. One sad episode with a man after another. Mixed in with the timeline of The Beatles and John's murder, we see how the music and lives of the Fab Four influenced and affected her, and others. Even mentioning Stu and Pete shows the depth of interest in the band. The end of the book is very bittersweet, and very touching. It's a great read for people who are Beatles fans and those who aren't. I received a free copy of this book from Reading Deals Review Club. This is my honest opinion.

This is a captivating twist of two fairytales. Scarlett Ridinghood is due to go into the Forbidden Forest be killed by her wolf, but before he can get to her, her best friend Beauty walks into the Forest and Scarlett decides she must find her. Beauty finds herself locked into a beasts castle. On the way to save Beauty, Scarlett and Rhys, who is her wolf, befriend each other and Scarlett wanders through Wonderland. This is an intriguing new tale that captures your your imagination. It is a very interesting read. I received a free copy of this book from LibraryThing. This is my honest opinion.

This is a dramatic, disturbing and sad saga. The storyline is tragic and the characters are extremely varied. I didn't much like Pride, he was an arrogant jerk one minute, then suddenly he was Mr. Nice Guy. But Mr. Nice Guy only lasted about 5 minutes. Kate is an emotional wreck throughout the entire story, with periods of calm. They were both like Jekyll and Hyde, but rarely the same one at the same time. Some stuff is really twisted and some is captivating. If you like rollercoasters, open the book and hang on. I received a free copy of this book from ebookdiscovery, and this is my opinion of the book.

These characters are all a little crazy. Kat goes from being divorced for two months to seriously considering a marriage proposal from a guy on their second date. Mark apparently has issues, but their never explained. He comes across as more than just immature, he's not all there. And Anthony? He's just plain creepy. The storyline is intriguing and entertaining, the end is rather cute. I received a free copy of this book from the author.

I received a free copy of this book from the author. This is dramatic, amusing, romantic and sweet. Sean starts out being a jerk, but eventually he becomes a charming, amusing and very likable. Alyssa is vulnerable and has low self esteem, until she meets Sean, then she blossoms into a happy and confident woman. The storyline is heartwarming and entertaining. It's a thoroughly enjoyable book.

I was gifted a copy of this book from the author. This is another great story from Em. It's captivating, exciting and entertaining. The storyline is bittersweet, the characters are amusing. Syd and Maddox are like magnets, one minute Maddox is pulling Syd to him, the next he's pushing her away. But growling at the guys when they just looked at her. I thoroughly enjoyed this story.

I was gifted a copy of this book from the author. This is dramatic, romantic, disturbing, dark and twisted. It is disgusting that this stuff actually happens. Elena is broken but not beaten, but she is very vulnerable. Dax is tough and determined, but also sweet and naive. The storyline is sad, the characters are either heroes or vile slugs. Dax rescuing Elena and the aftermath are extremely satisfying, as is the last time they see Roman. So while the subject matter is disturbing, it's a very good story.

I received a free copy of this book from Dad Boy Updates. This is a sweet, romantic love at first sight story. Jared is a sweetheart and gentleman, he's charming, romantic and engaging. Carina is entertaining and amusing. The storyline is intriguing and fun. The end was so cute and romantic. I really enjoyed reading this.

I was gifted a copy of this book from the author. This is the beginning of a great series. It's well written, powerful, suspenseful and dramatic. The storyline is intense and engrossing, it's hard to put this book down. The main character, Ivy is strong , determined and interesting. This is a must for your TBR list.

I gifted a copy of this book by the author. This is dramatic, engrossing, steamy and somewhat disturbing. I like Alex, he's a nice guy who has a painful past. I liked seeing the changes in him that Krystina brought about. I have mixed feelings about Krystina. I like her, but I don't like that she falls in line with Alex so easily after being in an abusive relationship. This is a good story and I got involved with the characters so much that I can't wait to read the next book.

I received a free copy of this book from the author. This is my opinion. This is a well written, romantic, dramatic and entertaining story. It's also very sweet. Tristan, Matt and Cait are friends who live together, work together and have a special bond before sex is introduced to the relationship. Tristan and Matt secretly turn to each other because they can't have the girl they both want, Cait, until she catches them having sex. She's a virgin, until the weekend they go to the cabin. This story is engrossing and enjoyable. It's more about love than sex.

This is very entertaining. Andrew is eye rolling amusing, a spoiled boy who gets angry at his actions. Courtney is tough and determined, except where Andrew is concerned. I really liked Marcus, he is very charming and likable. This is short, but it's a great book to read in one sitting. I received a free copy of this book from the author. The review is my honest opinion.

This is a rollercoaster love story full of drama, romance, heartache, betrayal and suspense. It's captivating and engrossing and entertaining. The twists and turns that Jamie and Charity face make for a gripping tale that once started, must be finished quickly. The storyline and characters are intriguing and rich. This is a must add to your TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from ebookdiscovery. It is my own opinion.

I received a free copy of this book from the Authors Cross-Promotion. Dodge has never seen so much drama without a gun fight. Noah and Sadie are really bad at being in love. Not only do they not trust each other, they also don't trust themselves. The storyline of the book is both charming and dark, it reminds you that we're lucky to be living now instead of then. The characters are fascinating, entertaining, and intense. Bat is my favorite, has a dry, wicked sense of humor. The story gets a little frustrating, but it's a very good story.

I received a free copy of this book from the Authors Cross-Promotion. This story is full of adventure, drama, romance, heartache and history. The characters are captivating and intriguing, the storylines are fascinating and entertaining. I really enjoyed this book, it is a bittersweet tale of life on the Oregon Trail and the western frontier. This is my honest opinion of this book.

This is well written and captivating. I love everything about Oliver and Sarah, until their honeymoon, then Oliver turns into a spineless coward. The end was nice and very satisfying. Sarah is very sweet, quiet and real. Oliver is a man who has been belittled his whole life and believes he's not good enough to be the Duke. They are so perfect for each other. I can't wait to read the next book in this series.

I received a free copy of this book from ebookdiscovery. This has well written and intriguing storyline. It's full of adventure, drama, mystery, suspense, love and betrayal. The characters and interesting and captivating. Rand is laid back and charming with a good sense of humor. Claire is confident and entertaining. The two make a powerful team, they complement each other and together become complete. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to the next book in this series.

I received a free copy of this book from the author. Lila is one of my favorite authors, she writes brilliant stories with fascinating characters. This is a sweet, sexy and amusing story. Joseph is a lovable reformed jerk who falls in love with a woman who hates him by writing to her using his brothers name. Emilie has been a recluse for 10 years because of Joseph and his friends. When they meet at a party, Emilie believes Joseph is Vincent and they become close. It's amusing what Joseph goes through to avoid being caught. This is a must add to your TBR list, it's so adorably sweet.

I received a free copy of this book from LibraryThing. This is an engaging story that has drama, suspense and romance. Karin is a con artist who finally escapes the man who has been physically and emotionally abusing her since she was a child. Dave is a private security guy with issues from his childhood who is trying to catch a child killer. After their paths cross, they not only fall in love, they begin to help each other heal. This is an intriguing story, and the characters are fascinating. I loved reading every page.