I always have a little harder time rating short novellas. It always seems like there should be "more". I am giving Dirty Thirty a 4 based on the fact I always have a little harder time rating short novellas. It always seems like there should be "more". I am giving Dirty Thirty a 4 based on the fact that it delivers exactly what it promises - a HOT, erotic, extremely sexual story about a man getting to play out his darkest "dirty little secret" for his 30th birthday - courtesy of his wife. Wowza! This one is hot!
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I always have a little harder time rating short novellas. It always seems like there should be "more". I am giving Dirty Thirty a 4 based on the fact that it delivers exactly what it promises - a HOT, erotic, extremely sexual story about a man getting to play out his darkest "dirty little secret" for his 30th birthday - courtesy of his wife. Wowza! This one is hot!...more
FIND HER ALIVE is Josie Quinn #8 and another great addition to this highly addictive series! When Josie's sister Trinity goes missing, it's up to her FIND HER ALIVE is Josie Quinn #8 and another great addition to this highly addictive series! When Josie's sister Trinity goes missing, it's up to her to draw a serial killer's attention to her in an effort to draw him/her out before it's too late. Failure is not an option! Highly recommended!...more
3.5 stars - A really good read . . . just what I needed at this time. They say opposites attract and sometimes that's true. Adam arrives in Sacramento 3.5 stars - A really good read . . . just what I needed at this time. They say opposites attract and sometimes that's true. Adam arrives in Sacramento on a bus after leaving his broken-down car on the side of the road. He's dark and damaged, toting painful remnants of his past - out of luck, hope, and money. He walks into a crowded, understaffed candy store and is hired on the spot. Finn is delivering sandwiches to the candy store when he first sees and is attracted to Adam. Finn is light, sweet, and so full of life . . . radiating hope and love with an air of innocence. Candy Man is their story. It's an endearing, low-angst, heartfelt journey - one that speaks of letting go of the past and being brave enough to trust and dare hope for a better future. It's sweet, funny, and so heart-touching . . . and HOT! Did I mention hot m/m love scenes? A Must Read!
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3.5 stars - A really good read . . . just what I needed at this time. They say opposites attract and sometimes that's true. Adam arrives in Sacramento on a bus after leaving his broken-down car on the side of the road. He's dark and damaged, toting painful remnants of his past - out of luck, hope, and money. He walks into a crowded, understaffed candy store and is hired on the spot. Finn is delivering sandwiches to the candy store when he first sees and is attracted to Adam. Finn is light, sweet, and so full of life . . . radiating hope and love with an air of innocence. Candy Man is their story. It's an endearing, low-angst, heartfelt journey - one that speaks of letting go of the past and being brave enough to trust and dare hope for a better future. It's sweet, funny, and so heart-touching . . . and HOT! Did I mention hot m/m love scenes? A Must Read!...more
This is my first read by Cathryn Fox, and I must say while this may be a novella, it sizzles with action, sex, and romance. The depth of the plot lineThis is my first read by Cathryn Fox, and I must say while this may be a novella, it sizzles with action, sex, and romance. The depth of the plot line is surprising given the short length of the story. And yet, I was left completely satisfied with the character development and couldn't help falling in love with Coop and Julia as they stumbled their way into love.
After a night of drinking, three friends - Coop, Jag, & Mac - decide it would be a good idea to invite the ones that got away down to their dude ranch for a week to see if sparks would fly or sizzle out. Chase Cooper sent an invitation to his gal friend from high school - a girl named Mia whose twin sister was Coop's secret crush. When the invitation arrives, it's Julia who receives it. Having no idea who it's from, she decides on a whim to show up in her sister's place. As she walks off the plane, she is shocked to see Coop waiting. The truth is - she's always had a crush on him too. And so their story begins.
The next week is spent getting to know each other - both in and out of bed. It's obvious they are sexually compatible, but Julia wants someone to want HER, not her sister. Coop is looking for a permanent relationship, and he believes he's found it in Julia. But mishaps, misunderstandings, and secrets threatened to destroy the relationship before it gets off the ground. Can Coop convince Julia that she's the one he wants in only a week? Is it too late to catch the one that got away?
Slow Ride is a sweet, sinfully sexy story about second chance romances. It's well written and flows beautifully. If you like your cowboys smokin' hot & all kinds of trouble and your sex all over the place, this is the book for you! Sweet, erotic, sizzlin' hot . . . A Must Read!
*Many thanks to Entangled Publishing for this ARC via Netgally.
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This is my first read by Cathryn Fox, and I must say while this may be a novella, it sizzles with action, sex, and romance. The depth of the plot line is surprising given the short length of the story. And yet, I was left completely satisfied with the character development and couldn't help falling in love with Coop and Julia as they stumbled their way into love.
After a night of drinking, three friends - Coop, Jag, & Mac - decide it would be a good idea to invite the ones that got away down to their dude ranch for a week to see if sparks would fly or sizzle out. Chase Cooper sent an invitation to his gal friend from high school - a girl named Mia whose twin sister was Coop's secret crush. When the invitation arrives, it's Julia who receives it. Having no idea who it's from, she decides on a whim to show up in her sister's place. As she walks off the plane, she is shocked to see Coop waiting. The truth is - she's always had a crush on him too. And so their story begins.
The next week is spent getting to know each other - both in and out of bed. It's obvious they are sexually compatible, but Julia wants someone to want HER, not her sister. Coop is looking for a permanent relationship, and he believes he's found it in Julia. But mishaps, misunderstandings, and secrets threatened to destroy the relationship before it gets off the ground. Can Coop convince Julia that she's the one he wants in only a week? Is it too late to catch the one that got away?
Slow Ride is a sweet, sinfully sexy story about second chance romances. It's well written and flows beautifully. If you like your cowboys smokin' hot & all kinds of trouble and your sex all over the place, this is the book for you! Sweet, erotic, sizzlin' hot . . . A Must Read!
*Many thanks to Entangled Publishing for this ARC via Netgally....more
DOG DAY AFTERNOON is the twenty-ninth book in the Andy Carpenter series. For long time fans of the series, each book feels like a good old-fashion homDOG DAY AFTERNOON is the twenty-ninth book in the Andy Carpenter series. For long time fans of the series, each book feels like a good old-fashion homecoming with lots of hugs, laughter and catching up on the latest family gossip. Series regulars - Marcus, Corey, Laurie, Sam, Eddie, Eli, Hilda, and the dogs - appear in significant roles in each book, working together like a well-oiled machine. And yet, for new readers to the series, each book stands alone with just enough background included to welcome you into the fold where you’ll enjoy a remarkable story. Chances are, once you read one, you'll join the fan club and come back for more.
A mass shooting at a law firm leaves six dead with two eyewitnesses making reluctant accusations against a fellow, well-liked employee, Nick Winter. The fact that Nick disappeared for several days during the time of the murders adds fuel to the prosecutor’s case against him. Marcus is a mentor to Nick and firmly declares his innocence to Andy as he asks Andy to defend him. It's well known that Andy’s a wealthy retired lawyer trying, with little luck, to remain retired and that he finds it impossible to turn down requests to take on cases when he believes the person is falsely accused - and therein lies the problem with Nick's case. Andy doesn't believe he has a snowball chance in the down yonder of proving Nick's innocence, but unable to refuse Marcus, he caves and accepts the case. With a lack of evidence to exonerate his client, Andy knows the only way to prove his innocence is to find the real killer, so Andy calls in his team and with Nick's court date looming closer, they roll up their sleeves, put on their detective hats and go in search of the truth.
Author David Rosenfelt's ability to continuously render fresh, engaging plot lines with complex cases, engaging characters and hilarious dialogue in fast-paced whodunnit's is a testament to his amazing ability as a storyteller. DOG DAY AFTERNOON is a delightful addition to the series with a heavy dose of courtroom drama, fraud, conspiracy, laugh aloud banter, family and lovable dogs to fawn over. Andy's long walks and talks with one of his dogs, Tara, are not to be missed nor are his visits to the dog rescue organization he started, Tara's Foundation.
DOG DAY AFTERNOON is a riveting, engrossing mystery with an abundance of heart. While there's a big side of lighthearted fun and humor woven throughout, to mistake this book and series for anything less than a tautly plotted, beautifully written mystery with an intriguing, complex murder mystery to be solved would be a mistake. Being a huge fan of audiobooks, I jumped at the chance to listen to this one. As always, narrator Grover Gardner gives a killer performance as he lends his voice to this iconic cast. In my eyes and ears, he IS Andy Carpenter!
DOG DAY AFTERNOON is a highly addictive, immersive mystery that's impossible to put down once you begin. Fans of mysteries and courtroom dramas will enjoy this one. Many thanks to Minotaur Books & MacMillan Audio for an audiobook arc of this title. All opinions expressed are my own. This review first appeared in Mystery & Suspense Magazine and is also available on my blog Cross My Heart Reviews. ...more
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