Sunday, May 23, 2021

 

The Therapist by B.A. Paris

This is an mystery suspense novel (PG)

♥♥♥
(Three Will hearts)



Blurb....

 

When Alice and Leo move into a newly renovated house in The Circle, a gated community of exclusive houses, it is everything they’ve dreamed of. But appearances can be deceptive…

As Alice is getting to know her neighbours, she discovers a devastating secret about her new home, and begins to feel a strong connection with Nina, the therapist who lived there before.

Alice becomes obsessed with trying to piece together what happened two years before. But no one wants to talk about it. Her neighbors are keeping secrets and things are not as perfect as they seem…

The multimillion-copy New York Times bestselling author B.A. Paris returns to her heartland of gripping psychological suspense in The Therapist--a powerful tale of a house that holds a shocking secret.


My Review

So...
I've enjoyed this author's books, but this one was a slight miss for me. If not for the fact that I got an advanced audio copy, I would have given up early as the story was far too slow to be a thriller. It read more like dry chick-lit. Alice just wasn't a compelling character to keep up the story.

Though at some point, it did pick up. I can't say when. However, most of the twists that came late in the story, I guessed. The only one, a certain secret, was lost to me. Probably because I was never invested in that character.

I will admit, early on, I suspected everyone until it was obvious who it was--before the reveal that is.

One small complaint--I thought for sure UKers were more into tea than coffee. Maybe that's changed or I'm just not well informed as I'm not a UKer. But it struck me as odd that everyone was going on about coffee and not tea. Hmmm

Overall, I can't say it was a bad read (or listen). I've certainly endured worse. This just isn't my favorite from this author and it happens.

If you enjoy mild suspense and this author--I say give it a go. You might really enjoy this one.

Thank you St. Martin's Press for the Advanced Copy.

My book boyfriend--Will 

 

Saturday, April 24, 2021

KING ME IS LIVE





Title: King Me
Series: King Me Duet #1
Author: Terri E. Laine
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: April 25, 2021


BLURB

Him
I’ve got one mission.
To have the man that fathered me, King Me as his.
I deserve the billions as much as my legitimate brothers do.
But I’m thrown off that pursuit by a pint-sized woman who saves lives as a career.
By contrast, my job during many combat missions has been to take them.
We are too different.
Yet, she’s a beautiful distraction I can't seem to give up.
I’ve made the mistake of falling in love before.
I won’t do it again.
When I’m forced to choose between becoming a King and saving her life—
The choice is simple.









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EXCERPT

“Are we really going to do this?” I asked.
He folded his arms and leaned on the wall to mirror me. “Do what?”
“Go on a double date?”
“Why not?”
I opened and closed my mouth like a fish because I couldn’t think of what to say for a second. “I don’t know. Like wouldn’t it be weird?”
“We’re friends, right?”
I nodded.
“Then I’ll be your wingman and you can be mine.”
I eyed him like he was crazy. “I bet you don’t even know that nurse’s name.”
“As my wingman, you can find out.”
I gaped, which I was doing a lot of. “And what else would you like me to find out? Like, if she wants to marry you and have your babies?”
He pointed at me. “Exactly. That would mean I should stay far away from that craziness.”
I giggled as I spoke. “I can’t believe you’re serious.”
“I told you I was no prince.”
“That’s what this is really about, isn’t it? You want me to think you’re an asshole?”
“No. I could do the same for you. While we’re out, I’ll let you know if he wants to marry you and have you be the mother of his babies.”
I let my hands fall to my sides, exasperated. “And that’s a bad thing?”
“Not for you. That’s a good thing. Like if you told me that nurse just wanted to bang me, that would be a green light for me. Whereas, if I told you the love doctor just wanted to bang you, that would be a red flag.”
I pressed fingers to my temple. “I hate to admit there is some logic in what you said.”
He flashed me a smile with that dimple on full force. “It will be fun.”
“I think you’re crazy.”
“And you love it,” he said.
I hesitated to speak because I didn’t want to think about the word ‘love’ as I fell harder for this man.








COMING SOON


Releasing May 2

AMAZON US / UK / CA / AU






AUTHOR BIO

Terri E. Laine, USA Today bestselling author, left a lucrative career as a CPA to pursue her love for writing. Outside of her roles as a wife and mother of three, she’s always been a dreamer and as such became an avid reader at a young age.

Many years later, she got a crazy idea to write a novel and set out to try to publish it. With over a dozen titles published under various pen names, the rest is history. Her journey has been a blessing, and a dream realized. She looks forward to many more memories to come.

You can find more about her books at www.terrielaine.com.



Sunday, November 1, 2020

 



RELEASE BLITZ
Title: Arrogant Savior
A Cocky Hero Club Novel
Author: Terri E. Laine
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: November 1, 2020
 
Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward are excited to bring you the Cocky Hero Club: original works from various authors inspired by Keeland and Ward's New York Times bestselling Cocky Bastard series.
 
 
BLURB
 
A last-minute trip puts me face to face with the most arrogant man I’ve ever met.
The pilot.
Grant King maybe hot as all get out, but he’s a grade A jackass.
Before I even board the chartered flight, his irritating and judgmental comments make me want to throttle him;
Bringing out my snarky side.
Only what was supposed to be a five-hour trip turns into my worst nightmare.
The last thing I want to do is spend anymore time with the gorgeous jerk.
But weather forces us to land in a small town I’ve never heard of.
One night in a rustic cabin is far too much, add in a road trip and interstate highway shut down,
And we’re put in close quarters one too many times that sparks heat between us.
By the time we part ways, I’m on the fence about never seeing him again.
What I don’t expect on my first day back as a flight attendant is to meet the new pilot.
Grant King.
The universe is against me.
I’m determined not to fall for his charms and be another notch on his bedpost.
He, on the other hand, sees things differently.
Though I might protest, our ending is one I don’t see coming.
 
 
GOODREADS LINK: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52116455-arrogant-savior
 
 
PURCHASE LINKS
 
US: https://amzn.to/2FU0Du6
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Free in Kindle Unlimited
 
ALSO AVAILABLE IN AUDIO: https://amzn.to/3oHuSWH
 
 
SEE ALL THE NOVEMBER RELEASES HERE: http://www.cockyheroclub.com
 
 
AUTHOR BIO

Terri E. Laine is a USA Today Bestselling author with twenty plus titles to her name. She left a career as a CPA to pursue a dream in writing. She lives in Maryland with her husband, three kids, two cats and a dog and somehow still manages to be an avid reader.
 
Find more about her at www.terrielaine.com
 
 
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Website: https://terrielaine.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TerriELaineAuthor
Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/TerriELaineBooks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TerriLaineBooks
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Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Terri-E.-Laine/e/B017GNRMFO
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/terri-e-laine
 
 
COCKY HERO CLUB
 
Website: http://www.cockyheroclub.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Cocky-Hero-Club-102502878079517
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CockyHeroClub
Mailing List: http://www.cockyheroclub.com/join-our-mailing-list.html
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Sunday, September 23, 2018

Craving Dragonflies is LIVE




Title: Craving Dragonflies
Series: Chasing Butterflies #4
Author: Terri E. Laine
Genre: New Adult/College Sports Romance
Release Date: September 23, 2018



Blurb

One of us is innocent and the other far from it.

College senior Willow Young has two goals this year: to graduate and lose her v-card. The first seems easy and the second almost impossible. Guys don’t notice her when Celeste, her roommate and step-sister, is considered the hottest girl on campus. When Ashton Westborough, a gorgeous football player, comes to her rescue in more ways than one, she stupidly falls hard for him even though the walls to his heart are impenetrable.

When they end up in his room... his bed, he is powerless to stop what happens next.

Ashton has no intention of playing professional football after graduation no matter how good he is. Though he has no idea where the future will lead him, anywhere is better than the shitty childhood he endured. One thing he knows for sure is that he’s done with love. The idea of using mindless sex to forget the past may be the best idea. When Willow and her mass of sunlit curls repeatedly find their way in his tortured thoughts, he vows not to let his darkness consume her. After one sizzling night together, he’s the one surprised to find himself unable to let go.







Purchase Links

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Author Bio

Terri E. Laine, USA Today bestselling author, left a lucrative career as a CPA to pursue her love for writing. Outside of her roles as a wife and mother of three, she’s always been a dreamer and as such became an avid reader at a young age.

Many years later, she got a crazy idea to write a novel and set out to try to publish it. With over a dozen titles published under various pen names, the rest is history. Her journey has been a blessing, and a dream realized. She looks forward to many more memories to come.

You can find more about her books at www.terrielaine.com.



Author Links



Giveaway

Wednesday, March 28, 2018

Worth Every Risk - 99 cents release price




Title: Worth Every Risk
A Wilde Players Series Standalone Spin-off Novel
Authors: Terri E. Laine & A.M. Hargrove
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: March 29, 2018



Blurb

USA Today Bestselling authors, Terri E. Laine and A.M. Hargrove are bringing a new sexy standalone contemporary romance novel, Worth Every Risk.

Andi

He was my best friend since we were little.
Even though he was off limits, as we grew up, he became my forever, my everything.
But I couldn’t let my selfish dreams hold him back. 
They say that if you love someone, you should let them go. 
I did. 
He became the world’s greatest soccer player.
Money.
Fame.
Beautiful women. 
He had it all. 
One thing I never expected was for him to walk back into my life again. 

Chase

She was perfect for me in every way. 
Once we kissed that first time, there was no turning back. 
But I made a mistake by letting her go. 
My need for her has only grown.
After three long years, I’ve decided to get her back.
Only I’m too late.
Someone has taken my place. 
I don’t know if I still love her or if I should hate her.
One thing is certain. 
She is and always has been mine.







Purchase Links

99c for a VERY limited time

AMAZON US / UK / CA / AU

Free in Kindle Unlimited






Terri E. Laine

Terri E. Laine, USA Today bestselling author, left a lucrative career as a CPA to pursue her love for writing. Outside of her roles as a wife and mother of three, she’s always been a dreamer and as such became an avid reader at a young age.

Many years later, she got a crazy idea to write a novel and set out to try to publish it. With over a dozen titles published under various pen names, the rest is history. Her journey has been a blessing, and a dream realized. She looks forward to many more memories to come.


You can find more about her books at www.terrielaine.com.



A.M. Hargrove

One day, on her way home from work as a sales manager, USA Today bestselling author, A. M. Hargrove, realized her life was on fast forward and if she didn't do something soon, it would be too late to write that work of fiction she had been dreaming of her whole life. So she made a quick decision to quit her job and reinvented herself as a Naughty and Nice Romance Author.

Reader, Writer, #WalterThePuppy Owner, Dark Chocolate Lover, Ice Cream Worshipper, Vodka Aficionado, Coffee Drinker, she believes coffee and ice cream should be added as part of the USDA food groups. Find out more at www.amhargrove.com


Thursday, March 15, 2018

Holy Hell - Havoc Cover is revealed!!!






Title: HAVOC
Author: Debra Anastasia
Genre: Stand Alone Contemporary Romance
Release Date: April 5, 2018 (including Audio)
Cover Designer: Hang Le
Teasers: Social Butterfly PR



Book Blurb:

I named myself. I took the word Animal out of their mouths, wore it like a badge of honor then shoved it down their throats. I’ve fought for what I have. I see you coming, before you even know you want a piece of me. In a city riddled with warring families, I’ll rise up between them. My people, the broken souls I gather will have power by the time I’m done with them.

I protect mine.

Him. My brother, Nix.

Her. The girl that is the only home I’ve ever had. She knows me.

I’m coming at you, Sweetness. Stay ready.



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About the Author:

Debra lives in Maryland with her two kids, husband of twenty years and two dogs. The king of the house is clearly the tuxedo cat that is the size of a small donkey. Find about her latest adventures on DebraAnastasia.com

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Friday, December 15, 2017

SUPRISE RELEASE - If I'd Known by Rebecca Donovan

“What better way to amplify the anticipation than a surprise release—especially for a series filled with suspense and mystery.” – Rebecca Donovan


If I’d Known by Rebecca Donovan

Release Date: December 15th, 2017
Genre: Contemporary YA


IF I'D KNOWN, the surprise first installment in a new, edgy contemporary YA series from Rebecca Donovan, the bestselling author of the Breathing Series is available now!

"We're all cursed—every single one of us."
Lana Peri isn't afraid of telling anyone exactly what she thinks, even if it gets her into trouble—which it usually does. But the thing is, she can't lie. Her unfiltered honesty doesn’t exactly make her many friends, although it does get her kicked out of class regularly. Lana knows the truth will eventually be her undoing. If only she’d known it would begin today.
It’s meant to be a night Lana and her best friends will never forget. And it is... for all the wrong reasons. Lana witnesses not just one, but two violent crimes committed by the same person. Except she can't say a word. Not if she wants to protect her friends.
Lana’s silence will implicate her and inadvertently cover for him. But it’s not like she has a choice. He is powerful. Connected. Untouchable. And a friend of Joey Harrison—the guy Lana is uncharacteristically drawn to the moment they meet. Joey’s also the only one who is told the truth.
His lies will ruin her. Her silence will keep them safe. The truth won’t save any of them.


MY 5 STAR REVIEW


I can't say I was blown away by reading this story. And what you are thinking is wrong. What I mean is that I've come to expect greatness when reading a Donovan story and I wasn't disappointed. I could only be blown away if I hadn't known before going in that it was going to be better than good.

Make no mistake, this intense and thought-provoking story about how one person’s actions can impact others will have you on a journey destined to keep you reading until the final page and enjoying the ride to get there.

How to explain further? Let's say that I love that a story by this author has meaning. That no one is perfect and that we all have flaws. But there is still beauty in them.

I can't say that I loved Lana throughout the story. What I can say is that I loved her snarkines; her love for her mother, family and friends. I loved her strength. I didn't always love her actions, but she's a teen allowed to make mistakes. And without her flaws, we couldn't read and ride this journey of self-discovery with her.

There are too many spoilers to say more.

And as I did while reading, I will wait on the edge for the next installment to take this reading train wherever it will go. I hope I don't have to wait too long.

My Book Boyfriend is Joey.




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