Desolate by Autumn Grey…Release Day Blitz & Review

 

 

Title: Desolate
Series: Grace Trilogy #1
Author: Autumn Grey
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Cover Design: Okay Creations
Release Date: September 24, 2018

 

Blurb
There are angels and demons at war inside my
head.
I had it all figured out: finish high school, attend seminary and finally
answer my calling of becoming a priest. What I hadn’t counted in the equation
was her.

Grace Miller.

The girl who was always out of my reach. The girl who still makes me lose my
breath with just a look.

Little did I know she would become my temptation and vice, and quite possibly,
my ruin.

Now I’m standing at a crossroads, and my head is a battlefield. How do I choose
sides when it means losing a part of who I am?

 

 

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Two new authors (to me) in one week is a big leap for me – especially since I am not one to fall in line with books or authors that get this huge “hype” unless I have read them before.  And I have to say that this both authors lived up to the hype and then some.

Autumn Grey came onto my radar when the cover for her book, Breaking Gravity was released.  I was immediately spellbound by the cover alone and this urge to look into her work more.  No, I have unfortunately not been able to read that series yet (I have purchased the two that are released and will read at one point), but I immediately jumped at the chance to read desolate so I could get a taste of her writing.  And now I see why everyone loves her and her books.

On to the book!

Have you ever a read a book that just slowly pulls you in and under and has you gasping for breath as parts of the story unfold and leaves you feeling breathless??? That is desolate.

Desolate is very much a slow burn.  Autumn tells a beautiful story of how two individuals can so easily be aware of one another, yet never take the time to get to know the other one, personally.  Both Sol and Grace are kids with two different upbringings yet grew in the same town, went to the same high school and even same church.  Neither really talked to the other but they both definitely kept an eye on one another.

As they are both getting ready to start their adult lives after high school, things change, they change.  The buildup between them is lit with electricity – how neither acted upon sooner, is a true test to both their self control and also respect for one another.

Without saying anything else, this book was amazing and I cannot wait to see what happens in the next book.  Autumn has delivered a highly emotional and heart-pulling story.  I loved watching everything play out between these – from the awkward glances in the beginning, to their outings, to where they are (read to find out) – it’s truly amazing.

You will feel everything these characters feel – not just towards one another, but their own battles.  Sol and his battle within himself to act or not act upon his feelings for Grace but also his commitment to God.  And Grace’s struggle to find her voice and prove she’s more than just this little town.

Autumn blends every aspect of this story perfectly and delivers an emotional story that I cannot wait to continue on.  Bring on the next book – I NEED IT!!!

 

 

Author Bio
Autumn
Grey writes sexy, angsty contemporary romance that always ends with a happy
ever after.  She loves reading stories
with flawed and quirky characters, broody alphas and sassy heroines.
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Seducing Kaden by Siobhan Davis…Blog Tour & Review

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Seducing Kaden, an all-new taboo romance from USA Today bestselling author Siobhan Davis is available NOW!

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Kaden

The woman I love will never be mine because she already belongs to another.

I’ve tried everything to forget her, but it’s impossible when she occupies a starring role in my dreams. My eyes are glued to her shapely curves whenever I see her around campus, and it doesn’t help that she looks as miserable as I feel.

I wonder if she misses me as much as I miss her.

Short of putting a bullet through the skull of that gangster she’s married to, I’m stuck in a hellhole of my own making.

Until fate intervenes, setting us on a collision course we can’t avoid.

Evelina

When I was a little girl, I dreamed of falling in love. The all-consuming sweep-you-off-your-feet kind of love I swooned over in movies.

It didn’t take long for that fairytale notion to come crashing down around me. Now I’m trapped in a marriage I despise with no way out.

The only light in the dark is Kaden Kennedy—the one true love of my life. He doesn’t know he is, because I’m forced to love him from afar, condemned to toss and turn at night, crying over everything I want and all I can never have.

Seeing him day in, day out, destroys me, but there’s no other choice; I had to push him away to keep him safe.

Because if my husband ever finds out I’m in love with another man, I won’t be the only one in danger.

While you don’t need to read the earlier books in this series to enjoy Seducing Kaden, it is highly recommended. This book is a contemporary new adult romance, and it is only suitable for readers aged eighteen and older due to mature content, sexual situations, and language.

This story includes details of an extramarital affair, so if you don’t like cheating or controversial storylines, then this book isn’t for you.

 

 

For anyone who truly follows my review, you will know that I have read every book in this series so far. I love Siobhan and how she writes these stories. And with each book, these boys grow and does Siobhan’s writing. Seducing Kaden is the sixth book in this series, but the third standalone within the series. However, I really, really, REALLY recommend reading them all in order because the series is so much better that way.

I have been dying for Kaden’s book to come out because he and Keven are my two faves of the brothers. Don’t ask why – I just was more interested in their stories and I am so happy we finally get them!

Seducing Kaden is very emotional and action pack read. Siobhan delivers another dramatic romance that keeps you glued to the pages, never wanting the book to end. We are given the perfect blend of romance, suspense and drama with Kaden and Eva.

Kaden is in love with a woman he can’t have and she’s forbidden in more ways than one. Eva loves Kaden but can’t give him the relationship and love he deserves. She knew what she was signing up for when she married a criminal at the age of 18. But she never expected a man like Kaden to enter her life at any point.

This book is told from both Kaden and Eva’s POV and also goes between past and present. I love how Siobhan was able to tie everything together and not lose the reader once in the story. One thing I absolutely love about Siobhan and her books is the descriptive detail she gives to everything. And it’s not details that just fluff the book, it’s details that add another layer to the story, making the story all the more entertaining to read.

Siobhan writes her books with so much passion and you can see that as you read; in her characters, in the plot lines – you are so easily able to connect to everything. The book comes to life and I love every minute detail.

And just like with every other book – we do get our HEA, but Siobhan gets you prepped and ready for the next book with just enough information that leaves you going “GIVE IT TO ME NOW!!!”

Up next, my other fave brother, Keven. YESSSSSSSSSSS!

 

 

 

 

I make a last-minute detour, veering toward the bathroom instead. My heart is beating wildly against my ribcage, and blood is thrumming through my veins. What the hell was I thinking back there?Anyone could’ve noticed me making a beeline for Kaden across the dance floor. One look at both our faces would’ve given the game away. My hands are shaking as I push through the door out into the corridor leading to the restrooms. Nausea swims up my throat at the thought of that girl with her hands all over him. I stop, resting my forehead against the wall. What the hell is wrong with me?He isn’t mine, and I shouldn’t be having these thoughts.

I’m married, for God’s sake, and he’s my student.

He’s as off-limits as they come.

Perhaps that’s why I want him so badly.

Isn’t it true what they say? You always want the things you can’t have.

The door crashes open, and I stop breathing. “Eva.”

Oh, God. Please give me strength to do the right thing. I hurriedly compose myself before I turn around to face him. “Kaden.”

“We need to talk.”

“I don’t think that’s a good idea.”

“Well, tough,” he says, walking around me and pushing the door to the wheelchair-accessible toilet open. “In here, quick.”

Against my better judgment, I duck under his arm and step inside the small stall. He locks the door and then leans back against it, running a hand through his hair. Strands come loose, falling over his forehead in a casual way that is completely sexy.

“I can’t stop thinking about you,” he admits candidly, and butterflies take up residence in my chest. “And I miss our chats. You’re one of the few people I’m comfortable talking to. It’s so easy to just be myself when I’m with you.” His expression is deadly serious as he eyeballs me, but there’s a soft layer underneath it. “I guess I just miss everything about you. And judging by the way you were looking at me out there, I’d say you’re the same.” I chew on the inside of my mouth, hugely conflicted. “And you look beautiful by the way, and too damn sexy for that crowd.”

I thrill at his bold statement, and I know I’m fighting a losing battle even as words to the contrary slip from my mouth. “This can’t happen, Kaden.”

“Why not?”

“You know why.” I start pacing the small space. “I’m married, and you’re my student. Starting something could get both of us into big trouble.”

“The things truly worth fighting for in life come with the biggest risks.” He pushes off the door, cautiously approaching me. I’m acutely aware of every delectable inch of him as he approaches, and I’m struggling to hold on to my willpower. “And you don’t need to worry about me.” Tentatively, he reaches out, caressing my cheek. “If it blew up in our faces, I would be okay. The biggest risk is on your end, and it’s the main reason I haven’t said anything these last couple of months. I’d come to the conclusion you weren’t feeling it the way I was, but I see it written all over your face. I know you want me as much as I want you.”

I take a step back, needing to clear my head. “Wow, you’re awfully sure of yourself.”

“Tell me I’m wrong and I’ll walk away. I’ll leave you alone and never mention this again.”

I gulp over the sudden panic in my throat. I don’t want him to leave. Screw it. I throw caution to the wind. “I can’t tell you that.”
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About Siobhan:

USA Today bestselling author Siobhan Davis writes emotionally intense young adult and new adult romantic fiction with swoon-worthy romance, complex characters, and tons of unexpected plot twists and turns that will have you flipping the pages beyond bedtime! She is the author of the international bestselling Kennedy Boys, Saven, and True Calling series’.

Siobhan’s family will tell you she’s a little bit obsessive when it comes to reading and writing, and they aren’t wrong. She can rarely be found without her trusty Kindle, a paperback book, or her laptop somewhere close at hand.

Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Siobhan forged a successful corporate career in human resource management.

She resides in the Garden County of Ireland with her husband and two sons.

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Release Day Blitz….Seducing Kaden by Siobhan Davis

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Seducing Kaden, an all-new taboo romance from USA Today bestselling author Siobhan Davis is LIVE!

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Kaden

The woman I love will never be mine because she already belongs to another.

I’ve tried everything to forget her, but it’s impossible when she occupies a starring role in my dreams. My eyes are glued to her shapely curves whenever I see her around campus, and it doesn’t help that she looks as miserable as I feel.

I wonder if she misses me as much as I miss her.

Short of putting a bullet through the skull of that gangster she’s married to, I’m stuck in a hellhole of my own making.

Until fate intervenes, setting us on a collision course we can’t avoid.

Evelina

When I was a little girl, I dreamed of falling in love. The all-consuming sweep-you-off-your-feet kind of love I swooned over in movies.

It didn’t take long for that fairytale notion to come crashing down around me. Now I’m trapped in a marriage I despise with no way out.

The only light in the dark is Kaden Kennedy—the one true love of my life. He doesn’t know he is, because I’m forced to love him from afar, condemned to toss and turn at night, crying over everything I want and all I can never have.

Seeing him day in, day out, destroys me, but there’s no other choice; I had to push him away to keep him safe.

Because if my husband ever finds out I’m in love with another man, I won’t be the only one in danger.

While you don’t need to read the earlier books in this series to enjoy Seducing Kaden, it is highly recommended. This book is a contemporary new adult romance, and it is only suitable for readers aged eighteen and older due to mature content, sexual situations, and language.

This story includes details of an extramarital affair, so if you don’t like cheating or controversial storylines, then this book isn’t for you.

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Grab your copy today or read FREE in Kindle Unlimited!

Amazon US: http://amzn.to/2pulBUW

Amazon Universal: http://mybook.to/SeducingKaden

Goodreads link: http://smarturl.it/SeducingKadenGR

Watch the Trailer Today!

http://smarturl.it/KennedyBoysTrailer

About Siobhan:

USA Today bestselling author Siobhan Davis writes emotionally intense young adult and new adult romantic fiction with swoon-worthy romance, complex characters, and tons of unexpected plot twists and turns that will have you flipping the pages beyond bedtime! She is the author of the international bestselling Kennedy Boys, Saven, and True Calling series’.

Siobhan’s family will tell you she’s a little bit obsessive when it comes to reading and writing, and they aren’t wrong. She can rarely be found without her trusty Kindle, a paperback book, or her laptop somewhere close at hand.

Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Siobhan forged a successful corporate career in human resource management.

She resides in the Garden County of Ireland with her husband and two sons.

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Connect with Siobhan:

Subscribe to romance newsletter: http://smarturl.it/KennedyBoysList

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Release Blitz….Secret Lucidity by E.K. Blair

 

Title: Secret Lucidity
Author: E.K. Blair
Genre: Student/Teacher Forbidden Romance
Release Date: February 26, 2018
Blurb
This wasn’t
supposed to happen.
But it did.
This wasn’t
supposed to be my life.
But it was.
I was just a typical
girl, living a typical life. Nothing was out of the ordinary until tragedy
threw me into a turnstile I couldn’t see my way out of. That was, until him.
I never could’ve
imagined my heart falling the way it did. Hard, fast, and with unbounding beauty.
The only problem?
He was off limits.
Forbidden.
But he became my
everything, and I became his, so we risked it all. It was only a matter of time
until I realized that our risk came with unimaginable consequences.
My name is Camellia
Hale and his is David Andrews, and this is our love story.

 

Purchase Links
AMAZON US / UK / CA / AU
Free in Kindle Unlimited
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Author Bio
New York Times, USA Today, and International bestselling author, E.K.
Blair, takes her readers on an emotional roller coaster with her books. Blair
tends to drift towards love stories that are deeply layered with emotional
angst. Give her a character and she will dig into their core to find what lies
beneath.



Aside from writing, E.K. Blair finds pleasure in music, drinking her Starbucks
in peace and spending time with her friends and family. She’s a thinker, an artist,
a wife, a mom, and everything in between.

 

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Secret Lucidity by E.K. Blair….Release Day Blitz & Review

 

Title: Secret Lucidity
Author: E.K. Blair
Genre: Student/Teacher Forbidden Romance
Release Date: February 26, 2018
Blurb
This wasn’t
supposed to happen.
But it did.
This wasn’t
supposed to be my life.
But it was.
I was just a typical
girl, living a typical life. Nothing was out of the ordinary until tragedy
threw me into a turnstile I couldn’t see my way out of. That was, until him.
I never could’ve
imagined my heart falling the way it did. Hard, fast, and with unbounding beauty.
The only problem?
He was off limits.
Forbidden.
But he became my
everything, and I became his, so we risked it all. It was only a matter of time
until I realized that our risk came with unimaginable consequences.
My name is Camellia
Hale and his is David Andrews, and this is our love story.

 

Purchase Links
AMAZON US / UK / CA / AU
 

I feel like I am hitting some sort of book slump because I keep finding myself in the minority on books where everyone else is loving them. It’s sort of frustrating because I feel like I am missing something. LOL But it is what it is.

Secret Lucidity was a good book. I enjoyed it. But I wasn’t “wow’d” by it like other readers. It was another right down the middle enjoyable read. Secret Lucidity was a slow burn romance for me. I was hoping to get more angst but I still didn’t mind the overall story. It’s a forbidden student/teacher romance and I just felt that there wasn’t a huge build up for that drama.

Cam is going through a very traumatic moment in her life when David comes in to her life. She never expected him or for things to go the way they did. I did like how Ms. Blair had the romance between Cam and David move forward and play out. I will say that I personally felt that in the beginning it almost felt like she relied on David because he filled the role the one person she just lost. However, it felt natural for them and nothing felt forced after things became open between the two of them.

There were certain moments where things was glazed over too. I understand that certain parts are import to the overall story, but if you aren’t going to clarify certain parts in a scene, then don’t mention them at all because it sort of leaves things open and the whole story doesn’t feel complete.

The secondary characters were definitely a needed part of this story. They helped add the drama to the situation and kept the story interesting. Cam’s mother was a piece of work but I felt her actions were glazed over the most and wanted a bit more from that aspect.

Overall, I did enjoy the story. I did want more angst and drama added in the overall story because it just felt like slow burn romance with some bits of angst here and there.

Teaser Video
Author Bio
New York Times, USA Today, and International bestselling author, E.K.
Blair, takes her readers on an emotional roller coaster with her books. Blair
tends to drift towards love stories that are deeply layered with emotional
angst. Give her a character and she will dig into their core to find what lies
beneath.



Aside from writing, E.K. Blair finds pleasure in music, drinking her Starbucks
in peace and spending time with her friends and family. She’s a thinker, an artist,
a wife, a mom, and everything in between.

 

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