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Book Review: Lie To Me by Natasha Preston | Blog Tour

May 1, 2018

Lie To Me by Natasha Preston

Pages: 369
Publish date: April 23rd, 2018
Publisher: –
ASIN: B07BFG78TW
Purchase: Amazon UK – Amazon US – Amazon AU

At nineteen, Savannah Dean escaped her family, leaving behind a note and the people who caused her so much pain.

Now, she lives on her own and keeps to herself.

At nineteen, Kent Lawson’s girlfriend betrayed him, leaving him behind with a broken heart and a whole lot of mistrust in women.

Now, he lives on his own and shares himself with nearly every pretty thing that walks by but only for one night.

When Savannah and Kent meet, they can’t stand each other.

Kent knows she’s hiding something, and he despises liars.

And Savannah has nothing but secrets.

Lie To Me:

I received a free e-arc of Lie To Me by Natasha Preston for this blog tour in exchange for an honest review. This has in no way influenced my thoughts and feelings about the book.

I didn’t know what to expect when I picked upLie To Me. I read the synopsis and was really intrigued, but I hadn’t heard much about it in the romance sphere. But as soon as I started reading I was so intrigued. There were parts that weren’t my favourite, but overall I thought that Lie To Me was a worthwhile read.

Lie To Me follows Savannah and Kent, two very different people that are thrown together and sparks fly. Savannah is lying to everyone around her and Kent, well he hates liers. You know things are about to get rough.

When Savannah was nineteen she left everything that she knew behind. She needed a new start and didn’t want a bar of her past. She left without a note and without a proper goodbye – and she doesn’t regret it in any way. There was just to much pain.

Kent’s girlfriend betrayed him in too many ways to count. It left him not only a broken heart but with broken trust and now it takes a lot to even get close to Kent. His closed himself off to a lot of people, especially women.

And when Savannah and Kent meet, it isn’t love-at-first-sight. They are at each other and it was fantastic to see. There are so many romance novels when they just look at each other and bam – we are in love. But Lie To Me isn’t that at all. Yes, they find each other attractive, but both Kent and Savannah have walls so thick that they don’t let anyone in.

Savannah was a pretty easy protagonist to get along with. I was really able to connect with her and understand her – even before I knew her story. She was just likeable and her voice flowed off the page. It was hard at times seeing Savannah suffer not only with her life now but her loneliness. I just wanted to give her a big hug. I can’t imagine going somewhere that you know no one and trying to live a normal but happy life.

Kent, on the other hand, was harder to like. Some of the things that he said, didn’t really sit well with me. He was an asshole a lot of the book. But as the novel went on and his story came to light, I understood why. It’s rare that you see a male character show emotions about past relationships. And that was really nice to see.

The romance while very bumpy at times was on the fast-paced side in Lie To Me. Normally I’m not a massive fan of fast-paced romances, but it seemed to fit the book as a whole and that was really helpful. Kent and Savannah have both had a lot of hurt in their lives and it was great seeing them come together and mend each other – without even realising it.

I adored Kent’s family. You could tell from the get-go that they all cared, loved and respected one another. The banter between Kent and his sister and Savannah’s boss was spot on. And his mother! Ah, she was just so cute. The reader is able to tell that she cares for her children and will do anything for them. But isn’t afraid to tease them and play around. Although Savannah was uncomfortable at first in their environment it was nice seeing her let loose and cherish the love that this family gives.

The plot of Lie To Me was really intriguing and I understand that not everyone will love it, but I did. There were times when I thought I knew what Savannah was hiding and I was like 15% right. But there was so much more and gosh it was fantastic. It did get a little crazy and full on at the end. And I wasn’t a massive fan of it, but the plot was engaging otherwise.

Natasha Preston’s writing in Lie To Me was really well done. Savannah’s voice was spot on and from the first page, I was really able to connect with her. I loved that she was able to combine good family life and bad. While also keeping to the story and have it overtake it.

Overall, Lie To Me by Natasha Preston was a great read. The romance was adorable and although fast-paced it was also slow burning. It explores the notion of new beginnings and starts. How someone can change their life for the better but still feel lonely in this world. Lie To Me explores new relationships, family, and friendships. It’s about forgiveness, heartache, and heartbreak. If you love romance that is intense but beautiful at the same time – this one is for you.

UK native Natasha Preston grew up in small villages and towns. She discovered her love of writing when she stumbled across an amateur writing site and uploaded her first story and hasn’t looked back since.

She enjoys writing contemporary romance, gritty Young Adult thrillers and, of course, the occasional serial killer.

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Book Tour: Ride Wild by Laura Kaye | Book Review

Nov 3, 2017

Ride Wild by Laura Wild

Pages: 384
Publish date: October 31st 2017
Publisher: Avon
ISBN: 9780062403407
Purchase: Book Depository – Amazon UK – Amazon US – Amazon AU – QBD

Wild with grief over the death of his wife, Sam “Slider” Evans merely lives for his two sons. Nothing holds his interest anymore—not even riding his bike or his membership in the Raven Riders Motorcycle Club. But that all changes when he hires a new babysitter.

Recently freed from a bad situation by the Ravens, Cora Campbell is determined to bury the past. When Slider offers her a nanny position, she accepts, needing the security and time to figure out what she wants from life. Cora adores his sweet boys, but never expected the red-hot attraction to their brooding, sexy father. If only he would notice her…

Slider does see the beautiful, fun-loving woman he invited into his home. She makes him feel too much, and he both hates it and yearns for it. But when Cora witnesses something she shouldn’t have, the new lives they’ve only just discovered are threatened. Now Slider must claim—and protect—what’s his before it’s too late.

Ride Wild:

I received an e-arc of Ride Wild by Laura Wild from InkSlinger PR in exchange for an honest review. This has in no way influenced my thoughts and feelings about the book.

Last week I shared my thoughts on Ride Hard and Ride Rough, the first two books in the Raven Riders series. Overall I really enjoyed both books, and I was so excited to pick up Ride Wild for many reasons. I’ve wanted to hear Cora’s story since we meet her in Ride Hard, then I wanted to hear Sliders story whom we really didn’t know much about. And finally – Slider has two young boys and that always warms my heart.

Ride Wild follows Cora as begins to bury her past and find a new life with the Raven Riders. She has a job looking after Slider’s boys and she wants to find a volunteer position at the local pet rescue. And when she has the opportunity to become a nanny full-time, she wants to take it.

Slider grief over the death of his wife has taken over his life. He wants to do nothing but look after his boys. He is trapped in this cycle, but when Cora comes to stay, his walls start to break. Not only is she changing his boys, but also himself. And then Cora gets into trouble, and Slider will stop at nothing to protect her and his boys.

I loved this story so much that I was able to read it in a couple of hours. The storyline was intriguing and the romance was adorable and steamy at the same time. And let’s not forget how much I love Slider and his boys; Sam and Bean…I mean Ben.

Cora was such an interesting protagonist. The reader has known her for a couple of books now – but we only know her as others see her. So it was really nice to see her in a different light. As a protagonist of Ride Wild – she is very closed off. She keeps a lot to herself and the past that she lived is very hidden. But as the novel goes on and Slider and boys break down her walls – we see a different side of her. One of my favourite things about Cora was how good she was with Sam and Ben. They adore her and I think that she adores them as well.

Slider was a hard shell to uncover, even for Cora. It was really hard being in his head at times because of all the grief, guilt and anger that he holds. But like Cora, as the novel goes on, his walls are broken. And the reader is able to see a side of Slider that only his brothers; the Raven Riders know. My heart was filled was so much happiness when Slider interacted with Sam and Bean – like oh gosh, so damn cute.

Slider and Cora together are just a match made for me. They are both dealing with personal things and keep it to themselves. But, as they come together and get to know each other, they both start to break down. They both share secrets with one another and the reader is able to see them bond. Plus they do have one more thing in common – they both care deeply for Sam and Ben. It was really nice seeing the different perspectives of each other when they were looking after the little ones.

There were so many adorable moments throughout the whole book that I was unable to keep the smile off my face. The way that Sam and Ben adored Cora and their father just hit me in the right spots. But, also the moments between Cora and Haven, as well as Slider and the Raven Riders. They were just one big happy family.

And continuing with that, they will do anything for each other. So when Cora falls into trouble, they are all there. Ride Wild was probably one of the most intense books out of the series, but it worked so well. And man that ending!

Overall, Ride Wild was such a good read. It may not be the best book out there, but over the last couple of months, I have been reading more romance. And I loved it. I adored the relationship between Slider and Cora. And I couldn’t forget about the boys. It’s an intense, sexy and adorable read that you can sit down and enjoy. There are times you might cry and want to hug everyone. But, Ride Wild also puts a smile on your face.

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About Laura Kaye:

Laura is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over twenty books in contemporary and paranormal romance and romantic suspense, including the Hard Ink and upcoming Raven Riders series. Growing up, Laura’s large extended family believed in the supernatural, and family lore involving angels, ghosts, and evil-eye curses cemented in Laura a life-long fascination with storytelling and all things paranormal. She lives in Maryland with her husband, two daughters, and cute-but-bad dog, and appreciates her view of the Chesapeake Bay every day.

Blog Tour: The Perfect Gentleman by Delaney Foster | Excerpt

Sep 14, 2017

The Perfect Gentleman

Pages: 202
Publish date: September 5th, 2017
Publisher: –
ASIN: B075FHHHWH
Purchase: Amazon UK – Amazon US – Amazon AU

For Nathan Alexander it’s not an option. It’s a way of life.
As an attorney he defends the defenseless. But when the suit comes off and the gloves go on, his passion is teaching others how to defend themselves.
His life was purposefully methodical. Completely under control. Just the way he likes it.
Until Emma McClain walks in his gym. Battered. Broken. And utterly breathtaking.After his last relationship, Alex swore he’d never give another woman the power to hurt him. But with her unforgettable smile and killer legs, Emma has him fighting for control.
Little does he know she is fighting for her life.
Will he be able to save her before it’s too late? Or will an unexpected revelation cost them both the ultimate price?

The Perfect Gentleman:

Today I have the privilege of sharing an excerpt of The Perfect Gentelment by Delaney Foster. Thank you to Inkslinger and Delaney for this chance.

If you are looking for a quick, fun and emotional read, then this one is for you. While short it definitely packs a punch. Nevertheless, if you like something that is sexy, heartbreaking and fun all at the same time.

Am I wearing cute panties? Oh my God. Why am I worried about my panties? Why am I so nervous all of a sudden? I’ve managed to turn into a hormonal teenage girl in a matter of minutes. Oh, I know why. Because I definitely noticed the way he looks in his jeans. And the way his hot pink polo hugs his biceps like it’s hanging on for dear life.

The way the black ink of his tattoos winds and coils around his skin, taking it over, claiming it. It takes a real man to pull off a hot pink polo and he is most certainly pulling off that polo. I’d like to pull off his polo. For Pete’s sake, Emma, focus.

Did I put on deodorant? I lift my arm away from my body just enough to smell myself. Not bad for a woman who just ran all the way through the hundred-acre woods. Still, I press the button and fill my palm with more of the foamy soap, spreading it underneath both arms, then rinsing it off with sink water.

Next stop: the lady bits. Do I dare? I look around the private bathroom as if an invisible person has snuck in through the locked door. Then, I check the lock on the handle to make sure it’s pushed all the way in. I chew my bottom lip and stare at myself in the mirror, contemplating. What the hell am I thinking? He’s not going anywhere near my vagina.

About the Author

Delaney Foster is a Louisiana native, not far from New Orleans, where eating, drinking, and dancing are pretty much a requirement for citizenship. She loves all things romance, a good glass of wine, and Saturdays at the baseball park. She definitely believes leggings are pants and is a bit of a book whore. It all started with Jane Austen and her Darcy and has evolved to the likes of Ella Frank, Mia Sheridan, and Colleen Hoover. Just to name a few. In her love stories, you will find sexy, alpha males and the strong women who love them.