Review of Stepbrother Dearest

Stepbrother Dearest

by Penelope Ward

Reviewed by Shannon

I had been hearing tons of hype about this book and had to jump on the bandwagon and see what all the fuss was about. This book blew me away... loved it!!!! Such great chemistry between Greta and Elec, you could just feel it. I could not put it down. So now you all know the hype is true. Penelope Ward has delivered a swoon worthy read with some great back and forth between these characters. It showcases a unconventional relationship that bonds these two over time, distance and difficult circumstances. I give it 4.5 Stars.. Grab this one up and jump on the hype bandwagon you will not regret it!.

Synopsis:

You’re not supposed to want the one who torments you.

When my stepbrother, Elec, came to live with us my senior year, I wasn’t prepared for how much of a jerk he’d be.

I hated that he took it out on me because he didn’t want to be here.
I hated that he brought girls from our high school back to his room.
But what I hated the most was the unwanted way my body reacted to him.

At first, I thought all he had going for him were his rock-hard tattooed abs and chiseled face. Then, things started changing between us, and it all came to a head one night.

Just as quickly as he’d come into my life, he was gone back to California.

It had been years since I’d seen Elec.

When tragedy struck our family, I’d have to face him again.

And holy hell, the teenager who made me crazy was now a man that drove me insane.

I had a feeling my heart was about to get broken again.

 

Review of Rowdy (Marked Men #5)

Rowdy (Marked Men #5)

by Jay Crownover

Oh my!! I'm pretty sure Rowdy just gave Rule a run for his money as my favorite Marked Man. 5 Stars all the way. I can't get enough of this crew. I love these guys! Such a tight knit group of unconventional guys that truly are beautiful inside and out. Sometimes they make it hard to be loved but in the end you can't help but love them. So with each book I get a little more sad because I know we are running low on the Marked Men crew with means we are nearing the end of this epic group of guys. I'd totally be OK with a flash forward to all of this gangs kids wreaking havoc and causing some of our Marked Men some much deserved payback ;).... but I'm getting a little ahead of myself. 

Back to our strong and sexy greaser... Rowdy Saint James... Throughout the previous books in the series there is very little we learn about Rowdy. We know he's in the crew and would do anything for his friends, but his past is pretty much a mystery. He didn't grow up with these guys like a lot of them did. Rowdy had a tough childhood and suffered tremendous loss and disappointment. After losing his mother suddenly and being stuck in foster care, Rowdy struggled to fit in. His only life line at this crucial time in his life was the Cruz sisters that lived next door to his foster home. When both of them let him down and leave him heart broken Rowdy vows he will never let that happen again.

Salem Cruz has had a rough life since packing up at 18 and leaving home. She had always struggled to conform to her fathers control and when she was able to leave she packed her bags and with a heated exchange with her father vowed she'd never return to Loveless Texas again. There was one problem though, as Salem backed out of the driveway she caught a glimpse of Rowdy. She always had a special place in her heart for him and something about the look on his face when she kissed him good bye stuck with her. When Salem realized the tattoo shop in Denver that is actively recruiting her is home to none other then Rowland "Rowdy" Saint James, she sees the opportunity to mend a relationship that she truly treasured. Moving cross country for a guy she hasn't seen in 10 years seems crazy but there is something drawing her. What she doesn't expect is the sweet boy she loved to hang out with is not so happy to see her and she is determined to find out why.

Review of The Resolution of Callie & Kayden (The Coincidence #6)

The Resolution of Callie & Kayden (The Coincidence #6)

by Jessica Sorensen

Reviewed by Shannon

I have been a huge Jessica Sorensen fan for a long time. The Coincidence series if one of my all time favorites of hers. Callie & Kayden's story has had a ton of heart ache and these young characters have had to overcome so much. The Resolution delivers us with the perfect ending for these two broken characters. They have grown and healed together and even when old habits reappear they have come to a place where they know the need each other no matter what. I am all about Callie and Kayden and can not get enough of these two. If you have not read the Coincidence series then stop reading this review and start this series now!!! From the first book in this series we have seen the terrible things these two have overcome together; From abuse, destructive habits, self discovery and ultimately finding your healing by leaning on someone who loves and understands you. It's such a touching story and I feel like my "friends" (Yes I know they are not real don't judge.. LOL) have finally found the peace they have needed. 5 Big stars from me for this one and not a big shocker because I think I've yet to give anything Jessica writes less than that. Grab this one up!

Synopsis:

Things are well for Callie and Kayden. They’re still dealing with their past and the pain connected to it, but for the most part they’ve moved on. The biggest decision they have at the moment is what they want to do with their lives in the future.

Eventually, though, the past catches up with them and they’re left facing tough choices. But Callie and Kayden learn that as long as they have each other, they can make it through just about anything. And in the end, they discover what they really want out of life

ARC Review of Collateral (Blood & Roses #6)

Collateral (Blood & Roses #6)

by Callie Hart

Reviewed by Shannon

I was gifted a copy of this amazing book in exchange for my honest review. If you've been following my reviews, it will come as no surprise to you that I am head over heels in love with the Blood & Roses series. Callie Hart has created loveable characters and a plot that has probably given me a few ulcers (wink wink). I love everything about Zeth and Sloane's story. The final Blood & Roses installment delivers us gut wrenching heart ache, nail biting suspense and tons of hotness (times a million). The most shocking for me was Zeth really had some heart felt moments I never thought we'd see from our closed off bad boy. Reading the final few chapters was super hard for me, because I really didn't want to let these "book" friends go. This is without a doubt another easy 5+Star read for me. I can't wait to see what Callie has in store for us next and if she slips some Zeth and Sloane in the side story I will be forever grateful. Grab this one up ASAP! It went live already and is blasting it's way to the top on Amazon and other outlets. Enjoy!

Synopsis:

With Lacey missing and everything falling apart, Sloane and Zeth will do everything they can to get her back. If that includes facing off against Charlie Holsan, the DEA, and anyone else who gets in their way, then so be it.

Faced with heartbreak, danger, and the increasing need to protect the ones he loves, Zeth Mayfair is finally realizing what it means to have a family. With her fears coming full circle, Sloane must learn that forgiveness is the only way to move forward

ARC Review of Partners (Fire & Lies - Prequel)

Partners (Fire & Lies - Prequel)

by Lilliana Anderson

Reviewed by Shannon

I was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I am super excited over this new Lilliana Anderson series. I think the series name should include "secrets" in the title, because WOW there are a lot. This Prequel gives us a little taste of what is to be a great, suspenseful, twisted romance series. Hold on because this will give you a few surprises. 4 Stars read for this one. Grab it up it October 13th.

Synopsis:

~Chloe~

Rules are made to be broken…

That’s what they say but I used to follow the rules. I used to have pride, honor, and obedience. I was raised to believe that in the world in which I lived, money and power ruled, and everyone made sacrifices. I knew my priorities. Family first. The company second. And what I wanted a very distant third.

I followed the rules, but couldn't have known that obedience would ultimately cause betrayal. On many fronts.

My father was framed, and I’ll do whatever it takes to put the right man behind bars.

My name is Chloe Donovan, and I’m going to make things right. But to do that, I need to break the law, and I can’t do it on my own. I need help. The problem is, the only person capable of helping, hates me. I don’t blame him. I promised him the world and then I ran away…

~Aiden~

I used to follow the rules. Until Chloe Donovan. She was my boss’s daughter. I shouldn’t have touched her. But I did. Three years ago, she came into my life, consuming it. Consuming me. I needed her. She betrayed me, as did her father. Lies and deception. Never again.

Chloe was the worst mistake I ever made. She’s temptation and destruction wrapped in a beautiful package. But, my blood doesn’t really fill my brain when I’m around her…

Now, she’s back, declaring her innocence and once again, ensnaring me with her magnetism, her beauty, her allure. I should say no.

But Chloe Donovan owns me. I still want her. Her draw may be the death of me.