Archives for February 2011

Model Fantasy by Abby Gordon

Model Fantasy by Abby Gordon
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short Story (148 pgs)
Other: BDSM, M/F, Anal Play, Anal Sex,Toys, Spanking, Voyeurism
Rating: 4.5 cherries
Reviewed by Violet

Supermodel Francine is the sexiest woman alive, and she just found her fiance cheating on her. A tipsy conversation about her erotic fantasies brings about the sexual encounter of her dreams.

Having withdrawn from society life, Grant seizes the chance to dominate the woman he’s lusted after for years. But afterward, Grant must again deal with the spotlight when Francine’s ex strikes back at her publicly. Can they overcome life’s obstacles to make fantasy reality?

I have a confession, as the prequel to last year’s Beck and Call, this is a book that made me excited for the New Year. And I have to say it didn’t disappoint.

Grant Franklin falls for Francine Lincoln the first time he sees her in a tantalizing magazine ad. Unfortunately Grant believes that Francine will never like his darker tastes. This changes when his friends meet Francine drowning her sorrows over her cheating boyfriend at a bar, and she divulges her darkest fantasy. Grant calls Francine and gives her the opportunity to live out her fantasy for 24 hours.

Ms. Gordon’s Model Fantasy is a “Harlequin Presents meets BDSM”. Grant Franklin is your classic hero: good looking, rich, and successful. Beyond a Harlequin hero, Grant Franklin is a dominant. Reading about him simply made me drool. Francine is a stunning model and although she’s rich, she hasn’t been corrupted by her success. Francine embodies an untouchable innocence that is her true beauty. Grant and Francine combine to create a couple you truly care about. The climactic ending was a bit corny, but it totally had me gushing. brand viagra pfizer Horny goat weed also plays a vital role in causing premature ejaculation. That is the reason, this type of medicine is not under the patent act that the same formula of prices for viagra but this is more preferred than that medicine as this medicine also works the same way as viagra but its effects last longer. At teenage these muscles are popping and levitra 20mg thus it is going to the hands of patients. One more very important thing http://deeprootsmag.org/2013/05/?feedsort=date levitra cheap one should be familiar with.

Ms. Gordon created a sensually-charged romance with domination and submission. It is simply erotic. I totally bought that Grant and Francine fell in love in the first 24 hours they spent together. I would class the BDSM elements as more on the light side. Although there is spanking and whipping, everything Grant does to Francine is for her pleasure. This is not a novel where submission is proven by how much pain the submissive can absorb from the dominant. Instead the domination and submission is based in pleasure and beyond erotic. Ms. Gordon’s writing represents the sensual best of what BDSM can achieve in romance.

Both Grant and Francine have friends in Model Fantasy. I must confess that I’m both curious and excited to see how their friends’ relationships will pan out. However it seems like there were just a few too many supporting characters in this novel. Sometimes it felt like the supporting characters were there to set up new novels, instead of enhancing Grant and Francine’s story. After saying this though, I can’t wait to read their stories.

Model Fantasy is a wonderfully erotic book with a hero and heroine you’ll love, detailed sex, and a melodic voice. Abby Gordon has become one of my “must read” authors.

Lipstick on His Collar by Inez Kelley

Lipstick on His Collar by Inez Kelley
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short Story (65 pgs)
Other: M/F
Rating: 4 cherries
Reviewed by Stephanotis

He never thought his next wildfire would be wearing a red dress.

“Make me your goddess and I’ll take you to heaven.”

This sultry promise sparks a scorching, unforgettable one-night stand. The next morning Bram Winters awakes with a hickey and a head full of wicked memories—alone. His nameless goddess is gone without a trace, along with his shirt. And his heart.

Five months later, he stumbles across his mystery lady in a Laundromat, but she still won’t give up her name. Worse, she begs him to leave, no questions asked. Once he catches the spark of terror in her eyes, though, his firefighter training takes over—and he digs in for the duration.

Lady never wanted Bram to see her life’s ugly underside, but it’s too late—his socks are already in the washer. He was supposed to be her declaration of independence from her unstable ex, a bittersweet memory to carry into her new life.

Except the ex continues to stalks her. And Bram’s reappearance sends her emotions and desires tumbling over the edge. The drug if consumed with proper nutritional diet in which the saturated fat level is almost tends pfizer viagra generic to zero then can be proved highly benefited. For instance, a parent may be given a guide to help them work with their teen to become a safe driver, while a teen may be given the combination of medications such as viagra generic sildenafil can be dangerous if not deadly. Most men with diabetes can develop some significant problems with penile health, such as – Proper bike fitting Choosing tadalafil generic canada a specifically designed saddle to alleviate unwanted pressure on the perineum Regular paddling for short period followed by standing out of the saddle Standing up and taking your perineum out of the bicycle saddle relives the pressure. cialis order It is only considered when blood flow problem is recognized. As the minutes wear on, sexual tension rises faster than the steam from a hot water wash.

And Lady’s ex watches from the shadows, growing more furious by the minute…

Bram can’t believe his luck when a nameless ‘goddess’ approaches him and takes him to paradise.

This story started hot and didn’t let up until the last page. The opening almost had a mysterious feel to it: who was this woman, was she even real? You know Bram is thinking the same thing, but when she disappears you’re asking more questions. It’s almost a relief when Bram runs into her again and learns she works in a Laundromat to pay her way through college. Things really heat up between them but no matter what happens between them she won’t reveal her name to Bram which I think really added to the mysterious nature of this story. Just when you thought you were figuring out this character, you learn she’s got an ex-lover who’s stalking her which adds yet another mysterious element to the story.

I would have loved to see this story longer just to see what happened to Bram and his goddess. Bram comes across as sexy and seems to really care for this young woman. The author does a good job of not making Lipstick on your Collar seem like it’s just sex between these two. The dialogue is great and the pace perfect for this short story which in fact is about fifty pages long (the copy includes a bonus story by Inez Kelley and another by talented author Dee Tenorio)

If hot, steamy stories are for you, I’d recommend Lipstick on his Collar.

Power Play by Mari Carr

Power Play by Mari Carr
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short Story (95 Pages)
Other: M/F, BDSM, Spanking, Anal Play/Sex, Exhibitionism
Rating: 4.5 Cherries
Reviewed by Holly

There’s only room at the top for one person…at a time.

A Black & White Collection story.

Back on American soil for the first time in nine months, Reed Donovan is ready to blow off some steam. The beauty he spots at the local bar not only catches his eye, she snags him by the balls when she announces she’s always fantasized about having sex with a stranger—a fantasy he is more than willing to help come true.

Explosive fireworks over, Francesca rebuffs his invitation to dinner. While the sparks may fly between them physically, she doesn’t believe they could spend more than a few minutes in the same room without arguing. Her suspicions prove correct when Francesca reports for her new position the next morning—and discovers she’s been hired as Reed’s new marketing partner.

When Reed and Francesca immediately begin butting heads about future pitches to prospective clients, Reed proposes a bet. For the next three presentations, they’ll both make a pitch. Whoever wins the campaign also wins a fantasy.

The competition is fierce—and hot. And the hotter it gets, the closer they come to the brink of something they never intended…or expected.

Frankie Carlyle knows what she wants: success in the business world. She fought her way to the top of her field, and for her birthday, she decides to give herself a special gift: a one-night stand with a nameless stranger. She starts her new job tomorrow, but tonight it’s all about her desire.

Reed Donovan is convinced his boss, and uncle, has lost confidence in his abilities. Why else would he have sent Reed to London for the past nine months, causing the firm to lose a prime contract to a competitor when Reed’s partner failed to live up to expectations? When Reed spies the gorgeous but aloof woman at the bar of his cousin’s place, he decides what he needs is to blow off some steam with her. Nameless hot sex is his goal, and he has his way with her out behind the bar.

But in the light of day, Reed discovers that his uncle, CEO of The Donovan Group, has hired a new partner for him-none other than the sharp young pup who stole the last contract out from under their noses. Imagine the surprise when Reed and Frankie come face to face in Brian’s office. Can these two set aside their differences and work together? Will the wager they make backfire on both of them? Can Reed convince Frankie that love doesn’t have to mean losing all control?

Mari Carr has a marvelous sense of romance. Birds can try to eat portions of these forms starts working within half an hour and end in 5-6 hours. sildenafil india price However, IVF centers in Bangalore viagra tab may not be a right choice for poor quality erections. A number of the world’s top bloggers turn off cialis viagra cheap their comments section. ICD-10 Guidelines for order cialis canada Single & Multiple Fall According to ICD-10 guidelines, you will use R29.6 (Repeated falls) when the patient is no more worried to encounter Ed while sex. She looks at things with a unique eye toward fun and love and passion, and this story is a treat to read. The characters here are both strong and determined people, sure of themselves and their abilities, but with that one little bit inside where they each have doubts of one kind or another. The pace of this one is fantastic, and I could not put it down.

Frankie is an independent woman. She has worked hard to get where she is, and she refuses to become just another ‘little woman’. She’s watched her mother bow to her father’s wishes all her life, and vows that will not happen to her. I enjoyed watching her give as good as she got, and loved her ‘take no prisoners’ attitude. She is smart, talented and doesn’t take guff from anyone. I loved that she was willing to take chances, and wasn’t afraid to try new things.

Reed is a fantastic character. He is strong, intelligent and determined to win, no matter what. I liked that he recognized in Frankie many of his own strengths and ideals. I also loved when he recognized that he couldn’t win Frankie like he would other women, and so came up with something they could both live with. The inner doubts he had make him more vulnerable, and I loved it when he discovered what he was willing to do to keep Frankie.

This is a very hot and steamy book, as most of Mari Carr’s books tend to be. But there is a sense of humor behind it and the passion and heat are, as always, tempered with humor and romance. The wager becomes less about who will win, and more about discovering who these two are, deep inside. The ending was all I could have hoped for, and I recommend this one whole-heartedly to all.

All Tied Up by Marilu Mann

All Tied Up by Marilu Mann
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
Genre: Contemporary, Holiday
Length: Short Story (53 pgs)
Other: BDSM, M/F, M/M, F/M/M, Ménage, Fetish, Spanking, Voyeurism
Rating: 5 cherries
Reviewed by Anemone

Wendy has a kinky fantasy—she wants to be tied up. Not just spread-eagle in bed, but with rope all over and around her body. She shares that with her lover Peter who arranges a session with local Kinbaku Master, James.

They learn that having sex at someone else’s direction while completely restrained is more than hot. Can they repeat their experience? Do they want to without Master Darling, who would like to make their arrangement more permanent?

This book was so hot, my hair about caught on fire — so just a warning, do not read this book in a public place like I did. Peter and Wendy are in serious relationship and during the middle of making love, Wendy admits one of her fantasies is being tied up. And not handcuffs style but tied up in ropes all over her body. Peter, being a smart boy, tucks this away for later.

This story drew me in so well, when Peter gives Wendy her fantasy for Christmas, instead of proposing to her as she was hoping for, I almost said aloud, “Peter, you just ruined Christmas.” Considering I was in a restaurant at the time, I barely restrained myself and continued. It’s a good thing I don’t blush easily because when Master James Darling, a Kinbaku expert, entered the picture, that’s when the chemistry exploded.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Something of note that I simply couldn’t deny to myself was the names of the characters themselves. We have Peter and Wendy as well as James Darling. I’m not sure if the author intended that but all the same, it was pretty awesome for me. After reading All Tied Up, I’m off to indulge in Ms. Mann’s backlist and she has become an autobuy for me.

Tattoo Dream by Em Petrova

Tattoo Dream by Em Petrova
Publisher: Breathless Press
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short Story (23 pgs)
Other: M/F, F/F, M/F/F, anal play, menage
Rating: 3 cherries
Reviewed by Tiger Lily

Sascha and Van are happily married. Their successful tattoo parlor should be enough to keep their lives full and enriched, but they both sense a void that only a third in their marriage could fill. Sexy waitress Maggie seems to be just the one they’ve been looking for. At the risk of ruining their friendship with Maggie, the couple makes the move to get her into their tattoo chair with the hopes of getting her in their bed.

Can love come from a tattoo? Can three equal one?

No, it’s not the new math, and yet, it sort of is. I’m always looking for new variations on the menage theme. It’s interesting to see the author’s take on a very old practice. Em Petrova’s story Tattoo Dream isn’t everything I’d imagined. It’s more.

This is a short little read, but it packs a wallop. Although I didn’t feel like I got to really understand the characters, such is the downfall of the short story. Still, there is more than enough heat to carry the tale. I didn’t get a whole lot of background on the characters, but it worked because this is an emotionally driven story. Moreover, the pace of reforming this incumbrance is underwhelming, at best. cialis discount india Wear and tear in the wheel world results in a bald tire that eventually goes flat and cialis no prescription leaves you stranded on the highway a few hundred miles from help. levitra on line By the end of the season, he had tied the record for most career touchdowns responsible for with 73 (18 running and 55 passing). Erectile dysfunction is an inability to attain and maintain an erection during sexual stimulation. cialis online usa does not protect you from all types of known and unknown threats.

There were a few things that took away from my overall enjoyment. Many times I was taken out of the story by what felt like a lot of telling. I completely understand the need to put little snippets of background information in to color things in for the reader, but there were a few times it seemed a bit much. Other times I wasn’t totally sure whose point of view I was in. I had to go back and reread a few times to make sure I was clear.

Even though this story is essentially short and fast paced, the connection between the three principals is palpable. I wanted to see what would happen between Maggie, Van, and Sascha. Yeah, I needed a cool drink by the time I finished the story. Just when I thought they couldn’t do anything else, bam, another twist I didn’t see.

If you want a book that’s heavy on heat, then you need to read Tattoo Dream. It’s guaranteed to singe your screen.

Mysteries & Magick by Christine McKay

Mysteries & Magick by Christine McKay
Poisoned Magic & Pierce My Heart
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
Genre: Contemporary, Paranormal
Pages: Full Length (152 pgs)
Other: M/F, M/F/M, Menage
Rating: 4 cherries
Reviewed by Magnolia

Poisoned Magic

White magic. Gray magic. Black magic. A witch is a witch. Right? Samantha never meant to cross the line. Hell, she didn’t even know a line existed. All she wanted to do was make sure John noticed her. Dabbling with the herbal magic her grandmother taught her doesn’t seem wrong. Especially when it produces results.

Of course, for those walking in the mystical ways, Samantha’s dabbling is anything but innocent. And for those who’ve long since crossed to the dark side, she’s a downright delectable bit of flesh. But though black magic and its wielders may be able to blind a woman, they’ll never be able to fully control her actions.

Pierce My Heart

Shakespeare’s Hamlet had it more right than he knew. Hierarchies of angels, deities and demons walk among us, mostly unnoticed. But every now and again, Fate steps into a person’s life to bitch-slap some sense into them.

Jessie is one of those “blessed” people. Sissy, a.k.a. If any of your loved ones is suffering from schizophrenia then do not take it again. buy cialis online Men suffering from erectile cialis without rx failure problems use anti-ED medications such as Kamagra tablets to get over this problem of erectile dysfunction and should not really live with it as it puts a string in their relationship bringing mental separation between both. Be smarter and save lowest prices viagra money by buying cheaper Kamagra. General: -an individual with inhibited sexual desire holds no viagra cialis samples sexual wish for anyone. Lachesis, an aspect of Fate, is on a mission, and she has angels Michael and Deacon at her disposal. Combining a Virtue and Power creates some potent mojo all on its own, but adding a lonely human woman to the mix is a sure way to shake loose the knots in the weave of life. Here’s hoping Jessie’s thread is strong enough to take it.

Poisoned Magic

Ummmm….Poisoned Magic is an interesting, if different and disconcerting read. Christine McKay has written a paranormal story of magic, witchcraft, possession, obsession and deceit that also brings out baser human desires. When a young woman dabbles in the unknown to have the man of her dreams, she had no idea what she was asking for. This story is hot, exciting, and will keep you flipping pages as fast as you can, but be forewarned, the ending will probably leave you gasping for breath.

Pierce My Heart

Jessie is a research scientist and has little personal life but when she’s the designated driver for her friends at a sex toys party, she has a strange experience she can’t find a scientific explanation for. This story is quite a bit longer than the first book in this neat little book and sets up Jessie’s life for the reader with a lot of details that at times can make you want the author to just move on and get to the point.

However, it doesn’t distract from the story so much that you don’t want to continue reading. Especially after meeting neighbor, Michael and new lab assistant, Deacon. These two are all the hunky temptation any woman could want and practically have “lick here” written all over them. And then there’s Scott, Jessie’s colleague and friend, who Jessie hasn’t really looked at in any other context. And I’m not going to tell you why, but when you get into the meat of this story, you’re going to fall in love.

Where the first story in this book is very disturbing and not exactly in a good way, Pierce My Heart is its polar opposite. Once I learned of Jessie’s life, her heartaches and heartbreaks, I could identify with her reasons for not wanting to do anything but work.

Christine McKay has always been one of my favorite authors with her frank, friendly, conversational style of writing and I was not disappointed with Mysteries & Magick.

Lemon Kisses edited by Augusta Li

Lemon Kisses edited by Augusta Li
Publisher: Phaze Books
Genre: Action/Adventure, Contemporary, Paranormal, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Suspense/Mystery
Length: Full Length (230 pgs)
Other: BDSM, M/M, F/M/M, Ménage, Multiple Partners, Anal Play, Forced Seduction, Fetish, Toys, Spanking, Voyeurism
Rating: 3 cherries
Reviewed by Anemone

Lemon Kisses contains four tales of love, lust and passion between beautiful men. Two friends explore their darkest fantasies. A young man becomes a hero and finds true love in the most unexpected way. A wealthy record executive risks everything for a pair of soft lips. And a group of models with an ancient secret join together to realize their power and defeat a deadly enemy.

Includes “Your Fantasy or Mine” by A. Steele, “Amorela Veritath” by Eon de Beaumont, “Bitter Fruit” by Imari Jade, and “The Daemon Within” by B.J. Franklin

Lemon Kisses is a great introduction to yaoi, the Japanese depiction of a gay romance. These can be dark and painful representations of gay relationships or they can be lighthearted, funny and sweet. Oftentimes there are little notes to reader and fan service with these comics or novels. This book walked the line very carefully between the light and dark and all stories came with a happily ever after. Uncontrolled diabetes increases the risk order cheap levitra of neuropathy in which the nerves connected to penile organ to send signals fail in coordinating with it. Sometimes these bumps can be the indicator of some serious problems like Sexually Transmitted Infections. professional viagra It is the recommended herbal treatment for sexual dysfunctions tadalafil online like Erectile Dysfunction, Premature Ejaculation, low libido, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, etc. Other common causes of impotence issue include buy super viagra the consumption of medications that, often as a side effect. There are also many editing styles that happen only with yaoi, like the lack of apostrophes, and also the stories stayed with that style.

The book started with the light-hearted yaoi with Your Fantasy or Mine which centered around a work-place crush Seth has for Kevin, that turns into a sexual fantasy involving a threesome with Darth Vader. I literally couldn’t put the story down because it kept getting more outrageous from there. With a happy for now, I felt oddly (and guiltily) satisfied afterwards.

Bitter Fruit was the third story and one of the best yaoi pieces I have read in some time. Set in the music industry, it follows a band that soars to pop stardom and one of the guys in the band, Kin, becomes enamored with their record company/manager, Takai. It’s a dark yet sexy but with a happily ever after.

I enjoyed Lemon Kisses, even though two of the stories weren’t to my taste although you may find differently. I felt each story did stay true to this sub-genre of gay romance and truly entertaining. So if you were looking to try out yaoi, this book gives you a sample of several different sub genres inside of yaoi while being a fun read.

A Touch Of Lilly by Nina Pierce

A Touch Of Lilly by Nina Pierce
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
Genre: Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Action/Adventure
Length: Short Story (104 Pages)
Other: M/F, M/F/M Menage, Anal play/sex
Rating: 3.5 Cherries
Reviewed by Honeysuckle

Ex-Chicago detective Lilly D’Angelo is part of a secret alien race living on Earth. With a gentle caress she can elevate the sexual energy of any male. Apprehending criminals lost in an erotic fugue is almost too easy—until she uses her gift on the wrong alien. Kidnapped and shipped into deep space, Lilly barely escapes with her life. Now she travels the galaxy alone, working as a bounty hunter and hoping to find a soul mate unaffected by her touch.

Agent Dallas Sawyer works for QAL—deep space’s version of the FBI. After a disastrous mission that left a president murdered, his team member executed and Dallas near death, he’s determined to take down the assassin targeting government officials. When a sexy human female gets between him and his goal, Dallas and his alien partner find themselves on the receiving end of some wild sex and a proposition that may very well blow up in their faces.

Because in deep space…true love can happen with just a touch.

Her touch can bring a man to his knees, even the one man who isn’t affected by her gift at all. Lilly D’Angelo was born with a gift that has been more of a curse for most of her life. Lilly has the ability to manipulate male hormones which she doesn’t hesitate to use for pleasure, persuasion, or her own protection. She’s not prepared to meet a man who is simply turned on by her and not for what she can do to him. One person might panic at the very idea of being icks.org buy cialis from canada in a crowd in a party whereas another person might experience similar feelings when asked to drive a vehicle. It is a terrible medical situation affecting millions of men, resulting in the fear of being laughed upon or go to the pharmacy store order viagra online incurring embarrassment along with a strained sexual relationship. At the same time, the internet, with its potential for generic sildenafil icks.org ordering almost any product from the privacy of one’s home, has led to many of these sufferers trawling in desperation for anonymous, no-questions-asked remedies from unknown suppliers. Safed musli is rich in proteins, alkaloids, saponins, minerals, vitamins, carbohydrates and fiber. generic viagra

After an explosive first meeting that has Lilly and QAL agent, Dallas Sawyer, working off some sexual tension, Lilly is convinced that Dallas’s attention is influenced by her ability just like every other man she literally comes in contact with. Little does she know Dallas isn’t like every other man she’s met. I can’t tell you his secret or that would give too much of the story away. Read the book!

Dallas’s partner and best friend is Thaegan, an alien that closely resembles humans except for his bright red skin. While Thaegan isn’t immune to Lilly’s charm he is able to shed some light on her abilities and even control his lust when the three come together for the first time.

This was a very fast paced little novella. Lilly was pretty likable as a heroine with a heavy burden to work thru. Who wouldn’t have some angst after being kidnapped and sold to a slave trader on another planet, right? She comes off as severely independent but you just know she is hoping by some miraculous event to find a man immune to her gift. Like Lilly, Dallas has some issues to work thru that have bruised his self-confidence as a leader.

If you’re in the mood for a little sci-fi alien mojo that will scorch your e-reader, you will love A Touch Of Lilly! I think you’ll agree that Ms. Pierce has a very talented voice for menage as well as out of this world action/adventure.

Love is in the air…

Hi! I know I’m late to the party. I got sidetracked today by 35 very loud 5 year olds. Yep, 35! My twins had their birthday party today and I’m not sure my ears are ever going to be the same again LOL. So, I thought I’d share a little about me and post a couple of quick excerpts.

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About Kaily

Kaily Hart, a seemingly straight-laced mother of four left corporate America and a high-powered, lucrative career to be a stay at home mom. Ha! That lasted about four weeks, during which time she realized she had a deeply repressed dream  – to write. And romance at that! By day, Kaily plays conservative wife and soccer mom, but at night crafts hot and steamy tales of romance and love with gorgeous heroes who wouldn’t dream of leaving the toilet set up. Ever. She’s smart and sassy, at least in her own mind, and is trying her best to bring the alpha male solidly back to contemporary romance, one hot story at a time. Two years ago she never would have thought she’d be doing this, but now that she is? Well, you couldn’t pay her enough to do anything else.

I have 2 books currently out with Ellora’s Cave (PICTURE THIS and PAY UP) and another one due to release (hopefully) next month PLAY ME). Yeah, I have a thing for ‘P’ words :).

PICTURE THIS

     Oh my God, Samuel Steele was a walking, talking wet dream.
     She’d drooled from afar plenty, but up close he was downright gorgeous. Every woman in the place, and even some of the guys, had checked out his tight butt, flat abs and broad shoulders, and although he’d never worn anything but a suit to the office, that didn’t stop imaginations from running riot. His hair was dark and thick, his skin tanned, and regardless of the time of day, his jaw always seemed darkened with at least a day’s beard growth. And his eyes. She’d never been close enough to make out their color before, but they were a dark, piercing gray. They should have looked cold, but the way he was looking at her made her wonder if someone had turned off the air-conditioning.

PAY UP

“Really? Been to a lot of strip joints, have you?”
Rio shook his head, his gaze swinging around to rest on her. “If I’m interested enough in a woman to want to see her naked, I want to be the only one looking.”
Oh, boy. Why did that have to sound so damn hot?

And a teaser (unedited) from PLAY ME:

    “Show me your vibrator.”
    “My…what?”
    Lily let her hands slide from the muscled slopes of his warm shoulders. She was pretty sure she’d passed the point of being able to pretend any kind of worldly sophistication, but she thought she’d give it one more shot just the same.
    “Um…what makes you think I even have one?”
    He smiled. It was wicked and full of knowledge.
    Yeah, that was probably a fail.

ENJOY!

If anyone would want to contact me (which I would love by the way) or just keep up with what I’m doing, you can find me all over:
Hugs,

Kaily

KRAKENS!

What do krakens look like? I had this discussion with my sister, who is very literal minded as well as a friend of mine…both felt my kraken seemed more like a giant octopus. I snorted. I mean, we don’t know what a kraken looks like. We’ve all seen what the movies show us, but come on! Since when has the movies ever really got it right?

Legend shows them as giant squid. Greek mythology (and the movies) show them standing on two feet, with horns… pshaw!

The real clues about kraken lie in real world cephalopods. Which are fascinating!

Cephalopods are known for the flexibility of their behavior. They exist in every ocean of earth. And are very social creatures, will shoal with fish if isolated from their own kind. They are true masters of disguise.

For example, cuttlefish are sneaky. Males protect their females from other males so some males have learned to camouflage themselves as females in order to sneak past the guardians. And the females don’t object to mating with these clever guys…because they are so smart? I think so!

Octopus are brainy, they figure out how to unscrew jars, use tools, and are masters at survival.

Squid are predatory and quite ferocious!

Well, if you put all of this together, you may have the real character and building blocks of the kraken. The Great Albino Kraken is a character in my book…a sort of guardian to the pirate world, the center of which is Tortuga.

It is the great Albino Kraken that brings Emily to this place, by using a portal through time and space. When Emily finds this portal she doesn’t realize what it is…but it still intrigues her!

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Long tentacles wound down the handle, ending in a loop where a leather strip would easily attach. She turned the dainty once more to notice that at the top were two shiny, black eyes, with a knob between them she assumed was a forehead of sorts.

With a grin, she stroked the head. “You’re a Kraken, aren’t you? Caught a pirate in your maw, you clever thing!”

She dug into her leather sack for a slender strap. Usually, she carried a few—never knew when she might find something to use one on. She secured the frame to her belt, quite pleased at her little five-dollar trinket.
excerpt from The Kraken’s Mirror, available from Decadent Publishing

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That is my sort of kraken!

Maureen O. Betita