Tempted by the Gargoyle by Lisa Carlisle

August 14, 2020 By Leave a Comment


Tempted by the Gargoyle by Lisa Carlisle
Part 1 of Rise of the Fire Witch
Boston Stone Sentries Book 1
Publisher: Self-published
Genre: Contemporary, Paranormal, Sci-fi/Fantasy, Mystery/Suspense/Thriller, Romance
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

Danger. Desire. And a forbidden attraction between a cop and shifter.

The eclipse of the red Supermoon is coming.

Humans hype the event as a night of passion.

But, the gargoyles sense a threat…

Larissa, a police officer, wants nothing to do with the media-driven event pushing soulmates, but her friend convinces her they need a night out to move on. It will be their first night dancing since the attack. When they visit a gothic-themed club, Larissa catches an attractive stranger watching her.

Roman, commander of the Stone Sentries, patrols from a Boston rooftop. When a blast of dark magic soars past him, he attributes it to a brunette. Something about her is different, demanding all senses be on high alert.

Is she dangerous? Or is she in danger?

Roman tracks Larissa to find out…

A night out and a one night stand brought both Roman and Larissa together on a ride of a lifetime.

This is Book 1 in the Boston Stone Sentries and Part 1 of Rise of the Fire Witch.

Larissa never imagined that she would be exposed to a whole another world and to a secret that had been hidden from her for her whole life just because of one night out with Janie, her best friend.

Larissa is strong woman who works in a male dominated career as a policewoman. She does suffer from PTSD. Her initial meeting with Roman ignited the romance between them which may have led to a one night stand but also opened doors for her that she never thought was even there.

Larissa and Roman are Fated Mates and it is wonderful to see them both working from strangers to lovers to Mates. Working together to strengthen each other and protect the ones they love. The main story does span all three books, though it does not feel like a cliffhanger by the end of book 1.

Roman is a Gargoyle shifter and the leader/captain of his group who protects humans against threats. Roman was instantly attracted towards Larissa. The book was descriptive and so was the sex. It is recommended for readers 18+ yrs. It has a couple of sex scenes with oral but not so much that it feels like it is the only thing you are reading. The story was a great read and I really liked it.

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Intrigue Me by Lacee Hightower

April 21, 2020 By Leave a Comment


Intrigue Me by Lacee Hightower
Tangled Pleasures Book 1
Publisher: Evernight Publishing
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Full Length (155 Pages)
Other: M/F, BDSM, Anal play, Fetish, Spanking
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

What’s a person to do when they discover everything they’ve believed is nothing but lies?

I grew up wealthy, a spoiled rich kid some would say, blessed with a natural athletic physique and erotic good looks that could get me into the panties of just about any girl I set my mind to.

I wanted … what I wanted.

And that meant one thing: the beautiful brunette from study hall—but she left me high and dry.

Today, I have a heart made of stone. I’m angry, a professed lifelong bachelor and a sexual sadist.

My soul is a cold river.

Eight years later, she’s back in my life and holding secrets that are ruthless, unforgiveable.

I want to punish her, make her cry, make her suffer. I want to hate her for what she’s done.

But I want my hands on her.

Mine. All mine.

I simply want … Ava Montgomery.

Intrigue Me is a romantic BDSM, sadism story with heart. I never thought that was possible. This book is an eye opener for sure and not for the fainthearted. Unlike some romantic BDSM books, this novel goes a lot deeper. The main characters are Tage and Ava and they have quite the history. It’s a long and painful one. One that included a child, Melli, with Down Syndrome.

This was a difficult read and even more difficult to write a review for. The author did a wonderful job of portraying sadism and showing the emotional side of the characters as well. Each character is so well written and different. You get the good guys, not so good guys and the ones that makes you smile with their humor.

The plot twists were brutal and painful. Intrigue Me has the sweet ‘aww’ moments, the ‘I can’t get enough of you’ moments, the ‘screw you’ moments and so on. It’s sweet, sad, with endless passion and chemistry as well as hurt; there is every emotion in that spectrum here. The author tried–and succeeded, I believe–in writing an erotic romance story which touches and captures the heart of it all, while making sure the chemistry and passion of both still burned as high as ever.

Intrigue Me is an erotic BDSM with sadism in it so readers be warned. However, it is soft as well. This book is perfect for readers who love their story plots with a lot of intense passion and heart.

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Insatiable in a Kilt by Anna Durand

April 20, 2020 By Leave a Comment


Insatiable in a Kilt by Anna Durand
Hot Scots Book 6
Publisher: Jacobsville Books
Genre: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense
Length: Full Length (276 Pages)
Other: M/F
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

“Behave, Mr. MacTaggart.”

One steamy night in Paris, I had a quick and dirty fling with a Scotsman who wouldn’t tell me his name. Ten months later, my boss sends me to Scotland to broker a business deal with tech mogul Evan MacTaggart. There’s just one problem. The seductive billionaire is the man from Paris, and I still can’t resist him.

The moment Keely O’Shea walked into my office I knew I could never let her go this time. For ten months, I’ve dreamed about the beautiful, sensual woman who drove me out of my mind. Now, she’s sitting here in my office dressed like a sexy librarian and telling me to behave. How can I? The way she looks, the way she moves, and the memory of Paris are all driving me mad again. She thinks she’s too old for me. I say eleven years means nothing. I need to possess her, but do I have the right? My past mistakes are knocking on my door.

Evan tempts me to take risks and unleash my inner wild child, but I’ve had too many heartaches in the past. The secretive Highlander who’s too young for me might be the only man who can get under my skin and convince me to take a chance on love again.

“I can live with that. But if you agree to go sightseeing with me, I’ll let you have your underwear.”

What would you do when one of your one night stands becomes the one that got away?

Keely and Evan are different. Keely has become distrustful of men because of strings of bad relationships. Their passion is definitely there, even after six months. From Paris to the office boardroom, their meetings heat up and Evan is not willing to take a chance and lose her again. Keely and Evan have an over the top chemistry and results in some intense sex scenes. There is a bit of tying up that some readers may not like but it’s well written.

The romantic plot is easy reading but there is another minor plot that comes up which has bits of mystery and suspense. What kept me going was Keely and Evan. Keely is an independent no nonsense “it’s my way or no way” kind of gal. She’s certainly not submissive. Evan is a businessman, a Tech Geek, a Scotsman and a billionaire. He’s strong and very persistent. There is a conflict about an age difference between both of them and Keely is unwilling to take a chance due to that. Fortunately, Evan is determined to work through her resistance.

I loved reading Keely and Evan’s conversations more than anything in this. Insatiable in a Kilt is an all-rounder – a very well written and wonderfully descriptive romance.

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A Royal’s Pursuit by Makayla Roberts

April 13, 2020 By Leave a Comment


A Royal’s Pursuit by Makayla Roberts
The Royal Gordanos Series Book 2
Publisher: Totally Entwined
Genre: Contemporary, Paranormal, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Length: Full Length (267 Pages)
Other: M/F
Rating: 4.5 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

Family comes first. Desire second. At least, that’s how it’s supposed to be…

Lucian has better things to do than hunt down a creature who may or may not exist—a siren whose singing voice can heal anything. But with his brother’s life depending on his success, he sets out, only to be distracted by a woman whose beauty is enough to stir the desire he’d long ago thought was gone. Unfortunately, courting her is as dangerous as the enemy hunting them down, for Siovon would rip his heart out before allowing him to find her sister.

Siovon doesn’t trust Lucian, no matter how much his every touch ignites her passion. After being held captive for the last decade, she will do anything it takes to find and protect her sister—including lying to strike a deal with the handsome vampire. If giving up her life means Calysta would be safe, then so be it. However, the more time she spends with Lucian, the harder it becomes to ignore the powerful truemate call binding them together.

The line between true love and duty to family becomes blurred in this battle of the hearts, but Siovon and Lucian will learn the hard way that some sacrifice might be worth it in the end. That is, if it doesn’t tear them apart first.

Not your normal run of the mill vampire story.

Let me state first, this is the second book in the series and I have not read the first book. There is a backstory to it and there were details that were apparent at first. It took time to understand. However, once I understood some of the backstory it was smooth sailing all the way.

Siovan is a siren with a past. A bloody past. Her past has made her wary and distrustful. But she does have a small group of ‘friends’ that she trusts. I love reading books with soft, sweet innocent heroines but I adore these stories about independent, kicka** heroines who knows how to solve their own problems. Siovan is an assassin that can fight with the best of them and probably win as well. Her search for her younger sister has lead her to Lucien, the vampire prince.

Lucien is not just a vampire. Or a prince. His family is more powerful than the average vampire. He met Siovan in search of a cure for him brother’s ‘ailment’.

I have not read the first book but I do believe that the characters from the first book appears in this as well. This plot is also a result of the first book. Or a continuation from the first book with a new couple. Therefore, I suggest reading in order. Nevertheless, the author did a wonderful job of trying to make this a book that can be read as a stand alone. There are multiple plots which keeps you on your toes and reading until the end. There are scenes of violence, slavery and torture, etc. Probable slavery and/or violence to children. So be careful if those things bother you.

Lucien and Siovan has a chemistry that blazes through it all. Their interaction makes me smile every time. Both of them have a warrior heart and the combination of passion makes it explosive. The secondary characters was a blast. Every one of these characters had facets that make you fall in love. They are as different as day and night.

Readers who love heroines with sass and attitude will love this.

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Spider by Harley Wylde

March 20, 2020 By Leave a Comment


Spider by Harley Wylde
Hades Abyss MC Book 1
Publisher: Changeling Publishing
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Full Length (162 Pages)
Other: M/F, Anal Play
Rating: 4 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

Luciana — All I’ve known is pain and suffering at the hands of men — even from my father, a man who was supposed to love and protect me. I’ve survived, nothing less and nothing more. When I’m dropped off with a club of bikers, I figure it’s more of the same. I’ll do as I’m told, make sure I please them, and hope one day I’ll find a way to escape. There is only one thing that could ever break me, and I’m scared of what will happen when the club learns my secret. Will they return me to my father? Or will I be used to broker yet another deal?

It never occurred to me the President of Hades Abyss would be my salvation, or that I would fall in love with him. I never knew men could be honorable and kind. He’s all gruff and domineering, but under that rough exterior I can see the heart of gold he tries to hide.

Spider — Assassin Casper VanHorne, Picasso of wet work and pain in my ass, has asked my club to take in two Colombian princesses. Well, he didn’t use the term princesses, but I have no doubt they’ll be spoiled little bitches. The first time I see Luciana and her sister, I think I’ve got them pegged just right — until I look in Luciana’s eyes and see the fear she’s trying to hide. Something isn’t right. I know it deep in my gut.

I never once thought a woman nearly forty years younger than me could ever captivate me, but the more I get to know her, the more Luciana holds me spellbound. I didn’t want to fall in love, didn’t want a woman in my life… but sometimes the Fates know better than a mere mortal man, and Luciana is exactly what I need. When her father demands her return, I vow to keep her safe. No fucking way I’ll let the sick bastards who hurt her get their hands on her again. Now that she’s mine, I’ll march into hell if need be in order to keep her by my side.

The Spider will find his queen and a whole lot of trouble.

Spider is one character who has intrigued me for some time. The story of Spider and his love is one I have been waiting for quite some time. And, the wait was well worth it. Spider is quite a bit older than Luciana. And reading this story was a blast.

Luciana is a bit timid and shy, but strong as well. She trusts Spider. That says a lot about her character especially when the story of her past comes out.

Spider is quite different than most of the members of the MC that I have read so far. I love that. The heat and chemistry are present between both of them as well as Spider’s patience for Luciana. He is very much in tune with her and her needs.

It is a short read but it has scenes of violence and miscarriage that some readers may not like. As well as talk of rape.

That being said the climax and prologue surprised me but reading this story was well worth everything.

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His Secret Sin by Sam Crescent

March 17, 2020 By Leave a Comment


His Secret Sin by Sam Crescent
Publisher: Evernight Publishing
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Length: Full Length (240 Pages)
Other: M/F, Anal Play
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

Diego Leoni is used to getting what he wants. He’s one of the best capos the outfit has to offer. Anyone who betrays the outfit, he kills. His first wife knows about that.

Belle Johnson is alone in the city, trying to prove her independence. Blinded in an accident as a child, she can’t rely on anyone. Now, abandoned in a nightclub by her friends, she has to call for help. And Diego answers, being the sweet, kind man, who helps her home.

Diego knows he can’t keep Belle forever. She doesn’t know who he really is, and there’s no way to tell her that the person she’s having sex with is also part of the mafia. Violence is in his blood, and yet, when he’s with Belle, the darkness fades away, leaving just the two of them.

The only problem is, he’s already engaged to another woman, one whom he doesn’t want. But he can’t let Belle go. The only solution is to get Belle pregnant and keep her in his world—without ever letting her know exactly who he is.

But secrets don’t stay hidden forever…

A Blind Woman and an Alpha Capo.  Belle and Diego. This was an unlikely couple.

Belle is blind but loves being independent. Nevertheless, when it came to her friends it was different. Being blind means she would need help walking in places she is not familiar with. When friends ask to go to a club that she is not familiar with she said yes. That club is where she met Diego.

Belle is sweet and giving. The opposite of Diego who is an alpha to the core, until it came to his marriage it seems. He was a big bad mafia capo until it came to the heroine. What made me read this twice was because their talks were normal. Really normal. With little chemistry. I think it was curiosity that made him stop and talk to her. Their relationship developed slowly over time and I loved reading that. However, it was annoying me a lot when he kept lying and lying. I kept waiting for him to break the engagement from the other woman.

His Secret Sin was exactly what it said. Belle was his secret until she was not. That brought hell into their world.

This story is about a relationship between a crime boss/capo and a regular woman, and it’s enjoyable since their relationship went through highs and lows. At the end, they come out better than before. The book is a good read for those who want something a bit different.

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Scratch by Harley Wylde

February 13, 2020 By Leave a Comment


Scratch by Harley Wylde
Devil’s Boneyard MC Book 2
Publisher: Changeling Publishing
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Full Length (157 Pages)
Other: M/F, Anal Play/Sex
Rating: 4 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

Clarity — I’ve been on my own since I was sixteen, and I’ve fought tooth and nail to make a life for myself and the son I never planned to have. Caleb is my entire world, despite the circumstances of his birth. Being homeless a second time certainly hadn’t been in my life plans, so when a gruff yet sexy biker offers a bit of help, how can I possibly say no? Doesn’t hurt that the older man is easy on the eyes, and he’s so good with Caleb. I’d thought I wasn’t able to trust anyone ever again, but looking into his eyes, I know deep down he’d never hurt us. It just never occurred to me that I’d fall completely in love with him.

Scratch — The young woman and kid I find sleeping outside my club’s chop shop make me feel things I shouldn’t. Hell, she’s younger than my damn daughter, but it’s obvious she’s been to hell and back, and she’s still fighting. There’s fire in her soul, but the gentle way she treats her son leaves me wanting things I shouldn’t. Like a new chance at a family. What the hell would she want with a man thirty years older than her? When I took her home with me, I never counted on wanting to keep her. I’ll slay her demons, bury the monsters from her past, and then I’ll do the one thing I thought I’d never do… claim an old lady, then make her my wife.

A Sweet Story.

The beginning was surprise, but a welcome one. A homeless mom seeks shelter at the doorway of a building owned by a local motorcycle gang. What she did not expect was this huge and intimidating guy to give her and her son a place to say. The relationship that developed between all three of them was definitely something to watch.

Clarity is homeless but above all else she is a mother and her need to keep her son safe and fed makes her take that helping hand from Scratch. Scratch is quite a bit older than her but also understood enough to give her and her son space as well as everything they would need to grow. He was insightful enough to know that there were somethings that would take time to heal.

Clarity’s trust in Scratch did not come immediately. Instead it came gradually. Action speaks louder than words and his actions were loud and clear. Their chemistry rose up each time spend together with each other. There is drama. Thing about it–a woman, child and biker plus romance? There has to be drama and this book delivers. Between the kid, Scratch’s brothers, Clarity’s past and the club, it kept me entertained throughout.

There is a mystery in here that took some time to unravel but the suspense of it made it all so worth it.

The story is of trust and love and family. Recommended.

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Slider by Harley Wylde

January 16, 2020 By Leave a Comment


Slider by Harley Wylde
Hades Abyss Book 3
Publisher: Changeling Press
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short Story (148 Pages)
Other: M/F, spanking
Rating: 4 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

Vasha: Being groomed for the man who purchased me is the only life I’ve known. But I want more. I want freedom! My husband-to-be is a cruel, vicious man. I dread the day he claims me. When my bodyguard and friend, Anatoly, arranges my passage to America — as a mail order bride — I hope it means things will be better. I never counted on my husband being so handsome, or so tender. Nor did I know that passion between a man and a woman could be so consuming! He leaves my knees weak and makes my heart race. There’s just one problem… He doesn’t know we’re married! I don’t know how it happened, or how to fix things, but it’s clear Slider is angry. Leaving is the only thing I know to do, but it is also the hardest decision I have ever made.

Slider: I’m not even thirty yet, but I’m already tired of the bullshit that comes with easy women. Maybe seeing my Pres settle down gave me a new perspective. Having the same woman in my bed every night is starting to sound more and more appealing. Or guy. I’m not picky. Love is love. What I didn’t count on was my ex-lover deciding to “help” me with my problem. When he left a naked woman in my bed, I was pissed… until I realized she was in trouble. She needs me, and maybe I need her, too. I always did have a hero complex, but it only takes a few minutes of knowing her before I want to slay her dragons, keep her safe, and show her that not all men are evil.

I didn’t count on her being my wife. F**cking Surge! Always putting his nose where he shouldn’t. When she runs, I realize I seriously screwed up and I have to get her back.

Slider is the Hades Abyss secretary and attracted to both male and female. Vasha was groomed relentlessly to be the perfect wife for her cruel husband. To get away, she signs up to be a mail order bride.

Slider is a biker, rough but with a soft heart. When I saw that Slider’s ex ordered a mail order bride for him, I have never seen a beginning like this and it definitely grabbed my attention and kept it until the end.

The instant attraction was there from both sides. The author did a great job of writing and creating Vasha. She is really different from all the other old ladies (wife/official partner) in everything, but she is strong even though she has had a sheltered life from the public if you don’t count the sexual/wifely training. I loved the dynamic of their relationship. The changes that came up on him when he met her were interesting. This story is different, yes, and it had a bit of an insta-love story quality which I didn’t mind one bit. There are scenes that may disturb some, though. The sizzling chemistry was loaded with action. There was some light BDSM–tying up–during the scenes.

This story is perfect for readers who want a self-healing story with action and romance.

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Wire by Harley Wylde

January 14, 2020 By Leave a Comment


Wire: Bad Boys by Harley Wylde
Dixie Reapers 13
Publisher: Changeling Press
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short Story (138 Pages)
Other: M/F, Anal Play, spanking
Rating: 4 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

When my past came knocking, I wasn’t expecting it to arrive in such a tempting package.

Lavender — My parents weren’t the type to win any awards, but I did learn a few things. Like how to read lines of code and get through the backdoor of pretty much any site or program. I also learned about the man my mother dated when she’d met my dad, someone who has intrigued me for years. I never thought I’d get the chance to meet him, until my parents end up dead and I can’t think of anyone else who might be able to help. I know too much. My parents’ death wasn’t an accident, and now I’ve been targeted. If the infamous Voodoo Tracer can’t help me, then I’m screwed.

Reality is so much better than fantasy, and with one look, I know the reason I haven’t dated is because I was waiting. For him.

Wire — I never really expected my past to come knocking at the front gates, nor did I expect it to be in such a sexy package. Lavender isn’t what I’d call a siren, but with her glasses perched on her nose, her messy hair, curvy figure, and adorable tees, she’s exactly what I want and don’t need. A nerdy, geeky, super intelligent woman who craves me as much as I crave her. So I did what any man would do… I claimed her. Now she’s mine, and if an enemy from my past thinks he can hurt her, I’d like to see him try. He might have killed her parents, but I will destroy anyone who tries to take her from me.

“So this is the infamous Dark Labyrinth.”

Wire is a hacker (aka Voodoo Tracer) and so is Lavender (aka Dark Labyrinth). I have been looking forward to reading his story for some time. And what a story.

This is the 13th book in an exciting series.  I was expecting action and a lot of it, but this is Wire’s story so action quota is down but not completely out. I loved this pair. There couldn’t have been a better partner for Wire. They do have an age gap and it shows a bit with Lavender. I loved listening them talk cyber, hacker talk. It was fascinating especially when you realize that they have chemistry.

There is a backstory that goes back long before Lavender was born. It was easy to understand. Both Lavender and Wire have a past that was entwined together and has brought both of them together for better or for worse.

Their chemistry and relationship–when you put that together with the other brothers and their old ladies, yeah, it seems like a story in itself. It made me smile, laugh, cry and everything in between. However, I should add: there are scenes of violence.

This is a fun, fiery, sexy, bloody and a story that will give you a whole range of emotions.

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13 Steps to the Cellar by Teresa Mathews

January 7, 2020 By 2 Comments


13 Steps to the Cellar by Teresa Mathews
Publisher: Tirgearr Publishing
Genre: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense
Length: Full Length (298 Pages)
Heat level: Sweet
Rating: 4.5 Stars
Reviewed by Sorrel

There were thirteen steps to the cellar. They were steep and they were narrow—but was a fall down them enough to have caused the twenty-seven deep lacerations to her aunt’s head?

Callie Harris travels from her home in Alabama to her aunt’s former mansion in Maine to unravel the haunting forty-year-old mystery of Dr. Laverne Harris Doss’ brutal death.

Why wasn’t a murder weapon found? Was her uncle justly convicted of the killing? Was his mistress involved? Or was the murderer the bearded stranger rumored to have arrived by train that night?

In the charming town of Richmond, located on the banks of Maine’s historic Kennebec River, Callie uncovers the community’s darkest secrets—a botched police investigation, a betrayed widow’s lie, a dead woman’s blackmail, and a wealthy philanthropist’s shame. The web of intrigue extends far beyond Callie’s suspicions and its connection to her personal story pierces her to the core.

A twisted mystery that will leave you scratching your head.

Callie and her brothers are settling their father’s estate and wants to find who is truly responsible for her aunt’s death. However, Callie’s presence stirs up a whole lot of emotions and memories from the townspeople, some good, some not so good. But with every step, she learns more about the town and its people.

I loved how descriptive this book was because even though it took some time for me to get into the story, it just felt realistic. This is the author’s first book and it was so good. The mystery and suspense along with a bit of romance meshed so well for me. Ms. Mathews kept the mystery there right up until the end–even with the twists and turns. The characterizations were good and realistic. They had a depth to them that I rarely see and get to read. This story had not just a mystery but showed the closeness of family and friends, as well as not so good or close friends.

I found that the romance was sweet and not the main focus. Even though the romance and chemistry was slow to start, by the time I read half the book, I was rooting for them. I can see their relationship develop from strangers to becoming the most important people for each other.

The climax was a climax to remember. Great for readers who want a mystery as well as that family and friends feel.

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