Secrets of Sin
Author: Chloe Harris
Publisher: Aphrodisia
Pub. Date: January 26, 2010
ISBN-13: 978-0758238535
Retail Price: $14.00
Pages: 320
THREE DAYS… ENDLESS PLEASURE
On a Caribbean island of alluring delights, Emiline du Ronde-Barhydt commands a large estate, vast wealth, and unwavering devotion. Her inheritance and dazzling beauty ensure that she’s granted her every wish… or almost. The one thing she can’t get is freedom from her proud wayward husband.
When her husband, sea captain Reinier Barhydt finally agrees to give his determined wife the divorce she craves – it’s for a price: three days of total submission to his every erotic demand. Both fall under the spell of the most forbidden sensations that reignite every delicious inch of their bodies… and Reinier soon realizes that he is no longer master of his carnal game. At the mercy of his own raw shattering needs, the three red hot days may just turn into a lifetime of smoldering passion…
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If you couldn’t tell Secrets of Sin is an erotic romance. And wow. My first thought when I read the first couple pages of Secrets of Sin is ‘You had me at hello.’ This book is erotic without being porny. It was really hot and descriptive. I mean if you want a complete idiot’s guide to spicing up your sex life, get this book. Really. I think my eyes popped out of their sockets a couple times, but in a good way. There was a time or two when reading that I thought, ‘Oh, so that’s how that’s really done.’ And I don’t recall ever thinking that when reading an erotic romance before.
Secrets of Sin is a compelling read. What really piqued my interest is the location and history of the country where the story takes place. After reading Secrets of Sin, I spent over an hour on the internet goggling Grenada, its culture and its history. Very few books engaged me so completely in that way.
That leads to the plot. The plot engaged me because it’s amazing that I would spend so much time on the internet. Secrets of Sin is more than a marriage reunion story. It’s about finding yourself and accepting yourself and the person you love for who they are. That’s the strength of Secret of Sin.
There were a couple things that bothered me about Secrets in Sin. There’s a subplot involving Reinier’s best friend that distracted from Emiline and Reinier’s story, especially in the beginning. This could’ve just been me, because when I first start reading a novel, I want to get to the hero/heroine’s story and conflict. There is a scene in the beginning of the book that I felt could’ve been left out, but once I got to the end of the book, it was explained and I had a ‘Oh, I see why you did that’ moment. I know I’m being annoyingly vague but to go any deeper would reveal too much. Although I understood why something was done, I still believed Secrets of Sin would have been stronger if the majority of the best friend’s story was left to his own book. It was certainly a strong enough subplot to do so.
Another thing that annoyed me about Secrets of Sinis the conflict that pulled Reiner and Emiline apart. I understand why it might have ruined the marriage in the beginning, but all these years later they never talk about what drew them apart. After awhile I got a little annoyed that they didn’t just sit down and talk to each other, because Secrets of Sinhad so much more going for it that even if they talked about what drew them apart, they had so many other issues they needed to work through. Overall, I loved this book and would definitely read it again.
The first time I ever saw the name Claudia Dain was when I happened upon the cover of How to Dazzle a Duke. The seductive look on the heroine’s face intrigued me. Then I noted that it was a trade. I don’t generally buy trades so I pushed my curiosity aside and moved on.
Several weeks ago I discovered that How to Dazzle a Duke was part of the Courtesan Chronicles series. Have I ever told you how much I love series? Generally, I’m not a huge fan of the heroine being a courtesan and initially, I balked at even looking further into the series because of that. Then I decided to give it a little peek, and lo and behold, the heroines were not in fact courtesans. And yet even better news, the books also came in mass market paper back. That, of course, was music to my ears. So this weekend, I ordered the first book in the series, The Courtesan’s Daughter.
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Book #1
The Courtesan’s Daughter
Author: Claudia Dain
Publisher: Berkley
Pub. Date: October 7, 2008
ISBN-13: 978-0425224229
320 pages
Young Lady Caroline’s prospects for a suitable match are severely limited by her mother’s infamous past. Before Lady Sophia Dalby entered London society, she was a highly desired courtesan. What man of title, position, and wealth would marry a courtesan’s daughter?
Sophia’s solution is to purchase a husband for Caroline-the Earl of Ashdon-agreeing to settle his gambling debts if he will take her daughter’s hand. Insulted, Caroline refuses to have a husband who was bought for her.
But after meeting the fiery Lord Ashdon, she wonders if it wouldn’t be satisfying to have him pay for her, perhaps with a priceless pearl necklace? With Sophia pulling the strings, Lord Ashdon may get more than he bargained for and Caroline may get just what she wants.
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After The Courtesan’s Daughterfound her happily ever after, Claudia gave us The Courtesan’s Secret and The Courtesan’s Wager.
Book #2
Lady Louisa fell in love with Lord Dutton exactly three years ago and never fell out. It was past time for him to fall in love with her. Long past time. What was wrong with Dutton? Couldn’t he see that she was the very ideal sort of wife for him? The picture of ginger haired beauty and sparkling wit? And her bosom was quite nice, too.
After watching the speed with which Caroline, Sophia’s daughter, managed to snag a husband, Louisa has come to the logical conclusion that if she could only have Sophia help her then Louisa and Dutton would find themselves quickly married. With Dutton as her goal, Louisa swallows her pride and asks Sophia for help in acquiring the man of her dreams.
Sophia is more than happy to help a woman get the man of her dreams, but is Dutton that man? Lord Henry Blakesley seems a much better match for the fiery Louisa. And Sophia, an ex-courtesan, has no qualms at all in arranging things so that Louisa sees Blakesley in a new light. But it’s a secret…no one can know that Louisa sought help in snaring a man from a former courtesan.
But in London, secrets are as rare as hen’s teeth.
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Book #3
Lady Amelia is the daughter of a duke and, unlike her cousin Louisa, is not at all distracted by a rakish wit or a pair of seductive blue eyes. She is going to be a duchess, which means that she must marry a duke. In the three years that she’s been out in Society, she has, to her complete dismay, not found a single duke who appears even slightly interested in her. Being a sharp girl of a very determined nature, Amelia cannot ignore that both Caroline and Louisa made very quick and very happy marriages. It was beyond obvious that Sophia Dalby had a firm hand in each match. Swallowing her considerable anxiety about approaching a former courtesan, Amelia asks Sophia for help in snagging a duke.
Sophia is delighted to help. But, as is becoming obvious to even the most casual observer, Amelia gets more than she anticipated from her alliance with Sophia. Will Amelia marry a duke, after all?
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And finally, we come full circle to the most recent installment in the Courtesan Chronicles,How to Dazzle a Duke, whose mass market paperback edition will be released in June 1, 2010.
Book #4
Miss Penelope Prestwick wants a duke for a husband and clearly the dashing Duke of Edenham is the best choice. Just as Lady Dalby is clearly the best person to arrange the match. But how exactly should Penelope go about dazzling a duke? Surely a show of cleavage never hurt anyone. Perhaps a kiss or two, just to make a lasting impression. And a bit of competition usually helps move things along.
To that end, Penelope approaches the Marquis of Iveston with a request. Would he kindly appear interested in her so that the Duke of Edenham will take note of it? Alternately amused and annoyed, Lord Iveston agrees; he even places a wager on White’s betting book to draw attention to the fact that he is pursuing Penelope.
Soon, it’s wagers and counter wagers as all of Society tries to determine who will actually marry Penelope. Edenham she’s been hotly pursuing or Iveston she’s been hotly kissing? Who will claim the lady’s heart…all in all it’s the most entertaining—and most contested–dance to the altar Sophia has yet choreographed.
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I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to immerse myself in this series and ‘discover’ Claudia Dain. If you’d like to read excerpts from the respective books, I’ve linked the covers to the excerpt page on Claudia’s website. Okay, so who else is ready to join me? Comment and you’ll be entered to win the first book in the series,The Courtesan’s Daughter.
I’ve had to delay my post on Authors Under the Radar: Claudia Dain. But have no fear, I will be posting it on March 2nd.
In the meanwhile, I have 3 (three) wonderful historicals to giveaway. Just comment to enter to win.
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The Elusive Bride
Author: Stephanie Laurens
Publisher: Avon/HarperCollins
Pub. Date: January 26, 2010
ISBN-13: 978-0061795152
436 pages
A second battle-hardened, completely unstoppable, all-male hero, an ex-officer of the Crown, confronts the deadly enemy known only as the Black Cobra.
He’s focused on his mission, then sees a lady he never dreamed he’d see again—with an assassin on her heels.
She secretly followed him, unaware her path is deadly—or that she’ll join him to battle a treacherous foe.
Through ever-present peril, through passion, desire, and ecstasy, they race to reach England—and their destiny.
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Countess of Scandal
Author: Laurel McKee
Publisher: Grand Central
Pub. Date: January 26, 2010
ISBN-13: 978-0446544788 368 pages
Eliza Blacknall and Will Denton were childhood sweethearts, growing up on neighboring estates in beautiful County Kildare. But adulthood finds them on opposite sides of the monumental and violent struggle of 1798, as Eliza supports the United Irish in their quest for independence, and Will is a major in the British Army, sworn to uphold the Crown. The passion for each other burns hotter than ever—but can it survive as their world crumbles around them?
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The Marriage Ring
Author: Cathy Maxwell
Publisher: Avon/HarperCollins
Pub. Date: February 23, 2010
ISBN-13: 978-0061771927
368 pages
The woman who will one day wear Richard Lynsted’s ring will be genteel, dainty, and well-bred.
This eliminates Grace MacEachin on all three counts. A hellion of the first order, the alluring, infuriating woman would be nothing more than a passing temptation to an upstanding gentleman like Richard—if it weren’t for the fact that she’s trying to blackmail his father!
Or, as Grace sees it, trying to get justice—and maybe just the slightest hint of revenge on the family that tore her life asunder when she was just a girl. And as for Lynsted, well, the stuffy, humorless man wouldn’t suffer for time spent in company more exciting than that of his company ledgers. Only when Richard gets Grace alone, she discovers he may know a thing or two about excitement after all . . .
My anticipation list just continues to grow. I can only pray that means there are many hours of fantastic reading ahead for me. Today, I’m going to showcase 3 (three) more books on that growing list.
The first comes from one of my favourite authors, Sophie Jordan. She became an instant buy author to me when I read her sophomore book, TOO WICKED TO TAME. Sigh. I adore that book. And as luck may have it I got my hand on an advance e-galley copy of her upcoming release, IN SCANDAL THEY WED, and I loved it! Sophie Jordan does sexual tension exactly the way I like it. Her male leads are these nicely balanced alpha heroes–it’s important to me they aren’t over the top. IN SCANDAL THEY WED is the second book in her Penwich School for Virtuous Girls series and it’s a treat not to be missed.
In Scandal They Wed
Author: Sophie Jordan
Publisher: Avon/HarperCollins
Pub. Date: March 30, 2010
ISBN-13: 978-0061579219
384 pages
What kind of woman would marry a man she just met? A woman with nothing to lose.
Long ago, Evelyn Cross sacrificed her good name, her freedom, and any hope for love. Now, in the remote English countryside, she struggles to survive and avoid the scandal threatening to destry all she holds dear…until a sinfully handsome viscount arrives on her doorstep, offering marriage, salvation, and tempting her with so much more.
What kind of man would marry a woman he just met? The kind bound by duty.
Fresh from the war, Spencer Lockhart returns home to claim his title and right the wrong his cousin perpetrated upon Evelyn Cross. In need of a wife, marrying her is a small price to pay for duty. But When he meets her, the fiery chit is not what he expects to find in a ruined lady. As desire flares hotly between them, honor is the last thing on his mind…
What kind of man and woman would marry when they’ve only jet met? The kind who could ignite a scandal with just one touch.
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The next book came to my attention when I received the ARC (Advanced Readers’ Copy). The plot intrigued me and I love the cover. IN PURSUIT OF A SCANDALOUS LADY will be my first foray into the historical world of Gayle Callen, and I’m very much looking forward to the trip.
In Pursuit of a Scandalous Lady
Author: Gayle Callen
Publisher: Avon/HarperCollins
Pub. Date: April 27, 2010
ISBN-13: 978-0061783418
384 pages
The biggest secret in London is about to be…revealed.
Every gentleman is wondering: Who is the beauty in the scandalous nude portrait hanging in one of London’s most fashionable clubs? Is it true that she’s a member of the ton? Who would be so daring, so reckless?
Julian Delane, Earl of Parkhurst, has a good idea. So good, in fact, that he’s willing to make a wager on it. If only the bet were all that’s at stake…
Determined to clear the family name from a scandal that claimed his father’s life, Julian believes the ravishing model will lead him to answers. Rebecca Leland–spirited, adventurous, with a bit of a wild streak–is just as determined to evade his questions. But when Julian finally corners his quarry, he may find Rebecca well worth the pursuit.
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Last, but certainly not least because this author is in fact my favourite historical author, is a book I’ve been anticipating and champing at the bit to read for the past two years. And last October, Lisa Kleypas left her readers literally hanging on the edge of their seats in the last scene of TEMPT ME AT TWILIGHT (shame on you, Lisa). Well thank goodness soon the wait will be over because on May 25th MARRIED BY MORNING will be released. All I can say about this book is that I can’t remember anticipating a book more. Finally, we get Leo and Catherine Marks’ story. FINALLY! The blurb is short and straight to the point and the sparks are already flying (have long been flying truthfully).
Married By Morning
Author: Lisa Kleypas
Publisher: St. Martin’s Press
Pub. Date: May 25, 2010
ISBN-13: 978-0312605384
352 pages
Leo, Lord Ramsay, makes the unwelcome discovery that he and the other Hathaways may lose their beloved Ramsay House . . . unless he marries immediately and sires a son within a year . . .
Congratulations, ladies! And the ladies with the ** beside their name, please select another book from the books shown at the bottom. First come, first chose.
Stop by tomorrow, when historical author Rose Lerner will be joining me to chat about costume drama monster movies and giving away a copy of her debut book, IN FOR A PENNY.
It’s my pleasure to have Cathy Maxwell join me today on the blog. She has graciously agreed to a virtual interview as she celebrates the release of THE MARRIAGE RING, the third book in her Scandals and Seductions series. Please extend a warm welcome to Cathy.
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Hi Cathy, welcome! I absolutely adore opposite attract stories. Please tell us about Grace and Richard in THE MARRIAGE RING.
Opposites do attract, don’t they? But do they stay together? That’s the question I was wondering as I developed Grace and Richard’s story. Many of my readers will remember Grace from IN A HIGHLANDER’S BED. She was the camp slut, poor child. A willing one–until Fiona put a good dose of common sense in her head. Grace also makes an appearance in SEDUCTION AT CHRISTMAS and THE EARL CLAIMS HIS WIFE. She’s been developing confidence along the way but she does consider herself damaged goods.
Richard has always done the right thing, and it has made him boring. He’s a square peg in a square hole–and a part of him resents it. In many ways, Grace represents freedom . . . and isn’t that what often happens with us even today? We are going along thinking we have a handle on the world until we meet someone who challenges everything we thought about ourselves? Who is it that said, often the person who frustrates you the most is your soul mate?
But Grace does more than question and infuriate Richard. She is forbidden fruit. The Scarlet Woman.
Poor boy.
By the way, THE MARRIAGE RING takes up minutes after THE EARL CLAIMS HIS WIFE ends. So if a reader cares about the order of stories, I’d advise reading THE EARL CLAIMS HIS WIFE first. It’s not necessary. My books do stand alone–but for the whole backstory . . .
THE MARRIAGE RING is the third book in your current series. Is this the end or can we expect more?
I have two more in this series after THE MARRIAGE RING. HIS CHRISTMAS PLEASURE (Dec ’10 Avon Books) will be Andres’s story. I have a host of fans waiting for him to have redemption. And then, I close the series with the book following Andres. My readers will meet the final book’s main character in HIS CHRISTMAS PLEASURE.
I see you have a book trailer for THE MARRIAGE RING. Did you enjoy doing it?
I had fun doing the book trailer but my on camera days are long behind me. When I started writing, all I wanted to do was write. I didn’t imagine the business exploding the directions it has. What an incredible world we live in today! I am constantly amazed. One thing I’m learning is that stories will always be with us.
Now here is a question running through my mind, are book trailers all that important? I don’t think so. Content is important. We are bombarded with information so we start wondering if all of this has personal importance–and book trailers seem impersonal. I’m loving social media. I have my clan of readers and friends on Facebook plus a cadre of the really loyal I-get-what-you-are-doing readers. I admit I write to please them.
But the secret, or what I long for, is meaningful dialogue with anyone. Even the guy that pours my coffee. I am a people person. In that trailer, I skimmed a vein. I didn’t open it, not quite . . . was surprised I went there . . . . and have some mixed thoughts about it. The camera catches everything, not just that five extra pounds.
What was it like the first time you found out you made the New York Times bestseller list?
Making the list was good, all good–but surprising. When I started selling, the NYT wasn’t even including romance novels in the list so it wasn’t something I aspired to. My goal was and continues to be to focus on the reader and giving the best story experience I have to offer.
Around the time I made the list, a friend and I were arguing about goals. Her goal was the make the NYT list. I contend (and still do) a “good” goal is one you have control over. I have no control over making a list. I prefer to focus on what I do control. Then I made the list. I felt vindicated in my viewpoint. And humbled. It is an honor. It carries cache.
But to the romance reader? I’m not certain NYT matters. Romance readers (RRs) are avid readers. I have discussions with booksellers who assume RRs only read in their genre in the same way mystery and sci-fi and literary readers do. Not true! RRs read everything. They are after story wherever they can find it. They come to Romance because we have loads of good stories hitting the shelves every month. And we embrace all genres. We’ll do action-adventure, fantasy, futuristic, westerns, mystery . . . we’ll even go literary. So will the RR. Give them Story.
Digressing here . . . I think alot of the success of the Paranormal romances is that the writers were writing with a fresh eye, building strong worlds, and being imaginative with story. I come across Historical writers all the time who don’t realize how important the “world” they are creating is. I recently did a Romance Radio interview with Vampire writer Jeaniene Frost on her latest book (www.authorsonair.com). Hearing her conviction in discussing the parameters of her characters’ “world”, reminded me of how important that level of authenticity is. I’d just finished vetting a manuscript by a first time author where she was loosey goosey about the history in her time period. There are things the RR will let you do and things that will get you blasted, and every writer should know what the margins are for her genre.
By the way, Jeaniene felt the Historical writers had it tough for research. I think the Contemporary writers must be more wary. It’s hard for a reader to go back in time . . . but very easy to know that people don’t sit side-by-side in Space Mountain or folks don’t pump their own gas in Oregon–and woe to the writer who gets those every day facts wrong.
Oh, what were we talking about?
Yes, thank you very much, I like being on the NYT list. And I don’t think the fam and I did anything special. It was a good moment, and then we moved on.
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The Marriage Ring
Author: Cathy Maxwell
Publisher: Avon/HarperCollins
Pub. Date: February 23, 2010
ISBN-13: 978-0061771927
368 pages
The woman who will one day wear Richard Lynsted’s ring will be genteel, dainty, and well-bred.
This eliminates Grace MacEachin on all three counts. A hellion of the first order, the alluring, infuriating woman would be nothing more than a passing temptation to an upstanding gentleman like Richard—if it weren’t for the fact that she’s trying to blackmail his father!
Or, as Grace sees it, trying to get justice—and maybe just the slightest hint of revenge on the family that tore her life asunder when she was just a girl. And as for Lynsted, well, the stuffy, humorless man wouldn’t suffer for time spent in company more exciting than that of his company ledgers. Only when Richard gets Grace alone, she discovers he may know a thing or two about excitement after all . . .
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How do you like writing novella compared to writing single titles? Does the word count make it an easier go?
I like the intensity of writing a shorter story and I hope the exercise translates to my full length books. My favorites are “Flanna and the Lawman” and “Nightingale.” I actually think it is harder to write shorter. Every word must count.
Do you have a daughter? If so, does she read your books? Do any of your children want to follow in your footsteps and become an author?
I have two daughters, both RRs! They do read my books. I wrote about one of them in the essay “Bedside Reading” that can be found at my website (www.cathymaxwell.com) I don’t know if I have any future authors amongst my children although each (I have three) is a very good writer. They know words convey more than just facts. If anything holds them back from writing, it is the sight of their mother sitting in one spot for hours, days at a time.
You state that you married a man you knew for less than a month. Do you believe in love at first sight?
I do not believe in love at first sight. I do believe in “Lust at First Sight”–but I wasn’t in love or lust with my husband. I couldn’t get rid of him. Every time I turned around, he was there. Kevin was a real Alpha guy, which is interesting because I’m an Alpha gal. And then, I just found myself agreeing to all of his ideas–including marriage. I knew I’d met my match and jumped in before I thought too much about it. I’m glad I did. We had a great synergy.
THE MARRIAGE RING Book trailer
Would you like to write in another genre someday, perhaps contemporary?
I don’t know what the future holds. It’s been six years since Kevin died, a real roller coaster of emotion. Anyone who has lost someone dear to them knows what I’m talking about. I had my career mapped out with all sorts of possibilities before his death and then I spent a good deal of time just hanging on.
And let me interject right here about how wonderful Avon and HarperCollins was during this period. Sometimes you will hear writers complain about how heartless publishers can be. That has not been my experience. Ever. Even before Kev’s death. Decisions have to be made because publishing is a business. At the same time, the majority of people I have met in publishing have great hearts. They are passionate and professional (passionately professional? Professionally passionate? Maybe both!) about what they do.
My goal has been to get right side up on my deadlines, then stretch ahead, and then see what is on the horizon. I’m really tired of paddling as fast as I can.
One thing I do know–I won’t leave Romance. I have many goals for my writing and I haven’t attained what I set out to do. I’m working on it, but I’m not there.
What’s coming up next for you? Can you give us a miniature blurb?
This December (2010) Andres’s story will be on the shelves–HIS CHRISTMAS PLEASURE. Remember, titles can, and do, change but that is where we are now. I love that book. Many of you remember Andres from SEDUCTION AT CHRISTMAS and THE EARL CLAIMS HIS WIFE. I’ve had boatload of mail from readers asking when they can expect his book. I hope they are not disappointed. I really love this character–a silver-eyed Spaniard who has been both villain and lover. Doesn’t get better than that!
And right now in in the beginning stages of the last book in the “Scandals and Seductions” series. It will be out in 2011 and feature a character from HIS CHRISTMAS PLEASURE. After that–I want to head to Scotland again. I’ve got a new series brewing in my mind that will be great fun.
Thank you, Bev, for this interview. It’s been fun. By the way, please remind your fans that I’ll be interviewing you March 25, 2010 1 p.m. EST on Romance Radio. We have a series of shows that live forever at Romance Radio (www.authorsonair.com) featuring the movers and shakers of in this special genre that we all love so well. Hope everyone can join us.
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Isn’t she sweet? Cathy, thank you so much for joining me today and sharing a bit of yourself with us.
Cathy will be popping in now and again throughout the day (February 22nd), so please feel free to ask questions. Also, make sure you enter to win 1 of 5 copies of THE MARRIAGE RING and corresponding signed book cover posters, which Avon Bookshas graciously offered up for raffle. Click here for entry details.
Comment today and 4 entrants for THE MARRIAGE RING will also receive a copy of one of the following books:
March’s Feature Giveaway is for New York Times bestselling author, Cathy Maxwell’sTHE MARRIAGE RING. Avon Books is giving away 5 advanced copies and 5 signed book cover posters February 22nd when I’ll also be interviewing Cathy on the blog. Entry details are here.
Enter to win a $25 Amazon Gift Certificate. How? Simple, just answer one question about my debut, Sinful Surrender. Entry details are here.
Poll is up for February Readers’ Top Pick! Vote here.
10 - Perfect! - Goes on keeper shelf forever. 9 - Excellent - Sooo close to perfection, it hurts. 8 - Very Good - Highly recommend 7 - Good - Solid read. Would recommend. 6 - Satisfactory - Okay. Would recommend with caveats. 5 - Fair – Wouldn’t recommend. 4 – Fatally Flawed 1-3 Poor (1 being one of the worst books I've ever read) - Didn't find much in it to like. DNF - Did Not Finish (Yes, it was that bad)
Heat Level
6 - Erotic – Extremely explicit language and lovemaking scenes. This includes BDSM, ménage a trios. 5 – Scorching – Explicit lovemaking scenes and language. 4 – Hot – Very hot lovemaking scenes. This includes oral sex but no more. 3 – Sensual – Lovemaking scenes are hot but not as detailed or long as Heat Level 4 2 – Mild – Lovemaking scenes are short. Very little detail. 1 – Inspy – Lovemaking scenes are practically non-existent. Kissing but definite closed door policy.
Secrets of Sin
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