Harper Sloan-Cage (Corps Security #2)

Adult Romance-18+

**Warning** This book is intended for a mature reading**

Greg Cage was born to protect. While growing up, he was his mother and sister's shield against the world... until he failed. For the last decade, he has carried that guilt and need for vengeance around... until it was stripped from him. 

Now, with his best friend getting married and no longer needing his protection, he is even more lost, completely adrift, and desperate for some control. All he has ever known was how to protect: his family, his friends, and his country. Can he go against everything he has ever known, and give up that control? Melissa Larson will never let anyone hold the reins in her life. She has been the rock in her family for more years than she can remember, and the fight to keep them together is her main priority right now. She has always been fiercely independent and proud. The last thing she will ever do is ask for someone else's help. But when that choice is out of her control, forcing her to rely on others to save her and her family, and pick up the pieces that are left, will she be able to let someone else be her strength? The second Greg locks eyes with Meli, he knows that she is someone he needs. Someone he craves. Meli knew the second she met Greg that he would be nothing but trouble and heartache. Her life takes an unexpected turn, and that bitch Fate is back to wreak more havoc on another member of the Corps family. All hell breaks loose, leaving Greg no choice but to call in a favor. He hooks back up with his old friend Braxxon Breaker from the Breakneck MC. Together, they make sure that nothing threatens anyone Greg loves again.

{5 stars}

Ok, first off, if you haven't read the Breakneck series by Crystal Spears you won't get the Braxxon Breaker part of this story (great series, a must read to). That being said, I think I am even more in love with the men of Corps Security. We learned a lot about Cage in the first book, but now we get to see him all the way down to his soul. Melissa is his equal in attitude and strength. They are a match made in Heaven, but have to stumble thru the actions of some really horrible people to find their HEA. If you are to ever believe in love at first sight, then that's what Cage and Meli have. Add in the level of "3 piece" jewelry and melt the sheets passion and you have yourself a great couple. Laughed, cried, can't wait to keep reading.

**If you love Kristen Ashley's Dream Man or Rock Chick series, you will love this one. Great dynamic between all the characters. Lots of humor, passion, and major HOT Alpha Men.

Joanna Wylde-Reaper's Legacy (Reapers MC #2)

Adult Romance-alpha biker 18+

WELCOME TO THE CLUB

Eight years ago, Sophie gave her heart—and her virginity—to Zach Barrett on a night that couldn’t have been less romantic or more embarrassing. Zach’s step-brother, a steely-muscled, tattooed biker named Ruger, caught them in the act, getting a peep show of Sophie he’s never forgotten.

She may have lost her dignity that fateful night, but Sophie also gained something precious—her son Noah. Unfortunately, Zach’s a deadbeat dad, leaving Ruger to be Noah’s only male role model. When he discovers Sophie and his nephew living in near poverty, Ruger takes matters into his own hands-with the help of the Reapers Motorcycle Club-to give them a better life.

Living with outlaw bikers wasn’t Sophie’s plan for her son, but Ruger isn’t giving her a choice. He’ll be there for Noah, whether she wants him or not. But Sophie does want him, has always wanted him. Now she’ll learn that taking a biker to bed can get a girl dirty in every way…

{5 stars}

Arc was provided by publisher (and author) via netgalley.
Expected publication: January 28th 2014 by Berkley

Wow, Ruger is yummy ! I didn't think there would be anyone hotter than Horse, but Ruger ties him in alpha hotness. But Ruger has another side, one that makes you just want to sigh and hug him. His  first encounter with Sophie was one he has never forgotten. And after the birth of Noah, he takes on the role of protector and pseudo-dad. But the life in an MC is not one he wants to give up to be "leashed" by anyone. But life has a way of making other plans. Sophie and Noah need him, life (and Zach) have taken their toll on her and she just can't seem to catch a break and get ahead. Ruger steps in time and time again until he has had enough and moves her home with him so he can watch over them. They both want each other, but neither one are willing to admit it outright, and Ruger is unwilling to commit totally to one woman. Oh how the mighty alpha fall, they never know what they have until it's almost yanked away from them for good. They fight each other time and time again, only to wind up back in each others paths. And wow, do they collide in enough passion to make you sweat...whew! Add in lots of chaos in the MC, and things are never quiet. We get lots of action leading up to Horse and Marie's wedding (what a party!) Life and death danger, and all the other "things" that accompany the men, and women, in an MC. Absolutely loved Ruger and Sophie, the series is one of my top 5 in my biker genre. A must read for anyone who has a Sons of Anarchy addiction like myself.

**secret** I was so into this story I took my kindle to work and read every moment I could. Looking forward to Em's story....who will she choose?

Harper Sloan-Axel (Corps Security #1)

Adult Romance-18+

Note from the author--This book is intended for a mature reading audience and isn't suitable for younger readers. 

Fate hasn’t always been friends with Isabelle West. In fact, fate has been a downright bitch. Isabelle has learned the hard way how hard life can be when fate isn’t by your side. It can hand you dreams on silver platters, but it can snatch them right back and hand you nightmares. One thing Isabelle knew for sure fate was consistent with was taking away everything she ever loved. For the last two years Isabelle has been slowly clearing the clouds of her past. Happiness is finally on the horizon. She has a thriving business, great friends, and her life back. All she has to do is jump over the last hurdle…her ex-husband. When problems start causing her to fear her new life, and memories that are better left forgotten start rushing to the surface the last thing she needs is a ghost from her past to come knocking on her door. Axel never thought he would look into the eyes of Isabelle West again, and he wasn’t sure he wanted to now. He’s carried his anger for so long he isn’t sure he can just turn it off, but when he is faced with protecting her and an unexpected desire to have her again, life gets a little more complicated. How will Axel and Isabelle deal when all their cards are put on the table and everything they thought was true blows up in their faces?

{4 stars}
If you love the Dream Man series by Kristen Ashley, you will love this one. Super HOT Alpha men galore. This book took off from the start, never slowing down, always keeping my attention. We flip back in forth in the timeline a little at the beginning so we can get up to speed on what happened to bring her to this point. I was on the edge of my seat waiting for the moment Axel would appear in her life again. Didn't know exactly how that was going to go, and was surprised by how Axel reacted. And one would think that she is a bit of a crier, but if I had been thru what she went thru, I don't think I would have ever left the bed. Add in the passion between the two and the pages smoked! Kudos Ms. Sloan, you have me hooked!

J. M. Stone-Under My Skin (Skin Deep #2)

Adult Romance-18+

One little piercing. That’s all Allie wanted when she dragged her best friend into Skin Deep. She never imagined that it would result in a busted lip and an engagement ring for Emma, or that it would come with a double side of six-foot plus, tattooed, sexy-as-sin, H.O.T. maleness for her! Now she’s torn because Brandon and Jackson have both let it be known that they want her. And both are used to getting what they want. But what about what Allie wants? 

Brandon is hot for Allie. So is Jackson. Neither of them are willing to step aside for the other and they’re tired of Allie running. So they hatch a plan… 

Add in wedding bells, a dog named Doug, and you’ve got a recipe for a good time. Or a disaster. 

*Recommended for readers 18+ due to HOT sexual encounters, adult situations, and language.


{4 stars}

I'm not sure I really appreciated that emotional rollercoaster Ms. Stone, laughing my ass of one minute to move into bawling my eyes out the next. What a ride!

At first, this story seemed to take a stroll down the hot and steamy bedroom path. Lots of action but not much plot going on. But first impressions can be deceiving. The storyline takes lots of twists and turns, some LMAO, others more emotional that will have you reaching for the Kleenex's. The "steam" between Allie, Jackson, and Brandon is dream worthy. You will need a cooling fan or more batteries, take your pick. I don't want to give any spoilers away, so i will just say if you love the first book as much as I did, you will definitely love this one. This series is really one to read!

Jamie McGuire-Beautiful Disaster (Beautiful #1)

Adult Romance-18+ College

INTENSE. DANGEROUS. ADDICTIVE.

Abby Abernathy is a good girl. She doesn’t drink or swear, and she has the appropriate number of cardigans in her wardrobe. Abby believes she has enough distance from the darkness of her past, but when she arrives at college with her best friend, her path to a new beginning is quickly challenged by Eastern University’s Walking One-Night Stand.

Travis Maddox, lean, cut, and covered in tattoos, is exactly what Abby wants—and needs—to avoid. He spends his nights winning money in a floating fight ring, and his days as the ultimate college campus charmer. Intrigued by Abby’s resistance to his appeal, Travis tricks her into his daily life with a simple bet. If he loses, he must remain abstinent for a month. If Abby loses, she must live in Travis’s apartment for the same amount of time. Either way, Travis has no idea that he has met his match.

{3 stars}

Well......I'm sure I am in the minority. But I am not in love with Travis Maddox. I did like him more than Abby, but for some reason nothing in this story "clicked" with me. I thought the Vegas trip was a waste of backstory, and there was too much "angst" going on rather than true passion. Together...not together....together...not together, then the fire? Really? Liked it ok, didn't love it. 

J. C. Emery-Thrash (Bayonet Scars #2)

Adult Romance-18+-biker

Loneliness suffocates the heart. Acceptance breaks down walls.

As a Lost Girl to the Forsaken Motorcycle Club, Nicole Whelan knows how to party. She’s not cut-out for relationships and her life is way too complicated for anything more than casual encounters. But one night when she falls into Duke’s bed at the clubhouse, he sees something in her that he can’t let go of—no matter how many times she tries to run.

Having been left to raise her teenage brother, Jeremy, she’s already got her hands full and isn’t looking for anymore complications. But Duke’s just watched his best friend fall for the only girl he couldn’t have, and then almost lose her so shortly after, shaking him to his core. Faced with his own loneliness, he’s more determined than ever to break down Nic’s walls and show her that he can be good for her; but he’s got a bad track record and she’s got a bad temper. Changing his ways isn’t easy when he’s not sure what he’s even changing for.

The violence and turmoil are at an all-time high, and Forsaken is in a vulnerable place when a twist of fate breathes new life into the club. It’s a much-needed beacon of hope for the embattled biker family, even if everyone’s not exactly on board. With Duke and Nic’s relationship already on shaky ground, and something even more important at stake, the Forsaken Motorcycle Club will fight like hell to keep their family together and whole.

Love is never more precious than when it’s new.

{4 stars}

First, let me start off by saying that this book backs up a little in the timeline, so don't think you are confused. We need to back up and explain Duke and Nic's past to know the why and where that they are going. 

Ok, Love, Love, Love Duke! Nic grew on me, didn't really like her at first, but after you hear a little about her story you come to understand her.  I am going to admit that I like Duke more than I like Trigger. This story had a little more emotional grip on me. I really felt we were pulled into the MC life and had some "real" life going on. And the passion between Duke and Nic was absolutely sweat worthy! Add in the drama with Alex and the mafia (laid out in the first book), we get a better overall understanding as to what is really going on. And I enjoyed every word of it. Can't wait to see what's going to happen next.