Lady Luck (Colorado Mountain #3) - Kristen Ashley

I really loved this. Lexie was goofy and adorable and just so damn loving, I really enjoyed reading these kinds of qualities in a heroine. Now Ty was an asshole more than a few times to Lexie which made my heart clench but the way he reconciled it and the stuff he said made my heart swell. I didn't like when he called her 'mama' but that's just my personal opinion. On the other hand, I loved the times he called 'baby'. I always love it when any heroes I read, in any genre, in any scenario, when they call the heroine 'baby'.

I liked how this was more connected to the second book. We got to see more of our beloved characters from the previous books. And I loved all the new characters we met.

I thought this was the end of the Colorado Mountain series and then I found out there are three more books. Chase and Faye book will be released soon (OMG my heart), another book has two characters I haven't met and the last is Wood and Maggie's. I feel like I've hit the jackpot. Thanks Kristen Ashley!

I don't think anyone grasps how excited I am for Faye and Chase's book. You could guess my disappointment when I finished this book and nothing had happened. So you can now imagine how gleefully excited I was when I discovered they are getting their own book. Now, excuse me while I go squeal like a little girl.

MY RATING - 4½ SWOONS

I would just like the point out one scene, probably one of the best scenes out of everything I've read, that I think I will remember for quite some time. I wanted to sob after reading this. It's just so damn bittersweet.

“Your nightmare, mama, was my dream.”

My heart clenched.

He kept going. “Never had a home until you gave me one.”

My breath started sticking.

“Never had anyone give to me the way you gave to me.”

My breath stopped sticking and clogged.

“Never thought of findin’ a woman who I wanted to have my baby.”

Oh God.“Never had light in my life, never, not once, I lived wild but I didn’t burn bright until you shined your light on me.”

Oh God.“Whacked, fuckin’ insane, but, at night, you curled in front of me, didn’t mind I did that time that wasn’t mine ‘cause it meant I walked out to you.”

He had to stop. He had to.

He didn’t.

“Your nightmare,” he whispered, turned his head and against my neck he finished, “my dream.”

Then he kissed my neck, gave me one last squeeze of his long, strong, powerful arms then he let me go, shifted back, got to his feet and I heard his footsteps walking away.

Now if this scene doesn't convince you to read this novel, I honestly don't know what else would.

Sweet Dreams (Colorado Mountain #2) - Kristen Ashley

Okay so where should I start with this one? I know I enjoyed the hell out of reading it. It was a roller coaster ride but I'd pay to ride it again.

I'm not used to reading an heroine who is in her early 40's. In fact I've never read one. But since I only read heroines who are over age 20, I liked reading an older heroine. She certainly knows how to stand up for herself and she was no pushover which I absolutely love!

Tate is pretty stubborn, hard headed, pissed off a lot of the time and say mean shit that he doesn't mean but still hurts... But I still loved him. Hey, any man who is special enough to cure their woman's insomnia that she's had all her life is pretty damn special in my book. Seriously, he stayed up with her, held her, talked to her, tired her out so she could sleep... If you know what I mean.

Again, I didn't predict who the murderer was. So I'm either not the sharpest tool in the shed or KA really know how to write in a way that keeps a reader guessing and when the cat is let out of the bag, really knows how to shock her readers.

I loved Jonah, Shambles and Sunny, I even loved Wood, he was such a sweetheart, I felt sorry for him. Not surprisingly, I hated Neeta, with a vengeance. Anyone who reads this will feel the same way.

Now I'm really not sure how this is connected with the first book. It isn't really at all. We aren't even in Gnaw Bone anymore. It's set in a town close to it called Carnal. I think Nina was mentioned twice and Max was mentioned once.

Now the writing wasn't perfect and I thought there was way too many descriptions about the clothes, shoes, accessories and make up the heroine wears on different occasions but if you can push pass that then you'll enjoy this.

MY RATING - 4½ STARS

The Gamble (Colorado Mountain #1) - Kristen Ashley

I've had this series on my TBR shelves for a while and I have no idea why I waited so long to read! Now the heroes lack of pronouns killed my heart a little as lover of English but I pushed past that and enjoyed the story for what it is. There were so many surprises, twists and turns. I didn't at all find it predictable and I generally do when reading contemporary romance novels. This was my first Kristen Ashley book and I loved it.

It's so real and raw and gritty. I think those words sum it up nicely. I was surprised by the length of it actually. I haven't come across many contemporary romance novels that's longer in length. But hey, I'm not complaining. It meant I could savour it and have more to enjoy as I kept turning the pages. A page turner, that's another good way of explaining this novel. It keeps you turning the pages, begging you to just keep on reading.

This book had it all. There was mystery and suspense, lots and lots of drama and conflict, and not only the steamy relationship between the hero and heroine but the tenderness between them and the cuteness between the other couples like Mindy and Jeff. I loved the backstory woven throughout this as well. It kept us interested and engaged.

I loved all the characters we meet in the town of Gnaw Bone. Although word travels fast and there is basically no privacy but what else can you expect from small towns.

So, some people may be out of by Max's controlling and domineering ways but Nina is not push over, she's feisty and she's not afraid to bite back. Finally! A heroine who actually has a backbone and isn't afraid to step up to her man. I loved their relationship. And Max, he's protective and possessive... And he made me melt. Every single time he touched her or kissed her or even looked at her. He's a true alpha male and I loved every minute of it.

I only hope this author writes her other males similarly because I can't wait to devour those heroes.

Next up, I'm reading the next book in the series; Sweet Dreams.

MY RATING - 5 SWOONS

The Undomestic Goddess - Sophie Kinsella

I enjoyed reading this. I laughed, I felt my eyes stinging with tears, I loved reading the self discovery of Samantha Sweeting. I could just kiss Nathaniel because of what a sweetheart he is. He is such a swoon worthy character.

One thing I didn't like was how she was so determined that she didn't want to be a lawyer anymore and she wanted to be a housekeeper but then as soon as Guy says a few words, she decides she wants to be a lawyer again and basically breaks Nathaniel's heart. But alas, it all worked out in the end. And that's all I ever wanted.

MY RATING - 4 SWOONS

Sheltered - Charlotte Stein

Almost everyone has gone crazy loving this book. I enjoyed it, but I am definitely not crazy in love with it like many others seem to be which is kind of a let down.

I expected to swoon, my heart to beat fast and butterflies in my stomach, but I didn't really get any of that. I'm not sure if I went into this with my expectations too high or if I just wasn't in the mood or I merely just didn't connect with it. But I felt disappointed after reading this.

The best part about this book was Van. He is big and tough, dabbles in drugs, rides a motorcycle and not to mention... covered in tattoos and used to have a tongue piercing. But he was so damn sweet and tender. Just the way I, and probably billions of other women, like my men. Van cared for Evie so much. He fought for her, defended her, broke her out of her shell and introduced her to a lot of things in life we take for granted such as reading a magazine, watching movies with sex and/or violence, eating food that is in no way good for us and merely listening to any type of music we enjoy.

MY RATING - 3 SWOONS

Master of the Mountain (Mountain Masters, #1) - Cherise Sinclair

I wanted to write a proper review for this story. I did like it and I liked the fact that the whole story wasn't just about her thinking no one would want her because of her weight.

I didn't find the sex scenes enjoyable to read and found myself skipping those parts. Using the words 'labia' and 'clitoris' is just not a turn on.

I loved Logan, how mysterious he was but I really wanted the book to focus more on his character and the developing feelings between Logan and Rebecca, and not so much on the BDSM part.

There were a couple of things I didn't like so much, so do I regret reading this, you ask? Yes and no. Yes, because I liked the characters, even though I hated Matt and Ashley. And no, because I was left unsatisfied when I finished and that's the worst when reading a book.

MY RATING - 3 SWOONS

Deadly Lies (Deadly #3) - Cynthia Eden

I do not want this series to end. I wish it were never ending and I could just keep reading about all the different FBI agents in the SSD.

I love Samantha. She's still trying to move past the unfortunate incident that sprang upon her in the first book. But she's damn strong, stronger than she gives herself credit for. Max certainly helped her grow as a character.

Ah, Max... What can I say about dear old, Max? He's flawed. He's sexy. He gave Sam exactly what she needed, when she needed it. He was jealous, in the good way. You know when the hero gets jealous and you realise just how passionate he is about the herione and then your stomach gets all fluttery and you get all swoony. Yeah, Max has that effect on me. I like that he wasn't part of the SSD as well. It was nice that it was a little different.

Like I said above, I am truly sad that this is the last book of the series but maybe if we cross our fingers tightly, the author will hopefully write a fourth novel.

MY RATING - 5 SWOONS

Deadly Heat (Deadly #2) - Cynthia Eden

I knew it, I had a feeling who the killer was. The thing I like with this series so far is that the killers are not completely predictable because they come across so many suspects, it's up to you and your gut instinct to find out who you think it is.

I've found that the writing of the sex scenes have improved so much since the first book, you can really see that and I congratulate the author on that. It makes me all the more excited to read the third book in this series.

The gang reunited in this book. I was so excited, especially the fact that we got to see more of Monica and Luke again and how much they have grown in their relationship since the first novel.

Lora was awesome. She was headstrong and a determined character.

Kent... Ah, Kent. I liked his character in the first book and I fucking loved him in the second. He's laid back and he know what he wants and what he likes. He is protective and just so damn swoony. He knew from the beginning he had to have this girl. Even though their first encounter wasn't what you'd call romantic. *coughs* She punched him. I don't think this is the last we will see of him.

I can't wait to read the last and final novel in this triology.

MY RATING - 5 SWOONS

Deadly Fear (Deadly #1) - Cynthia Eden

I can barely write a coherent review for this. It took me barely two days to read this. It was suspenseful. It was sexy and sweet. It was fear and passion and fire and just everything mixed together.

I have to admit, I was scared reading some scenes. To be inside the head of a serial killer, to see what he is about to do next... *shivers* It's bone-chilling.

However, any book that can bring any reaction out of me must be a damn good book that definitely worth reading.

Luke was so swoony. He was just such a real character. He was passionate and he knew what he wanted and out of everything, he is a protector. He protects with all his life and more. And I love that about him.

I cannot wait to get my hands on the second book.

MY RATING - 5 SWOONS

Willing Victim - Cara Mckenna

I was pleasantly surprised just how much I enjoyed this. A message for new readers; don't let the disclaimer scare you off because you wouldn't want to miss this awesome book.

I know this is supposed to be an erotic novella but I just think it had so much potential and more to be an erotic raomance full length novel. We read about the physical connection between Flynn and Laurel but the emotional connection could have been expanded and there could be so much drama that could be thrown into the storyline to make a solid plot. It would be still be as brilliant as it is.

But be that as it may, I'm content enough to still enjoy what McKenna has produced in this story.

Mostly when I read erotic stories, the sex become repetative and often irritates me. I often find myself skimming the sex scenes in books sometimes. This was most definitely not the case with Willing Victim.

MY RATING: 5 SWOONS