Promises Reveal

Promises Reveal by Sarah McCarty

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
A woman will protect her man with her life. I've read many historical books and in my opinion, Sarah McCarty rates right up there with the ONLY series, if you know what I mean.


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Five-Star Cowboy

Five-Star Cowboy by Charlene Sands

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you have money, you can fineggle anything. lol

A boss seduces the employee, but does it well. She wants to keep the relationship a secret but he is a possessive in charge guy. I liked him because his business did come first but he thought about consequences...


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Heart of Stone

Heart Of Stone by Diana Palmer

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Older wealthy rancher ignores beautiful friend of family because of his previous experience with beautiful woman. She has family and physical scars that no one knows.

Once he finds out she is in trouble, he comes to the rescue. Can she chip this Heart of Stone?


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I'll Be Home for Christmas

I'll Be Home for Christmas by Linda Lael Miller

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
When Sarah arrives in town, widower Joe Courtland shows up in his van to pick her up, because her Aunt Delores has broken her ankle. Joe brings his twin boys, Sam and Ryan and their pet dog, Dodger. There are sparks between them, but Sarah and Joe refuse to acknowledge them. Will they end up being one big happy family? What will happen to Aunt Delores? Will Sarah leave town? Does Marlie’s Real Mother come to get her?

ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS by Catherine Mulvany is the second story in the book and it’s about family dreams. Hailey Miller has a crush on handsome jock twin Kennedy MacCormick. Studious twin Thomas MacCormick, is at an academy and he ain’t bad looking either even though they are not identical twins. Hailey and her mom, Sarah, the housekeeper moved in with the MacCormick’s’ six years ago. John “Mac” MacCormick is the dad to the twins, and over the years, he and Sarah dated.



Hailey believes in fairy tales and writes them frequently, not letting anyone know, except Thomas when he came home for Christmas. Thomas knows Hailey has a crush on Kennedy but that does not stop him from having a crush on Hailey. These are not brother-sister feelings either. What will happen with this triangle? Will Mac and Sarah marry? Will Hailey love either of the brothers? What about the family curse?



Kennedy becomes an actor, and Thomas becomes a network correspondent. Will they return home for Christmas? Do you believe in intervention?



MELTDOWN by Julie Leto was the steamiest story of the four. MELTDOWN had explicit words and sex, lots of sex. This is definitely a read for adults only.



Simon Brennan, CEO of Making Moms Foundation, lusts after his public relations manager, Isabel Ruiz. She was asked to improve his image, as he frowns quite a bit and he comes across as stiff and scaring their clients. Isabel is requested to loosen him up a bit.



Isabel Ruiz is up for any challenge and agrees to help make her boss more receptive to the clients. She will even exercise with him at his health club, if it will help. Of course, this is way beyond her job performance, having to look at him in shorts, all sweaty and gorgeous.



Isabel goes on a vacation to Mexico with her sister and is given a mask that is supposed to have magic powers. Does Isabel believe in this? Is Isabel up for the job of changing Simon? Will she be able to help Simon, or does she help herself? Why is Simon CEO of Making Moms Foundation? I think you will be surprised to find the answer.



YOU CAN COUNT ON ME by Roxanne St. Claire is the final story in this anthology and includes mystery and lust.



Raquel Durant has trained to be a body guard in New York City at Bullet Catchers for over three years and is given her first assignment to guard the eight-year old daughter, Kristina, of a Russian investor, Grigori (Gregg) Nyekovic. She has talked with him on the telephone and is quite impressed with his background as KGB, but as she leaves for her assignment, her boss, Lucy warns her to keep track of the daughter and to leave the father alone. Remember to listen.



Gregg is in New York and has a bid in for a Faberge’ egg he has at his apartment. When Raquel is given money to take Kristina shopping, Gregg discovers that the egg is missing. After shopping at the American Girl doll store, and buying a doll, Kristina’s doll and little purse are stolen. Kristina was upset about the purse being gone and her father finding out. Naturally, with Kristina being so upset, Raquel thinks Gregg could be a child abuser but, Kristina had put the Faberge’ egg in her shoulder bag because she thought it to be a tree ornament. An egg for which Gregg has bid five million dollars. Who would suspect a child would be carrying such a valuable egg in her little purse? How does Raquel feel about this on her first day as a bodyguard? Does Gregg try to take the blame? Who would do this to Gregg?



I was sitting in a restaurant reading CHRISTMAS OF THE RED CHIEFS and the tears were flowing. A lady came over and wanted to know if I were all right. I told her “I am reading the most wonderful Christmas story and these are happy tears”. I have been a fan of Linda Lael Miller for over ten years and I think I have read everything she has written. I love the way she writes.

http://www.lindalaelmiller.com



I have not read Catherine Mulvany before but I can tell you I will be looking for her writing again after reading ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS. She made me believe in the afterlife. Thank you, Catherine

http://www.catherinemulvany.co...





I think I have read everything that Julie Leto has written and MELTDOWN…well the title says it all. It is absolutely wonderful. I loved Simon’s mother, Jeanette and wish there was a complete story on her. Julie, you’ve got magic here.

http://www.julieleto.com





I did not want YOU CAN COUNT ON ME to end. It was very exciting all the way through and I would definitely trust a Bullet Catcher. This made me cry when the doll was stolen from Kristina, and my heart race when Gregg and Raquel enjoyed the limo ride. I have read several of Roxanne St. Claire’s books before and will definitely continue to read her books, but I do need to catch up on the rest of The Bullet Catchers series. I love the way Roxanne writes.

http://www.roxannestclaire.com





I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS anthology from four of the top romance writers is refreshing during these 90 degree days. This was much more than I expected and I am proud to review this. I laughed, I cried and I had thoughts of contacting distant family members. Each woman put forth an effort that made me believe in home and hearth and happy holidays. This book is definitely a keeper to be read each year around the holidays, if not sooner. Thank you, ladies. This will become a classic.

By Romance Junkies Reviewer: Phyllis Ingram


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Rough and Ready

Rough and Ready by Sandra Hill

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Torolf Magnusson was not amused. Talking to his sister Kirstin, who was a Ph.D scholar of ancient studies, she had asked him a what-if question about traveling back in time. She then showed him some of the lost pages from The Old Norse Chronicles and a chill ran up Torolf’s spine. Someone had to stop the madness in Norway and Max was up for the job. Of course, his team mates did not want him to go by himself, so they were now on a longboat, a reproduction of a Viking dragonship in Norway. This was definitely a tourist trap, but then, the unimaginable happened… they crashed.



Torolf Magnusson (Max) was a Lieutenant in the Navy, one fifth of the Force Squad SEAL Team. Other members are Petty Officer Justin “Cage” LeBlanc, a Cajun from Louisiana, Lieutenant (J.G) Zach “Pretty Boy” Floyd, an ex-race car driver, Lieutenant (J.G.) Jacob Mendoza (JAM) an ex-Jesuit priest (yeah, you read that right) and finally Ensign Merrill “Geek” Good, a computer prodigy, the only Naval Academy graduate of the five of them. It was hard for Max to explain to the guys that he had to travel back to the eleventh-century Norselands to kill a terrorist named Steinolf. Just how do you time-travel? Then he explained that he had time traveled to California along with some of his family and these guys accepted what he said. How’s that for trust of your fellow man?



Brunhilda (Hilda) Berdottir had a broken arm, blackened eye and bruises all over her body but she trudged on to find the hunting lodge, Deer Haven which was promptly renamed, The Sanctuary. She had five other women with her who had also been beaten, and some, had even been raped. All thanks to the terrorist of that time, Steinolf. They vowed their revenge, but could these women take revenge by themselves? Or do the SEALS come to their rescue, from the future? As the women had sworn off men five years ago, would Viking Max and the other SEALS be accepted or rejected? When Torolf introduces himself to Hilda, she tells him “that dunderhead is dead”. He convinces her he is not, then her dog, Stig begins to hump his leg.



ROUGH AND READY is one of the best of Sandra Hill’s fabulous stories. The dialog between the men and women is amazing and hilarious. Sandra once again pens one of the funniest, sexiest Viking time-travel stories, in ROUGH AND READY. I would absolutely love to just sit with her and listen to her ideas for a weekend. She has to be an absolute riot to be around. The dialect in this book will have you laughing out loud. You can almost see the characters as their descriptions are so vivid. I burst out loud laughing so hard when the women wanted men “with seeds in their pods”.



If you haven’t read Sandra Hill novels before, please start with this one and then do as I’ve done and try and find all the rest. My absolute favorites are the Cajun Series (just read THE LOVE POTION) and Tee John is in PINK JINX which came out in November.

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High Country Bride

High Country Bride by Linda Lael Miller

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this controlling father, Angus McKettrick. Three sons live with him and he has them compete for the ranch inheritance. The first to marry and produce a grandchild will win.



I laughed and I cried. Makes it a good book to me.


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Sierra's Homecoming

Sierra's Homecoming by Linda Lael Miller

My review

rating: 3 of 5 stars
This switches between the past and the present. Sorry to say it was not one of my favorite McKettrick Women but I'm glad I read it, and I will be reading the rest...


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Eve's Christmas

Eve's Christmas by Janet Dailey

My review

rating: 4 of 5 stars
Nice story which does not have to be read at Christmas. I was introduced to Janet Dailey's books in 1993 and have loved the way she writes. I try to find all I can by her.


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Hidden Agendas

Hidden Agendas by Lora Leigh

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another winner for Ms. Lora. Her SEAL books are hot. If you've ever read her books, you know what I mean. Enough said.


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Night of Love

Night of Love by Diana Palmer

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is dated 1993 but because it is by Diana, I read it and really enjoyed it. It's less than 200 pages but was a great afternoon read. Thank goodness for used book stores. lol


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Nobody's Baby But Mine

Nobody's Baby But Mine by Susan Elizabeth Phillips

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I've read this book, I've bought the audio and to tell you the truth, I could listen every week. This along with several of her other books are my FAVORITES. Susan Elizabeth Phillips writes like no one else. There is enough erotica to keep you interested but the relationships of the characters is what makes it SO FUNNY. This book teaches you to not take people at face value but try to learn something about them.



The continuation of this is Dream A Little Dream. Excellent books.


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Renegade

Renegade by Diana Palmer

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I don't know how I missed this the first time around in 2004. The story of love, loss, heartbreaking pasts, a real tear-jerker for me so I LOVE IT. Cash Grier and Tippy Moore both have skeletons in their closets. Diana Palmer is an automatic buy for me. I love the family aspect in her stories and even though some do not turn out as you'd like, if a story makes me cry, then it's a winner to me. Thanks, Diana.


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Iron Cowboy

Iron Cowboy by Diana Palmer

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Diana Palmer is the Queen of writing cowboy stories. There are some writers who write westerns and are climbing the ladder and I'm happy for them. but The Long tall Texans, I think right now will continue to be my favorites. lol



Jared Cameron is a loner but Sara Dobbs thinks he is an Ogre. Very interesting. This book introduces Tony the Dancer, who I hope gets his own book. I'm a fan, what can I say?


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Promises Keep

Promises Keep by Sarah McCarty

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love the way Sarah MccCarty writes.



Ex-marshall Cougar McKinnely meets Mara Kincade in a bordello. From that day on, his life is changed. She definitely keeps him on his toes. Does their life work out or are there many bumps in the road? This is an Ellora's Cave Romantica novel.



Well worth reading!! Thanks, Sarah.




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Weeked Warriors (Sisterhood Series, Book #1)

Weekend Warriors by Fern Michaels

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the beginning of seven books of the Sisterhood Series. Women who have been wronged by the Justice courts, get their revenge on the people who got away with their crimes. It's fiction, but I cheered the women. Some of the things that happen are just plain funny. Is there someone you would like to suffer for something that happened to you?


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Mac's Law

Mac's Law by Sarah McCarty

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sarah McCarty is becoming an all-time favorite of mine in the field of western erotic writers. This is my first of hers but not my last. I certainly hope this Unchained Series continues being written. She has many books out and the "Promise" series is just wonderful. Promises Reveal will be out in October.



I met Sarah at the Lori Foster/Dianne Castell get together in June 2008. She is a friendly wonderful woman with incredible blue eyes. She is also a gadget person like I. Keep on writing and I will continue to read, Sarah. I promise I will buy everything she writes from now on. I love a western and she is right up there with Diana Palmer, only steamer. Mac was such an Alpha who finally met his match. I only wish he were real.

I have bought Sam's Creed but have not listened to it yet.


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MacKenzie's Mountain MacKenzie's Mission

The Mackenzies: The Dynasty Begins by Linda Howard

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have to say this is my all time favorite of Linda Howard's. Wolf Mackenzie. If you've read it, then that's all I have to say. Joe MacKenzie ain't too bad either. lol



This has been reissued and EVERYONE should read this at least once.


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The McKettrick Way (McKettrick Women, McKettrick's Book #9) (Silhouette Special Edition #1867)

The McKettrick Way McKettrick Women by Linda Lael Miller

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Absolutely Loved this. So far, this is the favorite of the McKettrick Women series. Meg and Brad. Brad is a singer who leaves home, finds fame and then returns home. Meg is the woman left behind and heartbroken. Can the two find love again. Angus tries to help...great story. I cried, I laughed.


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