Laura Heffernan - Sweet Reality review

I absolutely DEVOURED this book! This is the 2nd book in the series, and you definitely need to read America's Next Reality Star first! This book picks up where we left off in the prior book.  I enjoyed seeing the headlines to know what the media was saying and/or speculating and I liked seeing a little into Jen and Justin's lives prior to their next reality world jaunt. We see their normalcy and the things happening around them that stress them out.  They are looking forward to time away and a vacation together, despite it being part of another reality show.  They are so sweet and adorable together and I, too, wanted them to have a great vacation!
I LOVED getting old and new reality stars together on vacation. I felt like I was really watching a reality show unfold and the way Heffernan writes, she provides her readers with an insight into how they are really thinking/feeling plus doing what they need to do for the reality show. (i.e. confessions.) I was sucked into this story and couldn't put it down! 
As the story progressed, some things I could see coming due to drama needed for good reality show from the producers, but some things were not expected! I enjoyed the twists and the turns. There were a lot of "OMG" moments for me. Or "NO WAY!" This book is a must-read! 

**ARC provided by NetGalley for my honest review** 

SUGAR, SEA SALT, AND SHOW BIZ

Jen Reid's life after walking off a reality show has been great--she's gone from being a broke twenty-four-year-old Seattleite with no love life and no job to the twenty-five-year-old who got the guy, moved to Miami, and is starting a bakery with her best friend. She thinks her showmance love might be about to propose. And with mouthwatering goodies based on everyone's favorite shows, her business, Sweet Reality, is destined for success.

That is, until a killer competitor opens right across the street. If she's going to save Sweet Reality, Jen has to come up with a secret ingredient--like the recipe that won Totally 80s Bake-Off. Jen can get it--if she steps back into the spotlight. Soon she and her boyfriend are out to sea on a cruise ship full of reality stars, including her nemesis, Ariana; her lying, cheating ex; and some wicked producers looking to bring the drama. Separate cabins, "surprises" from her past, and scenarios tailor-made to spark fights are just the beginning. But with her self-respect, her business, and her future on the line, the fallout from this made-for-TV plotline will be all too real . . .

Praise for America's Next Reality Star

"Smart, witty, and really freaking good, America's Next Reality Star is a fun read that has you cheering from the first paragraph through the last page. Laura Heffernan spins an entertaining tale, expertly mixing the main character's real life events with the reality show's challenges. With enough drama to not only satisfy fans of reality TV shows, but readers who thrive on a good story with humor and romance, this book is a perfect read." --Kerry Lonsdale, Wall Street Journal bestselling author

"Reality TV fans, this is your book! Laura Heffernan captures all the drama and over-the-top craziness in this fun and flirty romance." --Amy E. Reichert, author of Love, Luck, and Lemon Pie

"America's Next Reality Star is one sweet, sexy brain-candy read! You won't be sorry you indulged." --Leah Marie Brown

Tarrah Anders - Froze review

This is the 2nd book in this series and I was excited to read Jacob's story! Jacob was known to be a partier and womanizer. However, despite his mother's expectations of him showing up at events for their company, he kept a low profile. But then Beth changes the game for him and he doesn't want that to be the case.  So we see Jacob struggle to be what he's lead everyone to believe and also have feelings for Beth.  Beth may have played a little dirty to get what she wanted, but Jacob finally stepped up and made his move. I enjoyed how Jacob didn't want to just party and hook up with various girls and he had to work on wooing Beth. He had done the exact opposite with her in the beginning and he needed to show her that he cared, that she wasn't like anyone else.  I enjoyed their story and their journey and I wasn't expecting the things that happened! I was glued to the book and had to know how things would turn out.  This was an interesting read and recommend it!  But, I do recommend reading Frozen Over first, as things will be better understood if you start in series order. Happy reading! 

**ARC provided for my honest review**

HER: I work for the #1 fashion company, Mad Designs, I'm the personal assistant to the CEO, who also happens to be my best friend. Little does my boss know that I am completely and irrevocably in love or lust, or whatever with HIS brother.

Jacob Maddox is hot, and not just hot but mouth-watering sexy, he is melt your panties, fan yourself like a girl with a crush, holy shit he is looking at me kind of hot!
We had an amazing drunken night together and then he acted as if the night never happened. Admittedly, I did too, except now I knew what it was like to have him naked on top of me, talking dirty in my ear and fucking me ten ways to Friday. 
So I may or may not have talked a friend of mine to pretend to be my boyfriend. And I may or may not have pretended that the night we shared was long forgotten just as he has. Actually, I’m lying, as he is all that I think about no matter how hard I try not to. 
Was I being catty and sneaky, you can say that. 
But I've learned that you got to go after what you want, and I want Jacob Maddox like I want to breathe air.

But of course, I found out that he comes with complications.

HIM: I am one part of Mad Designs and I’ve got it bad for my brothers best friend. We hooked up several months ago and I’ve tried to push back the feelings that I had for Beth, knowing that I wasn’t the type of guy she needed. My past isn’t pretty, and she knows that. But then she starts dating some jerk and I couldn’t have that. 
She thinks that she knows me, from what she has seen, but now it’s time for her to get to know the real me. 

But then all sh*t hits the fan and I’m afraid I’m going to lose her after I’ve finally got her.

Lexi Blake - At Your Service cover reveal

New York Time bestselling author Lexi Blake brings us the cover for AT YOUR SERVICE, the next book in the Masters and Mercenaries: Topped series releasing on November 14th!

     

Juliana O’Neil’s promising future was burned away in the heat of battle. She had been an officer with a bright future in the military, but now she is struggling to survive. Her husband gone and her career in shambles, she finds a job at Top as a hostess and tries to put together the pieces of her life. The last thing she needs is any kind of male attention, but she can’t help but be amused at her neighbor and coworker’s lothario antics. Not that she would have anything to do with him, at least not for more than one night. Javier Leones doesn’t understand monogamy. No woman could ever be enough for his endless libido, but he has to admit Juliana has his attention. For reasons he doesn’t fully understand, he can’t seem to get the gorgeous redhead with the sad eyes out of his head. After one scorching night together, he realizes he’ll never be able to get her out of his system. But with his reputation, he fears she’ll never see him as more than a one-night stand. When their passions collide, these new lovers will be forced to confront Juliana’s past and come to terms with Javier’s present. Will they find their way or will this reservation be canceled at the last minute?  

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Heidi McLaughlin - Sexcation review

Title: Sexcation

Author: Heidi McLaughlin

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Release Date: August 24, 2017

He’s British.

She’s American. 

They meet on vacation. 

And agree to fake name each other. 

One is lying about everything. 

The other is telling the truth. 

They’re about to embark on a sexcation.

But what happens when it’s over?

"Heidi McLaughlin does it again with this delightfully sexy read. Sexcation lines its chapters with rich character development, sex that doesn't have you skipping pages, witty banter/plot and belly laughs for days. These characters have jumped from the story and straight into my heart. 5 sweet yet sinful stars!" - K.Pinson, Author of Between the Raindrops

"With a sexy, British-accented hero & a tropical setting that had me longing for the beach, Sexcation is the perfect fictional getaway." - USA Today Best Selling Author, Cindi Madsen

"A sexy vacation romance perfect for your next summer read!" - Sarah Robinson, Best Selling Author of NUDES

"A book that kept a smile on face the whole time. I fell in love from the first word and couldn't stop reading till the end." - Natasha Madison, Best Selling Author

"The sexy as sin vacation we all dream about! Heidi McLaughlin does it again with Sexcation, a steamy read turned epic romance that will leave you rooting for that happy ending. Five sizzling stars!" - Best Selling Author, Amy Briggs

My Review

I LOVED this story. I was quickly consumed by Jade and Jackson! I truly did not want to put this book down.  They were complete strangers but 1000% attracted to each other and their chemistry was off the charts! This book is sexy, sweet, fun and all around awesome!

"And now that man is standing in the shared balcony space as I am, and for the life of me, I can't take my eyes off him."

And so it begins ... these two people are single, on vacation, so why not spend all their time together?! What started out as a way to avoid triplets, Tuffy, Buffy and Muffy, ended up being a vacation they would never forget. They are pulled toward each other and it was absolutely delicious. Jade thinks Jackson wouldn't be attracted to her in her normal life. Being in an exotic location brings out her creativity and starts the pretending. However, Jackson is truly attracted to her (vacation or not) and treats her like a queen. I enjoyed watching them get to know each other (as much as they would allow the truth to come out) however, they couldn't fake what activities they enjoyed doing or things they liked eating. It may have started out as fake, but emotions can't be ignored. I don't want to say too much to give this story away, as I believe it's better to be read without too much knowledge of what's to come. I enjoyed the twists and turns this story took and how things overlapped. This book brought all the feels and left me with a book hangover. Be prepared for Jackson to become your newest book boyfriend! Hurry! Run, go grab this AMAZING book today! 

I laugh and find myself tempted by her hand, which sits on the metal table. After our impromptu snogging session, Jade put on a nice little sundress which has my imagination running wild and some strappy sandals. Her toes are painted a turquoise blue. I found it a little weird at first; normally I see reds or pinks on toes, but rarely a blue colour. I quite like it. I like it a lot. In fact, I’ve yet to find something about this woman I don’t like. 

“And yet, you didn’t. I came over and kissed you. You could’ve punched me, kicked me in the nuts, or groped me. I’m grateful you let me kiss you the way I did.”

She blushes again. “Why did you? I’m sure there are other, more beautiful women at the resort that would’ve been happy to oblige you.”

“But then I wouldn’t be here with my pretend wife, trying to get to know more about her.”

Her eyes don’t waver from mine as she takes a sip of her cocktail. “Do you really want to get to know me?”

“The fake you, yes. I don’t want to get cornered by one of the triplets and not know my facts.”

“Are they in fact, triplets?”

I shake my head. “I haven’t got a bloody clue, to be honest with you. Fake tits all look the same at the end of the day.”

Her mouth falls open into a sexy little O and images of other ways I can make that happen pop straight into mind. “I named them Muffy, Tuffy, and Buffy. The names seemed fitting,” she says with a shrug. 

I crack the fuck up. “Then that is what we’ll call them until they leave.”

“Do you know when that is? Or what room they’re in?”

I lean over the table and pick her hand up. “They leave after us, and no, I don’t, thank goodness. I don’t care either. I made you a promise and I always keep my promises.” I bring her hand to my lips and let them linger against her skin until a passer-by makes a comment about us being in love. 

Not love, lust though, and I couldn’t be happier that I chose her to be my distraction this week. When I finally let go of her hand, she picks up her drink and finishes it. 

“Want another one?” I ask, already standing by the time she nods. I lean down and kiss the top of her head, inhaling the scent of her shampoo. The smell of grapefruit assaults my senses, making my heart race. I groan as I walk into the restaurant. I could’ve easily waited for the waitress to come back to us, but I needed to step away from Jade for a minute. She’s fucking deadly with her innocent façade and I have a strong reason to believe I’m going to fall victim to her and love every minute of it. 

When I walk out, there’s a bloke talking to her as if it’s an everyday occurrence. I have never been jealous of any man until now. The pure rage I feel, watching him talk to my pretend wife almost takes over my body, yet I find the will to let it go. Who am I to stand in the way of her potential hook-ups?

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Heidi is a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author.

Originally from the Pacific Northwest, she now lives in picturesque Vermont, with her husband and two daughters. Also renting space in their home is an over-hyper Beagle/Jack Russell, Buttercup and a Highland West/Mini Schnauzer, JiLL and her brother, Racicot.

When she's isn't writing one of the many stories planned for release, you'll find her sitting court-side during either daughter's basketball games.

Heidi's first novel, Forever My Girl, will be in theaters on October 27, 2017, starring Alex Roe and Jessica Rothe.

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