Apr 18, 2023 | Amy Andrews, April 2023, Blog
Playing it Tough by Amy Andrews is the eighth installment in the Sydney Smoke Series, a cosmetic tattoo artist, a rugby player, and a twist on a celibacy pact- yes please! Wait, there’s more – forced proximity, neighbors with benefits trope, and deep fried hoho’s. No, that’s not a trope but trust me, it adds to the fun.
Amy writes her stories with compelling characters and takes us on their journey through a difficult subject matter of cancer and how they find their way. It’s a sensitive topic and for some, it can be a trigger. There are plenty of scenes that provide laughter, others you might shed a few tears. There is always the potential for hearts breaking as these characters reflect and grow through the unexpected. From the dedication page to the last I was unable to put this book down. Each reader has a reason they gravitate towards their books and no matter the season or reason, genre, trope, or author, this is a must read.
Ronan Dempsey is laser focused in his career aspirations to play rugby and will do whatever he must to stay focused on his game, distractions of any kind could lead to injury or dreams shattered in an instant. What will happen when needs to move out of his apartment, will he be able to focus after meeting his new “neighbor” or will his pact be in jeopardy?
Orla Stewart overhauled her life to stay healthy and loves her job as a cosmetic tattoo artist, a job with rewards that go beyond those she works with. Everyone handles the effects and impact of trauma and loss differently. Sometimes we need a village to find our way. When Orla meets Ronan her entire world will shift, can she stay focused on her plan, or will the sexy new neighbor force her to face her fears and reassess her rules?
Are we defined by our past, or does the past define our future? While we can’t predict it, some say our destiny is written in the stars, and others say it’s pure luck. Sometimes the path we think we need to take becomes a stepping stone. A landing to lead us to our next new adventure that is bigger and brighter than the one we imagined. To achieve our dreams we need to take a leap of faith. In our weakest moments if we accept help, it allows us to be vulnerable, and that’s when the magic happens.
If you’re looking for a scorchin hot read with off-the-charts chemistry, witty banter with frequent food references, and a “not having sex” layer seamlessly woven into the world of Sydney Smoke rugby one-click today.
Caution, this Scorchin hot read may lead to unexpected need to turn on the A/C. So steamy the pages ignite. May include a dash of Erotic elements or elude to further exploration of desire and need. Trigger warning – cancer and mention of scars.
Thank you NetGalley and Entangled Publishing for this advance reader copy for review consideration. All opinions are my own.
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Jul 16, 2018 | Amy Andrews, Blog, July 2018
Playing Dirty by USA Today Bestselling Author Amy Andrews is a Rugby romance with a wicked plot and it’s a must read. It’s the perfect escape from a hot summer day, a lazy day on the beach or anywhere you are! Grab a cool drink and cozy up for a bookcation like no other!
When you’re the coach’s daughter, there is only one golden rule…never date a player. Too bad Valerie King doesn’t listen ;). Valerie has spent her life consumed by a horrific accident that has left her family broken.
All grown up, Valerie would trade it all for her family to see her, and not what was lost. When she meets the sexy Kyle Leighton of the Sydney Smoke, all bets are off. Is her one-night of sin strictly a game or is she out to satisfy the one thing she can control, the ability to open up her heart and find love?
Kyle knows the rules as the newbie but forgot one important step. One hot night with a woman at a bar will potentially destroy everything he’s worked his entire life for. How will his family react when the past is dredged up and everyone he loves could be impacted from one mistake, years ago? Who will do the right thing?
A woman out for love and a man who will defy his team to keep the one thing he can’t give up. What will he do when he realizess that admitting it could mean the end of his career?
Would you take a risk on the ultimate once in a lifetime love? If you’re looking for a Scorchin hot sports romance, this is one-click worthy! Caution, may lead to unexpected need to turn on the A/C.
I love how Amy infused family, friendship, and a love that will curl your toes and leave you craving more.
I received an ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review.
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Jan 3, 2018 | Amy Andrews, Blog, January 2018
Are you still craving a holiday romance read? If so, you need to one-click Hanky-Spanky Christmas by Amy Andrews.
Darcy Henderson is all work with very little time for play. Will one night out at a new club in town change her perspective of a “good time?” Darcy is about to confront her deepest desires and find out what can happen when she finally discovers what she wants. I love a story that can blend humor with character growth and in this novella, it works brilliantly.
Mitch Callaghan lives in the same building as Darcy and the attraction between them is electric, but will they get enough courage to explore their feelings? Tis’ the season for being kind, even your nosy neighbors ;).
While the trees may be gone and the ornaments boxed up for next Christmas, the romance is strong. There is always room for a little holiday adventure with a lovable cast of characters and one hilarious scene that will keep you reading until the very last page.
A two and a half spicy latte bite-sized holiday read has the right amount of holiday spice and sweet delights that will keep you cozy and warm. Add laughable moments with a swoon-worthy hero and you have the recipe for the perfect book to weather any cold winter’s night. Oh, and for mature readers, 18+. I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review.
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Author Info:
Amy is an award-winning, best-selling Aussie author who has written over fifty contemporary romances in both the traditional and digital markets. She loves good books, fab food, great wine and frequent travel – preferably all four together. She lives on acreage on the outskirts of Brisbane with a gorgeous mountain view but secretly wishes it was the hillsides of Tuscany. To keep up with her latest releases and giveaways sign up for her newsletter – https://www.amyandrews.com.au/newsletter.html
Mar 28, 2016 | Amy Andrews, Blog, Jackie Braun, March 2016, Rachel Lyndhurst, Robin Covington, Roxanne Snopek, Sarah Ballance, Uncategorized
Happy Book Birthday Men of the Zodiac! This Spicy Latte collection sizzles with stories from must read authors. Twelve men are ready to make your toes curl and your dreams come true.
For $0.99 you TWELVE Spicy Latte reads from Entangled Publishing (Indulgence):
Impulse Control by Amanda Usen
The Millionaire’s Deception by Wendy Byrne
The Millionaire’s Forever by Amazon Bestselling author Sonya Weiss
Ten Days in Tuscany by Amazon Bestselling author Annie Seaton
The Millionaire Daddy Project by USA Today Bestselling author Roxanne Snopek
Revenge Best Served Hot by Jackie Braun
The Prince’s Runaway Lover by USA Today Bestselling author Robin Covington
The Colonel’s Daughter by USA Today Bestselling author Amy Andrews
One Night with the Billionaire by Sarah Ballance
The Greek Tycoon’s Tarnished Bride by Rachel Lyndhurst
Blurring the Lines by NYT and USA Today Bestselling author Marisa Cleveland
Her Sworn Enemy by Theresa Meyers
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I will be posting additional reviews from the other books later this week. Here are a few that I’ve previously reviewed and are posted in full.
I received each book from the publisher for a fair and honest review. I look forward to surprising a few friends with this celestial collection!
*****
Sign: Leo
The Millionaire Daddy Project (Men of the Zodiac) by Roxanne Snopek is a sexy, emotional and full of rich characters. I love when a great read has a cover that draws you in, and this most certainly does!
Dane Bergman is a power hungry business man that hates secrets and abhors lies even more! When his employees push for an internal daycare he balks at the idea. It’s not until he discovers the truth regarding a child he never knew existed, that the daycare option doesn’t seem so terrible.
While this alpha male can run a mega corporation, he has no clue what to do with a child. Roxanne is brilliant when she tackles the simple task of cooking a child dinner. For those who have had the pleasure – it’s brilliant and raw!
Tired of how he’s handling his personal life, his personal assistant Pamela Atwater has a 30 day plan to turn this stiff and dodgy man into a hands on dad. In order for this plan to work, he needs to make his daughter a priority. Dane is one step ahead of Pamela and has a few conditions for her too. Will she accept? Can he win over a four year old? Will he find out that he’s capable of loving and being loved?
I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review. I enjoyed reading this book (the Men of Zodiac Series) and look forward to the next one soon! I love when I find a new author to read and will be downloading another book from Roxanne soon!
Author Info:
USA TODAY Bestselling Author Roxanne Snopek writes contemporary romance both sexy and sweet, in small towns, big cities and on secluded islands, with families and communities that will warm your heart. She also drives a fast car, lifts heavy objects and repels department store greeters with a single glance. Her fictional heroes (like her own real-life hero of 25+ years) are swoon-worthy, uber-responsible, secretly vulnerable and occasionally dough-headed. Animals love them, too, which is a huge plus! Her books have hit the Kindle Top 100 and the Barnes and Noble Top 10 list numerous times, and have been shortlisted for various awards.
Avid gardener, soup-maker and bread-eater, Roxanne writes from British Columbia, Canada, surrounded by dogs, cats, deer, squirrels and occasionally bear and bobcat. When she thinks of it, she does yoga and cleans the house. Well, not that last thing.
*****
Sign: Virgo
Revenge Best Served Hot (Men of the Zodiac Novel) by Jackie Brun is a fast paced romance full of corporate takeover, revenge and unexpected twists and turns.
Brody Flynn has vowed revenge on business tycoon Jonathan Douglass after his parents died. What better than a corporate take-over from the man who destroyed his family. There’s just one glitch, he’s seriously attracted to Jonathan’s daughter and she’s not happy with his plans.
Katherine Douglass is more than just a pretty face, in fact she’s a sharp business woman who has her own ideas of how the corporation should run. Too bad no one listens to her. Will Brody finally appreciate her mind or fall for her body instead? Her talents surprise him and send his libido into overdrive.
Corporate takeovers are usually messy and this one is no exception. When Kate’s father asks her to go too far in helping him win back his former company she has a decision to make. Will Brody find saistcation once he gets what he wants? Both of them have issues to work through.
While this is part of a series it can be read on it’s own. I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review. I look forward to more great reads in this series soon!
Author Info:
Jackie Braun is the author of more than 30 romance novels. Over the years, her books have been nominated for three Rita Awards, four National Readers’ Choice Awards and won a Rising Star Award. Among other honors, she is a past nominee for Series Storyteller of the Year by RT Book Reviews.
Jackie has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and has worked at newspapers and other publications for more than two decades. For the past several years, she has freelanced as both an editorial writer and a copy editor.
Jackie is an avid gardener, a wannabe chef and a hoarder of traditionally published books, even though she loves her Kindle. She is the secretary/vice president of her book club, which boasts more than 170 members. (And no, they don’t all read the same book each month. The club brings in speakers–mostly authors–to discuss a variety of topics.)
Jackie was born, raised and educated in Michigan. With the exception of a couple of briefs stints in New York—as a college intern for Good Housekeeping magazine in Manhattan, and as a copy editor at The Niagara Gazette in Niagara Falls—she has lived in the Great Lakes state her entire life.
She is happily married to her hero, Mark, and the proud mom of two sons. She also is “mom” to an adorable, if needy rescued miniature poodle mix.
She loves to hear from readers, who can find her on twitter and facebook or contact her through her website at https://www.jackiebraun.com.
*****
Sign: Libra
The Colonel’s Daughter by Amy Andrews is another sizzling Men of the Zodiac novel that you must read. If you’re looking for a contemporary romance story that has chemistry, adventure and lots of surprises you must download this book now.
Ivy Danforth is tired of her father controlling everything she does. Convinced that she can survive on her own she sets off with her best friend for a summer she won’t forget. Little does she know how far her father will go to keep her under his control.
Seth Rodrigo is former Special Forces and owes Ivy’s father a favor. All he has to do is watch out for his little girl and his debt will be fulfilled. Can he do it without revealing his true identity and compromising his mission?
A gunshot, a drug dealer and an unexpected getaway will bring these two together. Will they admit they have feelings for each other or will they ignore the brewing attraction?
As with all Men of the Zodiac series this sizzlin’ romance is full of action, romance and lots of surprises.
I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review.
Author Info:
Amy is an award-winning, best-selling Aussie author who has written over fifty contemporary romances in both the traditional and digital markets. She loves good books, fab food, great wine and frequent travel – preferably all four together. She lives on acreage on the outskirts of Brisbane with a gorgeous mountain view but secretly wishes it was the hillsides of Tuscany. To keep up with her latest releases and giveaways sign up for her newsletter –
*****
Sign: Sagittarius
One Night With The Billionaire by Sarah Ballance is a hot must read Zodiac romance. A perfect “getaway” with lots of passion, beautiful scenery and lot of surprises in this sultry contemporary romance.
When Zoe Davenport discovers her fiancé has done the unthinkable, she decides to end their engagement. Unfortunately her decision affected her family and has left them divided. Now she needs time away to figure things out, away from the paparazzi and her family. If she’s going to recover she needs to put herself first, if she can.
Ryder Nash owns a private and exclusive resort that is days away from it’s grand opening and his island is the perfect solution. There is just one glitch to Zoe’s “secret” getaway, they aren’t exactly strangers. Can Ryder control himself or will the situation prove to be more than he can handle?
While they haven’t seen each other since high school, there is a secret that could destroy them both. Ryder could lose everything if he gives in to his feelings. Will he confront the issues and risk it all to have the one thing he wants the most? Will Zoe discover the real reason he left town all those years ago?
Zoe has decisions to make that could change everything she’s worked so hard to achieve, will she push it all aside to finally pursue the one thing she needs?
As with all the Zodiac books, there is intense heat and a fabulous story in this two peppers hot delight. There is just enough sizzle to make you tingle and for mature readers 18+. 
A fantastic book about second chances and family conflict make this a must read. If you’ve never read a story by Sarah Ballance she’s fantastic and worth every penny! Order your copy today! The collection is amazingly priced at just$0.99 and after reading this Zodiac adventure you will find yourself in need of a flight to a private island immediately. I’m thinking I need to book a holiday now 😉
I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review.
Author Info:
Sarah and her husband of what he calls “many long, long years” live on the mid-Atlantic coast with their six young children, all of whom are perfectly adorable when they’re asleep. She never dreamed of becoming an author, but as a homeschooling mom, she often jokes she writes fiction because if she wants anyone to listen to her, she has to make them up. As it turns out, her characters aren’t much better than the kids, but nevertheless, you’ll find her writing sexy contemporary romance for Entangled Publishing until they throw her out. To learn more, visit https://sarahballance.com.
*****
Sign: Capricorn
The Greek Tycoon’s Tarnished Bride by Rachel Lyndhurst is all about surprises and adjustment when the unexpected happens.
A tragic accident has changed Tito Makris and it’s time to deal with what happened. When Erica Silver discovers the reasons her boyfriend has been MIA she’s shocked and confused. Even more unsettling is when she is told that she is no longer safe and must return to Greece with him. But, there is a catch.
Can Erica come to terms with the proposal? Will Tito find love as a result? Will he realize his feelings before it’s too late?
This book has it all – tragedy, mystery, love and surprises. A fantastic story of self discovery and love in the most unexpected places.
What would you do if you lost everything and discovered a door to endless possibilities in the same moment?
Take a journey to Greece with Tito and Erica and find out what happens when their worlds collide.
A must read contemporary that doesn’t disappoint!
I received this ARC from the publisher for a fair and honest review
Author Info:
Rachel lives, and writes, surrounded by laundry and old newspapers most of the time with her daughter, son and The Exec in Fareham, on the south coast of England. When not working, she does love a good rummage through a decent antique shop. Oh, and wine and expensive lipstick are non-negotiable .
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Mar 27, 2016 | Amanda Usen, Amy Andrews, Annie Seaton, Blog, Jackie Braun, March 2016, Marisa Cleveland, Rachel Lyndhurst, Robin Covington, Roxanne Snopek, Sarah Ballance, Sonya Weiss, Theresa Meyers, Uncategorized, Wendy Byrne
Men of the Zodiac is a Spicy Lattte must read with sizzling stories from must read authors. This collection features twelve men who will make your toes curl and want to make your dreams come true.
Check out this celestial collection from Entangled Publishing (Indulgence):
Impulse Control by Amanda Usen
The Millionaire’s Deception by Wendy Byrne
The Millionaire’s Forever by Amazon Bestselling author Sonya Weiss
Ten Days in Tuscany by Amazon Bestselling author Annie Seaton
The Millionaire Daddy Project by USA Today Bestselling author Roxanne Snopek
Revenge Best Served Hot by Jackie Braun
The Prince’s Runaway Lover by USA Today Bestselling author Robin Covington
The Colonel’s Daughter by USA Today Bestselling author Amy Andrews
One Night with the Billionaire by Sarah Ballance
The Greek Tycoon’s Tarnished Bride by Rachel Lyndhurst
Blurring the Lines by NYT and USA Today Bestselling author Marisa Cleveland
Her Sworn Enemy by Theresa Meyers
I’ve read most of the books in this collection and I’m pleased to tell you that this deal is worth every penny. For $0.99 you get 12 full novels from some amazing authors.
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Men of the Zodiac Boxed Set
I received each book from the publisher for a fair and honest review. However, I look forward to purchasing this collection as gifts and can’t wait to send them! This collection will be available tomorrow so pre-order your copy now!
Happy Reading
