Feb 17, 2015 | Blog, Coffee With, Sawyer Bennett



First, if we were meeting at a coffee shop I’d be drinking a Latte š
What would you order? A salted caramel mocha, although I make these at home and I think theyāre just as good!!!
Thanks so much for taking the time to answer a few questions. I LOVE your Carolina Cold Fury Hockey books and was wondering how many books you anticipate in this series? Right now, Iām under contract with Random House for a total of four books, but we are talking about possibly two more in 2016.
How much research did you do for this? I didnāt have to do too much research. I know the rules pretty well but I had to check up on a few things to make sure I was right.
Were you a fan of hockey before you started writing this series? Absolutely! Iāve been following the Pittsburgh Penguins for years even though Iām a North Carolinian born and bred. Iāve been to all of the games they play here against the Carolina Hurricanes and Iāve been to several up in Pittsburgh.
I can only imagine how much fun that would be! Thank you so much and Happy Book Birthday š
8 Tantalizing Tidbits:
1. A Must read book and why? The Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy. This is one of the most beautifully epic books ever. Iāve read it probably a dozen times and it never gets old for me.
2. What is one place that I should see if I visit your hometown? You should visit the Marine Corps Base aboard Camp Lejeune. My father is a retired Marine and heād be happy to give you a tour!!!
3. Castles or Beaches? Castles! I was pretty much raised on the beach and I think I take it a bit for granted. I toured and stayed in some amazing castles in Ireland last year and if I could move there and live in one, I would in a heartbeat!
4. Hard Rock or Classical? Favorite Band or Artist? Hmmmā¦ that is a tough one and I am going to have to say Both. Iām a huge fan of the Steve Miller Band and Led Zeppelin. But I mostly listen to stuff like NIN, Rob Zombie, The Offspring, Weezer and Janeās Addiction to name a few off my favorites list.
5. What is your guilty pleasure? Easy!!! Ben & Jerryās Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream.
6. What are you afraid of? I am terrified of spiders. I mean like really, really terrified. Even if I see a picture of one, I get all dizzy from the fear.
7. What’s your favorite TV show and why? I have two and I love them equally, and they are nothing alike. Buffy The Vampire Slayer and I love it because Buffy is such a strong heroine, and you know I love me a strong heroine, plus itās funny as hell. I also adore The Walking Dead on AMC. I love the moral dilemmas they face in a world where there are no rules or laws.
8. If you could invite 5 people to dinner (not friends and family – that’s too easy) who would you invite? It could be anyone past or present. Abraham Lincoln, US Supreme Court Justice Earl Warren, JK Rowling, Oprah Winfrey and Marilyn Manson.
BIO:

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Sawyer Bennett is a snarky southern woman and reformed trial lawyer who decided to finally start putting on paper all of the stories that were floating in her head. Her husband works for a Fortune 100 company which lets him fly all over the world while she stays at home with their daughter and three big, furry dogs who hog the bed. Sawyer would like to report she doesn’t have many weaknesses but can be bribed with a nominal amount of milk chocolate.
Sawyer is the author of several contemporary romances including the popular Off Series, the Legal Affairs Series, the Last Call Series and the Carolina Cold Fury Hockey series.
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Feb 16, 2015 | Blog, February 2015, Sawyer Bennett

Garrett: A Cold Fury Hockey Novel (Carolina Cold Fury Hockey Book 2,) by Sawyer Bennett, is a hot and sexy follow-up in her latest series.Ā Garrett Samuelson has a reputation for being a playboy and a non-commitment kind of guy. For this sexy player life is all aboutĀ hockey, hot women and one night stands. In fact, heās earned quite a reputation for loving women and showing them a great time with no chance of a repeat performance. No one has lasted more than three dates andĀ his teammates are convincedĀ heās destined for thatĀ first place trophy in non-commitment. Little does he know that hisĀ rules are about to challenged.
Garrett didn’t anticipate meetingĀ Olivia Case, his team mateās cousin, at a dinner celebration. OnceĀ he discovers her identity the banter and adventure begins! Olivia is not buying into hisĀ shtick and that’s what makes this so charming and unpredictable. There is no way sheās going to give in to his smoothĀ and seductive charm, or will she?
Unfortunately OliviaĀ had a rough day after receivingĀ some life-changing news and is slightlyĀ pre-occupied at the party. However,Ā how she manages Garrett and responds to himĀ is refreshing.Ā All Garrett desiresĀ isĀ one wild night.Ā OliviaĀ has no intentions of getting involved with anyone, even if he’s insanely attractive and most probably amazeballs in bed. Or at least that’s what the rumor is.Ā Garrett is relentless in asking forĀ just one date, what harm could happen?
Olivia is caught in an awkward situation and can’t bring herself to be completely honest with Garrett. Now she has a few decisions to make.Ā If sheĀ tellsĀ him the truth,Ā he’ll want nothing to do with her.Ā Is it possible he’d actually stillĀ pursue her? Could there be more to hisĀ interestĀ or is Olivia just another pretty woman on his score card?
Not only does this story have secrets, it has unexpected twists and turns that will leave you elated one minute and frustrated the next. Itās a wild rollercoaster filled withĀ lust, excitement, spice and sexy hockey players! Once again Sawyer has written a steamy and sizzling story that is totally unpredictable and will keep you in suspense until the very last page!
Lucky for you dear reader there is more Carolina Cold Fury hockey to come.Ā Zack’s story isĀ next andĀ I look forward to reading it!Ā These hot and sexy bad boys of Carolina Cold Fury are fabulous. Thanksā Sawyer for another exciting and satisfying book. I received this ARC for a fair and honest review.
** I gave this spicy latte post:
Just enough sizzle to make you tingle.
For mature audience, 18+
BIO:

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Sawyer Bennett is a snarky southern woman and reformed trial lawyer who decided to finally start putting on paper all of the stories that were floating in her head. Her husband works for a Fortune 100 company which lets him fly all over the world while she stays at home with their daughter and three big, furry dogs who hog the bed. Sawyer would like to report she doesn’t have many weaknesses but can be bribed with a nominal amount of milk chocolate.Sawyer is the author of several contemporary romances including the popular Off Series, the Legal Affairs Series, the Last Call Series and the Carolina Cold Fury Hockey series.
Sawyer Bennett
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author
Oct 19, 2014 | Blog, October 2014, Sawyer Bennett

Alex: A Cold Fury Hockey Novel (Carolina Cold Fury Hockey) by Sawyer Bennett is a fantastic first book in a new series. I love hockey and romance books so when I saw this ARCĀ I knew Iād scored big.Ā This was the first time Iād read a Sawyer Bennett book and wasnāt sure what I was going to discover.Ā After blasting through this book in less time than it takes to watch a hockey game I can say Iām hooked on this series and would welcome future books to read.
Alex Crossman has a reputation for being a bad boy, heart-of-stone ice hockey player. It seems that his troubled past molded him into a heartless and damaged man who doesnāt really care about the consequences of his actions both on and off the ice.Ā If you are a hot woman and have any interest in pursuing a romantic relation steer clear.Ā If not you might just find yourself in the penalty box especially if you show signs of expressing romantic notions.
Listen up ladies, this is one bad boy you arenāt going to change or so he wants you to think. Unfortunately that āI donāt careā attitudeā is what finally finds him in a āneed of a change or get finedā position by his coach with his career in jeopardy.Ā The Coaches and Management have had enough of his careless ways and insist he change. But will their threats and sudden interest in his well being resonate?Ā Will it be enough to help coax him into being a better player? Itās time to stop being selfish and showās heās a team player and in such a public and newsworthy way ā outreach! Ā Management has decided he will be a shining example and help reach out to troubled teens who are using drugs and/or alcohol or someone in their home is using drugs. Yup, good old fashion community service As heās not in a position to choose, he must participate in this community service outreach or hang up his skates.Ā Once he sets eyes on the woman in charge of his service time he has a feeling that this Ā will be anything but boring or a waste of his time.Ā When he meets his supervisor, Sutton Price, he realizes that sheās anything but ordinary. Within minutes he realizes that sheās not one to be crossed and that she may actually be his savior! But Sutton has secrets of her own and her own take on relationships that will give Alex something to fight for. That is if he can open up and let himself work through his past. What will she do when she encounters his aggressive side? Will it satisfy her needs or push her away? Ā As a professional counselor her job is to help, but will her skills be enough to reach through and rescue Alex? Will they both trust enough to open up about their past and their own needs? And if so, will it bring them closer together or send them skating in the opposite direction?
Discover Alex Crossman and see how wicked he is both on and off the ice! This story will keep you wondering what happens until the end. Itās a steamy page turner that is both a bit spicy and unpredictable. Alex will make your insides melt one minute and then fill you with frustration the next. Even Sutton will have you questioning her actions knowing that sheās a counselor and should know better in how to handle most situations. I found myself more than once questioning her actions and then thrilled that she shows us sheās only just starting to find her voice!
Only four more months until we meet Garrett! Donāt wait! Get your copy now! The cover alone is enough to burn your kindle out! Now to get my hands on an autographed post card for my Kindle Keeper š
BIO:

USA Today Best-Selling Author, Sawyer Bennett is a snarky southern woman and reformed trial lawyer who decided to finally start putting on paper all of the stories that were floating in her head. Her husband works for a Fortune 100 company which lets him fly all over the world while she stays at home with their daughter and three big, furry dogs who hog the bed. Sawyer would like to report she doesn’t have many weaknesses but can be bribed with a nominal amount of milk chocolate.
Sawyer is the author of several contemporary romances including the popular Off Series, the Legal Affairs Series and the Last Call Series.
Sawyer Bennett
USA Today Best-Selling Author