Devil in Disguise by Heather Huffman

Published June 2012

Reporter Rachel Cooper is America’s Sweetheart – but that won’t help her when human traffickers kidnap her sister. Can an old flame help her protect the ones she loves? Does she even want him to? (GoodReads)

Rating: 4.3

I wasn't sure what to expect when we were asked to read Ms. Huffman's Devil in Disguise, as it was classified as a contemporary romance thriller. Lately I have been delving into straight erotic romance....this was a great change of pace.

I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed all of her characters...the heroine, Rachel Cooper....the rugged tough Conrad Langston....the innocence lost of Julia and the amazing steadfastness of Neena.

As I literally read the entire book with a 24 hour period, my heart felt for all the sadness and drama the characters had to endure. As a mother of young children, my heart stayed in my throat throughout all the suspense.

The truthfulness of human trafficking that you, as the reader experience is difficult to imagine and yet she does a fantastic job with the details....explains but not overly descriptive.

I will definitely suggest Devil in Diguise to others, as well as, look for more of Ms. Huffman's works.

Love Unrehearsed (Love #2) by Tina Reber

Published September 14, 2012

When A-list film actor Ryan Christensen ducked into her pub to escape his screaming fans, never in a million years did Taryn Mitchell think her life was about to change forever. But now, eight months later, after a whirlwind romance, Taryn wakes up in Ryan’s Hollywood hotel room to find a diamond to die for on her left ring finger—and her face splashed across the cover of every gossip magazine.

Ryan’s very public proposal is catnip to the tabloids, his management team is worried, and Taryn must figure out how a small town girl like her fits into his glittering world. What does it take to make a relationship work amidst telephoto lenses, daily on-set temptations, and jealous fans who will stop at nothing to keep you from walking down the aisle with the man of your dreams?With no script to follow and no chance for a dress rehearsal, Taryn and Ryan will be forced to take the plunge and risk everything to make their love last. (GoodReads)

Rating: 5 Stars

God, the things I want to do to you right now...What do you say we get out of here? I need to lay you down on a bed ~Ryan

HOT! HOT! HOT!  Tina Reber definitely took the romance, sex and passion up a notch with the second installment of the Love series. I have been WAITING for this!!! Oh how I have missed Ryan and Taryn. Romance, sex, marriage proposal and the craziness of Hollywood....all wrapped up in Love Unrehearsed. 

For me, kissing Ryan Christensen was like drinking instant passion. ~Taryn

After the insane incidents that Taryn and Ryan had to endure in the previous story, it was time to relax, plan their wedding and enjoy being with one another....right???

And I thought that Love Unscripted had crazy drama. Reber has out done herself. The events that unfold between Ryan, Taryn and their inner circle will keep you reading in to the wee hours. This novel has become one of my faves!!! Thank you Ms. Reber...when is the next one coming?????

Blog Tour - Forged in Fire by Trish McCallan

Forged in Fire by Trish McCallan
 
Trish McCallan was born in Eugene, Oregon, and grew up in Washington State, where she began crafting stories at an early age. Her first books were illustrated in crayon, bound with red yarn, and sold for a nickel at her lemonade stand. Trish grew up to earn a bachelor’s degree in English literature with a concentration in creative writing from Western Washington University, taking jobs as a bookkeeper and human- resource specialist before finally quitting her day job to write full time. Forged in Fire came about after a marathon reading session, and a bottle of Nyquil that sparked a vivid dream. She lives today in eastern Washington. An avid animal lover, she currently shares her home with three golden retrievers, a black lab mix and a cat.


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Genre- Romantic Thriller
Release date- 9/04/2012

  

Beth Brown doesn’t believe in premonitions. But her recent dream feels too real to ignore: a commercial airliner is hijacked, and a handsome passenger is shot dead. Beth hasn’t met the mystery man in her dream; she would never forget a gorgeous face like his. But she can’t deny the bizarre connection she feels. Now awake, and unable to allow for the violence she’s convinced is impending, she races to the airport…and comes face to face with the man of her dreams.

Zane Winters lives for his job, using his uncanny psychic powers to carry out missions for elite SEAL Team 7. Yet the constant adrenaline highs can’t drown out the numbness seeping into his life as he yearns to find a woman he can trust. All that changes when he meets a beautiful stranger who sets his soul on fire—and somehow knows he’s about to die.

To thwart the global crisis the hijacking will unleash, Beth and Zane join forces. But even amid the danger, they can’t deny the powerful force drawing them together. Is it merely attraction…or destiny?


 Review: 4.5 Stars

Forged in Fire was packed full of action and passion.  Zane Winters is a Navy Seal.  He is sexy and he can be lethal.  Thanks to a family trait, he also can see glimpses of the future.  Beth is an ordinary woman looking for a reliable, long lasting relationship.  A Navy Seal is anything but reliable.   Sure there is crazy lust but will it last?

"Because fireworks didn't last forever.  They blazed across the night in one intense burst after another,  but they eventually vanished.  And when they did, they left regrets and resentment in their wake."

 Oh yeah ladies, part of Zane's family trait is having a soul mate.  When Zane and Beth meet under unfortunate circumstances, he knows she is the one he has been waiting for.  Zane is determined to win her heart and also keep her safe.    

"The tug toward her was incredibly strong, like she was a magnet and his bones were metal."

I was really surprised with this book.  I normally do not read action packed romances.  This book has made me a believer!!! I LOVE Zane and the chemistry between he and Beth was on fire!  This was a great roller coaster ride that threw me on some unexpected loops and I loved it!  I am looking forward to reading other books in the series.