4.5 Hearts for Temptation Returns by Lisa Carlisle #newadultromance #militaryromance #bookreview

Books, Reviews, Temptation Returns / By Lisa Carlisle

Great 4.5 Heart review of Temptation Returns from Books and Bindings!

“This saucy little story hit the spot with interesting characters, some humor, some spice, and a thoughtful NA second chance love story about a returning vet with a few issues.”

“I enjoyed the story, humor, and steam – oh yeah, did I mention the spice? Let’s mention it again just to be safe.”

Temptation Returns

The Morettis, Part 1

A Bestseller at All Romance Ebooks and Amazon’s Military Romances

Antonio returns from the Marine Corps to begin a new life as a civilian. While visiting Cape Cod, he meets a strange woman who reads his Tarot cards. He doesn’t believe in such nonsense; after all, he’s a Marine. When he returns to Boston, he receives a ticket to a rock club where he runs into the one woman he never forgot.

Lina can’t believe Antonio is back in town, right before her wedding. Being around him again resurrects long-buried feelings. Will she be able to resist temptation in the form of a dark-haired Italian Marine, the same man who once broke her heart?

Originally released as part of the Seduction: One Fortune at a Time boxed set. It has been expanded on for its individual release.

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Dark Muse by Lisa Carlisle – Hot Paranormal Romance with a #gargoyle and #rockstar

Books, Dark Muse / By Lisa Carlisle

Dark Muse

Lisa Carlisle

It takes time before Gina Meiro warms up to people and her shyness is often misunderstood. She hasn’t had to worry about meeting new people at a remote art colony until a new resident arrives—a rock guitarist more suited for a billboard. Her carefree days of painting at the medieval-styled castle on a remote New England island are shattered when she stumbles right into his welcome gathering.

After a falling out with his band, Dante Riani wants nothing more at Les Beaux Arts on DeRoche Island than solitude to work on new songs. When a shy young painter asks to paint him at sunset, he’s tempted by the opportunity to be alone with her.

Someone at the colony claims to know what Dante is and asks for his help. Dante fears his plans are coming undone, especially as grows more drawn to Gina. Her scent and vulnerability are too difficult to resist. But he must stay away from her—she would never understand his secret.

This is part two in the Chateau Seductions series, but can be read on its own.

New adult, paranormal erotic romance
18+ due to adult scenes
Shapeshifter / gargoyles / vampires

Excerpt

A smile crept from the corner of his Dante’s lips. “You don’t paint people often.”

She raised her chin. “I make exceptions when I see something worth painting.” Was she flirting? Time to shut the hell up. Heat rose in from her chest up to her cheeks. Always one to throw an awkward statement, she added, “Nobody would have to know it was you,” she added. “I’d hide your face.”

“You don’t like my face?” The hint of a smile developed into a full blown smirk.

“No!” She protested. “I do.” Shut up, Gina. You’re making it worse. “I meant for your privacy.”

“So you do like my face?” He grinned.

“I’m a p-painter,” she stammered. “I’m looking at this strictly as an artist not letting an opportunity slip her by.”

“So it’s for art, eh?” His eyes twinkled with amusement.

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5* Review of Dark Muse from Books and Beyond Fifty Shades! – “While it is a story about struggle, it is also about love; and doing whatever needs to be done to be with the one you are attracted to. I really enjoyed the dynamic between Gina and Dante. This story has the perfect amount of witty banter, sex, and romance.”

“I absolutely Loved this second book Dark Muse. If you love romance with a side kick of action then this is for you.”

“I love this author and I love her gargoyle stories. I can’t wait to read more of them, so keep on writing them.”

“Fast paced story with steamy hot sex and those two characters that promise you an amazing time.
An amazing scenery, an amazing plot and of course you get the chance to see what’s going on in the chateau and in the characters we met in the first book as well!”

That’s Erotica Reviews Dark Velvet by Lisa Carlisle

Books, Dark Velvet, Reviews / By Lisa Carlisle

“Carlisle gives readers a blend of the paranormal and the erotic. This novella was a very enjoyable read for me. The setting on DeRoche Island was beautiful, and felt like it was from another time. The chemistry between Savannah and Antoine is sure to draw the reader in as well.
Dark Velvet is the first novella in the Chateau Seduction series. I am very excited to read Carlisle’s next installment!”

~ That’s Erotica

Dark Velvet

Lisa Carlisle

Grad student Savannah Evans is thrilled to be accepted as a resident to a prestigious art colony. Where else would she be able to focus on her craft of writing poetry in a setting like that of the medieval-styled castle? The remote New England island is a respite from her hectic city life. When she meets her benefactor, a mysterious French sculptor, her expectations for carefree days writing near the ocean are distracted by unprofessional fantasies about her sponsor.

Antoine Chevalier built Les Beaux Arts on DeRoche Island to bring purpose back to an existence that has lost meaning. He’s wandered the earth for decades and finds solace in returning to art. When Savannah applies for a residency, something about her words touches him. After her arrival, a physical attraction grows between them, which he struggles against. She deserves more than someone of his kind.

Antoine proposes they become lovers during her stay. But the situation turns complicated when Savannah discovers his secret. She had suspicions about his identity, but finds the truth overwhelming. Consumed by her desire for Antoine and faced with a tough decision, she is blind to the danger that has arrived at DeRoche Island.

New adult erotic romance (18+)
Paranormal / vampire / gargoyle / shapeshifter

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Seven from Dark Muse #MySexySaturday #mss76

Books, Dark Muse / By Lisa Carlisle

Welcome to My Sexy Saturday! It’s a snowy day here in New England and I’m loving it. Perfect to stay in with hot beverages and good books.

Today I’m sharing seven paragraphs from my latest release, Dark Muse. Books and Beyond Fifty Shades gave it a five star review:

“While it is a story about struggle, it is also about love; and doing whatever needs to be done to be with the one you are attracted to. I really enjoyed the dynamic between Gina and Dante. This story has the perfect amount of witty banter, sex, and romance.”

Dark Muse

Lisa Carlisle

This is part two in the Chateau Seductions series, but can be read on its own.

New adult, paranormal erotic romance
18+ due to adult scenes
Shapeshifter / gargoyles / vampires

Excerpt

A smile crept from the corner of his Dante’s lips. “You don’t paint people often.”

“You don’t like my face?” The hint of a smile developed into a full blown smirk.

“No!” She protested. “I do.” Shut up, Gina. You’re making it worse. “I meant for your privacy.”

“So you do like my face?” He grinned.

“I’m a p-painter,” she stammered. “I’m looking at this strictly as an artist not letting an opportunity slip her by.”

“So it’s for art, eh?” His eyes twinkled with amusement.

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Perilous Play: The Real Fifty Shades by Suz deMello

Book Spotlight / By Lisa Carlisle

Suz deMello is back, sharing her new release, Perilous Play. Here’s Suz:

Perilous Play

The cover of Perilous Play states: based on a true story. The fact is, very little in this memoir is fiction.

Places and names have been changed. The time in my life when these events occurred is altered. One scene was added, to wrap up the story and tie it in a tidy bow.

But otherwise, it’s all true.

Check it out:

One woman’s journey into the contemporary kink underworld, Perilous Play is Suz deMello’s explosive personal account of her experiences with BDSM. Engaging and honest, this groundbreaking memoir will grab you and never let you go.

www.smashwords.com/books/view/509003 (smashwords)

http://tinyurl.com/MemoirDeMello (Amazon)

About me:

Best-selling, award-winning author Suz deMello, a.k.a Sue Swift, has written nineteen books in several genres, including memoir, nonfiction, erotica, comedy, historical, paranormal, mystery and suspense, plus a number of short stories and articles on writing. A freelance editor, she’s held the positions of managing editor and senior editor, working for such firms as Totally Bound and Ai Press. She also takes private clients.

Her books have been favorably reviewed in Publishers Weekly, Kirkus and Booklist, won a contest or two, attained the finals of the RITA and hit several bestseller lists.

A former trial attorney, her passion is world travel. She’s left the US over a dozen times, including lengthy stints working overseas. She’s now writing a vampire tale and planning her next trip.

–Find her books at http://www.suzdemello.com

–For editing services, email her at suzdemello@gmail.com

–Befriend her on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SuzDeMello

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–Her current blog is http://www.TheVelvetLair.com

Run Wild with the Pack – Huge 99 Cent Sale and Giveaway! #99cents #giftcards #shifters

Books / By Lisa Carlisle

I’m excited to share this super hot sale with you. If you like shifter stories, you’re in for a treat.

Dear Alpha Lovers,

KINDLE GIVEAWAY ALERT! I’m part of a group called the Wolf Pack, and we’re doing a joint sale/giveaway – see below for all kinds of fabulous wolfy-awesome stories to try!

The Wolf Pack: For Readers Who Like A Good Howl – join the Facebook Group!

All the books on sale (99cents or FREE) are listed below

Remember, prices can change without notice so verify before you buy!

We also have a massive giveaway, including a Kindle and multiple gift cards!

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Available on AMAZON… (note: many of these titles also available on other retailers; click here to see descriptions and links for all retailers!)

New Boxed Set Release: Shades of Domination: Fifty by Fifty #2

Books, Boxed Sets, Dark Velvet / By Lisa Carlisle

Hot new boxed set release! Only 99 cents for a short time.

Fifty By Fifty: Fifty Novels by Fifty Bestselling Authors in four big boxed sets!
We got you going with Volume 1, but now Volume 2 has arrived to turn up the heat.

Let a whole new set of hot alpha males steam up your eReader. They will get what they want. Passionate, unrelenting, and insatiable, these men intend to do everything it takes to keep you coming back for more.So pour a glass of wine and cuddle up with this box set. The door to the helicopter is open, and that goddess inside you is saying YES!

Cat Haus by Cat Johnson
I’m Cate. Two years ago I was in college. Today, I’m a legal prostitute and I was happy with that, until John arrived. He’s a billionaire. I’m a hooker. Now, things are far from simple…

Dark Velvet by Lisa Carlisle
Grad student Savannah is thrilled to be accepted to a prestigious art colony. When she meets the French sculptor, Antoine, an attraction grows, turning dangerous when she discovers his dark secret.

Club Soria by Emilia Kincade
Maya’s life is falling apart, and she retreats to exotic Thailand. She never expects to meet a dashing and dominating reclusive billionaire. She certainly never expects him to take a liking to her…

Letters of Intent by Angelica Boone and Hayden Voss
Abigail finds herself in a dangerously spun web in the office and her entire career is at stake, but so is her heart. She needs to figure out who tricked her into an office romp before it’s too late.

My Rockstar Billionaire by Amy Aday
A curvy girl trying to get over a breakup, while in a tropical paradise meets a hot mysterious stranger who has secrets.

The Billionaire’s Son by Arabella Quinn
An erotic romance series packed with intrigue, danger, secrets, powerful billionaires, clandestine sex clubs, sizzling sex scenes and one sinfully sexy billionaire playboy behaving very badly.

Unwillingly Yours by Marian Tee
Curvy bookworm Jaike Hepburn’s succumbed to the inevitable. She no longer cares what the whole school thinks about billionaire heir Derek Christopoulos becoming her Dom, and she his Sub.

The Vigilante’s Lover by Annie Winters
A small-town girl is mistaken for a spy and kidnapped by the dark knight of a Vigilante underground.

A Beautiful & Dark Obsession by Anna Antonia
Sophia Carter has loved Alexander Monroe Draven II since she was a girl, but he became an obsession too dangerous to keep. Now he’s back. The billionaire wants Sophia & he won’t take no for an answer.

The CEO and the Girl From the Coffee Shop by Terry Towers
Beth is unlike the women Gabriel usually ‘dates’. Desperate to know more about her, he offers her a job as a live-in cook in an attempt to get closer to her.

Sex Research by Skye Eagleday
When Shauna’s Professor violates research ethics by urging her to become his submissive—will the virgin Shauna risk her future by answering her own questions about sex by crossing this forbidden line?

The Billionaire’s Contract by Ava Claire
Recent college grad Leila Montgomery just landed her dream job. The catch? Her sexy billionaire boss is looking for a personal assistant…and private submissive.

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Cover Reveal: Cherry on Top by Karla Doyle

Book Spotlight / By Lisa Carlisle

I’d like to welcome my friend Karla Doyle back. Karla is sharing the cover to her upcoming release.

CHERRY ON TOP

(Close to Home series—Book 3)

Lindsay could write the book on falling in love—with the wrong guy. From bad boys to a married man, she’s made one bad choice after another, gravitating toward men destined to hurt her. Except at her brother’s wedding. This time, she’s drawn to a good guy—the pastor. Ben is handsome, single, and definitely interested. But with her past mistakes, maybe Ben is too good…

After two tours in the Middle East, Ben returned home needing peace and purpose. He found it as pastor of a laid-back, small-town church. There’s just one thing missing from his life—love. In a community of a couple thousand, his options are limited. Until Lindsay comes to town for a wedding. Sparks fly between them, but she’s skittish. If Ben wants her to stay, he’ll have to convince her that he’s more than a man of God—he’s the right man for her.

About CHERRY ON TOP by Karla Doyle:

part of a linked-book series, but it can be read as a standalone story

hot contemporary romance
expected release date March 5, 2015
ISBN 9780992152765
add to Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23358838-cherry-on-top

An Excerpt from Chapter One of CHERRY ON TOP

Lindsay hadn’t spent any significant amount of time in a church in, well…awhile. After some of her life choices—namely the mega mistake she’d made getting involved with Michael—God probably didn’t mind that she’d kept her distance.

Now here she was in a small-town church, standing so close to the pulpit she could reach out and touch it. But it wasn’t the ornately carved podium she wanted to run her fingers over. Oh no. Apparently she really wanted to test God’s forgiving nature, because she was ending her hiatus from holy ground by thinking wholly unholy things about the church pastor.

Seriously, though, look at the guy. With his caramel-colored eyes, short brown hair and hint of a beard, Pastor Ben had been blessed in the looks department. He had a warm smile and enough laugh lines to prove he did it a lot. Well-muscled arms filled out the short sleeves of his casual, button-front shirt.

Honestly, if the Lord didn’t women lusting after this guy, He shouldn’t have made Ben so attractive. Since when were clergymen tanned, buff and ruggedly handsome, anyway?

Maybe she ought to start attending church again. Or stay far, far away—so she didn’t chalk up another mistake in the “men” column.

Staying away would be easy. After her baby brother’s wedding tomorrow, Lindsay would make the six-hour drive southward and never lay eyes on Ben again. Worrying about her self-control was pointless anyway—he was probably married. He didn’t have a ring on his left hand, but that didn’t mean anything. Lots of men didn’t wear a wedding band. She knew this all too well.

“After the kiss, I’ll present the newly married couple,” Ben said to the small group assembled for Conn and Nia’s rehearsal.

At thirty-six years old, Lindsay had attended and participated in plenty of weddings. She didn’t need to listen to the instructions for a straightforward, by-the-book ceremony, yet she hung on every word Ben said as if it were her first time standing up with a bride. Because his voice…heaven help her, indeed. It was deep, rich and smooth, like the best chocolate money could buy, only better. He probably held his Sunday congregation in thrall with that voice. He certainly had that effect on her.

“All that’s left at that point is the recessional out of the church, beginning with the bride and groom, followed by the maid of honor and best man, and then you, Lindsay.” Ben’s gaze landed and lingered on her face. Zero inappropriateness, yet his attention ignited a warm, humming sensation that rippled through her body.

Her cheeks heated from the attention, and his lips curved into a smile. Maybe God had sent him a heads-up…

Watch out for bridesmaid number two, she hasn’t had a date in months and is currently wondering if you’ll still look hot while wearing your clerical collar.

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Website: www.karladoyle.com

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New Release: Temptation Returns by Lisa Carlisle #newadultromance

Books, Temptation Returns / By Lisa Carlisle

Today I’m celebrating the release of Temptation Returns.

Temptation Returns

Originally released as part of the Seduction: One Fortune at a Time boxed set. It has been expanded on for its individual release.

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Book Spotlight: Detour Ahead by Adriana Kraft

Book Spotlight / By Lisa Carlisle

I’d like to welcome Adriana Kraft back to the Book Spotlight. Adriana’s new release is out now.

Detour Ahead (Riders Up, Book Four)

Adriana Kraft

January 5, 2015, B&B Publishing
©2008, 2015
ISBN: 978-0-9907476-5-9
ASIN: B00RPT6YJA
Romantic Suspense
Heat rating: three flames (explicit sex, m/f)
Cover by Rebecca Poole

Threatened race horses, city slicker attorney, sexy California wrangler—what can possibly go wrong?

Hot-shot Chicago prosecuting attorney Traci Steele works tirelessly keeping rapists off the street to prevent other women from suffering the hell she’s endured, so she resists her friends’ insistence that she take a two month R&R in their California Live Oak condo—until they persuade her to help their rancher friend as a private investigator.

Though he runs the stables at Live Oak, well-muscled mustached wrangler Scott McCord much prefers working with the race horses he trains at his ranch, and he can’t believe his old friends have sent a greenhorn female to help him with horse troubles.

The improbable dance between this mismatched pair barely fits in around the escalating suspense of whoever’s after Scott’s horses. Traci is as tenacious in her sleuthing as she is terrified about her inability to ever love a man. Can Scott succeed in gentling her – like he does his horses – before she flees in panic?

REVIEWS

Night Owl Reviews Top Pick This is a story about letting go of your past so you can move on to your future. It is a story about letting go of being the victim and becoming a survivor…Add into this touching story of recovery a mystery that will keep you guessing to the very end, and you’ve got a story you won’t be able to put down. Angi

You Gotta Read Reviews Rich in romance and suspense, this book had me mesmerized from the first page. I was definitely drawn toward the main character, Traci, and all of the emotional barriers that she faced… a sensational job of combining just the right amount of suspense with a sauciness that leaves you longing for more. Run, don’t walk to your nearest book store for this sensational book. Val

BUY LINK http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RPT6YJA/

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EXCERPT

Scott McCord stood at Traci’s emergency room bedside. He must look a mess. A nurse had already asked if he wanted a sedative. Hell, no. He wasn’t going to soften his guilt with drugs.

God damn, how had it happened? He replayed the scene over and over again. He still couldn’t understand it. One minute Traci and the horse had been working together as a team, and the next she was tossing about like a child’s rag doll.

Until she landed in the dirt. He hadn’t been able to move fast enough. Her words and the magnitude of her distress had temporarily paralyzed him. Without a doubt, this accident involved more than a woman learning how to ride a horse. But she was his responsibility, and he’d let her down.

So there Traci Steele lay, ashen, but breathing steadily. The doctor said nothing was broken. There were no apparent internal injuries. She’d be bruised some. And they’d want to keep her overnight to check her for a concussion.

He followed behind the gurney when they moved her from emergency to the second floor. No one seriously challenged his presence. Since he didn’t know about her insurance carrier, he’d signed to cover financial responsibility. Looking at the pale woman, who was becoming a bigger mystery every day, he knew she wouldn’t be pleased he’d taken over. But they could straighten things out later.

During the night, Traci came to enough to complain to a nurse about the IV, but he could tell she still had little understanding of where she was or what had happened.

Scott dozed off and on until sunshine bounced off his closed eyelids. Sputtering, cussing himself for having fallen asleep, he pushed himself up in his chair and looked at his patient. She stared back at him with a wan smile on her lips.

Leaping to his feet, Scott fumbled for words. She held out her hand to him; he clasped it between his own.

“Hi,” Traci said, softly. “You don’t look so good.”

“Maybe.” Scott ducked his head so she wouldn’t see the moisture forming in his eyes. “You don’t look quite ready to walk down a fashion show runway, either.”

“I’m sore and maybe a little weak, but otherwise I’m fine,” Traci offered. “So where am I?”

“You’re in the regional hospital. The doc wanted to keep you overnight for observation. They couldn’t find anything wrong other than being knocked out. Do you remember what happened?”

He watched the competent lawyer withdraw behind shuttered eyelids. Her body quivered and then gradually calmed. She stared at him with renewed energy. “Yes, I remember. It wasn’t Cory’s fault.”

“No, I should have–”

“It wasn’t your fault, either. It’s hard to explain. I lost control of Cory. And then I got into a terrible place, and I lost control of myself.” She smiled weakly. “But I’m alive. I’ve survived worse.” Traci squeezed his hand. “Please don’t blame yourself. You didn’t do anything wrong.”

“So are you going to tell me about it? Somebody hurt you badly.” His fingers curled into a fist.

ABOUT ADRIANA KRAFT

Award-winning author Adriana Kraft is really two people, a husband-wife team writing sizzling romantic suspense and erotic romance. With backgrounds in criminology and counseling, they combine their expertise in the criminal mind, trauma, healing and human nature with a passion for robust sexuality and life-long vitality. Together they have published over thirty romance novels and novellas to outstanding reviews. Long and Short Reviews: “scorching hot…refreshing…something to read when you want straight up hotness.” Romance Junkies: “filled with warmth, blazing hot sex, well-developed characters…not for the faint of heart.” Romantic pairings include straight m/f, lesbian, bisexual, ménage and polyamory, in both contemporary and paranormal settings.

ADRIANA KRAFT ON THE WEB

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