Audio #Review: Starry Montana Sky by Debra Holland

Title: Starry Montana Sky
Series: Montana Sky #2
Author: Debra Holland 
Format: Unabridged Audio/Paperback, 344 pages
Published: August 28th 2012 by Montlake Romance
ISBN: 1612184677
Narrated by: Natalie Ross
Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins 
Links: Goodreads | Amazon | Audible | B&N
Source: Author
Reviewer: Linda
Rating: 4.5/5

The telegram Samantha Sawyer Rodriguez holds is her key to freedom: her late uncle, Ezra, has left her his ranch in Sweetwater Springs, Montana. At last, she and her young son will have a true home, and she can finally pursue her dreams of raising her prized miniature horses and building a sanctuary for wayward orphans.

Prosperous rancher Wyatt Thompson has long coveted that river property. It’s bad enough that Ezra’s niece refuses to sell it, but worse by far that she’s stubborn, proud, and breathtakingly beautiful. The lovely widow and her adopted sons awaken memories of a shameful past he’s struggled to overcome. Yet when Samantha’s safety is threatened, he’ll risk everything to save the unexpected family he’s come to cherish.

In this follow-up to Wild Montana Sky, her acclaimed USA Today bestselling romance, Debra Holland sweeps listeners back to that majestic, historical landscape in an extraordinary story of redemption, courage, and tender, steadfast love.

Linda's thoughts:
Samantha - "Daniel!"  She waved the letter.  "I have news," she called in the English she always used with him.
Her son straightened up from the horse.  "What, Mama?"
Eager expectancy glowed in his blue eyes, and for a moment he looked so much like his father that a familiar pain pierced her heart and tempered her excitement.  From long practice, she shoved her sadness aside.  "I've inherited Uncle Ezra's ranch in Montana."
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Exclusive Excerpt from In His Shadow by Tiffany Snow (#Giveaway)

Today we have an exclusive excerpt from Tiffany Snow's new release and the first book in her Tangled Ivy Trilogy, IN HIS SHADOW!

In His Shadow 
(The Tangled Ivy Trilogy #1)
by Tiffany Snow
Paperback, 327 pages
Published December 16th 2014 by Montlake Romance
ISBN 147782586X

Ivy Mason is hiding—from her past, from herself, and from anyone who could love her. The only kind of love she’s ever known hurts, leaving scars on her body and soul. Now, her world may be boring and predictable, but that’s exactly what she wants. Until Devon Clay walks into her life.

A lonely man in a deadly profession, Devon works as an agent for an underground British agency known only as the Shadow. Nothing about him is safe or ordinary. The danger that consumes his life turns into an addiction Ivy can’t resist...even if it proves fatal.

As Ivy’s past begins to catch up with her, she wonders if love really is the twisted thing she’s always thought it was. Maybe it could be more with this man, who’s shown her that she doesn’t need to protect herself from everyone. Is what she feels for Devon worth the risk? He may save her heart or break it, if she manages to stay alive.

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Release Week Launch: Double Trouble: Charmed and Dangerous/Mission:Irresistible by .@LoriWilde (#Giveaway)

If you haven't yet tried one of Lori Wilde's books or have had her on your TBR list for way too long here is the perfect opportunity to read two of her novels in one!

Double Trouble: Charmed and Dangerous/Mission:Irresistible
by Lori Wilde
Paperback, 688 pages
Published December 16th 2014 by Forever
ISBN 1455553115 

Two Lori Wilde romances together for the first time in print!

CHARMED AND DANGEROUS

When her thrill-seeking twin sister goes missing, Maddie Cooper must come to her rescue-which means teaming up with irritating, arrogant, and altogether way too sexy FBI agent David Marshall. David isn't one to get easily distracted but his new self-proclaimed partner has him completely sidetracked with her delectable curves and knockout smile. His first priority: follow the leads in the case. Then he can go about the all-too-enjoyable task of following his heart . . .

MISSION: IRRESISTIBLE

PR specialist Cassie Cooper loves the adrenaline rush of a well-planned party. And a masquerade ball at the museum is her best yet. But when a legendary amulet is stolen practically from under her nose, she needs the help of her nemesis, archaeologist Harrison Standish. No-nonsense Harrison has all the intensity of Indiana Jones. Though just when he needs his full attention on their mission, he's having the damnedest time keeping his mind-and his hands-off Cassie . . .

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#Review: Strangers at the Altar by Marguerite Kaye - 4 Wine Glasses

Title: Strangers at the Altar
Author: Marguerite Kaye
Format: eBook/Paperback, 288 pages
Published: November 18th 2014 by Harlequin
ISBN: 0373298129
Links: Goodreads | Amazon | B&N
Source: Author
Reviewer: Linda
Rating: 4/5

The secrets behind the wedding veil 

For penniless widow Ainsley McBrayne, marriage is the only solution. She's vulnerable yet fiercely independent, so shackling herself to another man seems horrifying! Until handsome stranger Innes Drummond tempts Ainsley to become his temporary wife. 

Once married, Ainsley hardly recognizes the rugged Highlander Innes transforms into! He sets her long-dormant pulse racing, and she's soon craving the enticing delights of their marriage bed. She has until Hogmanay to show Innes that their fake marriage could be for real… 

Linda's Thoughts: 
STRANGERS AT THE ALTAR, is a lovely Harlequin historical by Marguerite Kaye featuring two lovelorn characters who marry for convenience in Edinburgh in 1840. The story's setting then immediately moves to the author's native Argyll, Scotland for most of the rest of the tale. It is the story of Innes Drummond, an English widow, and Ainsley McBrayne, a Scottish laird, who have experienced what I could only describe as serendipity - by meeting entirely by chance at the offices of their attorneys.  The excerpt above - provided by the author - describes their initial meeting. 

Top 5 Favorite Dishes for Larissa Ione's of REVENANT Holiday Table (#Giveaway)

Hello, everyone, and happy holidays! Today I’m going to share my Top 5 Favorite Dishes for My Holiday Table. Maybe one or more of these will make your list!

Let’s get started, because I’m hungry!

1. Turkey. Now, I’m mostly a vegetarian, but when I travel and during the holidays, I tend to slip, and one of the reasons is turkey. I really love it smoked, but I’ll take it any way it’s served!

2. Dressing. Dressing, not stuffing. I love to mix it up every year and try something new…maybe with cranberries or apples and sausage…I’m all for tradition, but I also like to take one traditional dish every year and do something different.

Release Blitz of DECADENT by Adrianne Lee (#Giveaway)

Adrianne Lee is back with the 4th book in her sweet and sexy Big Sky Pie series - DECADENT! 

Decadent 
(Big Sky Pie #4)
by Adrianne Lee 
Paperback, 304 pages
Published December 16th 2014 by Forever
ISBN 1455574392

Contractor Wade Reynolds is having a tough year. His cherry farm went bust, and his construction clients threaten to unhinge what's left of his sanity. But Wade's passion for life heats up when he's hired to remodel a new storefront next to Big Sky Pie -and he falls for the red-hot, bad girl who's setting up her catering shop there. Fresh off her own divorce, Roxy isn't looking for another relationship, just a spontaneous fling or three. Her contractor Wade looks as delicious as her specialty confections, but he's way too buttoned-up for a casual affair. Yet there's an ultra-sexy strength about him Roxy can't resist. What that man clearly needs is something decadent-like her... 

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