One to Keep by Tia Louise *Cover Reveal*

SYNOPSIS:

WARNING: Mature themes, strong language and sexual content. Recommended for adult readers (18+) only!

Patrick Knight is not a nice guy.

At least, not anymore.

After a failed engagement, a one-night stand, and a random office shag, he’s sent to the desert so his business partner (Derek Alexander), can clean up his mess. Before he kicks his ass.

When Patrick meets Elaine on his desert exile, all he wants is to make her his. The problem is Elaine’s not looking for any guy—or a long-distance relationship.

Now Patrick’s doing everything he can to change her mind. And just when it seems he’s convinced her he’s the one to keep, the skeletons from his past life start coming back.

Note: Standalone, M/F, HEA

EXCERPT:

She didn’t push me away or tell me no as I kissed her again with more urgency this time. She turned, and I kissed her cheek.

“I’m too weak when it comes to you,” she murmured as I traced the line of her jaw with my lips. “I should be stronger.”

My kisses moved to her temple and into her hairline. She was so beautiful, and I had her again. “You’re incredibly strong,” I murmured. “You held me off for three weeks when everything in me wanted to come here and take you back.”

I could feel her breathing pick up as I kissed her, and the tension below my waist grew tighter. My mouth returned to hers, and it opened quickly, tongues uniting, her fingers now threading in my hair.

Her lips were so sweet, but I moved my kisses to her chin, dropping down to her neck, and unfastening the buttons on her shirt, kissing every spot of delicate skin that was revealed as it came apart…

ABOUT TIA LOUISE:

Tia Louise is a former journalist, world-traveler, and collector of beautiful men (who inspire ALL of her stories... *wink*)---turned wife, mommy, and novelist.

It's possible she has a slight truffle addiction. And she will never look at a family restroom the same way again.

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Gabriel's Redemption by Sylvain Reynard - Blog Tour, Review, and Louboutin Giveaway!!!

Author: Sylvain Reynard

Title: Gabriel’s Redemption (Gabriel’s Inferno Series #3)

Publisher: Penguin Berkley

From the author of the New York Times bestsellers Gabriel’s Rapture and Gabriel’s Inferno comes the epic conclusion to the captivating romantic trilogy.

Professor Gabriel Emerson has left his position at the University of Toronto to embark on a new life with his beloved Julianne. Together, he’s confident that they can face any challenge. And he’s eager to become a father. But Julianne’s graduate program threatens Gabriel’s plans, as the pressures of being a student become all consuming. When she is given the honor of presenting an academic lecture at Oxford, Gabriel is forced to confront Julianne about the subject of her presentation—research that conflicts with his own. And in Oxford, several individuals from their past appear, including an old nemesis intent on humiliating Julia and exposing one of Gabriel’s darkest secrets.  

In an effort to confront his remaining demons, Gabriel begins a quest to discover more about his biological parents, beginning a chain of events that has startling repercussions for himself, Julianne, and his hope of having a family.

My Review:

Once again, I thoroughly enjoyed Sylvain's writing.
I didn't hate that I was thrown into it the pages like a yo-yo.
You're up, you're down, you're all around...
As most of you know, I adore and clutch onto that kind of feeling!

Most of all, I appreciate the fact that we got to stay with all the original characters, with the addition of some, and were informed of how their lives progressed throughout.

This series could easily (and should be!) turned into a movie!!
I loved it!

Julianne and Gabriel, both took a different twist in their personalities.

Julia is far more assertive, and can you believe it...(??)
She's a little bit of a vixen!
It was fantastic watching her come into her own.
She knows what she wants, won't back down or give in, even when there is plenty of temptation around, BUT somehow she's still one of the sweetest people you know.

Gabriel...Well, he cruised on the both sides of the spectrum.
He was in control (no big surprise there!), but he was also more vulnerable.
More compassionate.
Seeing him evolve from being the man of steel, to wanting to be a caregiver and become a father stole my heart.  Even more than he had in the previous books!

It was a side to him that I wasn't sure we would get to see...and it was most welcome.
It has been heartwarming to see him grow into the man he is now.

All the secondary characters were all great once again.
The jabbing between several of them gave me a chuckle, and other times my heart broke for them.  
Even for the girl we're supposed to dislike...
You just want to reach into the pages and comfort her at one point in particular and "B" slap her in another.

Even more, I loved following them around in their stories and was glad to know some of the previous "issues" were somewhat settled in their lives so we weren't left feeling empty.

I'll conclude by saying - Be kind to one another.
Karma is a *itch!

4.5 Stars for me!

Gabriel's Inferno Trilogy Reading Order

Additional Buy Links:

Amazon Paperback

Barnes & Nobel Nook

Barnes & Nobel Paperback

iTunes iBook

Chapters Indigo Paperback

Chapters Indigo Kobo

About the Author

I'm interested in the way literature can help us explore aspects of the human condition - particularly suffering, sex, love, faith, and redemption. My favourite stories are those in which a character takes a journey, either a physical journey to a new and exciting place, or a personal journey in which he or she learns something about himself/herself.

I'm also interested in how aesthetic elements such as art, architecture, and music can be used to tell a story or to illuminate the traits of a particular character. In my writing, I combine all of these elements with the themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the transformative power of goodness.

I try to use my platform as an author to raise awareness about the following charities: Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep Foundation, WorldVision, Alex's Lemonade Stand, and Covenant House. For more information, see my Twitter account.

Website/Facebook/Twitter/Goodreads

Ready for the Giveaway?! 
It truly is one to behold...

We all know Gabriel has slight shoe fetish, so it only deems fit to grace you with a pair of Louboutin's!

All you have to do is enter the giveaway for your chance to win - Good luck!

(FYI, the Louboutin winner will be gifted a Neiman Marcus gift card with shipping included. 

All prizes are international.)

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BIG News! Next novel from Sylvain Reynard

Clearly, I'm a Gabriel Fan, but it looks like SR will be gracing us with a new novel titled "The Raven"!

I'm really enjoyed the sound of it...
Underworld. Check.
Creatures of the Night. Check.
But wait...
This clip might make you read, then double read this:
"What I didn't mention was that one of the characters of The Raven appears in Gabriel's Redemption.  Can you identify him or her? I welcome your guesses in the comments below and on social media."

Oh.Boy! Or Girl...!!
*Claps*
I adore these games 

Here's all the info from Sylvain's site. Check it out!

"Dear Everyone,

Back in September, I wrote a post in which I mentioned my next novel. I'm pleased to be able to give you more information now.

My next novel is the first in a new series, and it will be entitled The Raven.  With this novel, I'm asking you to pack your bags and travel with me to the city of Florence. The Gabriel Series showed you the city during the day.  This time, I'll show you Florence's underworld, which is ruled by creatures of the night …

Here's the formal announcement:

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Gabriel Series comes a dark, sensual tale of romance in a city shrouded in mystery…

Raven Wood spends her days at Florence’s Uffizi Gallery restoring fine works of Renaissance art.  But an innocent walk home after an evening with friends changes her life forever. When she intervenes in the senseless beating of a homeless man, his attackers turn on her, dragging her into an alley.  Raven is only semi-conscious when their assault is interrupted by a cacophony of growls followed by her attacker’s screams.  Mercifully, she blacks out, but not before catching a glimpse of a shadowy figure who whispers to her …

Cassita vulneratus.

When Raven awakes, she is inexplicably changed.  She returns to the Uffizi, but no one recognizes her and more disturbingly, she discovers that she’s been absent an entire week.  With no recollection of the events leading up to her disappearance, Raven also learns that her absence coincides with one of the largest robberies in Uffizi history – the theft of a set of priceless Botticelli illustrations. When the baffled police force identifies her as its prime suspect, Raven is desperate to clear her name. She seeks out one of Florence’s wealthiest and elusive men in an attempt to uncover the truth about her disappearance.   Their encounter leads Raven to a dark underworld whose inhabitants kill to keep their secrets …

As I mentioned in my September post, readers of Gabriel's Redemption will be able to read an excerpt from The Raven at the end of both the paperback and e-book editions.

But what I didn't mention was that one of the characters of The Raven appears in Gabriel's Redemption.  Can you identify him or her? I welcome your guesses in the comments below and on social media.

I would be remiss if I didn't mention that there's a connection between The Gabriel Series and my new series - a connection that is more than simply me, or the city of Florence, or the Uffizi Gallery. If you've read the cover copy above carefully, probably you're beginning to guess the answer. But I'll be explicit and state that we won't be saying goodbye to the Professor and Julianne at the end of Gabriel's Redemption. Look for them to have cameo appearances in The Raven as well ...

While I don't have a release date for The Raven yet, I hope to have one soon. This novel marks my transition from a contemporary love story to a paranormal one. I hope you'll join me on this journey and that if you have friends and family who enjoy paranormal novels, you'll help me share the news with them.

As we approach the December 3rd release date of Gabriel's Redemption in North America, my American publisher has listed a giveaway of the novel on Goodreads.  US entrants can enter the contest  here.

And if you'd like to read a new excerpt from Gabriel's Redemption and enter another contest, you can do so here at Romance Times.

Finally, I want to wish everyone who is celebrating Thanksgiving this week a very happy holiday. I have much to be thankful for and in particular, I'm thankful for you, my readers.

All the best and thank you for your continued support,

SR"

www.sylvainreynard.com

Gabriels Rapture by Sylvain Reynard

I really enjoyed Gabriel's Inferno, but Gabriel's Rapture took it to a whole other level!

I was invested!
A real page turner for me.
Especially when certain someones get involved.

At several points I could literally feel my heart leap at the panic...

So, let's just say - Lots of intensity in this one!

We're all happy and snuggly warm, then
We move into the thinking and wondering stage, and
Then comes the dump truck!
*Splat*

Loved this book!
In fact, I may just love it even more now that I've had a some time to let it all soak in.
Do you know what I mean?
Sooooo much happens, it's like you go 0-60 in no time and it's a wonderful, blissful, hold onto the edge of your seat kind of ride.

So what's Gabriel's Rapture about?

"National bestselling author Sylvain Reynard continues the story of Gabriel and Julia, two lovers bound together by their darkest desires. 

But those very desires may destroy them . . . 
Professor Gabriel Emerson has embarked on a passionate, yet clandestine affair with his former student Julia Mitchell. Sequestered on a romantic holiday in Italy, he tutors her in the sensual delights of the body and the raptures of sex. 

But when they return, their happiness is threatened by conspiring students, academic politics, and a jealous ex-lover. When Gabriel is confronted by the university administration, will he succumb to Dante’s fate? Or will he fight to keep Julia, his Beatrice, forever?
 
In Gabriel’s Rapture, the brilliant sequel to the wildly successful debut novel, Gabriel’s Inferno, Sylvain Reynard weaves an exquisite love story that will touch the reader’s mind, body, and soul, forever."

Yes; That was me.

I copied and paste the synopsis, BUT for good reason!

I'm totally amped up on Gabriel and Julia right now, and I KNOW without a doubt I would end up giving far too much information away because I am so excited.

I definitely don't want to spoil this journey for anyone.

So I will conclude by saying -

If you loved Gabriel's Inferno, you're going to flip for Gabriel's Rapture!
For sure.
4.5 Stars for me!

RUSH FINLAY FANS! "Rush Too Far" by Abbi Glines News

RUSH FINLAY FANS! 

There will be a new book in The Rosemary Beach Series!

"Rush Too Far" by Abbi Glines, Releases May 2014!

This is sooooo exciting.

I am a HUGE fan of Rush!

Now, if you've been meaning to, but haven't had a chance to jump on the gravy train yet, here is the Reading Order.

For the entire story and a sneak peak from Queen Abbi, herself, visit here.

Did I mention, "Rush Too Far " is available for pre-order?
Just sayin'.

Gabriel's Inferno by Sylvain Reynard

I love how the past and present can sometimes collide!

In Gabriel's Inferno it does so in a BIG way.

You see;
Julia Mitchell is a practicing MA student, and
Gabriel Emerson is her professor.

Professor Emerson is a jerk, and
He has absolutely zero issues letting Julia know just how big of a imbecile he really is (or can be!).

Thing is...
He's mostly annoyed with her because -
A).  She's his student
B.)  He is attracted to her (and knows he shouldn't be), and
C.) She's all too familiar and he has no idea why - Eep!

OK!
Now that I have your attention, gather in.
*scoots chair forward*

Julia knows exactly who Professor Emerson is.
They have "history" together.
Oooh...yes...

Thing is, Gabriel is completely oblivious to it! *Shakes Head*

So, this is where they had me in the whole ants in my pants stage...

Julia knows Gabriel and his family.
She's best friends with his sister for cryin' out loud, yet he still remains clueless - Gaa!

As their platonic "relationship" continues, and Gabriel comes to realize, she knows his family, and it's beyond his control that they'll be seeing more of one another outside of school activities...
Truth be told, he's not hatin' it...

As you can imagine, things between Julia and Gabriel progress.
Especially when a big, HUGE, secret is revealed!!!
*Sorry...no whips and chains here folks*

But moving on...

Throughout all the scenario's in this book;
I was anxious, because of Gabriel's temper and assholery, yet
I felt warm because of their shared attraction, but
Not heated because nothing like that was really going on.
It was all the wanting and not having temptation.

Still...
I continued to have that teenage like/love/what is going on with you, you arrogant jerk, relationship with Gabriel.
It's like you hate to love him, love to hate him kinda thing.

He has a troubling past <--We all knew that was coming!

So, throughout most of the story, he's overly guarded, but
Under the layers, there's compassion, and
Understanding, and
Imaginable steam once you get inside the guys head.

Aside from all that -
I found myself having a pretty good educational lesson too.
I'm not a history buff by any means, but enjoyed learning about Dante and Beatrice (as well as others).
What I enjoyed even more is some of the scenarios that were playing out in their real lives but they were comparing to those of the past - So that was fun.

Another thing I got a kick out of was all the nicknames.
The ones for each other and ones they had given other people - hehe.

The only thing that was missing for me, is that I liked the story leading up, but the ending...
Well, it just kind of cut us off. *Hrmp*
It wasn't in a brash way, and I liked the ended.
It just didn't give me everything I wanted.
Like more of them.

Now cliffhanger haters - Don't go throwing the towel in just yet.
The ended provided the information we needed, but everything we had worked up to just kind of up and ended.

For me, I want to know how their stories continue, and I'm excited for "Gabriel's Rapture ".

4 Stars

To summarize, I would say "Gabriel's Inferno" is the getting to know you stage.

Looking forward to seeing what "Gabriel's Rapture" has in store for us.

I have a feeling there are going to be some surprises! xo

This Man Trilogy by Jodie Ellen Malpas - Reading Order

"This Man Trilogy" is a #1 New York Times Bestseller, and is one I want to get my hands on!

Here is the reading order:

The Man, (This Man Trilogy, Book 1)

Beneath This Man, (This Man Trilogy, Book 2)

This Man Confessed, (This Man Trilogy, Book 3)