Chat with RRT for New Year's Eve!!!

Don't forget we are chatting New Year's Eve begining at 10:00PM Eastern Time.

Click here for more info.

The tentative list of book prizes are as follows:

Paradise Awakening – Jaci Burton


The Venetian’s Midnight Mistress – Carole Mortimer

The Maverick -- Diana Palmer

Facets – Barbara Delinsky

Sultry Storm -- Celeste Norfleet

About Monday – Sydney Laine Alllan

A Red Hot Valentine’s Day – Lacy Danes, Megan Hart, Jackie Kessler, Jess Michaels

Slave – Cheryl Brooks

Baby, It’s Cold Outside – Jennifer Greene, Merline Lovelace, and Cindi Myers

Twelve Nights – Hope Tarr

Last of the Ravens – Linda Winstead Jones

The Rake’s Wicked Proposal – Carole Mortimer

Pregnant by the Warrior – Denise Lynn

The Bishop’s Daughter – Tiffany Warren

The Love of her Death – Luna Carrol

The Desert Lord’s Bride – Olivia Gates

Notorious -- Vicki Lewis Thompson

His Very Special Nurse – Margaret McDonagh

Caitlin’s Guardian Angel – Marie Ferrarella

Café Au Lait – Liane Spicer

Tempting Treats – Various EC authors

Whispered Secrets – Shiloh Walker

Enflame the Night – Arianna Hart

Wicked Burn – Beth Kery

What Happens in Vegas – Jodi Lynn Copeland, Lauren Dane, Anya Bast and Kit Tunstall

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!!!

Spotlight Review: IF LOOKS COULD CHILL by Nina Bruhns

IF LOOKS COULD CHILL – Nina Bruhns
Berkley Sensation
ISBN: 978-0-424-23152-4
December 2009
Romantic Suspense

St. Martin’s Parish, Louisiana – Present Day

Marc Lafayette works for Storm, part of a special ops team. Marc, Darcy, and Quinn worked undercover in Turkey to find the plans for a new bio-weapon, but failed in their attempt. Now, in Louisiana, they see evidence of the virus having been tested on animals. When State Trooper Tara Reeves sees the dead animals, Marc is told to neutralize her----he is not happy about baby sitting a police officer. Tara hires Marc to take her into the swamp. She wants to see first hand what is going on. The attraction between them sizzles.

A team of six from Storm has assembled in Louisiana hoping to find and destroy the terrorist cell operating in the bayou. Marc, Darcy, and Quinn are part of that team. Darcy and Quinn have had an on-again/off-again hot romance since meeting in Turkey.

Gina Capozzi, a scientist, is being held and forced to work on the virus by Abbas Tawhid, head of the Al Sayika terrorist organization. Rebel Haywood is looking for evidence on where she is, while Gina is praying for someone to rescue her from the terrorists. Alex Zane, who almost died on a mission for Storm, has just set the date to marry Rebel’s roommate, Helena Middleton; Rebel is heart-broken.

There is a lot of action in IF LOOKS COULD CHILL. It is anything but chilly---the sexual action is as hot and steamy as the action in the field. Members of the team don’t hesitate to make love or risk their lives hunting down the terrorists. Marc is a good guy, smitten by Tara, but will he be able to accept that it is love? And Darcy is tired of fooling around with Quinn; she wants a commitment. Rebel figures she doesn’t have a chance with Alex; can she forget him and meet someone new? The characters are all bold and colorful; the romance scenes are sensuous and intense. Chasing down the terrorists is frightening. Can they catch them before they kill a lot of people?

If you like a thrill a minute, you will enjoy IF LOOKS COULD CHILL. The gripping tale is well written and filled with intrigue and passion. With some threads left hanging, readers will look forward to the next book in this series, A KISS TO KILL.

Marilyn Heyman

Chat with Robin D Owens on Wednesday night!!!

Robin D Owens chat

Date: Wednesday December 30, 2009

Time: 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm Eastern Time

Location: http://client0.addonchat.com/sc.php?id=102122   (or go to http://www.romrevtoday.com/ and click RRT Chat)

Notes: SFR author Robin D Owens joins us to discuss her book, Heart Change. Door prize: two lucky winners will each receive a signed copy of Heart Change! And one lucky winner will be the first to read a signed ARC of Heart Journey! Moderated by KatBos.

A Storm of Passion winner is....

The winner of A STORM OF PASSION by Terri Brisbin is.....BETHIE!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations!

Please email me at pattifischer@yahoo.com no later than January 8th with your snail mail address.

Book Giveaway: WHAT SHE NEEDS by Lacey Alexander

What She Needs by Lacey Alexander
Out now!

Blurb:

Welcome to the Hotel Erotique, where sex is the main amenity.

Mild-mannered Jenna Banks has never considered sex a recreational sport, preferring instead to share herself one-on-one with a man she respects and loves. Then a friend secretly enters her in a contest—and to Jenna’s dismay she wins. It’s a two-week stay at the notorious Hotel Erotique, where every sexual fantasy comes true—in room after room, with stranger after stranger.

Even more unnerving for Jenna is Brent Powers, her wildly sensual personal guide, who can’t wait to put his degree in sexual psychology to work—by tapping into Jenna’s unspoken fantasies, and by allowing her to surrender her inhibitions and discover her true sense of freedom. But with the slow and steady seduction of Jenna come feelings that neither of them expected. And now where the final fantasy takes them depends on how far Jenna and Brent are really willing to go.

Want this?

To enter, tell us what you are going to be doing New Year's Eve? Any exciting plans, or in bed by 9:00?

I'll pick a winner on FRIDAY, the first of January.

Spotlight Review: SOLD TO A LAIRD by Karen Ranney

SOLD TO A LAIRD - Karen Ranney

Avon

ISBN: 978-0-06-177175-0
December 2009
Historical Romance

England and Scotland - 1860

Douglas Eston has arrived at the home of the Duke of Herridge to, hopefully, leave with an investment towards his invention. During the negotiations, the door bursts open and a vision of loveliness in the form of the duke’s daughter, Sarah, appears. She ignores Douglas, and with trembling hands and lips, demands that her father allow her mother to remain at their home instead of going to Scotland. The Duke ignores his daughter as he returns to Douglas’s query. When Douglas leaves, it is not only with the investment he came for, but with a wife!

Lady Sarah Baines is desperate to keep her comatose mother at home. Estranged from her husband, the duchess has wasted away, and Sarah knows that to move her would hasten her death. At odds with her father since birth, Sarah has always been terrified of the man, but the love for her mother is stronger, and her desperate attempt to keep the duchess in England has resulted in something she never anticipated...a husband. Sarah knows nothing about Douglas Eston and has no intention of consummating a marriage forced upon her, no matter how strikingly good looking her new spouse is.

The newlywed couple returns to Sarah’s home, Chavensworth, where Douglas sets up his laboratory in the hillside observatory that had been Sarah’s retreat. He hasn’t yet told his new wife what it is he is developing, but then, she hasn’t asked either. They sleep in the same room, but Sarah has moved a cot in for herself. It’s going to take a lot of work on his part to soften the prickly Sarah.

What neither Sarah nor Douglas knows is what the other has been through in life. Although Douglas is rapidly becoming aware of how Chavensworth has become Sarah’s obsession; she has a need to manage every little aspect of the great estate. She’s had nothing else to live for, and now with her mother dying, there is a sense of panic that she is losing the only person who has ever loved her, and the only one Sarah has ever loved. Douglas must tread carefully to show her that she is not alone. But he has his own secrets, and it’s not yet time to reveal them to his new wife.

I love Karen Ranney’s writing and her in-depth analyses of people’s foibles, good and bad. This character driven story grips the reader at page one when Sarah brushes aside her terror to confront her cruel, domineering father. It’s also when Douglas sees a little of himself as he conquered fears to become the man he is. While secondary characters are a strong part of the book, Sarah and Douglas dominate.

SOLD TO A LAIRD is another of Ms. Ranney’s wonderful Victorian-era novels that tell a powerful story and leaves a reader very satisfied.

Jani Brooks

New Year's Eve party chat on Thursday night!

Come join CrazyMo and Patti as we celebrate the New Year with a chat in the Romance Reviews Today Chat room. We'll be chatting December 31st starting at 10:00 PM Eastern Time (7:00 PM Pacific Time) and will last until no one is left in the chat room!


Books will be given away to chatters and a whole bunch of fun is bound to happen.

How to get there:

Either click this link
Or go to www.romrevtoday.com and click RRT Chat (see left side of site) and head into the RRT Chat room


Be there or be square!!!!!!

Merry Christmas from Romance Reviews Today!!

From the staff and supporters of Romance Reviews Today, we wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday!!!!!

Book Giveaway: A STORM OF PASSION by Terri Brisbin

A STORM OF PASSION by Terri Brisbin

Kensington Brava

Out now!

Blurb:

In the first of a breathtaking trilogy set against the stark beauty of medieval Scotland, one man discovers a surprising past, a remarkable gift—and a terrible destiny…

Once, Connor believed that his ability to see the future would grant him everything. Instead, it landed him in a prison of his own making. Summoned by the Lord of the Isles to serve as his counselor, Connor gains wealth and prestige, but with every vision, his own sight dims. Even so, Connor doesn’t grasp the terrible consequences of his gift until he’s wounded by a young woman who blames him for her family’s massacre.



Moira curses herself for failing to kill the Seer—especially when she learns her punishment is to be given to him as a slave. Far from the proud, arrogant tyrant she imagined, Connor is a tortured man with a dark sensuality that tempts her night after night. But freeing him from a strange power that is spiraling out of control will mean forsaking her vow and risking her heart for the one man she has sworn to destroy…

Set in Scotland, this story sounds really good. Want to win this? Then you can enter by answering this question:
 
What country (besides the one you live in :) ) would you like to visit?
(Okay, you can list more than one country)
 
One entry per person and I'll announce a winner on MONDAY night (to give everyone a chance in case they are busy over this weekend).

Winners!!!

The winner of THE CHRISTMAS PRESENT is "Morning Glow from Novel Addiction."

The winner of THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS is "Cherie J."

Congrats!!!!!    

Please email me by 1/5/10 at pattifischer@yahoo.com with your snail mail addy.

A Perfect 10: HUNTER'S NEED by Shiloh Walker

HUNTER’S NEED - Shiloh Walker
A Perfect 10
The Hunters, Book 11
Berkley Sensation
ISBN: 978-0-425-23150-0
December 2009
Paranormal Romance

Anchorage, Alaska - Present Day

In the four years since Analise Morell used her psychic gift to lure Duke into the clutches of a feral vamp, thereby making it possible for the Hunters to rescue not only Duke, but also Ana and her brother Brad, she has learned a lot. Her time at Excelsior taught her to control her gift, that she’s not strong enough to be a Hunter, and finally, while they may have allowed her to live at the exclusive school, nobody really wanted her there. She still wants Duke, but after the way she betrayed him, Ana is lucky to be alive----hoping for anything more would be ridiculous. Knowing it was time to move on, Ana struck out on her own.

Now, a year later, Ana’s built a comfortable life for herself in Alaska, far from the paranormal and gifted beings. An encounter with a homeless man changes things for Ana. Initially suspected of killing his girlfriend thirty years earlier, Paul wanders the town, often talking to himself, and mostly people think he’s crazy. Ana sees the desperation in his eyes, though, and knows that he’s neither crazy nor a killer. She feels the pull to find out what happened to his girlfriend, and during her investigation, she realizes that there is something wrong in Anchorage. Something she needs a Hunter’s help for.

The last place in the world Duke Lawson wants to be is anywhere near Ana Morell. He can’t forgive her betrayal, but he also can’t forget how much he wanted her that night five years ago. With no one else able to travel to Alaska, Duke’s going to have to figure out a way to work with her. It doesn’t take him long to get the answer to a question that has haunted him for years though----Ana wanted him that night just as much as he wanted her----and she still does. As they deal with the mysteries she’s uncovered, Ana and Duke finally get a chance to explore what has been between them since their first meeting.

They’ve been fighting it for years, but things finally come together for Ana and Duke in HUNTER’S NEED. After being rescued, Duke and the other Hunters realized that everything that Ana did, she did to keep her brother safe, and while he can’t condone her actions, Duke at least understands. Forgiveness is another matter entirely, and impossible until Duke is willing to admit that he was emotionally hurt by her actions. Ana doesn’t expect forgiveness or anything else from any of the Hunters. She’s shocked to find out that Duke is still attracted to her and, though she knows she’ll be hurt when he leaves, Ana is willing to take what she can get.

Ms. Walker has created an interesting world with her Hunters series, and it is probably best to read the previous books in order to get the full impact. However, the relationship between Ana and Duke takes place far away from the other Hunters, and with minimal contact with any of them. This book also focuses so completely on their romance and the mystery they find in Alaska, that it does pretty well as a stand-alone tale. Either way, HUNTER’S NEED is a riveting tale that I couldn’t put down and wanted to read again as soon as I finished. Which is why I am awarding it a Perfect 10 and highly recommending you pick up your copy immediately.

Jennifer Bishop

Open Chat Wednesday night at Romance Reviews Today

Due to the holiday, there won't be an author chatting Wednesday night at 9:00PM Eastern Time in the Romance Reviews Today chat room. However, I'm sure there will be someone chatting in there, so if you don't have anything else to do, then stop in and see what 's going on!!!

The Night Before Christmas with authors Brenda Novak, Day Leclaire and Molly O'Keefe

Out now!

When their private plane crashes in the Sierra Nevada, two political enemies discover that survival means more than just living—it also means loving.


A gripping story by New York Times bestselling author Brenda Novak.


***


Wrapped in a bow and left on a doorstep, an innocent baby proves a true gift for three couples who have let hurt feelings get in the way of healing hearts.


A tender tale of family and forgiveness by USA TODAY bestselling author Day Leclaire.


***


Reluctantly returned home after a disastrous breakup, a young woman is thrown together with the man she once pushed away—but never forgot.


A touching story of secrets revealed and love reclaimed, by beloved Harlequin author Molly O'Keefe.

Simple question and you'll be put into a drawing for this book:


Are you going to have a white Christmas?


I'll pick a winner on Wednesday night!!!

Spotlight Review: HOLIDAY BRIDES - Jewel Amethyst, Farrah Rochon and Stefanie Worth

HOLIDAY BRIDES – Jewel Amethyst, Farrah Rochon, Stefanie Worth

Leisure Books

ISBN-10: 0-8439-6319-0

ISBN-13: 978-0-8439-6319-9
October 2009
Contemporary Romance Anthology

Christmas time is a magical time of the year. When you combine the joys of the season with made-for-each other romance, the end result is a fabulous blend.

From SKB With Love – Jewel Amethyst
St. Kitts - the Present

For the past ten years, Venetta David has spent Christmas alone and miserable. The death of a loved one has left an unfillable void that Venetta feels deeply around Christmas. But this year, things will be different because a group of friends convince Venetta to spend the holiday with them in St. Kitts. This change of place also brings a change of pace for Venetta, and she finds a new love quite unexpectedly.

From SKB With Love is a touching love story that proves that it is possible to have a second chance at love.

No Ordinary Gift – Farrah Rochon
New Orleans, Louisiana – the Present

Is it possible to rebuild trust after being hurt by the one you love? Kemah Griffin was heartbroken when Tyson Crawford suddenly ended their relationship a year ago. Now, Tyson is back and determined to rekindle their relationship. He knows there will never be another for him and is willing to do whatever it takes to convince Kemah to take him back.

No Ordinary Gift is a story about forgiveness, acceptance, and an all-encompassing love.

HeavenSent.com – Stefanie Worth
Detroit, Michigan – the Present

Brenna Campbell wants a man. Since she is having a difficult time meeting men personally, Brenna decides to try to find love the modern day way...via the internet. Things are not progressing as quickly as Brenna wants, and she is getting discouraged. Evan Shephard realizes that he is not getting any younger and wants to settle down. Placing an ad on a dating website seems to be the perfect solution to his problem. Soon, Brenna and Evan realize that everything they needed was there all along.

HOLIDAY BRIDES has three entertaining stories about strong women who decide to take a chance on love. Just in time for the holiday season, HOLIDAY BRIDES is a book romance lovers will enjoy.

Anthonette Dotson

Book Giveaway: The Christmas Present by Tracy Wolff

The Christmas Present by Tracy Wolff
Harlequin SuperRomance
Out Now!

Blurb:

Rafael Cardoza needs a lawyer. A good one well versed in criminal law is the only hope to save the wrongfully accused kid from Rafael’s community center. So how does he end up with uptown divorce attorney Vivian Wentworth? The chances of her successfully defending this case are slim to none. If Rafael were smart, he’d show Vivian the door.

Too bad his attraction to her is clouding his judgment. And when he can finally see past his libido, he realizes that there’s more to Vivian than her family name and her designer clothes. In fact, she’s working so hard to clear the kid’s name, they just might win. It’s the best Christmas gift Rafael could receive…or would that be Vivian agreeing to stay with him?


I'll announce a winner on WEDNESDAY night. To enter, just answer this question:

What was the best present you ever received?

Good luck and I can't wait to hear your stories!!!

(Yes, I read your posts)

Santa, Baby winner is.....

Momof1DD wins the copy of SANTA, BABY by Lisa Renee Jones!!

Congrats! Please email me at pattifischer@yahoo.com with your snail mail addy by 12/31/09.

Book Winners..........

First off,, I want to apologize for forgetting to draw a winner for the Shelly Laurenston book on Wednesday. I totally spaced it out. Holiday forgetfulness. LOL

Anyway, the winner for the book has been drawn and it is...... LAURIE!


Finally, a big thank you to Helen Brenna for being our guest yesterday. I know she had fun and in honor of that, she has decided to give away a book to TWO winners. How about that?

Here are the winners:

TETEWA
and
EMMANUELLE

Congrats, ladies and please email me at fisc40pa@aol.com with your snail mail addresses.

Q&A with HELEN BRENNA and a book giveaway!

1. Tell us about your newest release.


Then Comes Baby, my December Superromance, is the 3rd in a so far 4 book series set on Mirabelle Island. (Three more books are possible for 2011.) This book takes us away from the quaint idyllic village to the secluded, rustic northwest end of the island where Jamis, a horror novelist, has attempted to isolate himself from the world. His peace is shattered when Natalie moves in next door and starts a summer camp for kids.

2. When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?


I’ve always been a voracious reader, especially of romances, but never, ever imagined trying to write one. My undergraduate degree is in accounting, for heaven’s sake! But when I started staying home with my, then, two year old daughter, I decided to give it a try. What a roller coaster of a journey this has been!

3. Where do you get your information or ideas for your stories?

My information and ideas come from all over the place. Travels, newspapers, movies, music, books, brainstorming with my kids and writer friends. In the shower, driving, cooking, it can happen anywhere, anytime.

4. What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?


I’m not very interesting. Really. As for writing quirks … it used to be the only way I could write was at my computer in my office wearing a particular sweater. But then I suffered a herniated disk in my spine last year and had to learn how to write on my laptop while in a prone position. Now I’m not quirky any longer. I don’t even wear the sweater!

5. What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?

This is a tough question. I do a lot of research for my books. They’ve been set in the Bahamas, Peru, Greece, Argentina. I’m writing one now that takes place, in part, in Turkey and Russia. I’ve never been to any of these places, but I learn about languages, customs, food, you name it. It’s all good.

6. What authors or friends influenced you in helping you become a writer?


I had just finished reading a LaVyrle Spencer historical when I first got the urge to write. I then joined a critique group – we were all unpublished at the time – with Connie Brockway and Susan Kay Law, both of whom are now multi-published award winning authors. I would’ve never sold my first book years later without what I learned from that first critique group.

7. What does your family think about your career as a published author?


My family is extremely supportive. They think my writing is awesome. They cheerlead, cook and clean when I’m under deadline, pimp my books to their family and friends, and even brainstorm with me. Some even read my books and like them! At least that’s what they tell me.

8. Can you tell us about what’s coming up next for you writing wise?

The 4th in the Mirabelle series is out in June 2010. The book I’m writing now, as yet untitled, is the sequel to my October 2008 Superromance, FINDING MR RIGHT and features Maggie’s little sister, Kate, and her bodyguard from that story. It’s a romantic suspense/adventure that has Kate and Riley working against the clock to steal several statues in order to save Riley’s kidnapped sister. I just turned in a proposal for 3 more Mirabelle stories I hope to write for 2011. Sarah needs her own hero!

Thanks for having me at Romance Reviews Today. And double thanks for the Perfect 10 reviews!

You can learn more about Helen Brenna by visiting her website at: www.helenbrenna.com
Purchase a copy of Then Comes Baby at most bookstores.

Now, for an added treat, we want you to ask Helen questions or make comments because she has graciously agreed to give away a copy of her December book to one lucky reader!!!

Start posting away!

Christmas Book Giveaway: SANTA, BABY by Lisa Renee Jones

Santa, Baby by Lisa Renee Jones is a December 2009 Harlequin Blaze

Blurb:

When bookstore owner Caron Avery dresses up as Marilyn Monroe for a charity ball, she decides that for once in her life she’ll let her inhibitions go. Before she knows it Caron is living a night of fantasy with sexy millionaire Baxter Remington in hot pursuit.


And what a night it is. Sizzling, red-hot and sensual, Baxter can’t believe he’s fallen under the adorable blonde’s…er…brunette’s spell. But with the scandal going on in his life, he knows he should let her go before she gets caught up in it, too. Then again—maybe one more night (or eight!) of mind-blowing passion will help them both forget!


Question for readers: Are you ready for Christmas?

Post away and I'll annnounce a winner on Sunday night. :)

Chat Wednesday night with Holli Winters at RRT!!!

Whispers Publishing author Holli Winters joins us to discuss her latest release, French Kiss. Door prize: one lucky winner will receive a $10 gift card to Amazon, BN or Fictionwise! Moderated by KatBos.

When? This Wednesday night at 9:00PM Eastern Time

Where? http://client0.addonchat.com/sc.php?id=102122

Hope to see you there!

Learn more about Holli by visiting her website at http://www.holliwinters.com/



Mo

Spotlight Review: MIDNIGHT PLEASURES WITH A SCOUNDREL by Lorraine Heath

MIDNIGHT PLEASURES WITH A SCOUNDREL - Lorraine Heath
Avon Books
ISBN: 978-0-06-173400-7
November 2009
Historical Romance

London, 1852

Miss Eleanor Watkins, daughter of an obscure viscount, has come to London for one reason...vengeance. She's willing to die if necessary, so long as the man who drove her sister to suicide dies first.

James Swindler has made a name for himself working for justice as Scotland Yard's most successful detective, a far cry from the orphaned thief he once was after he watched his father hang. His current assignment doesn't sit well with him; it's not one of the usual crimes he's good at solving. The Marquess of Rockberry reported a young woman wants to kill him. Swindler's assignment is to follow the woman and ascertain her intent.

As Eleanor trails Rockberry through a pleasure park at night, she has the uncanny feeling she is being followed instead.

Swindler wonders at the young woman putting herself in such danger and has to come to her rescue when three "gentlemen" accost her. In this way he meets his subject. Eventually, he decides he must woo her into revealing her motives for following the marquess around, though he can't imagine this young innocent represents any danger to the peer.

MIDNIGHT PLEASURES WITH A SCOUNDREL is the fourth novel in the Scoundrels of St. James series that chronicles the adventures of a group of slum children who once thieved for their living. One of them was found to be the lost heir of an earl, another became a wealthy owner of a gentleman's club, and the lone female married into the aristocracy. The four remain fast friends and, along with their spouse, come to Swindler's aid before the tale is over.

As in the earlier books, the main characters arouse compassion and admiration, and the plot is compelling. There is mystery and emotion enough to keep a body reading way past bedtime. It's not a light read; parts are quite dark and twisty, but the whole is riveting.

Jane Bowers

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REVIEWS:

We have 28 new reviews for your reading pleasure:



Anthologies
DOUBLE THE HEAT – Lori Foster, Deirdre Martin, Elizabeth Bevarly, Christie Ridgway – Patti – Contemporary Romance

HOLIDAY BRIDES – Jewel Amethyst, Farrah Rochon, Stefanie Worth – Antoinette – Contemporary Romance

THE LOST – J.D. Robb, Patricia Gaffney, Mary Blayney, Ruth Ryan Langan – Marilyn – Anthology – Paranormal Romance



Contemporary Fiction

LOVE IN TRANSLATION – Wendy Nelson Tokunaga – Jane – Contemporary Fictoin

SANDCASTLES – Nancy Gotter Gates – Deborah – Inspirational Contemporary Fiction



Contemporary Romance

BURN FOR ME – Dee Tenorio – Rancho del Cielo, Book 3 – Jennifer

FOR HIS EYES ONLY – Avery Beck – Jennifer – contemporary Romance



Fantasy
CONFESSIONS OF A DEMON – S.L. Wright – Kathy – Urban Fantasy

Historical Romance

KNIGHT OF PLEASURE – Margaret Mallory – All The King’s Men – Jani – Historical Romance

SOLD TO A LAIRD – Karen Ranney – Jani – Historical Romance

THE TREASURE – Iris Johansen – Lisa – Historical Romance

THE WICKED DUKE TAKES A WIFE – Jillian Hunter – Boscastle series, Book 9 - Diana

WILD HEART – Lori Bright – Robin – Paranormal Historical Romance



Mystery/Suspense/Thriller

DYING SCREAM – Mary Burton – Diana – Suspense

THE WRONG SIDE OF DEAD – Jordan Dane – Sweet Justice, Book 2 – Jennifer – Mystery/Suspense



Paranormal Fiction

THE GIRL ON LEGARE STREET – Karen White – Marilyn – Paranormal Fiction



Paranormal Romance

CRIMSON – Jordon Summers – Dead World, Book 3 – Lori
DARK SIDE OF DAWN – Kathryn Smith – The Nightmare Chronicles – Marilyn

HUNTER’S NEED – Shiloh Walker – The Hunters, Book 11 – A Perfect 10 – Jennifer
SOUL MAGIC – Jennifer Lyon – Jennifer



Regency Romance
THE INDEPENDENCE OF MISS MARY BENNET – Colleen McCullough - Jani

Romantic Comedy
DIVORCED, DESPERATE AND DECEIVED – Christie Craig – Patti – Romantic Comedy



Romantic Suspense/Mystery/Thriller

IF LOOKS COULD CHILL – Nina Bruhns – Marilyn – Romantic Suspense
SINS OF THE FLESH – Caridad Pineiro – Sins, Book 1 – Lori – Paranormal Romantic Suspense



Science Fiction Romance
REDEMPTION – R.Garland Gray – Darkscape series, Book 2 – Kathy – Sci Fi Romance



Series
DEFIANT MISTRESS, RUTHLESS MILLIONAIRE – Yvonne Lindsay – Patti

HIGH-POWERED, HOT –BLOODED – Susan Mallory – Man of the Month – Patti – SD #1981 – Series Romance

LONE STAR SEDUCTION – Day Leclaire – Texas Cattlemen’s Club, Book 6 – Patti – SD #1983 – Series Romance

MILLIONAIRE UNDER THE MISTLETOE – Tessa Radley – Jennifer – SD #1985 – Series Romance

NEXT COMES LOVE – Helen Brenna – An Island to Remember Series, Book 2 – A Perfect 10 – Diana – HSR #1594 – Series Romance

THE MAVERICK – Diana Palmer- Long Tall Texan Series – Diana – SD #1982 – Series Romance

Time Travel Romance

THE BEST GIFT – Wendy Markham - Deborah

Book Giveaway: THE MANE SQUEEZE by Shelly Laurenston!

THE MANE SQUEEZE -- Shelly Laurenston
Out now! Available at most bookstores

Blurb:

Growing up on the tough Philly streets, Gwen O'Neill has learned how to fend for herself. But what is she supposed to do with a nice, suburban Jersey boy in the form of a massive Grizzly shifter? Especially one with a rather unhealthy fetish for honey, moose, and...uh...well, her. Yet despite his menacing ursine growl and four-inch claws, Gwen finds Lachlan 'Lock' MacRyrie cute and really sweet. He actually watches out for her, protects her, and unlike the rest of her out-of-control family manages not to morbidly embarrass her. Too bad cats don't believe in forever. At nearly seven feet tall, Lock is used to people responding to him in two ways: screaming and running away. Gwen - half lioness, half tigress, all kick-ass - does neither. She's sexy beyond belief and smart as hell, but she's born protector. Watching out for the family and friends closest to her but missing the fact that she's being stalked by a murderous enemy who doesn't like hybrids...and absolutely hates Gwen. Lock probably shouldn't get involved, but he will. Why? Because this is Gwen - and no matter what the hissing, roaring, drape destroying feline says about not being ready to settle down, Lock knows he can't simply walk away. Not when she's come to mean absolutely everything to him.



Question for readers:

What new author (or authors) did you read in 2009 that you have now put on your auto-buy list? It doesn't have to be an author who debuted in 2009, just someone you had't read before and now enjoy their books.

Good luck!
Winner will be announced Wednesday night.

The Heather Graham winner is......

The winner of Home in Time for Christmas is..... CHEY!!!!

Please email me at pattifischer@yahoo.com with your snail mail addy!

Holiday Book Giveaway: HOME IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS by Heather Graham

Home in Time for Christmas by Heather Graham.

Out now, in hardcover

Blurb:

Centuries ago, by a scaffold in Manhattan, rose petals drifted gently to the ground...

...like snow on a wintry Massachusetts night. Melody Tarleton is driving home for Christmas when a man - clad in Revolutionary War-era costume - appears out of nowhere, right in the path of her car. Shaken, she takes the injured stranger in, listening with concern to Jake Mallory’s fantastic claim that he’s a Patriot soldier, sentenced to death by British authorities. The last thing he remembers is the tug of the noose.

Safe at her parents’ house, Melody concocts a story to explain the handsome holiday guest with the courtly manners, strange clothes and nasty bump on the head. Mark, her close friend who wishes he were more, is skeptical and her family is fascinated - though not half so fascinated as Melody herself. Jake is passionate, charming and utterly unlike anyone she’s ever met. Can he really be who he claims? And can a man from the distant past be the future she truly longs for?

With the aid of enchanted petals, ancient potions and the peculiar magic of the season, Melody and Jake embark on an unimaginable Christmas adventure - and discover a love that transcends time.

Interested? My question is easy. Post and tell us how many books do you currently have on your TBR (to be read) pile.

I'll pick a winner this coming Sunday night. Good luck!!!!

Learn more about Heather by visiting her site at http://www.eheathergraham.com/

Winner of Men On Fire is....

Congrats to Book Junkie, who wins the copy of MEN ON FIRE!!!!!!


Please email me at pattifischer@yahoo.com with your snail mail address.

Chat with Terri Brisbin 12/9/09 at 9:00PM EST!

Kensington Brava author Terri Brisbin joins us to discuss her book, A Storm of Passion. Door prize: one lucky winner will receive a signed collectible ARC of A Storm of Passion! Moderated by CrazyMo.

When? This Wednesday night at 9:00PM Eastern Time

Where? http://client0.addonchat.com/sc.php?id=102122 or go to www.romrevtoday.com and click on RRT CHAT in the left column. Once the login screen loads, type your name and choose Mo's Book Buzz from the chat room menu ;)

Hope to see you all for what will most likely be a wild wacky chat! ;)

Mo

A Perfect 10: ICE by Linda Howard

ICE - Linda Howard
A Perfect 10
Ballantine Books (Hardcover)
ISBN: 978-0-345-51719-7
November 2009
Romantic Suspense

Mid-December; Wilson Creek, Maine

After losing his wife three years ago, Army Sergeant Gabriel McQueen hasn't been able to see his son Sam as often as he'd like. Gabe is stationed in North Caroline, while Sam lives with his McQueen grandparents in Maine. This trip home is especially precious with Christmas coming up. But for now, it's just a quick hello and goodbye because, with a wicked ice storm on the way, Gabe's father asks a favor of Gabe. Sheriff McQueen hasn't been able to reach Lolly Helton, who's alone at her parents' former home on a mountainside outside of town where cell phones don't reach. He wants Gabe to alert her to the coming storm and bring her into town. Gabe's less than enthused at leaving Sam or to confront the stuck-up girl he used to tease in high school. But as a military policeman, Gabe is used to heeding duty's call. It's a race to get to Lolly and back before the storm hits.

Gabe's training proves invaluable in the hours ahead, for when he gets to the old Helton place, he finds Lolly being held prisoner by armed meth-heads.

Lolly wasn't so much stuck up as insecure, but she's made a good life for herself in Portland; she came back to Wilson Creek to ready her old home for sale. But now she's sure she's going to die . . .

ICE is unique in my reading experience. It's a terrific novel of suspense in which two people are pitted against a killing storm and a pair of drug-crazed murderers. At the same time, it's a warming romance between the once shy sophomore and the popular high school senior on whom she had a crush. Even though Gabe and Lolly face horrific challenges, their growing relationship is a delight. So as the plot chills the bones, the romance warms the heart. One could call ICE a book of contrasts, for parallel with the heat and cold, the points of view alternate from Gabe's and Lolly's to Darwin's and Niki's, a nasty pair if ever there was one.

Talented author Linda Howard packed a lot of story and heart in just under 200 pages. ICE is a small masterpiece that still gives me pleasure when I think about it. It richly deserves a rare Romance Reviews Today Perfect 10.

Jane Bowers

MEN ON FIRE giveaway!

Men on Fire - Susan Lyons, Rachelle Chase and Jodi Lynn Copeland

Out now!

Blub:

Brave, bold, and dangerously sexy, firefighters are every woman's fantasy. Meet three hot heroes who take scorching desire to a whole new level...Executive Jade Rousseau needs to find a fake fiance to parade around her company's social events. When her friends bid on red-hot firefighter Quinn O'Malley at a benefit auction, Jade bids higher. The man has to be hers - and she can't wait to feel the passion...When fashion designer Delta Ballantyne asks firefighter Evan Marshall to model her sexy line of men's underwear, she can't stop the sizzling fantasies running through her mind, beginning with sophisticated foreplay...and ending with the ultimate climax...Ever since Erica Donelson's ex-husband left her, his former best buddy, firefighter Lincoln Gabriel, has been there for her. But before long, their warm friendship heats up to a burning lust that won't be denied...

Want to win this book? A question for you.... Do you ogle sexy firemen when you spot one? Tell us!!!!

Winner will be picked by random number picker and announced Wednesday night.

The winner is............

The winner of WRAPPED IN SEDUCTION is CallMeKayla!!!!!

Kayla (I think that is your name) please email me at pattifischer@yahoo.com with your snail mail address!!!

Congratulations!!!!!!





And an announcement....in addition to the books I'm giving away here on the blog, Terrie, our esteemed boss at the Romance Reviews Today site has asked me to give away several erotic books this month in lieu of the contest at RRTErotic, as the site is experiencing problems.

Guess that means more book giveaways here on the blog!! 

Book Giveaway: WRAPPED IN SEDUCTION by Lisa Renee Jones, Cathryn Fox and Jodi Lynn Copeland

Out now!

Blurb:

It's that time of year when nights are longer, passions run hotter, and for three sisters, naughty wishes come true...

Three sisters. Three wishes. And one hot Christmas in this sizzling collection of novellas from today's most popular erotic authors...

Holly's come home for the holidays, ready to enjoy a few cozy weeks of small-town life. But a fling with a local stranger heats up the nights. When she discovers the stranger's secret ties to her own family, he ends up Wrapped in Holly.

The one man Rachel wants is strictly off limits, so she agrees to keep her distance-until he dresses up as old St. Nick and stirs a playful fantasy in Rachel. Maybe it's the black leather boots. Or the soft fur and red velvet. Whatever it is, she's Hot for Santa. A broken engagement has left Tori feeling the Christmas blues when she returns to her welcoming family for the holiday. There's no better way to chase those blues away than with an old flame who sparks a new passion and leaves Tori feeling Mistletoe Bliss.

What do you need to do to enter? Simple, answer the question:

 

If you could spend Christmas some place other than home, where would you like to be?

(and yes, your family can go with you)

 

I'll pick a winner on SUNDAY night. Good luck!!

 

Book winner is....

Using Custom Random Number Generator and............

........flchen1 wins the signed copy of More Blazing Bedtime Stories by Julie Leto and Leslie Kelly!!!!

Please email me at pattifischer@yahoo.com with your snail mail addy by 12/10/09!

Congrats!

Wednesday night Chat at Romance Reviews Today with Shirlee Busbee!

Author Shirlee Busbee joins us to discuss her book, Surrender Becomes Her. Door Prize: One lucky winner will receive a signed copy of Surrender Becomes Her! Moderated by KatBos.

When? This Wed at 9:00PM Eastern time

Where? http://client0.addonchat.com/sc.php?id=102122

or go to http://www.romrevtoday.com/ and click on RRT Chat. Once the login screen loads jes type your name and choose Mo's room from the chat room menu ;) Make sure your java software has been updated ;)

Hope to see you there!

Mo
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