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More Than This ~ Jay McLean

~Synopsis~

*Mikayla*
In one night my fairytale ended. Or it may have begun. This is my story of friendship and love, heartbreak and desire, and the strength to show weakness.

*Jake*
One night I met a girl. A sad and broken girl, but one more beautiful than any other. She laughed through her sadness, while I loved through her heartbreak.

*This is our story of a maybe ever after.*

He was right. It made no difference whether it was 6 months or 6 years.
I couldn’t undo what had been done. I couldn’t change the future.
I couldn’t even predict it.
It was one night.
One night when everything changed.
It was so much more than just the betrayal.
It was the Tragedy.
The Deaths.
The Murders.
But it was also that feeling.
The feeling of falling.

~Angie's Review~

5++ Emotional Stars!

This book starts out very much like many others, however it changes into something of it's very own pretty quick. It smacks you right upside your head. I never saw it coming. Senior Prom is where we start. Mikayla, Megan (Mikayla's best friend), and James (Mikayla's Boyfriend) are all out for dinner before the main event. When a unimaginable betrayal is revealed, the evening does not go as planned, understatement of the year here.

Mikayla ends up in a life changing situation that evening. Relationships are formed, broken, and lost. More Than This proves, that true friends are sometimes found in the most unlikely of places. There is still sometimes kindness among strangers.

This book made me run every range of emotion. It will give you all the feels. Parts of this story will literally rip your heart out. Others will make you laugh out loud. Sigh and swoon over the compelling romance unfolding before you. You will cry at least once during your read of More Than This, you have been warned.

Mikayla, Jake, Megan, James, Lucy, Cam, Logan, Heidi, Dylan, are all pretty colorful characters to say the least. The characters are amazingly well written, even if you want to cause bodily harm to some of them, more then once. They are all quirky, and unique in their own ways. Lucy pretty much cracked me up the whole way through, especially when she had too much to drink. That girl has the mouth of a drunken sailor, and she's a book junkie. I loved this. Mikayla and Lucy bond over their love of the same book, in a matter of minutes. Book Buddies Unite!

Jake has got to be one of the most unforgettable book boyfriends ever written. He's kinda a big deal... The compassion, sincerity, unwavering support, understanding,  and sheer adoration he shows Mikayla is what every girl on this planet wishes and prays for. In the times when she needs someone the most, he is always there.

"I'm not blind to the confused stares we're getting from the grownups, I just don't care. If she needs me, I'll be there." ~ Jake

The undeniable chemistry between Jake and Mikayla is evident from the moment they meet. Watching their story unfold was profoundly moving,  with the extreme circumstances that it is born from, it was so much more emotional to read. 

"She's just, more than anyone else. We haven't slept together, we haven't even kissed, and she's just...more." ~Jake

"And I so much more than a lot love him, too" -Mikayla

More Than This has so many incredible passages. I may have over 100 highlighters on this book. I could go on for days about how fantabulous this book is. I adored More Than This, so much more than a lot, and I immediately downloaded the next, More Than Her. Jay McLean has a few new Fan Girl's after this. These books are not to be missed. Trust Me.

"He is absolutely everything the books tell you that boys should be. And if you were still here today, I would tell you, that in your future, do not settle for anything less than the Jake Andrews of the world. Because they exist, and not just in fairytales." ~ Mikayla

~Kristine's Review~

I  give this book more than 5 stars!!

Holy cow, where is the warning label? 
It should say, "Caution - May cause excessive reading, trouble sleeping, stomach flutters, and a major book hangover!" 
I had all of these and more! There is one thing that I  love when reading a great book - the emotions that I feel. Jay McLean's writing in this book makes all of that emotion spill out.The character development is perfect. I was able to get to know the main characters and love them like they were my friends! I also love the changing point of view in each chapter! I love getting into their minds and feeling what each character feels.

I enjoyed More Than This right from the beginning. The story opens with Mikayla getting ready for her prom.  This girl had it all, wonderful parents, a loving little sister, a great best friend, and loving boyfriend.  But as we learn, it all turns to dirt real soon.  Best friends and boyfriends are not always what they appear to be. Then Mikayla finds herself crying on the floor in front of a bathroom door.  Little does Mikayla realize, Jake Andrews, (he's kind of a big deal)was watching the whole time.  Jake becomes Mikayla's knight in shining armor. He invites her to join him and his friends at his prom! He is hot as hell and, did I mention, he has a super sexy accent?
I'm yelling, YES! Wait you don't even know him!

 

"I need to do something. I need to comfort her, to make sure she's going to be okay." ~Jake

 




Jake has some great friends. My favorites, Cam and Lucy.  Lucy is a bookworm who has an e-reader in hand at all times, loaded with steamy romance novels. I want her to be my book best friend! Cam her boyfriend, jokes about how he loves her reading these books because he gets some. Jake's friends are wonderful at welcoming Mikayla into their group.    

You would think that the episode at the restaurant would be enough, "nope", and I make the "p" with a pop. (The characters in the book make the 'p' with a pop a lot.) The end of the night ends in a tragic event that no one should ever go through.  I'm going to stop here because of spoilery. 

 


After this tragic event, Mikayla goes through many changes.There is something about Jake that she needs, he's her safe place. Jake changes that night, as well. There are these feelings that he has for Mikayla, that he has never had for anyone.  He needs to protect her. This is where all the feelings I mentioned before begin to emerge. Jake's sexy Aussie accent gave me goose bumps everywhere.  The sexual attraction is insane, many times my face was on fire, as well as other areas too!!   This story doesn't end in a cliff hanger, another thing I love. I am totally Fan Girling this book and I guarantee you will be too! Thank you Jay McLean for such a memorable read! 

 

P.S - The second book in this series is out!  It's

called More Than Her. 

 

"If I compare my feelings for Jake to anyone else, then I know. I know I've never loved anyone before. Not even a little bit.
Not even all."~Mikayla


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Beauty From Love (Beauty, #3)
By Bestselling Author Georgia Cates

Expected release January 28, 2014

An Adult Contemporary Romance

The epic romance between an all-American beauty and her Aussie continues in this final installment of The Beauty Series.

Jack McLachlan is fulfilled by more than he dared to dream possible. He finds everything he never knew he wanted—or needed—in Laurelyn Prescott, his last and final companion. Life is beautiful with his beloved by his side but their post-wedded bliss is cut short when his dark past springs into their present happiness. He wants to shelter Laurelyn but keeping her untainted by his previous life proves impossible when  yesterday’s sins insist on returning to haunt him. Will it be possible for them to find happiness in their forever with a past like his?

Beauty From Love is an adult contemporary novel and is not intended for younger readers due to mature content.

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 About the Author

Georgia resides in rural Mississippi with her wonderful husband, Jeff, and their two beautiful daughters. She spent fourteen years as a labor and delivery nurse before she decided to pursue her dream of becoming an author and hasn’t looked back yet.

When she’s not writing, she’s thinking about writing. When she’s being domestic, she’s listening to her iPod and visualizing scenes for her current work in progress. Every story coming from her always has a song to inspire it.

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Forever with You - Laurelin Paige

Coming January 13, 2014

Synopsis

Alayna Withers' relationship with Hudson Pierce has tested both her and his ability to trust. They decide that the only way they can move forward together is with open doors and transparency. It won’t be easy for the scarred lovers, but they’re committed to each other more now than ever. Alayna, in particular, has grown through their trials, and has emerged more confident and faithful to the man she loves.

 But while the pair is focused on the future, their past shows up again to threaten their fragile bond. Promises that were made are broken, and Alayna learns that Hudson still has very potent secrets—secrets that will tear them both apart. As much as she feels for him, her ability to forgive and forget is tested beyond her limits.

 Even though she found the only man who could fix her, a forever with Hudson seems more and more out of reach.

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 USA Today Bestselling Author Laurelin Paige is a sucker for a good romance and gets giddy anytime there’s kissing, much to the embarrassment of her three daughters. Her husband doesn’t seem to complain, however. When she isn’t reading or writing sexy stories, she’s probably singing, watching Mad Men and the Walking Dead, or dreaming of Adam Levine. She is represented by the wonderful Bob Diforio of D4EO Literary Agency.

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Across the Ocean

Heather Sosbee

~Synopsis~

Brooke has spent the last four years dreaming of visiting Iceland. When everything in her life seems to fall apart, she takes it as a sign that now is the time to go. She heads to the land where the sun doesn’t set, the mountains are fierce, and the hot pools are divine.
Ari is the handsome Viking that Brooke has fallen for over the years through the Internet. Now that she finally gets to meet him in person, she’s unprepared for how steamy things are between them. Only Ari isn’t available. He’s involved with a woman whose jealousy brings nothing but torment between Brooke and Ari. Will Ari choose Brooke? Or will she be forced to leave all of her dreams behind?

This book is for mature audiences only, due to sexual content, language, and difficult scenarios.

 

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~My Brooke~

~My Ari~

~Angie's Review~

5+ Sexy Stars! 

This book has a very special place in my heart. I was a Beta on this book. Across the Ocean is a modern love story, erotic and very sexy. 

 

Two complete strangers, Brooke and Ari meet via MSN Chat. With an ocean and thousands of miles separating them, an undeniable connection is formed. Their relationship builds and grows over time. Years in fact. Friendship first, later love, desire, lust, longing. 

 

~Spoiler Alert~

The sexiest MSN video chat EVER! *fans self* 

 

Brooke travels to Iceland, unexpectedly on the back end of a bad break up. Seeking her best friends, Emilia, and Ari for support and comfort. This is where their story begins.

 

The supporting characters Gunnar, Lara, Emilia, Soley, are essential to the story as well. Emilia is Brooke's best friend and I loved her, supportive, understanding, everything a girl needs in a best friend. Gunnar, Ari's best friend, incredibly sexy. Lara, Ari's now girlfriend, and Emilia's close friend. Well let's not go there. I could go on for days. It would not be pretty... I digress.

 

Ari and Brooke are both torn, emotionally and physically between what is right and what they desire, have longed for, for years now. Ari is in a relationship, when Brooke arrives. I found it refreshing and endearing that these characters struggled to deny their feelings and desires.  Inner monologues from both Ari and Brooke, give you as a reader both perspectives, it's a brilliant idea and it works beautifully.

 

I had many favourite moments in Across the Ocean, but my most favourite without a doubt, the scenes with Brooke's "dark side".

 

"I want him closer, I want him to watch me. I'm dying for him to put his hands on me, his lips, and his tongue. A fleeting thought passes me and I really, really hope Lara is fast asleep. My dark side is shining tonight, and she's going to get a little dirty"

~Brooke~

 

I loved every moment Brooke stopped over analysing her every thought and feeling. When her emotions and desires are in control we get the best scenes. 

 

I loved the MSN chats that were inter weaved into the story, it allows you as a reader, to watch Ari and Brooke's relationship grow and evolve over time naturally. You see where the feelings begin to change.

 

"These years I have known you, I've never felt more open and honest with anyone. I felt like you knew me better than anyone else, even though we had never met."

~Ari~

 

The scene at the church, remains as one of my favourites. It's imprinted in my mind.

 

The scenic scenes are so vividly written, you are transported to magnificent Iceland. Heather Sosbee does an amazing job of creating beautiful pictures within her words. You can envision every scene playing out before you.

 

 If you enjoy erotic romance, with true heart, Across the Ocean needs to be on your reading list. It has realistic characters and dialogue, a beautiful setting, drama, angst, and some of the steamiest scenes I have ever read. This is a deliciously seductive debut, not to be missed.

 

 Thank you Universe and Heather Sosbee for Across the Ocean.

*wink*

~A~

 

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When you read a book and enjoy it, always be sure to leave a review where you  purchased. It takes 10 minutes and means so much to the author and other readers. The greatest way to ever say "Thank You" to an author, is to leave a review!

 

~Across the Music (Across the Ocean, #2)~

February 2014

 

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