1001 Dark Nights Discovery Bundle Eighteen by Lara Adrian, Laurelin Paige, Kendall Ryan, Adriana Locke and Stacey Kennedy

 

About 1001 Dark Nights Bundle:
From New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors Lara Adrian, Laurelin Paige, Kendall Ryan, and introducing Adriana Locke and Stacey Kennedy.

Five Dark Tales. Five Sensual Stories. Five Page Turners.

MIDNIGHT UNLEASHED: A Midnight Breed Novella by Lara Adrian Return to New York Times and #1 international bestselling author Lara Adrian’s “addictively readable” (Chicago Tribune) Midnight Breed vampire romance series with a pulse-pounding novella of paranormal seduction and dangerous thrills, where an icy immortal beauty and a lethal Gen One Hunter must confront a powerful enemy while struggling to deny the irresistible calling of their blood.

DIRTY FILTHY FIX: A Fixed Trilogy Novella by Laurelin Paige I like sex. Kinky sex. The kinkier the better. Every day, it’s all I think about as I serve coffee and hand out business agendas to men who have no idea I’m not the prim, proper girl they think I am. With a day job as the secretary to one of New York’s most powerful men, Hudson Pierce, I have to keep my double life quiet. As long as I do, it’s not a problem. Enter: Nathan Sinclair. Tall, dark and handsome doesn’t come close to describing how hot he is. And that’s with his clothes on.

THE BED MATE: A Room Mate Novella by Kendall Ryan I might be a typical guy, but these last few years, my love life’s been anything but. From crazy ex-girlfriends to one-night stands who are stage-five clingers, my relationships go bad faster than the milk in your fridge. The only constant has been my best friend Maggie.

Fresh off a bad breakup of her own, I invite Maggie to my guys’ skiing weekend knowing she needs an escape from reality. But then something funny starts to happen. I start noticing things about her that I never noticed before. But am I ready to screw up the best relationship I’ve ever had for a shot at something more?

LUCKY NUMBER ELEVEN: by Adriana Locke I’ve always been the person that does whatever someone tells me I can’t. Can’t graduate with a four-point-oh? Check. Can’t win a modeling contract without trying? Did it. Check. Can’t make it in the pro football league? Triple check with an MVP Award on top. When my best friend told me to stay away from his little sister, Layla, it didn’t sound like a challenge. Then again, I’d never seen her before. He obviously wasn’t thinking about who he was talking to if he believed I could ignore her. I obviously wasn’t thinking of him at all when I fell in love with her either.

HEARTBREAKER: Filthy Dirty Love Book 1 by Stacey Kennedy Veteran cop, Maddox Hunt, is all about the job. Sure, there are women—lots of women, truth be told—but there’s no one special. Until a one-night stand from his past, rookie Joss O’Neil is assigned to his division. Suddenly, all he can think about is her. Fresh out of field training, Joss has thrown herself into her job, determined to kick-start her career. And while police work has its thrills, her gorgeous new boss is what really gets her pulse pounding. Too bad he’s nothing but a distraction. Especially since he’s as devastatingly handsome as she remembers.

Every Dark Nights tale is breathtakingly sexy and magically romantic.

MY REVIEW

 

Excited to get my hands on this bundle & have the chance to check out some new to me, amazing authors!

MIDNIGHT UNLEASHED: A Midnight Breed Novella by Lara Adrian~ This one is a hot paranormal mystery thriller you won't be able to put down.  A fast paced read, it is sexy & intriguing with a mix of grief & regret, that will have you on the edge of your seat, in hopes that these characters can overcome their pasts with the hope for a happy ending in their future.  "Your blood. Your bond. Your love."

DIRTY FILTHY FIX: A Fixed Trilogy Novella by Laurelin Paige ~ Man, the blurb doesn't mislead - not only is this novella full of kink, it's got angst & romance that continues to draw you in.  So incredibly sexy hot, you won’t be able to sit still.  "...Cinderella-story kind of kink."  Where the not so traditional life plan might have met its match~ regardless of the rules.
 
THE BED MATE: A Room Mate Novella by Kendall Ryan ~ This perfectly paced novella, is a great standalone story. A sexy & oh so funny, friends to lovers – opposites attract story. The perfect amount of angst, with a sweet ending that won’t disappoint. I loved this little romance packed novella.

LUCKY NUMBER ELEVEN by Adriana Locke ~ A feel good sports  & forbidden romance combo that is sexy & sweet.  With instant chemistry, this romance is as hot & sexy as it is funny. Full of clever banter & so much sweet angst. Such a fun ride with these characters as they get to know each other.  Perfect angsty romance quick read.

HEARTBREAKER: Filthy Dirty Love Book 1 by Stacey Kennedy ~ A incredibly sexy, kinky erotic romance - this page turner will not disappoint.  "Sexy, unfinished business." The chemistry is smoldering from the start. You’ll be entrenched in angst & raw passion as these characters put their hearts on the line.  Emotional amongst all of the white hot kink.  Secrets are revealed, opening up a whole new world of possibilities for these lovers.

Ultimately a great bundle of books by amazing authors. Whether you read all five or just one, you won’t be disappointed.

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Come As You Are by Lauren Blakely

   

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I couldn’t have scripted a more perfect night.

For one fantastic evening, at a masquerade party in the heart of Manhattan, I’m not the millionaire everyone wants a piece of. Fine—multimillionaire. But who’s counting all those commas? Not me, and not the most intriguing woman I've ever met, who happens to like dancing, witty banter, and hot, passionate up-against-the-wall sex as much as I do.

There's no need for names or business cards. And that’s why I’m eager to get to know her more, since my mystery woman seems to like me for me, rather than for my huge…bank account.

Everything’s coming up aces. Until the next day when things get a little complicated. (Newsflash — a lot complicated.)

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He's charming, brilliant, an incredible lover, and right now I want to stab fate in the eyeballs.

I've had one goal I've been working toward, and lo and behold, my mystery man is the very person who stands between me and my dream job. A job I desperately need since my hard-knock life has nothing in common with his star-kissed one.

But it’s time to put that fairytale night behind me, and focus on learning what makes him tick. Too bad it turns out his quirks are my quirks, and his love affair with New York matches mine.

And as we spend our days together, I discover something else that feels like a cruel twist of fate — I’m falling for this naughty prince charming, and that’s not an ending I can write to our story.

Come As You Are by Lauren Blakely is a wonderful addition to her many amazing Contemporary Romances.  Told in first person from dual perspectives, “It’s sexy and smart…”, just like the characters within.  You can expect witty banter & angsty will they – won’t they push pull, along with “…ups, downs, conflict, and hope.”.  This funny opposites attract (or do they repel?) romance has instant attraction between Flynn- high-tech CEO, with a heart of gold “It’s building something new and taking care of the people who make it possible.”.  Who meets Sabrina, a woman after my own heart with her “…grammar nerd..” ways.  Lucky for Flynn, she is as much of a nerd lover as he is “You’re a nerd.” The words come out as if she just said I was a rock star or a pro quarterback. She says it with affection and, honestly, a whole lot of desire.”  Sexy & sweet “His kisses should be labeled “known to induce swooning.”” Vulnerable & lust filled, this romance has it all.  The struggle between putting others before themselves & wanting a happily ever after they can’t have, in spite of the heartache.  With wonderful friendships & strong family bonds; reminding Flynn & Sabrina to “Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer.”  And that sometimes you have to take a risk to reap the rewards…to follow your heart, “…see a whole new path.”

As usual, I read this book in no time.  I fell in love with these characters & enjoyed the cross over appearances.  Love the way Lauren makes smart so very sexy!  A perfect mix “…that stimulates my mind and my heart.”  Adore the wordplay “…sounds both loving and filthy.” & instant investment that Flynn & Sabrina have in each other’s lives.  Another GREAT READ!

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The Stud Finder by Lauren Blakely

 

 

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Man seeking woman: Hot, rich, smart, witty, self-made multimillionaire Internet genius seeks classy, intelligent, sexy, fun-loving woman who’s interested in settling down and sharing all the good things.

There. Best. Ad. Ever.

I will absolutely find the woman of my dreams, someone who’ll love me for me. Even if my sister thinks I need help dating, I’m confident I can pull this off, courtesy of the great worldwide web.
Let me just hit the upload button right now...
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No. Just no. As a woman and a professional matchmaker, I can’t let Dylan Parker run this ad. He’s the catch of all catches. That’s why his sister has asked me to help her ridiculously good-looking, insanely rich, but socially clueless brother find a woman. As a broker of happily ever afters, I’m known as the Stud Finder since I make a great living pairing wildly successful women with men who won’t fleece them but will adore them. After all, what woman in her right mind wouldn’t fall in love with Dylan?

I mean, besides me. It totally won’t be me.

 

MY REVIEW

Stud Finder is an opposites attract romantic comedy standalone novella, told in the classic Lauren Blakely style of first person, from dual perspectives.  This Emma-esque tale of hot nerd looking for love, meets matchmaker is a quick read you won’t be able to put down.  As hot & sexy “Desire everywhere. Wanting in every molecule.” as it is funny “My God, I so love a well-made bed. It brings calm to my soul.”.  Full of fun & clever banter we’ve come to expect – “Sorry, I can’t hear you over the sarcasm and mockery.” & so much sweet angst.  Such a fun ride with these characters as they get to know each other in an unconventional way, leading to an unexpected connection, only to reveal they might not be so opposite after all.  “…a story of friendships. And how sometimes, our friends can see what we need the most.”

“It’s dreamy and tingly, sexy and hot at the same damn time.”

Read it – it will make you happy! 

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The Charmer (Harbor City #2) by Avery Flynn

 

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Don't miss the hot new romantic comedy follow-up to the smash hit The Negotiator...

Hot, filthy rich, and usually irresistible, Hudson Carlyle just met the one woman in Harbor City who’s immune to his legendary charm. Nerdy ant researcher Felicia Hartigan is the unsexiest dresser ever. She trips over air. And she’s in love with totally the wrong man. Hudson can’t stop thinking about her.

His regular moves won’t work here. He’s going to need a new plan, starting with helping her win over the man she thinks she wants. And if in the process she ends up falling for Hudson instead? Even better. Step one, charm her panties off. Step two, repeat step one as frequently as possible.

But what if the famous Carlyle charm finally fails him when he needs it most? Or worse, what if she figures out the one secret he’s kept from everyone, including his family, and walks away for good?


 

sure to be a run on ottomans in your town.
 

My Review

So eager to read this follow-up to The Negotiator (my first ARC & blog review), I'll admit to not taking a look at the blurb first.  Such a huge fan of the first book, I of course had very high hopes for the second one.  So I dove right in... only to discover that one of the main characters is in fact, a honeypot ant researcher.  At that, I found myself doing one of those nervous laugh giggle things people do when they are a little thrown & a lot worried. So here it is folks – shooting from the hip on this one…

Told in third person, from dual points of view, this story has it all.  Funny as in laugh out loud “If we’re gonna do this, it has to be like prison visiting hours. No touching.”, charming, & twelve-alarm fire hot – as in “…cheeks pink from a wake-up-the-neighbors orgasm?” yes!  Complete with double life secret identities, super awesome nicknames, two master plans to bring people together to get what they’ve always wanted, a “tell-it-like-it-is kind of woman” after my own heart “Ramble? Her? Never.” & a man so sexy his “ability to charm the females of the world extends to cats,”.  This is an opposites attract romance until it’s not…full of emotion, desire & hope.  Be prepared to get choked up more than once, especially by a surprisingly goose bump moment at the end.  You’ll find honesty & depth, strong friendships & family bonds among all of the sweet & sultry charm in this perfect addition to the Harbor City series.

Again with the funny, witty & sarcastic dialogue I can’t get enough of.  And these characters!  The family bonds in this story are wonderful, for me particularly the one between Hudson & his mom – so heartwarming!  I love Felicia, a Charmer proof woman, who owns her nerd & talks with her hands. And how Hudson has so much passion, & never puts himself first, adore him.  The heat, did I mention the leave you speechless hot-wow they have going on?  Let me just say, I never would have guessed that by the end I would be talking to my husband about buying an ottoman for the living room.

ANOTHER GREAT READ from Avery Flynn
 

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The Difference Between Us: An Opposites Attract Novel by Rachel Higginson

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I'm cursed.

At least when it comes to finding Mr. Right.

I'm tired of men that only want one night stands or blind dates that are nothing but awkward and uncomfortable. I'm tired of avoiding inappropriate text messages and the constant disappointment of always meeting Mr. Wrong.

After all these years of dates that lead nowhere, I can admit that it's me. I'm the problem. I'm shy and picky and cursed. Definitely cursed.

So I've decided two things.

The first?  I'm giving up dating and relationships and men in general. Maybe, possibly, forever.

The second? I'm going to have to try harder to avoid Ezra Baptiste.

If I couldn't hack it in the kiddy pool of dating, I certainly can't swim in his deep end. He's too successful. Too intense. He's all man when I'm used to nothing but boys pretending to be grownups. He's everything I'm afraid to want and so far out of my league we might as well be different species entirely.

So he'll need to find a different artist to paint his mural. And a different graphic designer to help him with his website. He'll need to find someone else to glare at and flirt with and kiss.

It can't be me.

We're too different.

My Review

The Difference Between Us by Rachel Higginson, book two in her Opposites Attract series, it can be read after The Opposite of You or as a standalone novel.  Striving for success in the heart of Durham, North Carolina, Molly is a young graphic designer & talented painter who is as uncertain in her life as she is prone to be late to absolutely everything (girl after my own heart).  Ezra is a driven restaurateur who always has a vision & a plan “…a man that knew who he was and what he wanted in life. I was just a girl trying to figure out how to check my own oil.”  Different, yes.  Too different…?

Told in first person, be prepared to hit the ground running with this fast paced read that is witty & funny from the start "Why wasn't the not-showered-ratty-pajama look in? Society was the worst. Feminists unite! Also, lazy people. I would also take homebodies.".  This story is full of emotion & inspiration as it takes you deeper, from tough back story beginnings & bad relationships, to sweet, slow-burn, make your breath catch sexy – “sultry wisp of heat…”.  A tale of the challenges of being “in a grown-up life I didn’t know what to do with.” & the search for love & the feeling of being out of your league when it comes to it… “He was basically a Cary Grant movie.”.  Of how to handle over the top uncomfortable work situations, how to make the most out of dysfunctional families & find purpose in this thing called life.  Filled with emotions & refreshingly thought provoking before it’s all said & done. 

I love Molly, her broken filter & internal monologue~ “That’s Alfa Ro-may-o for those of you reading it like Romeo and Juliet.  Because this isn’t that kind of story, yo.”  Bahahaha!!!  I love that Ezra is “…one of the world’s crankiest, hottest, most difficult men.”, alluring & unexpected all at the same time.  I couldn’t get enough of the push-pull snark & enjoyed the verbal duels between these characters way too much.  In the end, I was glad for the how to be “all about following your dreams and going hard after the things you loved most in life.” message.

MUST READ

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Trouble by Avery Flynn

Synopsis

A high school reunion is about to get down and dirty and a whole lot more complicated in this new romance from USA Today bestselling author Avery Flynn.

Brains and a badass attitude. That’s all troublemaker Leah Camacho took with her when she left Catfish Creek. She’d promised herself she’d never go back, but when the invite to her tenth high school reunion arrived along with the chance to show everyone who doubted her what a success she’s made of herself, she couldn’t resist. However, when she discovers a 15-carat, stolen diamond in her rental car’s glove box, there’s only one man she can turn to for help—the same sexy, stubborn domineering man who’d smashed her heart all those years ago.

Sheriff Drew Jackson knew a long time ago that Leah Camacho was nothing but trouble and has sworn to never get caught up in her again—no matter how damn sexy she is or how badly he’d failed to forget her. But, when the woman who test drove his heart right into a concrete wall rolls into Catfish Creek with some serious bad guys on her tail, it’s up to him to keep her safe—even if that means guarding her hot bod 24/7 without giving into temptation or losing his mind.

Trouble, is a HOT spark filled Contemporary Romance, featuring Leah Camacho – aka “bad girl with a brain” & Drew Jackson – “Mr. Law and Order”.  Unable to resist the temptation to attend, Leah’s ten year high school reunion brings her back to her small hometown – “Population:  Lotsa Crazy.” in Texas.  Reunions can be taxing at best, especially with someone like Leah who - wherever she went, trouble was sure to follow.

 With a smile on my face from page one, I knew instantly that this was going to be another funny, smart & oh-so-sexy page turner from Avery Flynn & boy was it ever.  Told in first person from dual points of view, the opposites attract, second chance romance is sexy & smart with a mystery twist.  

As former lovers that still know just how to push each other’s buttons in that love to hate way, I couldn’t get enough of the push-pull spark between these two characters! – “…the best kind of trouble there is.”  Did I mention the super hot “Molten. Face of the sun. Texas in August record-setting heat wave.” sultry sexy chemistry?  I loved Leah & her no BS, go after what she wants mindset.  And who can resist a take charge of the situation, man who can make a woman feel safe with just one touch (fortunately there's much more than just one). 

Still not sure if you should read this book? – “Oh. My. God. Forget everything else. Yes.” You won’t be able to put it down & when you’re done – like me, you’ll want to read not only the other books from great authors who’ve contributed to the fun & sexy Bad Boy Homecoming series, but Avery’s The B-Squad series as well.

ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.

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The Negotiator (Harbor City #1) by Avery Flynn

Blurb

Wanted: Personal Buffer

Often snarly, workaholic executive seeks “buffer” from annoying outside distractions AKA people. Free spirits with personal boundary issues, excessive quirks, or general squeamishness need not apply. Salary negotiable. Confidentiality required.

Workaholic billionaire Sawyer Carlyle may have joked he needed a buffer from their marriage-obsessed mom, but he didn’t need a waiting room filled with candidates to further distract him. (Thanks, bro.) But when a sexy job applicant shooes his mom and the socialite in tow out of his office, Sawyer sees the genius of the plan. And the woman. In fact, Miss Clover Lee might just get the fastest promotion in history, from buffer to fake fiancé...

This free-spirit might look like hot sunshine and lickable rainbows, but she negotiates like a pitbull. Before Sawyer knows what hit him, he’s agreed to give up Friday nights for reality tv, his Saturdays for flea markets (why buy junk still baffles him), his Tuesdays and Thursdays for date nights (aka panty-losing opportunities if he plays his cards right). And now she wants lavender bath salts and tulips delivered every Monday?

Yup, she’s just screwing with him. Good thing she’s got this non-negotiable six-weeks-and-she’s-gone rule or Sawyer may have just met this match...

The Negotiator, as sexy as it is clever, will not disappoint the Romantic Comedy lover in you. With its fresh take on the Millionaire Executive meets girl from small town beginnings/opposites attract, will they/won’t they romance, this might be my first Avery Flynn read but it will absolutely not be the last.

I’ll admit when I started reading, the third person point of view had me thrown, but it didn’t take long to get into the flow with this fast paced, unexpected plot.  Let me just say, Avery Flynn had me at Hello…Kitty

The oh so HOT instant chemical and physical connection will have you laughing out loud from the start from Clovers resume – can you say Snake Milker to middle names being the equivalent of parental kryptonite! Before its all said and done there will be a blush to your cheeks and tears in your eyes-“because the fates are bitches”.  

Love the witty, sarcastic dialogue, and the way Flynn combines sultry and sweet together as one in this story of two people from completely different worlds as they come together to pursue different ideas for what their futures should hold, only to discover that 
“if you spend your life just looking for the next big thing because you’re so afraid of missing out, then you’re bound to miss out on what you already have” 
and
“not all adventures are of the saving the rain-forest variety, some of them involve risking your heart- and that kind are just as important.”

SUCH A GREAT READ!

ARC received via Netgalley for an honest review.

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