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  • Sunday Ramblings

    Posted on by Karen Comment

    I posted this on Facebook this morning, but I thought I would put it here too.

    Happy Sunday all! I am here sitting in bed with my tablet tryingto catch up with my post readings. I need to shout out to Toni Aleo for making it on The New York Times Best Sellers List and USA today! Kudos to you! I have read Blue Lines and of course I loved it. 

    I notsure who actually reads my posts here or on my blog, but if you do, thank you. I appreciate you more than you can ever know.

    With New Year’s Eve only a couple of days away, I am looking forward to seeing what the new year will bring. There are three major events happening in 2014. I turn 40, my son becomes a teenager, and I will be married 15 years. It is amazing how fast life goes by.

    Anyway, I am currently reading Safe and Coasting with Ecstacy bt Tonya Ramagos Book two of the Heros of Silver Island Series. This is a spin off series of Tony’s Heros of Silver Springs Series.

    I don’t always post here nor my blog what I am reading, but I am on Goodreads under SiKReviews. I try to keep thatup to date. Slowly I am keeping it up to date. Currently reading, what is waiting on my Paperwhite to be read.

    I currenly only buy books from Amazon or BookStrand. Since many of the authors I read are released and are published by Siren, I decided to buy from there. My one issue with that is that I have to manually enter it into Goodreads where if I but from Amazon, it automatically goes there. Amazon bought Goodreads so it makes sense.

    Ok now I am babbling. I do have a question, how to I have Twitter tweet that I havea new post here? 

    Ok, I just bought a new laptop.  Blogging from a normal tablet is just too much work.  This can convert to a tablet but it is really a pc.  I hope this works out as great as I hope it will.  I gave my tablet to my hubby.  Time for him to get with the new age.

    Happy New Year! Ciao!

    ~*Karen*~


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  • Callum by Melissa Schroeder

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    My review of Callum by Melissa Schroeder.

    What could be better than a sexy, strong, rich man? A sexy, strong, rich man with an accent and wears a kilt! Callum is laird of is family who takes care of his clan and is determined to keep his family’s secret while trying to find a cure.  Pheobe is a brilliant woman whose passion of celtic mythology and rare languages brings her into Callum’s life.  From the moment Callum and Pheobe meet, sparks fly.  He is not used to anyone going against him, and Pheobe is tired of everyone trying to get her to do what they want to do. A diary brings the two together and gives something to Callum that he lost a long time ago……hope.  Hope to love, hope to cure his Cursed Clan.


    I bought this book yesterday and I started reading it after dinner.  I could not put it down.  Two hours later, and a very pruny bath, I finished it.  I loved it!  It was a perfect beginning to a new series.  Ms. Schroeder put enough back story for a reader to get the gist of what happend, but looking forward to know more.  If I had to say one negative about the book, it was too short!  I know something is up with Belvidore, I hope I learn more about him too.   There will be at least 5 books in this series.  One for every member of the clan to find there “jewel”.  I am really anticipating the next book in the series.  I give this book ♥♥♥♥♥.

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  • Update! & Awakening Veronica

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    Good morning everyone!  I have been reading alot since my last post.  My ring finger still hurts and I still can’t put on my wedding band, but I do have my husband’s grandmother’s band and that does so for now, that will have to do.

    I won’t be able to get to Weight Watchers until next year.  I have to work and other things, and my routine is disrupted.  I don’t think I did too badly but I guess I shall see.

    Since I am here, I have to review one of the books I read since last week.  That book is….Awakening Veronica by Heather Rainier!

    “Bullied all her life, Veronica Benedict has learned to withdraw rather than risk being hurt by those closest to her—but that’s not the only type of bully she has to deal with.


    On a research trip, a fellow author introduces her to two Doms at a wedding. Travis McDaniel is disillusioned by life in Washington, D.C., and is back home in Divine, examining his future.

    Driven by the need to keep the citizens of Divine safe, Hank Stinson has put his loneliness and his secret desires aside—until he meets Veronica. Hank and Travis are captivated by the introverted author. Hank must decide if he needs this special kind of love more than he needs to be elected sheriff again, and Travis must choose between life in Divine and an opportunity to make a difference in the world. When they discover the bullying Veronica is enduring, their protective instincts come roaring to the surface.”

    This is Book 18 in the Divine Creek Ranch Series.  I have previous reviewed this series.  Here is the link to read about it.  I have to say that this book has been very anticipated by most fans of the series. Why you might ask, because we finally get the story on everyone’s favorite Sheriff, Hank Stinson, a/k/a the Silver Fox.  Throughout the series we get a definite “Dom” feeling from Hank and we wanted to know more about him.  In Awakening Veronica, we finally do.  

    Again, Divine, Texas, and Lusty, Texas crossover, when Grandma Kate swoops in and takes her cousin, Veronica, to Divine as a guest to Maizy and her Bears’ wedding.  Veronica was in an emotionally/physically abusive relationship at home with her boyfriend.  When she finally ends it, she goes to Lusty to meet up with her brothers for their wedding.  From there, Hank and Travis (whom Veronica has met before….ahhhh fate) see her and the romance starts (just as Grandma Kate knew it would).  

    I can relate alot to Veronica.  I was bullied because I was smart and overweight as a child.  Other kids can be cruel.  And, let’s face it, family can be just as bad even though they do it with only their best intentions.  No matter why or what you say to someone something it can hurt them.  Think before you talk.  

    I liked this book, no I LOVED this book.  Probably because I could relate to alot of it.  I could see alot of myself as Veronica.  If I could choose a character that is most like me……it would be her.

    ❤❤❤❤❤

    Ciao!

    ~*Karen*~

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  • Angel Payne & The Inner Goddess

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    As I said last week, I badly sprained my ring finger last week.  As such, my typing skills are seriously lacking.  However, I did promise this author that her newest book would be included in my 24 Books of Christmas.  So….without further ado….

    On the 24th day of Christmas my Kindle brought to me…..

    A WILDer Wonderland – Sexy Stories Of The Season by Angel Payne

    A WILDer Wonderland

    “The weather outside may be frightful, but the W.I.L.D. Boys keep things more than delightful with three stories that will keep you more warm under the covers. These mini episodes give you even more delicious details about the guys you’ve already met in the series’ first three books…as well as a very special preview of what’s coming up in Book 4.


    “Raze the Barn”: When Garrett and Sage visit Wyatt and Josie on the farm, it’s a wonder the barn doesn’t self-ignite from all the sexy shenanigans that happen inside.


    “Tie the Knots”: Garrett and Sage have finally said I Do, but Zeke and Rayna sneak off to make some interesting “vows” of their own.


    “Rainy Days and Mondays”: A story to be announced featuring Ethan and Ava (holding off on spoilers until their story is released!)”


    This is  Book 4 of  The WILD Boys of Special Forces Series.  A wonderful book tying up (oh don’t I wish!) some loose ends from the prior 3 book.  I can’t say too much without spoiling things, but I cried though some of the book.  And, if you know me at all, if an author can make me that emotionally invested in the book, they are great in my eyes.  All I have to say is that a certain “flower” had me crying and heart breaking.  This collection of “loose ends” was a wonderful visit to old friends.  The reading order of The W.I.L.D. (Warriors Intense in Love & Domination) Boys of Special Forces Series is as follows:

    Saved by His Submissive

    Handcuffed by Her Hero
    Surrendering to Her Sergeant
    A W.I.L.D.er Wonderland: Sexy Stories for the Season
    Wet for Her Warriors — Coming February, 2014


    I also wanted to mention that a portion of the profits from the W.I.L.D. Boys books are donated to some extremely worthy organizations who are working tirelessly to serve the veterans who have served our country. If you can, please join me in supporting them–and no matter what, please THANK YOUR VETERANS AND SERVICEMEN/WOMEN whenever you get the chance!



    I also wanted to put a shout out to The InnerGoddess and their 2013 Inner Goddess’ Angels & Demons Awards!  Voting is between Dec. 17 – Dec. 31 through the InnerGoddess Forum.  Sign up and vote for your favorites!

    I want to take this time wish you all a Very Merry Christmas!  I have loads of cleaning to do, not to mention Christmas dinner to prepare.  As soon as my finger feels better, I will start blogging more regularly again.

    Ciao!  Buon Natale!

    ~*Karen*~


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  • On the 14th, 15th, etc. Of Christmas…

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    Unfortunately, I have badly sprained my left-hand fingers.   So I am going to finish my 24 Days of Christmas in a bundle that I read a while ago. 

    12 Stocking Stuffer Bundle by various authors!

    On Amazon this Bundle is described as follows:

    “Get out the mistletoe!  Twelve days of Christmas….twelve stories filled with the magic of holiday romance….perfect reading for a snowy winter’s day.  Bundle includes: Faith, Hope and Love; The Christmas Bride; Christmas Passions; A Seasonal Secret; Return of the Light; Star Bright; Naughty or Nice?; Christmas Fantasy; A Marriage Ultimatum; A Prince for Christmas; The Millionaire’s Christmas Wish; and Merry Christmas, Baby.”

    I agree wholeheartedly.   Some stories are shorter and slower than others, but overall I loved reading them.  Unfortunately, the bundle is no longer offered as a bundle, however, you can purchase the books separately for about $1.50 each.

    Plus, you can also use an Amazon promo code to secure yourself a discount on these fantastic books! Just take a look at all the latest promo codes on the Raise website to find out how much money you could potentially save. Honestly, I love shopping for books on Amazon. Thanks to Amazon, you can now order pretty much any book ever written online. Ultimately, Amazon stocks a wide range of books so feel free to take a look if you are still looking for Christmas gifts for your loved ones!

    Enjoy reading!  I probably won’t be blogging much so my fingers can heal.  If I can I will, but just in case, Merry Christmas!

    Karen


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